Assoc. Prof. Dr.
EMRE YEKEDÜZ

My scientific curiosity and introduction to analytical thinking in biology began with the education I received at Ankara Science High School (Ankara Fen Lisesi). This mindset formed the foundation of my professional journey as I pursued my medical education at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, my Internal Medicine residency at Hacettepe University, and my Medical Oncology fellowship at Ankara University. Throughout my education and professional career, I have consistently aimed to integrate clinical practice with scientific research.

My academic and clinical work in oncology has primarily focused on immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and personalized oncology approaches. In line with this focus, I worked for nearly two years as a postdoctoral researcher at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Harvard Medical School, where I played an active role in international multicenter projects.

I am currently serving as a faculty member in the Division of Medical Oncology at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, where I conduct clinical practice, research, and education in parallel. In my clinical work, I prioritize evidence-based, up-to-date, and patient-centered approaches, while in my academic research I aim to generate scientific answers to questions arising directly from clinical needs. Throughout this process, I adopt an approach that emphasizes not only the disease but the patient as a whole, prioritizing trust-based and transparent communication. By recognizing each patient’s unique journey, I value jointly evaluating the most appropriate and accessible treatment options in light of the best available scientific evidence.