Mehmet Kefeli

Prof. Mehmet Kefeli is a distinguished academic at Ondokuz Mayıs University, School of Medicine, Department of Surgical Medical Sciences, and Medical Pathology Division. With a career spanning over two decades, he has held academic positions from Assistant Professor (2006-2011) to Professor (2017-present) and has undertaken clinical fellowships at institutions like University of Toronto’s UHN and MD Anderson Cancer Center. His research focuses on pathology, particularly endocrine tumors, cancer diagnostics, and molecular biomarkers.

• Education: Postgraduate and Expertise in Medicine, Ondokuz Mayıs University (1999-2004)

Research Interests

Kefeli’s work explores endocrine pathology, including thyroid and parathyroid tumors, adrenal cortical carcinoma, and gynecological cancers. He utilizes advanced imaging techniques like shear wave elastography and MRI, alongside immunohistochemical analysis, to improve diagnostic accuracy and prognostic evaluation. His studies often address oncological challenges such as distinguishing benign from malignant tumors and understanding metastatic patterns.

Publication Trends

Over 15 recent publications (2024-2019), Kefeli’s research emphasizes thyroid pathology (6/15), endocrine tumor biomarkers (5/15), and imaging diagnostics (4/15). Key themes include CXCR4 pathway analysis, PD-L1 expression, and metabolic phenotyping in adrenal tumors, reflecting his focus on molecular and imaging-based cancer research.

Labs & Collaborations

His work involves collaborations with international institutions such as University Health Network (Toronto) and MD Anderson. He contributes to projects in endocrine tumor genetics, imaging biomarkers, and immunohistochemical validation, with a strong emphasis on translational research bridging clinical practice and pathology.