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Makishev Abay Kairgozhinovich
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Chair of Oncology
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Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor, Academician of the Academy of Clinical and Fundamental Medicine of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
He is a top-category oncologic surgeon, an active member of the Moscow Oncological Society and the Oncological Society of the Moscow Region, as well as a member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) and the Association of Directors of Oncology and Radiology Institutes of CIS and Eurasian Countries (ADIOR CIS & Eurasia).
He defended his clinical residency, candidate's and doctoral dissertations at the All-Russian Scientific Research Center of Oncology and Radiology, and the Russian Scientific Research Center named after N.N. Blokhin (Moscow).
In 2009, he underwent professional training at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), Boston, USA, one of the leading global centers of clinical medicine and biomedical research.
Awards:
- Breastplate “Excellence in Healthcare of the Republic of Kazakhstan” (2006)
- Breastplate “For Contribution to Healthcare of the Republic of Kazakhstan” (2018)
- Certificate of Merit of the Presidential Affairs Administration (2003)
- Certificate of Merit of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan (2003)
- Certificate of Merit of the Central Military Hospital of the National Security Committee (2008)
- Breastplate of the Central Council of the Healthcare Workers’ Trade Union (2021)
- Diploma “Best Doctor of Astana Medical University” in surgery (2021)
- Diploma “Best Doctor of Astana Medical University” in surgery (2022)
Professor Makishev is a leading expert in oncologic surgery and performs extended and combined surgical interventions for malignant tumors of various localizations, including:
- laryngeal and thyroid cancer
- lung and esophageal tumors
- gastric, colon, and rectal cancer
- pancreatic and hepatic tumors
- tumors of the kidney, ureters, bladder, and prostate
- breast cancer
- gynecological malignancies and soft-tissue neoplasms
• tumors of the female genital organs and soft tissues.
Abay Kairgozhinovich Makishev is one of Kazakhstan’s foremost oncologists, Professor, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Academician of the Academy of Clinical and Fundamental Medicine, and Head of the Department of Oncology at Astana Medical University. His professional career spans more than four decades of service to medicine and the development of national oncology.
He graduated from the Tselinograd State Medical Institute in 1982 with a degree in General Medicine and completed a surgical internship at the Kokshetau City Hospital (1982–1983).
His total medical experience is 43 years, of which 39 years are devoted to oncologic surgery.
He began his clinical career as a surgeon at the Chkalov District Hospital and later worked in the emergency surgical service of the Kokshetau City Hospital.
Since 1986, Abay Kairgozhinovich worked as a surgical oncologist at the Kokchetav Regional Oncology Dispensary.
In the same year, he completed primary specialization in oncology at the Irkutsk State Institute for Doctors’ Advanced Training.
In 1988, he entered the targeted clinical residency at the All-Union Oncological Scientific Center (AOSC) of the Academy of Medical Sciences of the USSR in Moscow, which he completed in 1990.
In 1991 he successfully defended his PhD thesis on the topic:
"Leukocyte antigens on epithelial and lymphoid cells of gastric tumors"
and was left as a surgeon in the abdominal oncology department of the Research Institute of Clinical Oncology of the All-Russian Scientific Research Center of the USSR Academy of Medical Sciences.
From 1991 to 1994, Professor Makishev worked as a surgeon, deputy chief physician of the oncology dispensary, and chief surgeon of the Department of Health of the Kokchetav Regional Administration.
In 1995, he entered the doctoral program at the N.N. Blokhin Russian Cancer Research Center (Moscow) and, in 1997, defended his doctoral dissertation:
“Surgical Treatment of Recurrences of Cardioesophageal Cancer.”
Scientific advisor — Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, President of the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences, Professor Mikhail Ivanovich Davydov.
After the relocation of the capital to Akmola in 1997, Professor Makishev was invited to lead the newly established Department of Oncology at the Akmola State Medical Academy.
Under his leadership, a wide range of modern approaches to surgical, radiation, and systemic treatment of cancer were introduced. On the basis of the city oncology dispensary and the department, he and his team implemented advanced methods of treating malignancies of:
- the larynx
- lungs
- esophagus
- stomach
- liver and pancreas
- colon and rectum
- kidneys
- bladder
- female reproductive system
- breast
These advancements contributed to:
- improved survival outcomes
- reduced cancer-related mortality
- development of high-level oncology care in Astana
Professor Makishev conducts extensive consultative practice in medical institutions of Astana and provides assistance to patients from Akmola, North Kazakhstan, and other regions.
He actively publishes in Kazakhstani and international journals, participates in global oncology congresses, and collaborates with leading oncology centers, including the Moscow Oncology Center.
In 2009, he completed professional training at Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, USA.
In 1999, at the initiative of the Government of Kazakhstan, the Branch of the Kazakh Research Institute of Oncology and Radiology (KazRIOR) was opened in Astana, where Professor Makishev served as Acting Director until 2006.
He also held the positions of:
- Dean of the Faculty of Continuing Medical Education (2002)
- Chief Physician of the Astana Oncology Dispensary (2008–2010)
He served as:
- Non-staff Chief Oncologist of Astana
- Consultant to the Medical Centers of the Presidential Administration, National Research Medical Center, Committee for National Security, Ministry of Defense, and Ministry of Internal Affairs.
Under his leadership, the department has trained:
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4 Candidates of Medical Sciences
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3 PhD doctors
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13 Masters
- 110 Residents
Currently, he supervises:
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6 PhD doctoral students
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1 Master's student
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28 residents
Bekisheva Aizhan Tanirbergenovna
is an associate professor of the oncology department, head teacher, PhD, Master of Medical Sciences, and oncologist of the highest category.
is an associate professor of the oncology department, head teacher, PhD, Master of Medical Sciences, and oncologist of the highest category.
