Best Lung cancer oncologists: TOP 160 doctors

• Specializes in lung cancer treatment, including immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and chemotherapy.
• Has experience of international practice at medical institutions in the USA, Turkey, Israel, and the UK.
• Certified by the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO).
• Professor at Anadolu Medical Center, with over 20 years of experience.
• Languages spoken: English, Russian (B1 level), Turkish.

Dr. Serdar Turhal is a highly experienced oncologist specializing in medical oncology and chemotherapy for breast cancer at Anadolu Medical Center. He is a member of many international oncology associations and has authored numerous articles in international publications. He specializes in prognostic factors and the therapy of malignant gastrointestinal neoplasms. To receive a consultation from Dr. Turhal, please submit a request on Bookimed.

Dr. Ahmet Belici is an experienced medical oncologist with 20+ years of experience specializing in sarcoma and lung cancer treatments.

• Dr. Bülent Karagöz specializes in lung cancer treatment, utilizing chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies.
• He has over 20 years of experience in medical oncology, with significant expertise in tumor biology and immunology.
• Dr. Karagöz has experience of international practice at medical institutions in Turkey, NATO KFOR Command, and Turkish Cypriot Peace Forces Command.
• He holds certifications in internal medicine and medical oncology from GATA Haydarpasa Training Hospital.
• Dr. Karagöz is a member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association and has authored over 40 publications in cancer research.

• Mustafa Solak, M.D., specializes in lung cancer treatment using chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and targeted therapy.
• Completed residencies at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Teaching and Research Hospital and a fellowship at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute.
• Has experience of international practice at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, USA.
• Graduated from Hacettepe University School of Medicine, proficient in Turkish and English.
• Member of various professional organizations, including the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology.

Assoc. Prof. Gorkem Turkkan started his medical education at Gülhane Military Medical Academy in 2003 and completed it at Zonguldak Karaelmas (Bülent Ecevit) University Faculty of Medicine in 2009. He completed his specialization at Trakya University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology and became a radiation oncology specialist in 2016.

After completing his compulsory service, he served as a Lecturer and Head of Department at Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, from May 2019 to February 2021. Meanwhile, between March and June 2020, he worked as a clinical researcher at Maastricht University Faculty of Medicine Department of Radiation Oncology – MAASTRO Clinic (Netherlands) on stereotactic radiotherapy, thoracic radiotherapy-related lung toxicity and proton therapy. While he was working at İstinye University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology and Liv Hospital Ulus Radiation Oncology Clinic between March 2021 and April 2023, he received the title of Associate Professor in February 2023. She has been serving her patients at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental since May 2023.

He has performed both traditional radiotherapy and advanced radiotherapy throughout his career. He is one of the experienced physicians in our country in stereotactic radiotherapy and MRI-guided radiotherapy treatments, which have become increasingly popular and used especially recently. So far, he has successfully completed more than 2500 radiotherapy sessions with the MR-Linac device.

He has been a member of the Turkish Society of Radiation Oncology (TROD) since 2013 and the European Society of Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO) since 2015. He has 27 articles published in domestic and international journals, 31 oral-poster presentations presented at national and international congresses, and 5 book chapters published by national and international publishing houses. He taught Term I and Term V undergraduate courses at Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University Faculty of Medicine, postgraduate courses within the scope of Ear Nose and Throat Department Specialization training, and Radiotherapy associate degree courses at İstinye University Vocational School of Health Services. She is currently working on 2 ongoing TÜBİTAK Projects. He is married and has a son.

MEDICAL INTERESTS

MR-Linac

Linac

Stereotactic (Pinpoint) Radiotherapy

Prostate Cancers

Breast Cancers

Lung Cancers

Rectum Cancers

Brain and Spinal Cord Cancers

Head and Neck Cancers

Volumetric Arc Therapy (VMAT)

Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT)

Prof. Hale Başak Çağlar is a radiation oncology director and expert in treating breast, lung, pancreatic, prostate and bone cancer. She is highly qualified, having obtained her education from Gazi University, Marmara University and Medipol University, and is a member of numerous societies, such as the American Society for Therapeutic Radiation Oncology, the European Society for Therapeutic Radiation Oncology, the European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer and the Radiosurgery Society.

