Shahana Hajiyeva
Baku
Summary
A dedicated Oncology Specialist (Board Certification expected Nov 2026) and Medical Advisor at Zula Med, combining extensive clinical experience in Medical and Surgical Oncology with strategic scientific consultancy. Expert in ICD-11 medical classification and data standardization. Passionate about translational research in CAR T-cell therapy, focusing on enhancing T-cell fitness, mitochondrial resilience, and overcoming metabolic barriers in solid tumors.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Medical Advisor
Zulamed.ai
Dubai
02.2025 - Current
- Providing medical oversight for oncology-related projects and ensuring alignment with international clinical guidelines (ESMO/ASCO).
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to evaluate emerging oncological therapies and diagnostic tools
- Serving as a key scientific expert, bridging the gap between clinical research and therapeutic applications.
- Standardized Medical Classification: Expertly utilizing ICD-11 (International Classification of Diseases, 11th Revision) for precise clinical coding, mortality/morbidity reporting, and oncology data standardization.
Resident Oncologist
Oncology Clinic of Azerbaijan Medical University
Baku
10.2021 - Current
- Medical Oncology: Leading systemic treatment strategies (chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy) for solid tumors, with a major focus on breast and lung cancer.
- Head and Neck Surgical Oncology: Specialized rotation in the surgical management of complex head and neck malignancies. Assisted in tumor resections and gained deep insights into the physical and vascular complexity of solid tumor tissues.
- Interdisciplinary Management: Actively participating in multidisciplinary tumor boards to coordinate complex surgical and systemic care plans.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Pediatric Oncology
National Oncology Center
BakuHospitation - Oncology And Hematology
University Hospital of Magdeburg
Magdeburg, Germany08-2025
Some College (No Degree) - IBUS Breast Imaging School Course
Oncology Clinic of Azerbaijan Medical University
BakuSome College (No Degree) - Radiotherapy
National Oncology Center
BakuBachelor of Arts - General Medicine Faculty
Azerbaijan Medical University
Baku07-2019
Hospitation - Emergency
Okmeydani Hospital
Istanbul, Turkiye07-2016
Skills
- Oncology treatment
- Targeted Therapy Knowledge
- Surgical Oncology Skills
- Clinical research
- ICD-11 knowledge
- Team collaboration
Languages
Azerbaijani
Native
Native
Turkish
Proficient (C2)
C2
Russian
Advanced (C1)
C1
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1
German
Elementary (A2)
A2
Certification
Certificate of the 2nd international Congress of Azerbaijan Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Timeline
Medical Advisor
Zulamed.ai
02.2025 - Current
Resident Oncologist
Oncology Clinic of Azerbaijan Medical University
10.2021 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Pediatric Oncology
National Oncology Center
Hospitation - Oncology And Hematology
University Hospital of Magdeburg
Some College (No Degree) - IBUS Breast Imaging School Course
Oncology Clinic of Azerbaijan Medical University
Some College (No Degree) - Radiotherapy
National Oncology Center
Bachelor of Arts - General Medicine Faculty
Azerbaijan Medical University
Hospitation - Emergency
Okmeydani Hospital