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Best Rhabdomyosarcoma pediatric oncologists in Istanbul: TOP 15 doctors

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Yesim Yildirim
Yesim Yildirim
Clinical oncologist
21 years of experience
4.6
494 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Anadolu Medical Center

Yesim Yildirim

Clinical oncologist
21 years of experience

accreditations:

European Society of Medical Oncology
European School of Oncology

Doctor Yesim Yildirim is an oncologist certified by the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO). Affiliated with numerous hospitals in the United States and Turkey, including the University of Maryland Medical Center, Johns Hopkins Hospital and Memorial Sisli Hospital. She has over 20 years of experience and has a special interest in preventive medicine, diabetes, and hypertension. Holds an MBA in Healthcare Management and shares her expertise with Bookimed from 2022.

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4.6
494 reviews
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Mehmet Taner Özdemir
Mehmet Taner Özdemir
4.6
494 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Anadolu Medical Center

accreditations:

Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
European Musculo-Skeletal Oncology Society
Dr. Mehmet Taner Özdemir is an orthopedic trauma specialist, sarcoma specialist, and arthroscopic surgeon with experience in the treatment of hip fractures and bone and soft tissue tumors. He obtained his medical degree from Gülhane Military Medical Academy (Turkey) and further specialized in orthopedic surgery and traumatology at the Hospital for Special Surgery (USA). He is a member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology and the European Musculo-Skeletal Oncology Society.Read more
4.6
494 reviews
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Evrim Metcalfe
Evrim Metcalfe
Radiation oncologist
27 years of experience
4.5
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital

Evrim Metcalfe

Radiation oncologist
27 years of experience

Experience

2021 year - 2022 year

Clinical Manager of Radiation Oncology, Medicana International Istanbul Hospital

2021 year - 2022 year

Department of Radiation Oncology, Biruni University Faculty of Medicine

2020 year - 2021 year

Clinical Manager of Radiation Oncology, Medicana International Istanbul Hospital

2017 year - 2020 year

Clinical Manager of Radiation Oncology, Neolife Medical Center

2016 year - 2017 year

Department of Radiation Oncology, Eskişehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine

2011 year - 2016 year

Department of Radiation Oncology, Eskişehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine

2010 year - 2011 year

Department of Radiation Oncology, Eskişehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine

2008 year - 2010 year

Radiation Oncology Clinic, Samsun Training and Research Hospital (Education Coordinator)

2006 year

Medical Faculty, Dokuz Eylül University

2006 year - 2008 year

Radiation Oncology Clinic, Samsun Mehmet Aydın State Hospital (Compulsory Service)

2000 year - 2006 year

Medical Faculty, Dokuz Eylül University

 

Education

2022 year

Biruni University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, Faculty Member, Professor Doctor

2022 year

Anadolu University Open Education Faculty Undergraduate Program, Cultural Heritage and Tourism

2021 year

Feyziye Schools Foundation Işık University Health Services Vocational School, Faculty Member, Associate Professor Doctor

2017 year

Eskişehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, Faculty Member

2017 year

Eskişehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, Associate Professor Doctor

2006 year

Samsun Training and Research Hospital, Specialist Doctor, Compulsory Service

2006 year

Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, Medical Specialization

1998 year

Ege University, Faculty of Medicine

 

 

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4.5
2 reviews
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Alp Özkan
Alp Özkan
Pediatric oncologist
25 years of experience
4.6
494 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Anadolu Medical Center

Alp Özkan

Pediatric oncologist
25 years of experience
  • Specializes in Rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare children's muscle cancer.
  • Uses chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgery for Rhabdomyosarcoma.
  • International practice in Turkey and the USA.
  • Professor at Istanbul University, shaping future oncologists.
  • Authored 70+ articles, enhancing Rhabdomyosarcoma treatment knowledge.
  • Provides consultations online, increasing patient access.
  • Speaks Turkish and English, facilitating communication.
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494 reviews
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Hilmi Apak
Hilmi Apak
Pediatric hematologist
25 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Biruni University Hospital

Hilmi Apak

Pediatric hematologist
25 years of experience

Dr. Hilmi Apak is a respected pediatric hematology-oncology specialist with more than 21 years of experience. He is trained in pediatric oncology. Dr. Apak has led advanced treatments, including bone marrow transplantation, leukemia chemotherapy, and CAR T-cell therapy.

He has published 75 international medical articles, showing his strong contribution to pediatric oncology research. Dr. Apak has worked as assistant editor for the Turkish Pediatrics Archives Periodical. He has also held important academic and leadership positions, such as Head of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa.

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Omer Dogru
Omer Dogru
Pediatric hematologist
19 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Biruni University Hospital

Omer Dogru

Pediatric hematologist
19 years of experience

Education

MSc Faculty of Medicine (ING) Hacettepe University 1991-1997
Specialization Department of Pediatrics Dicle Universityniversitesi 1997-2002
Minor Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Department Istanbul University 2006-2009
Bone Marrow Transplant Unit MP Göztepe Hospital 2012-2013

 

Experience

Assistant Professor
Afyon Kocatepe University/Faculty of Medicine/Internal Medical Sciences
2003-2009 Department/ÇDepartment of Pediatrics)

Assistant Professor
Istanbul University/Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicineltesi/Internal Medical Sciences
2006-2009 Department of Pediatrics)

Pediatric Hematology Specialist Diyarbakır Children's Hospital, Pediatric Hematology compulsory service 2009-2012
Transfer Ünitesi Assistant Hematology Specialist Private Medical Park Göztepe Hospital Bone Marrow Transplant Unit Assistant Responsible Pediatric Hematology Specialist
2012-2013

Assistant Professor
Akdeniz University / Faculty of Medicine / Department of Internal Medical Scienceslümü/Department of Pediatrics)
2013-2014

Assistant Professor Marmara University/Faculty of Medicine/Department of Internal Medical Sciences/Department of Pediatrics) 2014-2024

Scientific Memberships

Turkish Society of Hematology
Turkish Pediatric Hematology Association
Marmara Pediatric Association
Turkish Pediatric Society
Istanbul Medical Chamber
EBMT (European Bone Marrow Transplantation)

 

 

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20 top ranked Rhabdomyosarcoma doctors in the world are represented on this page. The list includes only verified specialists known for their experience and high success rates.

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Ceyhun Bozkurt
Ceyhun Bozkurt
Pediatric hematologist/oncologist
35 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital

Ceyhun Bozkurt

Pediatric hematologist/oncologist
35 years of experience

Prof. Dr. Ceyhun Bozkurt is a respected Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist. He is known for his work in childhood blood disorders and cancers. He graduated from Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. He holds specializations in both Pediatrics and Pediatric Oncology. Since 2019, he has been Professor and Clinical Director at Bahçelievler Medical Park Hospital. He also serves as Vice Director of the Stem Cell Transplant Unit.

Dr. Bozkurt has published over 40 peer-reviewed articles. He is recognized for his work in leukemia, bone marrow transplantation, and stem cell therapy. He is a member of organizations such as SIOP and EBMT. His memberships show his dedication to high standards in clinical care and research.

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