Prof. Sadi Kerem Okutur is a Turkish medical oncologist with over 20 years of experience. He is currently working at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, and has held various positions in the past. He has a degree in general medicine, and a residency in internal medicine and medical oncology. Prof. Okutur has won a research award and authored numerous papers and book chapters. He is a member of various medical societies.

Dr. Rosen is a specialized abdominal surgeon with expertise in endocrine, gastrointestinal, liver, colon, and appendectomy surgery. He is also experienced in treatments such as anal fissure, gallbladder, gastric anastomosis, and sleeve gastrectomy surgery. He is a member of various medical councils and serves as President of the European Society of Surgery. He is also a professor of surgery at the Vienna Medical School.

Dr. Ofer Merimsly is the best sarcoma, lymphoma, and lung cancer doctor within Israel and in the world. Also specializes in Whipple surgery treatment for patients with pancreatic cancer. Head of the National Center for sarcomas of bone and soft tissues of the Tel Aviv Medical Center Sourasky (Ichilov).

Specialty:

• Treatment of all types of lung cancer and thoracic organs
• Treatment of all types of sarcomas of bone and soft tissue
• Treatment stromal tumors of the gastrointestinal tract

Education and specialization:

• Higher medical education, graduated the Medical Faculty of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel
• Residency in General Oncology and Radiotherapy
• Training in the field of radiotherapy and brachytherapy at New York Hospital, USA
• Special refresher course for the treatment of tumors of the skeleton and soft tissues, Paris. France

Membership:

• President of the Society of oncologists and radiotherapists Israel
• The American Scientific Cancer Society
• European scientific medical organization
• European Society of Oncology of the musculoskeletal system
• International Society for the treatment of tumors of the connective tissue

Medical Fields of Interest 

Thoracoscopic and Robotic Minimally Invasive Surgery 

Lung Cancers 

Trachea Surgery 

Lung Transplantation 

Lung Biopsy 

Pneumothorax (collapsed lung) 

Diaphragmatic Surgery 

Surgery of Pleural Diseases 

Pediatric Thoracic Surgery

Education 

1981-1987, Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 

1972-1980, Istanbul Galatasaray High School 

1966-1971, Primary Education Ankara, Samsun, Izmir 

Experience 

2023-Present, Liv Hospital Vadi Istanbul & Liv Hospital Ulus 

2015-2022, Memorial Sisli-Bahcelievler Hospital Thoracic Surgery Clinic 

2013 September, Professor; Erzincan University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Thoracic Surgery 

2013 March, Lecturer; Yedikule Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital 

2013 February, Education Officer; Yedikule Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital 

2012 October Japan Kyoto University Thoracic Surgery Clinic; Observer in Living Donor Lung Transplantation 

2012 August Observer in Tracheal Transplant Surgery at Karolinska Institute, Sweden 

2012- Present Lung Transplantation Scientific Committee Member Ministry of Health Ankara 

2011- 2015 Yedikule Lung Transplant Clinic Specialist in Charge 

2008-2010 University of Zurich, Switzerland Thoracic Surgery and Lung Transplantation Training 

2008 Associate Professorship in Thoracic Surgery 

2003 FETCS: European Board of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 

2003 Turkish Thoracic Surgery Qualification 

1995-2013 Yedikule Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Tra.and Research Hospital; Chief Assistant 

1991-1995 Yedikule Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Tra. and Research Hospital; Residency 

1987-1990 General Practitioner, Military Service

• Prof. Elke Jaeger specializes in advanced lung cancer treatment at Nordwest Oncology and Hematology Center.
• Utilizes methods including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy.
• Prof. Jaeger has international training and has practiced at medical institutions in Germany, contributing to her expertise in lung cancer treatment.
• Ranked as one of the best German oncologists by Focus, reflecting her exceptional skills.
• With over 35 years of experience in oncology, Prof. Jaeger provides comprehensive and expert care for lung cancer patients.

