Prof. Dr. Çiğdem Usul Afşar
Cancer Treatment
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Years of Experience
About Prof. Dr. Çiğdem Usul Afşar
Prof. Dr. Çiğdem Usul Afşar is a Professor of Medical Oncology at Memorial Şişli Hospital, in Istanbul, Turkey. She is known for her concentration in breast cancer, accounting for 60-70% of her practice, as well as gynecologic and lung cancers.
Professional Background
- Experience/Years of Work: since 2001
- Based in: Istanbul, Turkey
Innovations & Contributions
Dr. Afşar is a renowned researcher in medical oncology and has received international training in the field of immuno-oncology.
- Academic Standing: Has an h-index of 15 and almost 600 citations on Google Scholar from various peer-reviewed publications.
- Certifications: ESMO European Board Certified (2014) and Proficiency Certificate from Turkish Medical Oncology Association (2014).
- International Training: Immuno-oncology training at The Christie Oncology Center, Manchester and Medical University of Vienna.
- Clinical Focus: Specializes in breast cancer, gynecologic malignancies (ovarian, uterine, cervical) and lung cancer.
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Awards
- • European Society for Medical Oncology
- • Turkish Medical Oncology Association
- • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Metin Aran Award
- • Prolific Researcher
Medical Oncologist
Memorial Şişli Hospital
Associate Professor & Specialist
Performed by Prof. Dr. Çiğdem Usul Afşar
Cancer Treatment
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Prof. Dr. Çiğdem Usul Afşar
Çiğdem Usul Afşar has been practicing medicine since 2006, giving them over 19 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Professor of Medical Oncology and have built a focused career in medical oncologist.
Prof. Dr. Çiğdem Usul Afşar
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Prof. Dr. Çiğdem Usul Afşar
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Prof. Dr. Çiğdem Usul Afşar
Çiğdem Usul Afşar has been practicing medicine since 2006, giving them over 19 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Professor of Medical Oncology and have built a focused career in medical oncologist.
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