Prof. Mehmet Akif Öztürk, M.D. is a distinguished Clinical Oncologist based in Istanbul, Turkey, with over 13 years of experience in the field of medical oncology. He is currently affiliated with Memorial Şişli Hospital, where he specializes in the treatment of various solid tumors.
Full Name: Prof. Mehmet Akif Öztürk, M.D.
Years of Experience: 13 years
Main Specialty: Clinical Oncology
Educational Background
Prof. Öztürk has an extensive educational background with international training in oncology:
Medical School: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Turkey (Graduation Year: 2009)
Fellowship: Institute of Oncology, Istanbul University (2009–2012)
Advanced Training:
MD Anderson Cancer Center, Breast Clinic, Houston, USA (2011)
Northern Institute for Cancer Research, Newcastle University, UK (2014)
Prof. Öztürk has held several significant positions throughout his career:
Current Position: Medical Oncology Specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital, Istanbul (2021–Present)
Previous Roles:
Medical Oncology Specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital, Istanbul (2018–2021)
Lecturer at Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul (2015–2018)
Academic Contributions
Prof. Öztürk is actively involved in academic and research activities:
Lecturer: Üsküdar University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine (2023–Present)
Research Interests: Solid tumor target discovery, breast cancer, and personalized oncology treatments
Conference Participation: Presented at over 100 national and international congresses
Areas of Expertise
Prof. Öztürk specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers, with a focus on:
Breast Cancer
Gastrointestinal Cancers
Lung Cancer
Genitourinary Cancers
Head and Neck Cancers
Personalized Oncology Treatments
Publications and Research
Prof. Öztürk has contributed to numerous peer-reviewed journals and research projects:
Publications: Over 50 papers published in journals indexed in international indices
Research Profiles:
ResearchGate: Mehmet Akif Öztürk
ORCID: 0000-0003-1365-7944
His research focuses on real-world treatment outcomes, prognostic features of various cancers, and the impact of family tumor history on survival rates.
Patient Care Philosophy
Prof. Öztürk is committed to providing compassionate and personalized care to his patients:
Communication: Emphasizes clear and empathetic communication with patients and their families
Patient Education: Believes in educating patients about their conditions and treatment options
International Patients: Offers online consultations and is experienced in treating patients from diverse cultural backgrounds
Professional Affiliations
Prof. Öztürk is an active member of several professional organizations:
Turkish Medical Association (TTB)
Turkish Society of Medical Oncology (TTOD)
European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
FAQs
Is Dr. Mehmet Akif Öztürk board-certified?
Yes, he holds board certification in medical oncology and has received the ESMO Board Certificate.
What types of cancers does he treat?
He specializes in treating solid tumors, including breast, gastrointestinal, lung, genitourinary, and head and neck cancers.
Does he treat international patients?
Yes, Dr. Öztürk offers online consultations and has experience treating patients from various countries.
How long is the typical hospital stay for oncology treatments?
The duration varies depending on the treatment plan; outpatient chemotherapy sessions may not require hospitalization, while more intensive treatments might necessitate a longer stay.
What languages does he speak?
Dr. Öztürk is fluent in English and Turkish.
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Turkey,
Apr 14, 2025
dilek yalçınkaya
Hem doktorumuz Prof Dr Mehmet Akif bey ve asistanı, hem onkolojik tedavi sürecinde temas halinde olduğumuz tüm personel her zaman güleryüzlü, yardımsever, ilgili ve güvenilir.
Turkey,
Jul 18, 2024
Cgdm Sngr
Medikal onkolojide tedavi görüp şifa bulmuş bir hasta olarak başta hocam Prof.Dr.Mehmet Akif Öztürk olmak üzere tüm ekibe sonsuz teşekkür ederim.
Turkey,
Sep 12, 2023
Nilgün CANDEMİR
Beş yıldır devam eden tedavi sürecimde , benden ilgisini ve alakasını esirgemeyen, güler yüzü tatlı diliyle moralimi üst düzeyde tutmama yardımcı olan, çok değerli doktorum Mehmet Akif ÖZTÜRK'e sonsuz teşekkürker 🙏❤
Turkey,
Feb 02, 2023
Gulay Kaya
Dr Mehmet Akif bey ve onkoloji hemşireleri iyiki bu zorlu savaşa sizinle başlamışım gülen yüzünüz ilginiz herşey güzel olacak dedirtti bana iyiki varsınız
Turkey,
Sep 25, 2022
#saveralph #saveralph
Onkoloji bölümünde başta doktorumuz Doç.Dr. M.Akif Öztürk hocamıza hemşirelerimize banko görevlilerine hizmet görenlere çok teşekkür ediyoruz
Turkey,
Sep 24, 2022
Ayse kurutçu
Mehmet Akif Öztürk Bey çok ilgili bir doktor 1 yıldır annemi takip ediyor çok memnunuz
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