Gynecological Oncology
Prof. Dr. Hamdullah Sözen
1. **General Gynecology**:
- Routine gynecological examinations
- Pap smears and cervical screenings
- Management of menstrual disorders
- Treatment of infections and STDs
- Contraceptive counseling and procedures
2. **Pelvic Floor Disorders**:
- Treatment of pelvic organ prolapse
- Management of urinary incontinence
- Pelvic reconstructive surgery
3. **Minimally Invasive Surgery**:
- Laparoscopy
- Hysteroscopy
- Robotic-assisted surgery
4. **Benign Gynecological Conditions**:
- Treatment of fibroids
- Ovarian cyst management
- Endometriosis management
- Treatment of abnormal uterine bleeding
5. **Menopause Management**:
- Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
- Management of menopausal symptoms
- Osteoporosis prevention and treatment
Gynecological Oncology
1. **Cancer Diagnosis and Staging**:
- Diagnosis of gynecological cancers (cervical, ovarian, endometrial, vulvar, vaginal)
- Staging of cancer using imaging and biopsy
2. **Surgical Oncology**:
- Radical hysterectomy
- Pelvic exenteration
- Cytoreductive surgery for ovarian cancer
- Lymphadenectomy
3. **Chemotherapy and Targeted Therapy**:
- Administration and management of chemotherapy
- Use of targeted therapies and immunotherapy
4. **Radiation Oncology**:
- Coordination with radiation oncologists
- Management of brachytherapy
5. **Genetic Counseling and Testing**:
- BRCA mutation testing
- Lynch syndrome testing
- Counseling on hereditary cancer risks
6. **Palliative Care**:
- Pain management
- Symptom control
- End-of-life care planning
7. **Clinical Trials and Research**:
- Participation in and conduct of clinical trials
- Research on new treatments and surgical techniques
- Publications in medical journals
8. **Preventive Oncology**:
- HPV vaccination programs
- Risk-reducing surgeries (e.g., prophylactic oophorectomy)
- Screening programs for early detection
9. **Multidisciplinary Care**:
- Coordination with medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and other specialists
- Tumor board participation
- Comprehensive care planning for patients
10. **Advanced Diagnostic Techniques**:
- PET/CT scans
- MRI
- Advanced biopsy techniques (e.g., sentinel lymph node biopsy)
Education:
• 2011 - 2014: Post Doctorate of Medicine in Gynecological Oncology at Istanbul University.
• 2005 - 2011: Expertise in Medicine in Obstetrics and Gynecology at University of Health Sciences.
• 1999 - 2005: Undergraduate degree from the Faculty of Medicine at Akdeniz University.
Academic Appointments:
- **Current Position**:
- **Istanbul University Istanbul Hospital**: Dr. Sözen currently serves at this hospital, specializing in gynecology and obstetrics, with a focus on gynecological oncology
- **Previous Experience**:
- **Süleymaniye Training and Research Hospital**: From 2015 to 2016, Dr. Sözen worked at this renowned institution, enhancing his skills in medical knowledge and research activities
- **Liv Hospital Vadistanbul**: Involved in advanced surgical techniques and treatments for gynecological cancers, including endoscopic surgeries and managing cervical pathologies
Achievements:
- **Notable Contributions**:
- Dr. Sözen has made significant contributions to the fields of gynecological oncology and endoscopic surgery, managing complex gynecological cases and participating in advanced surgical treatments.
1. Karateke A, Akdemir Y, Kucukbas M, Sozen H, Cam C. Recurrent ischiorectal abscess secondary to transobturator tape erosion: an unusual chronic complication. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 2011;158(2):364-5.
2. Selek SB, Yumru Çeliksoy H, Kızıldağ Yırgın İ, Sözen H, Topuz S. A rare case of Growing Teratoma Syndrome; third recurrence after 13 years with liver metastases; a case report and review of the literature. Turk Jinekolojik Onkoloji Dergisi. 2024;24(1):34-39.
3. Çeliksoy HY, Cantürk MM, Sözen H, Çelik E, Baktıroğlu HM, Salihoğlu Y, et al. Comparison of transumbilical and periumbilical median incisions in ovarian cancer surgery. J Turk Ger Gynecol Assoc. 2023;24(4):271-276.
4. Çeliksoy HY, Sözen H, Baktıroğlu M, Topuz S, Salihoğlu Y. The etiology of adnexal masses in women with a history of non-gynaecological malignancy: recurrence, second, primary or none? J Turk Ger Gynecol Assoc. 2022;23(4):263-267.
5. Alanya Tosun S, Sozen H, Tefik T, Iyibozkurt A, Salihoglu Y. GIANT SIZED EXTRAVESICAL BLADDER LEIOMYOMA MIMICKING UTERINE CERVICAL LEIOMYOMA: A CASE REPORT WITH 8 YEARS' POSTOPERATIVE FOLLOW-UP AND A REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE. J Istanbul Fac Med. 2021;84(3):448-453.
6. Naziye AK, Paksoy N, Ferhatoglu F, Aydin E, Dogan I, Bektas E, et al. Evaluation of Prognostic and Predictive Values of Hemogram Parameters in Patients with Advanced Stage Ovarian Carcinoma. Turk Onkol Derg. 2021;36:438-445.
7. Celik E, Celik HG, Sozen H, Onder S, Baktiroglu M, Topuz S, et al. Does endometriosis have an effect on the survival of women with synchronous endometrial and ovarian cancer? J Endometr Pelvic Pain Disord. 2019;11(4):185-193.
8. Kaban A, Topuz S, Sozen H, Salihoglu Y. Comparison of Long-Term Survival Rates of Primary Surgery and Surgery After Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy in Ovarian Cancer. Istanbul Med J. 2019;20(2):88-93.