She is responsible for organizing the educational process and teaching oncology-related disciplines. She develops innovative teaching formats, including simulation-based training and online learning modules.
Main areas of work:
- organization of the educational process;
- oncology education;
- innovative teaching methodologies;
- expert in monitoring the implementation of scientific and technical projects and programs;
- expert of IAAR;
- trainer in innovative CBL methodology;
oncological rehabilitation and nutritional support
Zhakipbaev Kasym Adilkasymovich
is an associate professor of the oncology department, a candidate of medical sciences, and oncologist of the highest category.
is an associate professor of the oncology department, a candidate of medical sciences, and oncologist of the highest category.
Specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of malignant tumors of various locations. Participates in the training of residents and implements modern surgical techniques and interdisciplinary approaches in the clinic.
Main areas of work:
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oncosurgery;
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diagnosis of malignant tumors;
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modern methods of treatment;
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clinical training of specialists.
Mauletbaev Marat Serikovich
Associate Professor of the Oncology Department, PhD, surgeon-oncologist of the highest category
Associate Professor of the Oncology Department, PhD, surgeon-oncologist of the highest category
A specialist in oncologic dermatology and surgical oncology. He performs treatment of skin tumors, melanoma, Kaposi’s sarcoma, cutaneous lymphomas, and Merkel-cell carcinoma. He is actively involved in research on early diagnosis of skin malignancies.
Main areas of work:
· oncologic dermatology;
· dermatoscopy;
· surgical treatment of cutaneous neoplasms;
diagnosis and treatment of melanoma.Akhmedin Darkhan Nagiskhanovich
Assistant of the Department of Oncology, top-category oncologic surgeon, PhD doctoral student.
Assistant of the Department of Oncology, top-category oncologic surgeon, PhD doctoral student.
Specializes in head and neck oncologic surgery. Provides treatment of malignancies of the oral cavity, pharynx, larynx, thyroid gland, and facial skin. Proficient in organ-preserving and reconstructive surgical techniques.
Main areas of work:
- head and neck surgery;
- reconstructive surgery;
- thyroid oncology;
- prevention of complications and rehabilitation;
- prevention and treatment of lymphedema.
Kukanova Asiya Maratovna
Assistant of the Department of Oncology, Master of Medical Sciences, first-category oncologist, PhD doctoral student.
Assistant of the Department of Oncology, Master of Medical Sciences, first-category oncologist, PhD doctoral student.
Breast oncologist, leading consultant at “Alanda” clinic. Specializes in prevention, early diagnosis, and treatment of breast diseases, and performs a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Main areas of work:
· breast oncology (mammology);
· ultrasound diagnostics and interpretation of mammography;
· ultrasound-guided biopsies and aspirations;
· support in IVF programs;
management of breast diseases during lactation.
Aytbaeva Aliya Armanovna
Assistant of the Department of Oncology, Master of Medical Sciences, first-category oncologist.
Assistant of the Department of Oncology, Master of Medical Sciences, first-category oncologist.
A specialist in palliative care and oncological rehabilitation. Works on management of pain syndrome and complications of cancer treatment, and serves on the expert committee for medical and social evaluation.
Main areas of work:
- palliative oncology;
- oncological rehabilitation;
- management of therapy-related complications;
- expert activities related to medical and social evaluation (MSE).
Dzhantemirova Nazgul Maratovna
Assistant of the Department of Oncology, Master of Medical Sciences, first-category oncologist, PhD doctoral student.
Assistant of the Department of Oncology, Master of Medical Sciences, first-category oncologist, PhD doctoral student.
Engages in clinical practice and research-teaching activities. Specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of malignant skin tumors and surgical management of benign and malignant breast tumors.
Main areas of work:
- oncologic dermatology;
- dermatoscopy;
- surgery of cutaneous tumors;
- diagnosis and surgical treatment of breast diseases.
Yerkezhan Beybitovna Gazizova
Assistant of the Department of Oncology, oncologic surgeon, head and neck tumor specialist, PhD doctoral student.
Assistant of the Department of Oncology, oncologic surgeon, head and neck tumor specialist, PhD doctoral student.
Specializes in surgical oncology of the head and neck. Proficient in fluorescence-guided diagnostics and participates in the development of navigation algorithms and lymphedema-prevention strategies.
Main areas of work:
· head and neck oncologic surgery;
· fluorescence diagnostics;
· thyroid oncology;
prevention of complications and rehabilitation.
Bogaychuk Andrey Andreevich
assistant of the oncology department, oncologist-chemotherapist.
assistant of the oncology department, oncologist-chemotherapist.
Diagnoses and treats patients with breast, lung, and esophageal tumors, as well as lymphomas. Specializes in individualized chemotherapy regimens and side effect management.
Main areas of work:
· chemotherapy;
· individual selection of treatment;
· treatment of solid tumors and lymphomas;
· educational activities.
Өtep Mukhtar Kurmantayuly
assistant of the department of oncology, oncologist, 1st year master's student.
assistant of the department of oncology, oncologist, 1st year master's student.
He works as a surgical oncologist at the Astana Multidisciplinary Medical Center. He diagnoses, treats, and monitors patients with various malignancies.
Main areas of work:
· oncosurgery;
· tumor diagnostics;
· dispensary observation;
management of patients with different tumor localizationsErnazarova Gulzira Eleusizovna
Laboratory Assistant of Department Oncology
Laboratory Assistant of Department Oncology
• Organizing and distributing the department's educational and methodological materials;
• Assigning students and residents to classrooms and supporting the educational process;
• Monitoring student and faculty attendance;
• Maintaining current department documentation and accounting logs.No staff found.
