Ercan Ozden

Dr. Ercan Ozden is a clinical oncologist and internal medicine specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital. He completed his medical training and residency at Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Ozden later earned a subspecialty in medical oncology at Kocaeli University.

Oncology Specialization

Dr. Ozden treats various malignancies using modern therapeutic protocols. He performs treatments for breast, lung, colon, and prostate cancers. The specialist also treats gastrointestinal cancers, including stomach, liver, and pancreatic tumors. He provides care for lung and colon cancer, specifically in stage 4 cases.

Advanced Therapies and Techniques

• Targeted therapy for lung cancer — treatment using drugs to identify and attack specific cancer cells
• Immunotherapy using agents like Keytruda (Pembolizumab) — medication that helps the immune system fight cancer
• Chemoembolization of the liver for primary or metastatic tumors — delivering chemotherapy drugs directly to a tumor through its blood supply
• Chemotherapy for solid tumors including sarcomas and carcinomas
• Cancer screenings and tumor marker analysis

Work Experience

• VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital – Medical Oncology
• Şırnak State Hospital – Medical Oncology
• 2010–2016 – Küçükçekmece Batı Bahat Hospital – Internal Medicine Specialist
• 2004–2010 – Bağcılar Private Safa Hospital – Internal Medicine Specialist

Education and Training

• 2016–2020 – Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Oncology Subspecialty
• 1999–2004 – Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine – Internal Medicine Residency
• 1992–1999 – Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine – MD, English Medical Program

Clinical Focus

The doctor performs various diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to treat oncology patients. He conducts biopsies for lung, liver, breast, and pancreatic tissues. Dr. Ozden also uses imaging including PET/CT and PET-MRI for accurate staging. His background in internal medicine informs his approach to treating side effects.