Prof. Dr. Savaş Tuna

Medical Oncologist

Prof. Dr. Savaş Tuna

Professor

35+ years of experience

Graduation
Medical Park Group, Istanbul - Turkey

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    Areas of Expertise

    Prof. Dr. Savaş Tuna

    Major Conditions Treated

    • Lung Cancer (Non-Small Cell & Small Cell)
    • Skin Cancer (Melanoma, Sarcoma)
    • Sarcoma (Soft Tissue & Bone)
    • Gastrointestinal Cancers (Colorectal, Gastric, Pancreatic)
    • Breast Cancer
    • Lymphoma & Haematological Malignancies
    • Kidney Cancer (Renal Cell Carcinoma)
    • Bladder Cancer
    • Brain Tumours (Glioblastoma)

    Sub-specialties

    • Lung Cancer: Special clinical focus on lung cancer diagnosis and systemic treatment — a senior Medical Oncologist in Istanbul, Turkey for best lung cancer management.
    • Skin Oncology & Melanoma: Specialist in melanoma and skin cancer with immunotherapy and targeted therapy protocols.
    • Immunotherapy & Targeted Therapy: Expert in checkpoint inhibitor immunotherapy (anti-PD1, anti-CTLA4) and targeted molecular therapy for various cancers.

    Advanced Procedures & Treatments

    • Chemotherapy (systemic and intrathecal)
    • Immunotherapy (Checkpoint Inhibitors — anti-PD-1, anti-CTLA-4)
    • Targeted Therapy (TKIs, CDK4/6 inhibitors, BRAF/MEK inhibitors)
    • Cancer Vaccines
    • Hormone Therapy
    • Complementary and Supportive Cancer Therapies
    • Palliative Oncology

    Qualifications & Credentials

    Medical Degrees

    • Graduation (MD) — Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Turkey
    • Specialisation in Internal Medicine — Istanbul University, Department of Internal Diseases, 1995
    • Specialisation in Medical Oncology — Istanbul University Oncology Institute, Department of Medical Oncology

    Fellowships & Special Training

    • Advanced training in chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, and cancer vaccines at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
    • Mandatory Medical Service — Doctor, Yozgat Sefaatlı Sarıkent Health Centre (1990–1991)

    Certifications & Accreditations

    • Turkish Medical Oncology Association (TTOD) — Member
    • Turkish Internal Medicine Specialist Association (TİHOD) — Member
    • Association of Turkey Ophthalmologists (THMD) — Member
    • Turkey Organ, Tissue and Cell Transplantation Association — Member

    Professional Experience

    Current Affiliation

    • Medical Park Bahçelievler Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey — Medical Oncologist (Present)

    Past Affiliations

    • Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul (2016)
    • Etfal Education and Research Hospital, Şişli, Istanbul (2016)
    • Istanbul Bakırköy Dr. Sadı Konuk Eğitim Research Hospital (2011)
    • Atatürk Training and Research Hospital, Ankara (2011)
    • Istanbul Oncology Institute (2008)
    • Istanbul Education Hospital (2005)
    • Eyüp State Hospital, Istanbul (2001)
    • Kırklareli State Hospital (1997)
    • Eğitim and Research Hospital (1995)

    Academic & Research Roles

    • 47+ total publications (9 in international peer-reviewed journals; 38 in national journals)
    • 10+ presentations at international scientific conferences and proceedings

    Key Achievements

    • 33+ years of clinical experience in Medical Oncology
    • 47+ publications in national and international oncology journals
    • 10+ international conference presentations
    • Specialisation from Istanbul University Oncology Institute — Turkey's premier cancer research centre

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