Dr. Cihan Comba biography:

Dr. Cihan Comba is a distinguished gynecologist specializing in gynecological oncology, with a focus on minimally invasive surgical techniques. Born in 1985 in Amasya Merzifon, he completed his medical education at Ege University Faculty of Medicine in 2009. He then pursued his specialization in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, graduating in 2014.

Dr. Cihan Comba is recognized as a pioneer in VNOTES (vaginal natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery) in Turkey. He has developed and successfully performed surgeries combining VNOTES with sentinel lymph node techniques, marking the first application of this method worldwide.

Areas of Interest:

• Minimally invasive surgery: Focus on advanced minimally invasive surgical techniques that eliminate visible scarring, improving aesthetic outcomes and recovery times for patients.
• Ovarian Cancer: Expertise in the diagnosis, surgical treatment, and management of ovarian cancer, including complex tumor resection and fertility-preserving surgeries.
• Uterine Cancers: Specializes in the treatment of uterine cancers, including endometrial cancer, with a focus on individualized surgical approaches and postoperative care.
• Colposcopy: Skilled in performing colposcopy procedures to evaluate abnormal cervical findings, ensuring early detection and effective treatment of cervical dysplasia and cancer.
• Vulvar Cancer: Expertise in the diagnosis, surgical management, and follow-up care of vulvar cancer, with an emphasis on preserving function and minimizing morbidity.
• Menopause: Provides comprehensive care for women undergoing menopause, including hormonal and non-hormonal treatments to manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
• Endometriosis: Focuses on the diagnosis and surgical management of endometriosis, with expertise in preserving fertility and relieving symptoms for affected women.
• Genital Aesthetics: Specializes in genital cosmetic surgery to address both functional and aesthetic concerns, offering personalized treatments to enhance patients’ well-being and self-esteem.

Professional Experience:

• 2014-2016: Obstetrics and Gynecology Specialist at Sorgun Yozgat State Hospital, Yozgat, Turkey.
• 2016-2019: Gynecological Oncology Fellowship at Health Sciences University Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey.
• 2019: Observership in Gynecological Oncology at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, USA.
• 2019-2021: Gynecological Oncology Specialist at Health Sciences University Sultangazi Haseki Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey.
• Since August 2021: Gynecological Oncology Specialist at Istanbul Aydın University VM Medical Park Florya Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey.

Professional Memberships:

• European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO).
• Turkish Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
• Turkish Medical Association, Istanbul Branch.
• Turkish Society of Gynaecological Oncology.

Academic Achievements:

• Obtained the title of Associate Professor in 2022.
• Authored numerous scientific publications in international and national journals.
• Served as an editor for the Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics.