Near East University’s Cancer Genetics Research Center organised an expert meeting titled “Challenges and Proposed Solutions in Breast Cancer: From Diagnosis to Treatment” as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Moderated by Prof. Dr. Gamze Mocan, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, the event examined challenges in early diagnosis, treatment planning, surgical procedures, pathological examinations and access to cancer medications. The opening address was delivered by Assist. Prof. Dr. Burak Durmaz from the Department of Medical Biochemistry.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ömer Diker and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Polat Olgun discussed fundamental problems in breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. Prof. Dr. Hasan Besim addressed challenges in surgical treatment, while Dr. Hatice Germen Ünverdiexplained the pathologist’s role in diagnosing breast tumours. Pharmacist Birşen Günsel focused on difficulties in procuring and delivering cancer medications to patients.

More Information: https://neu.edu.tr/gathering-at-near-east-university-to-combat-breast-cancer/?lang=en