Dr.Didem Karaçetin (Radiation oncologist)– Best Costs, Reviews – Book Your Consultation

Professional Experience

• Current Position: Professor, Biruni University Hospital, Department of Radiation Oncology (2024–present)
• Previous Leadership Roles:
  • Head of Radiation Oncology, Health Sciences University – Bursa, İzmir & Istanbul Hamidiye Faculties of Medicine (2021–2024)
  • Educational & Administrative Director, Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital (2020–2024)
  • Founder/Chief Supervisor, Radiation Oncology Centre at Dr. Sadi Konuk Training & Research Hospital (2009–2015)
  • Chief Assistant, Şişli Etfal Training & Research Hospital (1998–2009)
• Teaching Role: Lecturer at Gelişim University Health Vocational School (2013–2020)

Academic Contributions

• Regular lecturer at national and international oncology conferences
• Research interest in breast, gynecological, prostate, gastrointestinal, lung, brain, head and neck cancers
• Certified in Hydrogel SpaceOAR application for prostate cancer radiotherapy
• Active role within Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology (working groups)
• Innovator in integrating AI technologies into radiotherapy planning (2023 project collaboration)

Areas of Expertise

Dr. Karaçetin provides targeted radiation therapy for a diverse range of cancers:

• Breast cancer: Standard and intraoperative radiotherapy
• Gynecological cancers: Brachytherapy applications
• Prostate cancer: SpaceOAR hydrogel placement to protect the rectum during therapy
• Gastrointestinal cancers: External and internal radiotherapy
• Lung, brain, head & neck cancers: Precise radiation planning and delivery

Publications and Research

Dr. Karaçetin has a strong record of peer-reviewed publications:

• 2009 – Karacetin D. et al. – Capecitabine and oxaliplatin (XELOX) as first-line treatment for metastatic colorectal cancer
• 2011 – Yılmaz O.B. & Karacetin D. – E-cadherin/β-catenin expression in colorectal carcinoma (Pol J Pathol)
• 2011 – Karacetin D. et al. – Temozolomide with radiotherapy vs. radiation alone in glioblastoma patients
• ResearchGate lists over 31 publications with significant clinical relevance in radiation oncology

Patient Care Philosophy

Her patient-centred approach emphasizes personalized and empathetic care:

• Commits to clear communication and detailed treatment education
• Ensures multidisciplinary support for complex cancer cases
• Supports international patients through tailored planning and coordination
• Leverages innovations like SpaceOAR and AI to minimize side effects and improve accuracy

Professional Affiliations

• Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology – working group member
• Head of Integration Group, Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology (2023)
• Member, Interdisciplinary Oncology Association
• Editor, Cam & Sakura Medical Journal (since 2021)
• Member, Turkish Medical Association

FAQs

Is Dr. Didem Karaçetin board-certified?

Yes. She is formally certified in radiation oncology in Turkey and has completed international fellowship training.

What types of radiation therapy does she offer?

She provides intraoperative radiotherapy, brachytherapy, external beam radiotherapy, and SpaceOAR‑protected prostate therapy.

Does she treat international patients?

Yes. Biruni University Hospital supports international cancer patients with coordinated pre-treatment planning and follow-up care.

How long is the typical hospital stay?

Radiotherapy is mostly outpatient, though some treatments (e.g., brachytherapy) may require 1–2 days of hospital stay.

What languages does she speak?

She is fluent in Turkish and English.

Is she experienced in advanced radiotherapy techniques?

Yes. She is certified in SpaceOAR hydrogel applications and leads integration of AI in radiotherapy planning.

What cancers does she treat?

Her expertise includes breast, gynecological, prostate, gastrointestinal, lung, brain, head and neck cancers.