Head of Teaching at the Puerto Vallarta Regional Hospital

2020-2023

Medical records manager at the Regional Hospital of Puerto Vallarta 2 months 2020

General practitioner in private medical office

2015-2022

Doctor in charge of weight control clinic

2013-2014

Medical assistant in dermatology clinic

2008-2013

Medical Assistant in Dermatological procedures.

 Medical Assistant in minimally invasive surgical procedures

 Operation of fractional laser machine - IPIXEL-ER and

facial rejuvenation with IPL.

 Experience in laser hair removal with Intense Pulsed Light and

radiofrequency

 Experience with ultrasonic cavitation

 Experience with ultraviolet (UV) light phototherapy machine for the

treatment of psoriasis and vitiligo.

 Experience assisting in Botox and Fillers procedures.

 Biomagnet certified by the Higher Institute of Biomagnetism

doctor ISAAC GOIZ DURAN

 Experience in clinical records

 Training in continuing education and professional development of teachers

Education and Career

2011 – 2015, (Internal Medicine Specialist) Istanbul University Istanbul School of Education and Career

Medicine Department of Internal Medicine

2015 – 2016, (Internal Medicine) Specialist Istanbul Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital

2016 – 2019, (Medical Oncology) Istanbul University Istanbul School of Medicine Department of Medical Oncology

2019 – 2021, (Medical Oncology Specialist) - Istanbul Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital

2021 – 2024, (Associate Professor) Marmara University School of Medicine Department of Medical Oncology

Memberships in Scientific Organizations

ASCO

ESMO

TTOD 

AVOD 

Publications

In the field of oncology, he has published over 30 peer-reviewed articles at both international and national levels.

Awards Received

EAACI The European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology 2019 Best Poster Award

"The top 3rd verbal presentation, IGICC (11th International Gastrointestinal Cancers Conference – IGICC2021)"

Speeches Delivered at National Congresses, Conferences, and Symposia:

Courses, Meetings, and Certificates

ESMO certified Medical Oncologist since 2019

Medical Fields of Interest 

• Thoracoscopic and Robotic Minimally Invasive Surgery 

• Lung Cancers 

• Trachea Surgery 

• Lung Transplantation 

• Lung Biopsy • Pneumothorax (collapsed lung) 

• Diaphragmatic Surgery • Surgery of Pleural Diseases 

• Pediatric Thoracic Surgery

Education 

• Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 

•Istanbul Galatasaray High School 

• Primary Education Ankara, Samsun, Izmir 

Personal Information 

Sex:  Male

Born : 1968 

Professional Experience

Gayrettepe Florence Nigthingale Hospital

Medical Oncology Department

Besiktas/Istanbul/Turkey (ongoing)

Education:

He became Professor (22/April /2016)

Medical Oncology

Attending Phys.in Gastrointestinal Oncology (January 2005 ,2009)

Istanbul University Oncology Institue,

Department of Medical Oncology

Medical Oncology Fellowship (December 2001-December2004)

Istanbul University, Istanbul Medical Faculty

Hemodialysis Traning (May1996-January1997)

Istanbul University ,bCerrahpasa Medical Faculty

Internal Medicine Residency (November 1991-November 1996)

Istanbul University ,bCerrahpasa Medical Faculty

Ege University Medical Faculty (1985-1991)

Professional Experience

February 1999-November 2001

Metropolitan Florence Nigthingale Hospital

American Cancer Center, Gayrettepe/İstanbul

April1997- October 1998

Bayraktar Dialysis Center

Güngören/ Istanbul

Membership

Turkish Medical Oncology Association

ENET(European Neuroendocrine Tumour Society)

ESMO

ASCO