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Dr. Taylan Bükülmez, MD, is a radiation oncologist at İstinye University Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir in Istanbul, Turkey. With 14 years of experience, he specializes in advanced radiation therapy for adult and pediatric cancers.
- Title: MD, Radiation Oncologist
- Years of Experience: 14 years
- Main Focus: Radiation treatment for cancers of the breast, prostate, lung, esophagus, and rectum
- Online Consultations: Available for international patients
Educational Background
- High School: Konak Anatolian High School, Turkey
- Medical Degree: Pamukkale University Faculty of Medicine, Turkey
- Specialization: Radiation Oncology at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Turkey
Professional Experience
- Current Role: Radiation Oncologist at İstinye University Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir since 2017
- Previous Positions:
- Radiation Oncology Clinic, Akdeniz University (2009–2016)
- Health Sciences University Van Training & Research Hospital
- Konya Derebucak District Hospital (2006–2008)
- İnönü University Faculty of Medicine (2015–2016)
- Antalya Kaş State Hospital (2015)
- Procedural Expertise: Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT), Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT), 3D conformal, and brachytherapy
Academic Contributions
- Active participant in national and international oncology conferences
- Scientific collaboration with foreign radiation oncology specialists
- Advocate for and user of advanced radiotherapy protocols such as SBRT and Versa‑HD Hexapod technology
Areas of Expertise
- Breast Cancer: Curative and palliative radiation therapy
- Lung Cancer: Targeted radiation and SBRT for early-stage treatment
- Prostate Cancer: Precision radiation therapy for localized and recurrent cases
- Esophageal & Rectal Cancer: Integrated radiation treatment as part of multimodal therapy
- Pediatric Oncology: Specialized radiation care tailored for children
Publications and Research
Dr. Bükülmez has contributed to studies focused on clinical outcomes with SBRT and the implementation of high-precision radiation technologies. His research helps optimize patient treatment plans.
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Bükülmez emphasizes personalized care and patient comfort throughout therapy:
- Provides detailed pre-treatment consultations, including online options for international patients
- Utilizes advanced equipment like Versa‑HD Hexapod to minimize exposure to healthy tissues
- Cultivates compassionate communication and cultural sensitivity to ease patient anxiety
- Aims to minimize side effects and improve quality of life during and after treatment
Professional Affiliations
- Radiation oncologist practicing at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir
- Member of Turkish radiation oncology professional community
- Familiar with European and international radiotherapy standards through continued education and conference participation
FAQs
- Is Dr. Taylan Bükülmez board-certified?
- Yes, he completed his specialization in Radiation Oncology at Akdeniz University and holds a valid medical license in Turkey.
- What types of radiation treatments does he perform?
- He provides external beam radiation, SBRT, IMRT, and brachytherapy for cancers including breast, prostate, lung, esophageal, and rectal types.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes, online pre-consultations are available, and Liv Hospital’s Global Medical Services assist with patient logistics.
- How long is the typical treatment duration?
- Treatment duration varies: SBRT may require 1–5 sessions, while conventional radiation often spans several weeks.
- What languages does he speak?
- Dr. Bükülmez speaks Turkish and English; additional language support is provided by hospital coordinators.
- Can children receive care from him?
- Yes, he treats both pediatric and adult cancer patients, tailoring radiation protocols to age and tumor type.