Sefik Igdem

Prof. Dr. Sefik Igdem is a radiation oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He treats head and neck cancers using TrueBeam STx and Halcyon technologies. Dr. Igdem is a Professor who uses high-precision conformal radiotherapy protocols. This method shapes radiation beams to match the tumor size and position.

Specialization and Clinical Focus

Dr. Igdem treats various oncological conditions with a primary focus on head and neck malignancies. He also treats prostate cancer with targeted methods to minimize side effects on healthy tissue. The specialist uses conformal radiotherapy to match radiation beams to the exact shape of the tumor.

His clinical practice includes the treatment of diverse illnesses:

• Gastrointestinal cancers including esophageal, stomach, pancreatic, and rectal tumors
• Neurological tumors such as glioblastoma, meningioma, and medulloblastoma
• Gynecological and urological cancers including cervical, ovarian, and bladder cancer
• Soft tissue and bone conditions like sarcoma, chordoma, and osteosarcoma
• Lung cancer and metastatic diseases in the liver or other organs

Advanced Technologies Used

Dr. Igdem uses the TrueBeam STx Technology for high-dose radiation delivery with sub-millimeter accuracy. This system allows for shorter treatment sessions while protecting critical organs. He also employs Halcyon systems. These systems streamline the radiotherapy process and improve patient comfort during sessions.

Work Experience

• Radiation Oncologist – Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, Istanbul
• Professor – T.R. Demiroğlu Bilim University
• Associate Professor – T.R. Demiroğlu Bilim University
• Medical Specialist – GATA Military Medical Faculty

Education and Training

• 1991 – Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine – Medical Degree
• 1996 – Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine – Radiation Oncology Specialization