Colon cancer Doctors in test — Page 5

Professor Kyu Taek Lee is a top gastroenterologist specializing in pancreatic, bile duct, and gallbladder cancers at Samsung Medical Center.

• Trained at Stanford University School of Medicine
• Specialist in gastrointestinal endoscopy
• Member of The Korean Society of Gastroenterology

Leads the entire Oncology Center at Assuta Medical Center, bringing comprehensive coordination to your colon cancer care.

• Chief Physician overseeing all oncological services
• Practices as a specialist oncologist
• Works within a major, specialized medical center

Deputy Head of the Department of Oncology – a senior leadership role overseeing complex cancer care at the Rambam Medical Center.

• Specializes in treating patients with colon cancer
• Works at Rambam – a leading tertiary hospital in Israel
• Holds a senior position guiding treatment protocols and research

Dr. Beni Boursi is a leading oncologist at Sheba Medical Center. He founded the ECOG-ACRIN Microbiome Working Group. He specializes in treating gastrointestinal cancers using innovative microbial modulation. Dr. Boursi is board certified in internal medicine and medical oncology. He earned his medical degree with highest honors from Tel Aviv University.

• Completed oncology fellowships at the University of Pennsylvania.
• Trained in medical oncology at MD Anderson and Mayo Clinic.
• Developed predictive models for early colorectal and pancreatic cancer diagnosis.
• Published research on microbiome-oncology in the prestigious journal Science.

Performed over 15,000 surgical procedures, including 1,000 minimally invasive colon cancer operations annually at Hospital Quiron Barcelona.

• specializing in colon and rectal cancer
• Pioneered TaTME technique for rectal cancer – now trains surgeons globally
• President of the Association of Surgeons-Endoscopists in Europe
• World's first to perform gallbladder removal through the mouth

Dr. Raanan Berger is the Director of the Cancer Center at Sheba Medical Center. He was listed in Forbes Israel’s “Best Doctors” in 2025. Dr. Berger specializes in genitourinary oncology and radiates complex prostate tumors. He completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Institute.

• Heads the clinical research unit focusing on molecular oncology.
• Co-authored over 20 peer-reviewed papers on prostate cancer and BRCA mutations.
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Performs systemic therapy and radiotherapy at a Top-10 globally ranked hospital.

Dr. Emad Shash is a medical oncologist who has participated in over 70 oncology clinical trials. He serves as the Medical Director of the Breast Comprehensive Cancer Hospital at NCI. Dr. Shash specializes in systemic therapies, including chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy. He holds a Diploma in Hospital Quality Management and Patient Safety from JCI.

• Serves as an ESMO panel voting member and an ASCO committee member.
• Treats breast, gynecologic, genitourinary, thoracic, gastrointestinal, and rare cancers.
• Former research physician and medical lead at the EORTC in Brussels.
• Works at Shefaa Al Orman, an ESMO-accredited oncology center treating 6,000 patients annually.

Dr. Maha Yahia is a medical and hemato-oncologist at Shefaa Al Orman International Oncology Hospitals. She served as a Lieutenant Colonel physician in the Egyptian Armed Forces Medical Corps. Dr. Yahia specializes in treatment planning for breast, thoracic, and gastrointestinal cancers. She focuses on immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and complex chemotherapy protocols.

• Former Head of the Clinical Research Support Team at Maadi AFMC.
• Trained at the National Cancer Institute, Cairo University, in hemato-oncology.
• Treats genitourinary, gynecologic, and rare cancers alongside hematologic conditions.
• Works at an ESMO-accredited center that treats 6,000 patients annually.

Dr. Yaacov Lawrence is the Chair of Radiation Oncology at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in precision radiation therapy and neuro-oncology. Dr. Lawrence pioneered celiac plexus radiosurgery for pancreatic cancer pain management. He holds the FASTRO designation, one of the highest honors in his specialty.

• Leads the Gastrointestinal Cancer Program at Sheba Medical Center.
• Performs stereotactic radiosurgery for brain tumors and nervous system cancers.
• Authored over 280 scientific publications on personalized radiation protocols.
• Completed radiation oncology fellowship training at Thomas Jefferson University.

