Dr. Vildan Kayku

About Dr. Vildan Kayku

Dr. Vildan Kayku is a Senior Consultant Medical Oncologist in Istanbul, Turkey, with over 10 years of clinical experience. As a recognised Medical Oncologist in Istanbul, she is widely consulted by international patients for chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormonal therapy across breast, urogenital, lymphoma, and other complex malignancies.

10+ years of specialist experience in medical oncology
Trained at Eskişehir Osmangazi University (MBBS, 2006) and Ufuk University (Internal Medicine, 2013)
Specialist in chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormonal therapy
Active member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association (TTOD)
Author of multiple national and international peer-reviewed publications and a translated book chapter on Hepatology

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

MBBS — Eskişehir Osmangazi University, Eskişehir, Turkey, 2006
MD Internal Medicine — Ufuk University, Dr. Rıdvan Ege Hospital, Department of Internal Medicine, Ankara, Turkey, 2013
Medical Oncology Specialisation — Information not publicly available regarding specific institution and year.

Fellowships & Special Training

Specialised training in Chemotherapy
Specialised training in Immunotherapy (Checkpoint Inhibitors)
Specialised training in Targeted Therapy and Hormonal Therapy
Active participation in Turkish Medical Oncology Congresses, National Cancer Congresses, and National Immunotherapy & Oncology Congresses
Continuing education courses organised by the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology

Certifications & Accreditations

Turkish Medical Association — Registered Practitioner
Turkish Medical Oncology Association (TTOD) — Member

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

Breast Cancer (including Triple-Negative and Neuroendocrine)
Cervical and Other Urogenital Cancers
Lung Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Gastric Cancer
Ovarian Cancer
Prostate Cancer
Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
Hodgkin Lymphoma
Sarcomas
Head and Neck Cancers
Iron Deficiency in Cancer Patients

Sub-specialties

Chemotherapy & Immunotherapy: Modern chemotherapy regimens and checkpoint-inhibitor immunotherapy — a respected medical oncology specialist Istanbul Turkey for international patients seeking the best medical oncology doctor in India and abroad.
Targeted & Hormonal Therapy: Molecular-marker-driven targeted therapy and hormonal therapy across solid tumours.
Supportive Cancer Care: Iron deficiency management, supportive therapy in cancer patients.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Chemotherapy (Curative, Adjuvant, Neoadjuvant, Palliative)
Immunotherapy (Checkpoint Inhibitors)
Targeted Therapy
Hormonal Therapy
Intravenous Ferric Carboxymaltose for Anaemia in Cancer Patients
Multidisciplinary Tumour Board Management
Cancer Pain and Symptom Management

List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Vildan Kayku can be consulted

Lung Cancer Breast Cancer

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

Senior Consultant Medical Oncologist — Istanbul, Turkey (Present), with affiliation to Medical Park Group, İstanbul, and Neolife Medical Center, Istanbul

Past Affiliations

Ufuk University, Dr. Rıdvan Ege Hospital, Department of Internal Medicine — Resident and Specialist Trainee, Ankara, Turkey (until 2013)

Academic & Research Roles

Translator — Atlas of Internal Medicine, 3rd Edition, Chapter 12: Hepatology (Turkish Translation)
Co-author — Antineoplastic Drugs, Chapter 14: Mechanisms of Action and Classification of Antimetabolites (2022)
Oral presenter — "Chemotherapy in Cervical Cancer", 3rd National Urogenital Cancers Congress, 2019
Three papers presented at international congresses

Key Achievements

10+ years of specialist experience in medical oncology
Author of multiple national and international peer-reviewed publications
Translator of book chapter on Hepatology and co-author of book chapter on Antineoplastic Drugs
Active member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

Information not publicly available.

Professional Memberships

Turkish Medical Oncology Association (TTOD)
Turkish Medical Association

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

Tasdemir V, Oguz AK, Dear I, Ergun I. "Hyponatremia in the outpatient setting: clinical characteristics, risk factors, and outcome." Int Urol Nephrol. 2015 Dec;47(12):1977–1983. DOI: 10.1007/s11255-015-1134-6.
Buyukhatipoglu H, Babacan T, Kertmen N, Balakan O, Suner A, Ates O, Sarici F, Aslan A, Diker O, Tasdemir V, Ozisik Y, Altundag K. "A retrospective analysis of adjuvant CAF, AC-T and TAC regimens in triple-negative early-stage breast cancer." Peer-reviewed publication.
Tasdemir V, Kertmen N, Aslan AC, Keskin O, Karakas Y, Diker O, Dizdar O, Aksoy S, Ozisik Y, Altundag K. "Breast Neuroendocrine Tumors, Single Center Experience." ASCO Publications.
Aslan A, Tasdemir V, Kertmen N, Dizdar O, Aksoy S. "Intravenous ferric carboxymaltose treatment in cancer patients." 2016, ASCO Publications.
Sarici F, Kertmen N, Aslan AC, Tasdemir V, Babacan T, Kilickap S, Ozdemir E, Barista I, Turker A, Kars A. "Anthracyclin-Based Chemotherapy in Patients with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Aged Over 75." International Journal of Hematology and Oncology. 2016;26(2):089–095.

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

Triple-negative breast cancer chemotherapy outcomes
Breast neuroendocrine tumours
Anaemia management in cancer patients
Chemotherapy in elderly lymphoma patients

Estimated Treatment Costs

Procedure / Consultation	Estimated Cost (INR)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Medical Oncology Consultation	₹4,000 – ₹10,000	$50 – $120
Chemotherapy (per Cycle)	₹40,000 – ₹2,50,000	$480 – $3,000
Immunotherapy (per Cycle)	₹1,50,000 – ₹6,00,000	$1,800 – $7,200
Targeted Therapy (per Month)	₹1,00,000 – ₹5,00,000	$1,200 – $6,000
Comprehensive Cancer Treatment Programme	₹5,00,000 – ₹25,00,000	$6,000 – $30,000

*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What advanced technologies does Dr. Vildan Kayku use in Medical Oncologist treatment?

Dr. Vildan Kayku uses advanced medical oncology platforms including modern chemotherapy regimens, immunotherapy (checkpoint inhibitors), targeted therapy, hormonal therapy, and supportive cancer care including intravenous iron therapy for anaemia. These tools enable evidence-based, personalised cancer care for international patients.

2. What conditions does Dr. Vildan Kayku specialize in treating?

Dr. Vildan Kayku is an experienced Medical Oncologist in Istanbul, Turkey, treating breast cancer (including triple-negative and neuroendocrine), cervical and urogenital cancers, lung cancer, colorectal, gastric, ovarian, prostate cancers, non-Hodgkin and Hodgkin lymphoma, sarcomas, head and neck cancers, and supportive care issues such as iron deficiency. She is widely consulted as a top medical oncology specialist for complex cancer cases.

3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Vildan Kayku?

Appointments with Dr. Vildan Kayku can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.

4. Can international patients receive treatment from Dr. Vildan Kayku?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Vildan Kayku, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination.

5. What support is available for international patients?

International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.

6. Does Dr. Vildan Kayku offer second opinions for Medical Oncologist cases?

Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr. Vildan Kayku can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their cancer diagnosis or treatment plan with an expert Medical Oncologist specialist in Istanbul, Turkey.