Best PET/CT oncologists: TOP 161 doctors

Areas of Interest
Breast Cancer
Lung Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Prostate Cancer
Skin Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Liver Cancer
Cervical Cancer
Kidney Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Esophageal Cancer

Education
2014 – 2017
Hacettepe University Oncology Institute, Department of Medical Oncology

2009 – 2013
Ufuk University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine

1999 – 2006
Eskişehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine

Work Experience
2024
Neolife Medical Center

2024
Kolan Beylikdüzü Hospital

2023 – 2024
Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital

2020 – 2023
Acıbadem Maslak Hospital

2019 – 2020
İstanbul Aydın University VM Medicalpark Florya Hospital

2017 – 2019
Ministry of Health, Van Education and Research Hospital

2014 – 2017
Hacettepe University Oncology Institute, Medical Oncology Department

2013 – 2014
Kars State Hospital

2009 – 2013
Ufuk University, Dr. Rıdvan Ege Hospital, Department of Internal Medicine

2007 – 2009
Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Physiology

Professional Training
Participation in Turkish Medical Oncology Congresses, National Cancer Congresses, National Immunotherapy and Oncology Congresses
Courses of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology

Memberships
Turkish Society of Medical Oncology
Istanbul Medical Chamber

Scientific Publications
6 scientific publications in national and international journals
21 abstracts presented at national congresses
3 abstracts presented at international congresses
1 book chapter translation: Atlas of Internal Medicine, 3rd Edition, Chapter 12 – Hepatology, Turkish Translation
3 book chapters:

1. Immunotherapy in Oncology. Immunotherapy in Small Cell Lung Cancer, Chapter 13, 2020
2. Endocrine System Tumors. The Role of Immunotherapy in Neuroendocrine Tumors, Chapter 41, 2021
3. Antineoplastic Drugs. Mechanisms of Action and Classification of Antimetabolites, Chapter 14, 2022
   1 oral presentation at a national congress: Chemotherapy in Cervical Cancer – 3rd National Urogenital Cancer Congress, 2019
   3 abstracts presented at international congresses

Areas of Interest

• Breast Cancer
• Prostate Cancer
• Gastrointestinal System Tumors
• Gynecological Tumors
• Brain Tumors
• Lung Cancer

Education
2021:

• Professor Title, Health Sciences University Hamidiye Faculty of Medicine

2017 – 2018:

• Master's Degree in Phytotherapy, Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Istanbul University

2015:

• Associate Professor Title

1996:

• Radiation Oncology Specialization, Princess Margaret Hospital, Toronto, Canada

1994 – 1998:

• Radiation Oncology Specialization, Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital

1982 – 1988:

• Trakya University Faculty of Medicine

Work Experience
2024:

• Neolife Medical Center – Biruni University

2021 – 2024:

• Health Sciences University (Hamidiye Faculty of Medicine – Bursa Medical Faculty – Izmir Medical Faculty – Lecturer)

2020 – 2024:

• SBÜ Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital – Education and Administrative Officer

2015 – 2020:

• Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital – Radiation Oncology Clinical Department Setup and Administrative Officer

2013 – 2020:

• Gelişim University – Lecturer, Radiation Therapy Technician Program

2009 – 2015:

• Istanbul Training and Research Hospital, Radiation Oncology Center Setup, Clinical Administrative Responsibility, and Chief Assistant

1998 – 2009:

• Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital, Radiation Oncology Clinic Chief Assistant

Professional Trainings
2023:

• Project Creation and Development on Artificial Intelligence and Radiotherapy Treatment Planning Systems with Yıldız Technical University

2023:

• Hydrogel Space Oar Application and Certification Training, Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital

2015:

• Turkish Radiation Oncology Association (Mammography Working Group, Integrative Working Group, Stereotactic Working Group, Uro-Oncology Working Group), Researcher

2020:

• Hydrogel Space Oar Application and Certification Training, Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital

2018:

• Distance Good Clinical Practices Training; Basic Good Clinical Practices Course

2011:

• Lifelong Learning Program Leonardo da Vinci Mobility Projects, European Union Education and Youth Programs Directorate

2008:

• Brachytherapy Training, Istanbul University, Oncology Institute

Memberships
2022 – 2024:

• President of Sakura Science and Academician Association (SABADER)

2023:

• Turkish Radiation Oncology Association, Integrative Working Group Executive Board Member

2021:

• Cam & Sakura Medical Journal, Section Editor

2018:

• Interdisciplinary Oncology Association, Substitute Member of the Executive Board

1995:

• Turkish Radiation Oncology Association

1989:

• Turkish Medical Association

Scientific Works

• A.1 Karacetin D, Yalcin B, Okten B, Oztürk S, Maral O, Incekara O (2009). Capecitabine and oxaliplatin (XELOX) as first-line treatment for patients with metastatic colorectal cancer. JBUON, 605-608
• A.2 Yılmaz O B, Karacetin D, Kabukcuoglu F, Taskin T, Yener S (2011). Immunohistochemical study of E-cadherin and β-catenin expression in colorectal carcinomas. Pol J Pathol, 62(1), 19-24
• A.3 Karacetin D, Cakir A, Agaoglu F, Çamlıca H, Ergen A, Dizdar Y, Darendeliler E (2010). Dose distribution in 3-dimensional conformal radiotherapy for prostate cancer: comparison of femur doses for four treatment techniques. Journal of Radiotherapy in Practice, 41-51
• A.4 Baycan D, Karacetin D, Balkanay A, Barut Y (2012). Field-in-field IMRT versus 3D-CRT of the breast. Cardiac vessels, ipsilateral lung, and contralateral breast absorbed doses in patients with left-sided lumpectomy: a dosimetric comparison. Jpn J Radiol, DOI: 10.1007/s

Education:

• 2008 – 2012: Marmara University School of Medicine (Specialization Training)
• 1998 – 2005: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine

Work Experience:

• 2012 – Present: Neolife Medical Center

Memberships:

• Turkish Society of Radiation Oncology

Scientific Works:

2014:

• 11th National Radiation Oncology Congress
  • Oral Presentation: "Late-stage kidney damage after chemoradiotherapy in gastric cancer patients, clinical, functional, and dosimetric examination of tolerance doses."
  • Poster Presentation: "Early-stage stereotactic radiotherapy results in lung metastases."

2011:

• 1st Evidence-Based Medicine Course
  • "Evaluation of late side effects in patients treated with conformal radiotherapy for localized prostate cancer: A TOG Side Effects Subgroup Study."

Areas of Interest

• Interventional Radiology
• Thyroid Imaging and Interventions
• Prostate Imaging and Interventions

Education
1980–1986: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
1976–1980: Kabataş Boys' High School

Work Experience

• Başkent University Istanbul Hospital
• S.B. Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital

Professional Training

• Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine (Medical Degree)
• S.B. Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital (Radiology Residency)
• Anadolu University, Faculty of Open Education (Healthcare Management)

Memberships

• Istanbul Medical Chamber
• Istanbul Radiology Society

Education

2000
Medical School Graduate – Istanbul University, Faculty of Medicine

2005
Radiology Department, Istanbul University, Istanbul Medical Faculty

Work Experience

2022 – Present
Neolife Medical Center

2015 – 2021
Sonomed Imaging Center

2015
Bezmialem Vakıf University

2011 – 2015
Echomar Imaging Center

2010 – 2011
Istanbul Bilim University

2008 – 2009
Derince Military Hospital

2007 – 2008
German Hospital-Taksim

2005 – 2007
Echomar Imaging Center

Professional Trainings

• National Radiology Congresses
• National Magnetic Resonance Society Meetings

Memberships

• Turkish Radiology Society
• Turkish Magnetic Resonance Society
• Turkish Neuroradiology Society
• RSNA (Radiological Society of North America)
• ESR (European Society of Radiology)

Scientific Works

MRI findings in parosteal osteosarcoma: correlation with histopathology.
Dönmez FY, Tüzün U, Başaran C, Tunaci M, Bilgiç B, Acunaş G. Diagn Interv Radiol. 

The diagnostic efficiency of multislice CT virtual bronchoscopy in detecting endobronchial tumors.
Bakir B, Tüzün Ü, Terzibaşioğlu E, Dursun M, Güven K, Salmaslioğlu A, Tunaci A. Tuberk Toraks.

Diffusion MR findings in cyclosporin-A induced encephalopathy.
Aydin K, Donmez F, Tuzun U, Minareci O, Atamer T. Neuroradiology. 2004 

Diffusion tensor imaging findings of the brainstem in subjects with tonsillar ectopia.
Kurtcan S, Alkan A, Yetis H, Tuzun U, Aralasmak A, Toprak H, Ozdemir H. Acta Neurol Belg. 2018 Mar;

Diffusion Tensor Imaging Parameters in Children with Acute Hyperammonemic Encephalopathy Due to Urea Cycle Enzyme Defects and Organic Acidemia.
Kurtcan S, Alkan A, Guler S, Yesil G, Toprak H, Tuzun U, Yetis H, Aralasmak A, Ozdemir H, Iscan A. Current Medical Imaging Reviews. Volume 13, 2017 DOI: 10.2174/

The Contribution of DTI in Determining the Relationship of Epilepsy and Brain Lesions in Children with Tuberous Sclerosis.
Kurtcan S, Alkan A, Guler S, Yesil G, Toprak H, Tuzun U, Yetis H, Aralasmak A, Ozdemir H, Iscan A. Current Medical Imaging Reviews. Volume 13, 2017 DOI: 10.2174/

Brainstem cranial nerve diffusion changes in Wernicke encephalopathy secondary to necrotizing pancreatitis.
Kurtcan S, Alkan A, Aydin S, Tuzun U, Toprak H. Arch Med Sci Civil Dis 2016;1:e45–e50

Neuroimaging Features of Acquired Metabolic and Toxic Encephalopathies.
Ediz S.S, Kurtcan S, Alkan A, Aydin S, Tuzun U, Toprak H, Aralasmak A. Current Medical Imaging Reviews. Volume 13, 2017

Does the Application of Platelet-Rich Fibrin in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Enhance Graft Healing and Maturation? A Comparative MRI Study of 44 Cases.
Beyzadeoglu T, Pehlivanoglu T, Yildirim K, Buldu H, Tandogan R, Tuzun U. Orthop J Sports Med. 2020 Feb 20;8(2):

Deep learning for assessing image quality in bi-parametric prostate MRI: A feasibility study.
Alis D, Kartal MS, Seker ME, Guroz B, Basar Y, Arslan A, Sirolu S, Kurtcan S, Denizoglu N, Tuzun U, Yildirim D, Oksuz I, Karaarslan E. Eur J Radiol. 2023 Aug;165:110924. doi: 10.1016/j.ejrad.2023.110924. Epub 2023 Jun 11.

Awards

1. TMRD 16th Annual Meeting Film Reading Session - 2nd Prize (2011)
2. TMRD 17th Annual Meeting Film Reading Session - 3rd Prize (2012)
3. TMRD 17th Annual Meeting Case of the Day - 3rd Prize (2012)
4. TRD 33rd National Congress Case of the Day - 2nd Prize (2012)
5. TMRD 18th Annual Meeting Film Reading Session - 3rd Prize (2013)
6. TMRD 18th Annual Meeting Case of the Day - 3rd Prize (2013)
7. TMRD 19th Annual Meeting Film Reading Session - 2nd Prize (2014)
8. TMRD 19th Annual Meeting Case of the Day - 1st Prize (2014)
9. TRD 36th National Congress Case of the Day - 2nd Prize (2015)
10. TMRD 21st Annual Meeting Film Reading Session - 1st Prize (2016)
11. TRD 37th National Congress Case of the Day - 1st Prize (2016)
12. TMRD 37th National Congress Film Reading Session - 1st Prize (2016)
13. TMRD 23rd Annual Meeting Film Reading Session - 1st Prize (2018)

During his career, Dr. Covaro has a continuous participation in international meetings and contributed to several articles published in scientific magazines. Dr. Covaro is a member of several professional organizations, including the Spanish Society of Orthopedics, AOspine, GEER and Eurospine.

Currently, Dr. Covaro attends his patients at the Institut Universitari Dexeus and the Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge, in Barcelona. To make an appointment with Dr. Augusto Covaro, contact ICATME, Institut Universitari Dexeus

Gynecologist, oncologist

Oncologist, radiologist, Head of the Department of Radiation Oncology Fortis

Oncosurgeon

Head of the Department of Oncological Surgery

Urologist, oncologist, specialist in robotic surgery

Specialist in Nuclear Medicine

Dr. X is a Medical Oncologist with over 30 years of experience. He has a Medical Education from Istanbul University, specialization in Internal Medicine, and a Medical Oncology Specialization from Istanbul University's Oncology Institute. He is a member of the Medical Oncology Association, Lung Cancers Association, ESMO, ASCO and Istanbul Medical Chamber.

Medical Oncology specialist with expertise in lung, breast, colorectal, gastric, liver, kidney, pancreatic, stomach, prostate, and uterine cancers. Experienced in chemotherapy, immunotherapy, phytotherapy, ozone therapy, hyperthermic chemotherapy, GIS cancer, and gynecological and genitourinary cancer. Member of the Turkish Oncology Group, Medical Oncology Association, Turkish Cancer Research and Warfare Association, European Society of Medical Oncology, European Society of Gynecologic Oncology, and International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer.

Dr. Alrawi is a highly qualified and experienced Board-certified Surgical Oncologist with expertise in upper gastrointestinal, head and neck, minimal invasive, breast, colorectal, and heated chemoperfusion oncology. He has held posts in tertiary referral cancer centers and is currently the Director of Oncology Services at VPS Hospital system in UAE & MENA. He is also involved in oncology research.