Neolife Oncology Center in Istanbul, Turkey

• Internationally Accredited Quality: JCI accredited and ISO 9001-2015 certified center maintaining top global healthcare standards.

• Multidisciplinary Care Model: Collaborative evaluation via dynamic Multidisciplinary Tumor Councils for accurate diagnosis and personalized strategy.

• Advanced Theranostics & Radiotherapy: Equipped with high-precision linear accelerators (SRS, SBRT, IMRT, VMAT) and nuclear medicine therapeutics (Lutetium-177 PSMA / DOTA-TATE, Actinium-225 PSMA).

• Global Patient Infrastructure: Seamless end-to-end logistics support, including translation, transit, and accommodation for international medical travelers.

• Comprehensive Oncological Scope: Specialized pathways for lung, breast, prostate, colorectal, pancreatic, liver, kidney, stomach, thyroid, and ovarian cancers.

Did You Know?

Neolife Medical Center was a pioneer in Turkish healthcare as the first medical center in Turkey to achieve accreditation by Joint Commission International (JCI). Combined with advanced targeted radionuclide therapies like Lutetium-177 and Actinium-225, Neolife delivers European-caliber oncological care in the heart of Istanbul.

• Diagnostic Radiology: 3 Tesla MRI, Whole Body MRI, Multiparametric Prostate MRI, Scintigraphy, and PET/CT imaging.

• Surgical Oncology & Pathology: Expert surgical interventions backed by comprehensive medical genetics and histopathology.

• Gynecological & Reproductive Care: Oncological screening, fertility-preserving therapies, and pre/post-treatment women's health.

• Dermatological & Skin Management: Mole tracking, management of cutaneous lymphomas (mycosis fungoides), and specialized skin protection.

• Screening & Preventative Check-ups: Targeted early detection programs for high-risk populations.

Multidisciplinary Medical Specialists

Neolife's clinical team consists of recognized professors, associate professors, and senior physicians dedicated to oncology excellence and compassionate patient care.

• Dr. Nevit Dilmen (Radiology Specialist / Physician in Chief): Graduated from Istanbul University in 1990. Expertise in MRI, MR angiography, advanced "Colored MRI", and AI applications in medical imaging. Recipient of the 2018 Creative Physician of the Year award.

• Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Salih Iyikesici (Medical Oncology Specialist): Specializes in metabolically supported chemotherapy, ketogenic diet-supported cancer treatment, hyperthermia, hyperbaric oxygen, and management of breast, pancreatic, lung, and gastric cancers.

• Prof. Dr. Didem Karacetin (Radiation Oncology Specialist): Specialist in breast, prostate, gastrointestinal, brain, gynecological, and lung radiotherapy. Completed specialized training at Princess Margaret Hospital in Toronto, Canada; became Professor in 2021.

• Dr. Gonca Sarac (Gynecology and Obstetrics Specialist): Specialist in fertility-preserving cancer therapies, infertility, gynecological cancer screening, and reproductive health. Serving Neolife since 2011.

• Dr. Yusuf Ziya Benek (Radiology Specialist): Focuses on interventional radiology, thyroid imaging, and prostate diagnostics. Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine.

• Dr. Hasibe Muzeyyen Ozkilic (Dermatology Specialist): Clinical focus on mycosis fungoides management, skin cancer checks, mole screening, and dermatological procedures.

• Dr. Nesrin Aslan Ilkmen (Nuclear Medicine Specialist / Chief Physician & Operations Manager): Specializes in oncological imaging and nuclear medicine. Holds extensive certification in JCI quality management and hospital administration systems.

• JCI-Accredited Outpatient Infrastructure and Strict Clinical Protocols

• ISO 9001-2015 Quality Management Framework and Systematic Audits

• Multidisciplinary Tumor Board Consensus for Every Complex Oncology Case

• Precision Dosimetry and Quality Control Systems for Radiation Therapy

• Radiopharmaceutical Safety and Standardization for Theranostic Procedures

• End-to-End International Patient Support and Multilingual Navigation

• Continuous Medical Education (CME) Programs for Medical and Nursing Staff

• Individualized, Patient-Centered Care Planning Prioritizing Comfort and Wellbeing

• First JCI-Accredited Outpatient Center: Neolife pioneered internationally accredited outpatient cancer care in Turkey.

• Advanced Theranostics Hub: Offering cutting-edge radionuclide therapies such as Lutetium-177 and Actinium-225.

• Global Accessibility: Comprehensive multilingual assistance tailored for international patient requirements.

• Holistic Medical Ecosystem: Integrating systemic, radiation, surgical, and supportive therapies in one facility.

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1. What medical accreditations does Neolife Oncology Center hold?

Neolife Medical Center holds ISO 9001-2015 quality certification and was the first outpatient medical center in Turkey accredited by Joint Commission International (JCI).

2. What types of cancers are treated at Neolife Medical Center?

Neolife provides diagnostic and treatment services for a wide range of solid tumors and oncological conditions, including breast, lung, prostate, colorectal, pancreatic, liver, kidney, stomach, thyroid, and ovarian cancers.

3. What advanced nuclear medicine therapies are available?

The center provides targeted radionuclide therapies including Lutetium-177 PSMA, Lutetium-177 DOTA-TATE, Actinium-225 PSMA, and Radioactive Iodine Treatment.

4. How does the Multidisciplinary Tumor Board operate?

The Multidisciplinary Tumor Board brings together medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, surgical oncologists, radiologists, and nuclear medicine specialists to evaluate complex patient cases and determine the optimal personalized treatment strategy.

5. What support services are offered to international patients?

Neolife's International Patient Services team helps manage language translation, medical appointment scheduling, airport transfers, local accommodation, and ongoing post-treatment care coordination.

6. Which radiation therapy techniques are used at the center?

Neolife offers precise radiotherapy techniques including Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT), Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT), Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT), Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS), Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT), Brachytherapy, and Breath-Hold techniques.

7. Does Neolife offer advanced imaging for cancer diagnosis?

Yes, diagnostic capabilities include 3 Tesla MRI, Whole Body MRI, Multiparametric Prostate MRI, Ga-68 PET/CT, PET/CT, Scintigraphy, and specialized laboratory testing.

8. When was Neolife Medical Center established?

Neolife Medical Center was established in 2010 in Istanbul, Turkey, and later expanded internationally with centers in Bucharest (2013) and Iasi, Romania (2016).

9. Are innovative systemic treatment options available?

Yes, the Medical Oncology department offers modern systemic options including targeted therapy, immunotherapy, chemotherapy, and hormone therapy tailored to tumor biology.

10. How can an international patient request a medical consultation?

Patients can easily submit their medical reports and imaging through the PlacidWay platform to receive an initial evaluation and tailored treatment plan from Neolife's oncology team.