Dr. Tolga Tuncer, MD
Oncologist
At a glance
5.00 stars (8 reviews)
100% are satisfied with this provider ·
Works at Saint Luke's Cancer Specialists
Speaks English and German
1 other language spoken
5.00
8 reviews
Bedside manner
4.9
Wait time
4.8
Recent reviews
Dr. Tuncer saw me in the hospital. I never visited the office. He was very attentive to my situation. He attempted to be ahead of the game unlike his colleagues. Unfortunately since all of the group was not as assertive it actually slowed my recovery.
More than 1 year agoSH
I have been seeing Dr Tuncer for the past several years and find him to be very competent and thorough.
More than 1 year agoWH
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Popular visit reasons
Brain / Nervous System Cancer
Metastatic Cancer of Unknown Primary
Neuro-Oncology Consultation
Oncology Consultation
Brain / Nervous System Cancer
Metastatic Cancer of Unknown Primary
Neuro-Oncology Consultation
Oncology Consultation
More about Dr. Tolga Tuncer, MD
Tolga Tuncer is a skilled and caring hematologist, oncologist and radiation oncologist serving the communities of Kansas City, MO. Dr. Tuncer attended Ankara Üniversitesi Tip Fakültesi, where he received his medical degree. He completed residencies in internal medicine at the State University of New York, Upstate Medical University, the University of Massachusetts Medical School and St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, and in radiation oncology at the Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine and Ohio State University Hospital. He also completed his fellowships in radiation oncology at Lund University and at the University of Alabama, in neuro-oncology at Barrow Neurological Institute, and in hematology and oncology at the University of Arizona, Tucson.
Dr. Tuncer is a part of Saint Luke's Cancer Specialists. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, and Neuro-oncology.
Dr. Tuncer welcomes patients who speak English, German, and Turkish. His awareness of these different languages makes him accessible to patients from a variety of cultural backgrounds. Dr. Tuncer’s medical experience is vast and impressive. His areas of special interest include brain tumors, gliomas, spinal cord tumors, brain metastases, and central nervous system lymphoma.
Patients trust Dr. Tuncer’s expertise because he consistently provides high quality care that leads to positive and lasting health outcomes. He is sensitive to the uniqueness of each patient's situation and adapts his consultations and treatment options appropriately to accommodate individual needs and concerns.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Ankara Üniversitesi Tip Fakültesi
University of Massachusetts, Residency in Internal Medicine
St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Residency in Internal Medicine
Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, Residency in Radiation Oncology
Ohio State University Hospital, Residency in Radiation Oncology
University of Arizona, Tucson, Fellowship in Hematology and Medical Oncology
State University of New York, Upstate Medical University, Residency in Internal Medicine
Lund University, Fellowship in Radiation Oncology
Barrow Neurological Institute, Fellowship in Neuro-Oncology
University of Alabama, Fellowship in Radiation Oncology
Practice
Saint Luke's Cancer Specialists
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine
Medical Oncology (Internal Medicine)
Awards and publications
Ismet Sahinler, Haluk Erkal, Tolga Tuncer et al , The Turkish Journal of Gyneacologic Oncology , Endometrial cancer and an extraordinarily located bone metastasis: A case report 12/1999 , Volume: Vol. 2, Issue 4 , Pages: 51-56.
Theresa Rohr, MD; Tolga Tuncer, MD, Journal of General Internal Medicine Supplement , The eating order that was not: Colitis 4/2002 , Pages: COS ID Track# 51746
Tolga Tuncer, MD, Integrated Design and Process Technology, IDPT-2006 Invited Presentation , Entropic Interpretation of Carcinogenesis 6/2006 , Pages: 592-600.
Tolga Tuncer. MD, Cyrus Bateni.MD and Faryal Brousseau.DO , ACP Arizona Chapter Invited Poster , A case report: Cortical Blindness in a retroviral-naïve HIV patient 11/2006.
Tolga Tuncer, MD and Albert G. Wendt , MD , Saint Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center Internal Medicine Lecture , Overview of Colorectal Cancer 12/2006.
Background
Languages spoken
English
German
Turkish
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1477749380
Tolga Tuncer does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.75
Bedside manner
4.88
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8 reviews
Most relevant
I have been seeing Dr Tuncer for the past several years and find him to be very competent and thorough.
More than 1 year agoWH
Always make you feel at home an welcomed. Do there best to fulfill what I need
More than 1 year agoTM
Very good. Very comforting. Good information.
More than 1 year agoPB
Good! Easy to talk with.
More than 1 year agoHK
Excellent. They help get better.
More than 1 year agoBB
Dr. Tuncer saw me in the hospital. I never visited the office. He was very attentive to my situation. He attempted to be ahead of the game unlike his colleagues. Unfortunately since all of the group was not as assertive it actually slowed my recovery.
More than 1 year agoSH
More than 1 year agoPA
More than 1 year agoJB
What practice does Dr. Tolga Tuncer work with?
Dr. Tolga Tuncer works with Saint Luke's Cancer Specialists.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tolga Tuncer have?
Dr. Tolga Tuncer is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology (Internal Medicine).
What languages does Dr. Tolga Tuncer speak?
Dr. Tolga Tuncer speaks English, German, and Turkish.
How do patients rate Dr. Tolga Tuncer in reviews?
8 patients have reviewed Dr. Tolga Tuncer. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 4.88/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.75/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.