Prof. Jong Kyun Lee is among the best gastroenterologists in South Korea and Asia, specializing in pancreatic and bile duct cancers at Samsung Medical Center.

• Trained at Seoul National University and University of California
• Member of the Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
• Expert in pancreatitis and gallstones management
• Affiliated with the Korean Pancreatobiliary Association

Professor Mordechai Vias specializes in endocrinology at Assaf Harofeh Medical Center.

• Expert in hormonal aspects of colon cancer
• Professor with extensive academic background
• Works at a leading medical center in Israel

Dr. Alexander Beny runs the Gastrointestinal Malignant Service at Rambam Medical Center, bringing decades of focused expertise to colon cancer.

• Holds European and Israeli board certifications in oncology
• Director of the Gastrointestinal Malignant Service – specializing in digestive cancers
• Runs a dedicated Gastrointestinal Oncology clinic
• Completed advanced training in modern radiation therapy techniques
• Senior Physician in the Department of Oncology with extensive clinical experience

Board-certified surgical oncologist specializing in colon cancer at Galenia Hospital – trained at top Mexican institutions.

• Board-certified by Conacem until 2030
• Member of Sociedad Mexicana de Oncología
• University teacher at Universidad Anahuac since 2020
• Trained at Centro Medico Nacional 20 de Noviembre

Prof. Elke Jaeger is one of Germany's top oncologists, recognized by Focus magazine for 41 years of experience. She leads the Oncology and Hematology Center at Nordwest Clinic.

• 41 years of experience of experience in oncology and hematology
• Specializes in therapeutic individualized anti-tumor vaccines
• Performed over 1,100 procedures
• Professor of interdisciplinary oncology at Goethe University
• Member of the European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer

Dr. Tarkan specializes in complex surgeries for colon and stomach cancer, with a strong commitment to the latest advancements.

• Member of Turkish Bariatric Surgery Association
• Affiliated with International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
• Graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at Dicle University

Dr. Atakan Topcu is a medical oncologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating solid tumors including lung, breast, and colorectal cancers. Dr. Topcu is an Associate Professor with over 50 peer-reviewed scientific publications. He sits on the Editorial Board of the medical journal BMC Cancer.

• Expertise in immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and geriatric oncology care.
• Treats cancer-related malnutrition, cachexia, and sarcopenia.
• Maintains active membership in the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital specializing in advanced oncology treatments.

Dr. Ondzhel brings 24 years of experience of surgical experience and is a specialist in colon and rectal cancer surgery. He has performed approximately 1,100 procedures.

• Fellowship-trained in colorectal surgery at the renowned Cleveland Clinic in the USA
• Head of the Department of Surgery at Istanbul Medipol University
• Certified by the European Commission on Coloproctology and a Fellow of the American Society of Colorectal Surgeons
• Active researcher with publications on advanced laparoscopic techniques for rectal cancer
• Specializes in both oncologic and complex colorectal procedures

Specializes in surgical treatment of colon cancer and other abdominal oncological diseases at Dievo Surgery Center.

• Performs laparoscopic operations for various abdominal conditions
• Treats acute abdominal emergencies including intestinal obstructions
• Experienced in bariatric surgery and metabolic dysfunction

Assoc. Prof. Nail Paksoy specializes in colon cancer at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, with an ESMO Board Certification in Medical Oncology.

• Completed Medical Oncology Fellowship at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Participated in international clinical trials for gastrointestinal cancers
• Published research on treatment efficacy in metastatic colorectal cancer
• ESMO Board Certified in Medical Oncology

Over 500 successful minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures – Dr. Braun specializes in gastrointestinal surgery at Maria Cecilia Hospital.

• 27 years of experience of experience in gastrointestinal surgery
• Trained at Johns Hopkins University in hepatobiliary pancreatic surgery
• Member of SICOB and ACOI surgical societies
• Focuses on complex GERD cases and personalized treatment plans