About Dr. Berrin Pehlivan
Dr. Berrin Pehlivan is a Professor of Radiation Oncology in Istanbul with more than two decades of experience and extensive international training. She treats a broad range of cancers, with particular expertise in lung, brain and head and neck tumours.
- More than 25 years of experience in radiation oncology
- International training in the USA, France and Switzerland
- Expertise in lung cancer, brain tumours and head and neck cancer
- Faculty member at a leading medical university
- Author of more than 100 scientific publications
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MD – Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara, 2000
- Radiation Oncology Specialisation – Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, 2004
- Professor of Radiation Oncology
Fellowships & Special Training
- Radiation Oncology training, Boston University, USA (1999)
- European diplomas in clinical cancer research and radiobiology, Institut Gustave-Roussy, Paris; fellowship, University Hospital of Lausanne, Switzerland
Certifications & Accreditations
- Licensed to practise medicine in Turkey (Turkish Medical Association)
- Member of recognised radiation oncology professional associations
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Lung cancer
- Brain tumours
- Head and neck cancer
- Breast cancer
- Pancreatic cancer
- Gastrointestinal cancers
- Other solid tumours requiring radiotherapy
Sub-specialties
- Thoracic & CNS Radiotherapy: radiotherapy for lung cancer and brain tumours – a trusted radiation oncologist in Istanbul for lung and brain cancer treatment.
- Head & Neck Radiotherapy: radiotherapy for head and neck cancers.
- Image-Guided Radiotherapy: PET-CT-based radiotherapy planning.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) and image-guided radiotherapy (IGRT)
- Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) and stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT)
- Brachytherapy
- PET-CT-based radiotherapy planning
- Proton and advanced external-beam radiotherapy techniques
List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Berrin Pehlivan can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Bahcesehir University Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey – Professor & Head, Department of Radiation Oncology (from 2017)
Past Affiliations
- Medstar Antalya Hospital (Memorial Health Group), Antalya – Associate Professor (2012–2017)
- Akdeniz University, Antalya – Assistant Professor (2010–2012)
- Baskent University, Adana – Assistant Professor (2009–2010)
Academic & Research Roles
- Head, Department of Radiation Oncology, Bahcesehir University Faculty of Medicine
- Author of a book on cancer (‘Cancer in 50 Questions’); over 100 publications cited more than 1,100 times
Key Achievements
- More than 25 years of experience in radiation oncology
- Extensive international training across the USA, France and Switzerland
- Author of more than 100 scientific publications
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Information not publicly available.
Professional Memberships
- European Society for Radiotherapy & Oncology (ESTRO)
- Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology
- Turkish Medical Association
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Author of more than 100 publications in radiation oncology, including research on PET-CT-based radiotherapy planning, lung cancer and head and neck cancer (full citation details: Information not publicly available.)
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Lung cancer radiotherapy
- Brain tumour and head and neck radiotherapy
- Inflammation-based prognostic markers in cancer
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (EUR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Radiation Oncology Consultation | €80 – €200 | $85 – $215 |
| IMRT / IGRT (full course) | €5,000 – €12,000 | $5,400 – $13,000 |
| Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS / SBRT) | €6,000 – €14,000 | $6,500 – $15,000 |
| Brachytherapy | €3,000 – €8,000 | $3,250 – $8,600 |
| PET-CT Based Planning | €1,200 – €2,500 | $1,300 – $2,700 |
*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. Berrin Pehlivan use in radiation oncology treatment?
Dr. Berrin Pehlivan uses intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT), image-guided radiotherapy (IGRT), stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS / SBRT), brachytherapy and PET-CT-based planning. Virtual consultations and remote second opinions are also available to international patients. Contact Cancer Rounds for a detailed technology overview specific to your case.
2. What conditions does Dr. Berrin Pehlivan specialize in treating?
Dr. Berrin Pehlivan treats lung cancer, brain tumours, head and neck cancer, breast cancer, pancreatic and gastrointestinal cancers and other solid tumours requiring radiotherapy, covering both routine and complex radiation oncology cases for patients in Istanbul and abroad.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Berrin Pehlivan?
Appointments with Dr. Berrin Pehlivan 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. Berrin Pehlivan?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Berrin Pehlivan, 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. Berrin Pehlivan offer second opinions for radiation oncology cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr. Berrin Pehlivan can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review a cancer diagnosis or radiotherapy plan with an expert radiation oncology specialist in Istanbul.
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