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Best Esophageal cancer Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — TOP 45

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Anadolu Medical Center
Bulent Karagoz

Bulent Karagoz

5.0 Excellent4 reviews
33 years of experience
Clinic is certified
 Planetree's Gold Certificate
International Accreditation System for Interventional Oncology Services (IASIOS)
Patient choice in Oncology & Hematology Oncology
+7
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

900+ procedures performed – Dr. Bülent Karagöz specializes in esophageal cancer at Anadolu Medical Center, with 33 years of experience of oncology experience.

  • Professor at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Medicine
  • Author of 40+ oncology research publications
  • Specializes in tumor biology and targeted therapies
  • Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association
Package price from$15,000

32 people have requested a quote last month

Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
Mustafa Solak

Mustafa Solak

5.0 Excellent1 review
20 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
Turkish Medical Association (Türk Tabıplerı Bırliği)
Turkish Medical Association
+3
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Dr. Mustafa Solak specializes in gastrointestinal cancers, with fellowship training at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute.

  • Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Deals with complex cases of esophageal and other gastrointestinal cancers
  • Trained at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
  • Associate Professor in Medical Oncology
Doctor's visit Price on request

55 people have requested a quote last month

Anadolu Medical Center
Eda Tanrikulu

Eda Tanrikulu

5.0 Excellent2 reviews
21 years of experience
Clinic is certified
 Planetree's Gold Certificate
International Accreditation System for Interventional Oncology Services (IASIOS)
Patient choice in Oncology & Hematology Oncology
+7
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

She ranked 3rd in Turkey's medical oncology entrance exam, demonstrating a top-tier command of cancer knowledge. She now practices at Anadolu Medical Center.

  • Board-certified specialist in medical oncology
  • Over 21 years of experience of experience since earning her medical degree
  • Served as head of the oncology unit at a major training hospital
  • Actively involved in international clinical trials for new cancer treatments
  • Fellowship-trained at Marmara University's Medical Oncology Department
Package price from$15,000
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
Kivanc Derya Peker

Kivanc Derya Peker

22 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
Turkish Medical Association (Türk Tabıplerı Bırliği)
Turkish Medical Association
+3
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Performed 400+ pancreatic and gastric cancer surgeries – Prof. Peker specializes in complex gastrointestinal cancers at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

  • Trained at Mayo Clinic in hepatopancreatobiliary surgery
  • Founder of Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery unit in Turkey
  • Expert in both surgical and endoscopic treatments
  • Additional research focus on cancer biology and stem cells
Doctor's visit Price on request

11 people have requested a quote last month

Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
Gorkem Turkkan

Gorkem Turkkan

17 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
Turkish Medical Association (Türk Tabıplerı Bırliği)
Turkish Medical Association
+3
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Assoc. Prof. Gorkem Turkkan has successfully completed over 2,500 radiotherapy sessions with the MR-Linac device, specializing in advanced radiation therapies.

  • Expert in stereotactic radiotherapy and MRI-guided treatments
  • Member of ESTRO and TROD, with 27 published articles
  • Completed clinical research at Maastricht University on thoracic radiotherapy
  • Associate Professor title awarded in February 2023
  • Specializes in treating esophageal, lung, and head and neck cancers
Doctor's visit Price on request
Before and after gastric bypass at Anadolu Medical Center – significant weight loss result
Before and after gastric bypass at Anadolu Medical Center – significant weight loss result
Before and after gastric bypass at Anadolu Medical Center – significant weight loss results
Abdulcabbar Kartal

Abdulcabbar Kartal

5.0 Excellent2 reviews
19 years of experience
650+ treatments performed
Clinic is certified
 Planetree's Gold Certificate
International Accreditation System for Interventional Oncology Services (IASIOS)
Patient choice in Oncology & Hematology Oncology
+7
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Specializes in minimally invasive techniques for esophageal cancer at Anadolu Medical Center, with extensive surgical training.

  • 19 years of experience of surgical experience, including in leading Turkish hospitals
  • Member of multiple prestigious surgical societies, including the European Society of Coloproctology
  • Trained in advanced laparoscopic and endoscopic procedures
  • Expertise in diagnostic and interventional endoscopy techniques
Package price from$15,000
Anadolu Medical Center
Vafi Atalay

Vafi Atalay

22 years of experience
Clinic is certified
 Planetree's Gold Certificate
International Accreditation System for Interventional Oncology Services (IASIOS)
Patient choice in Oncology & Hematology Oncology
+7
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Dr. Vafi Atalay is a colorectal and general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center. He developed the tube ileostomy technique to eliminate the need for ostomy-closure surgery. This method was published in the journal Colorectal Disease. Dr. Atalay specializes in pancreatic, colon, rectal, and liver cancers.

  • Winner of the Gold Medal Award at the Istanbul International Invention Fair.
  • Authored over 30 articles in national and international medical journals.
  • Received the Best Scientific Research Award from several surgical congresses.
  • Practices at a clinic affiliated with the top-ranked Johns Hopkins Hospital.
Package price from$15,000
Anadolu Medical Center
Banu Atalar

Banu Atalar

26 years of experience
Clinic is certified
 Planetree's Gold Certificate
International Accreditation System for Interventional Oncology Services (IASIOS)
Patient choice in Oncology & Hematology Oncology
+7
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Dr. Banu Atalar is a professor and radiation oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. She is an Honorary Fellow of the American College of Radiology (H.FACR). She completed a clinical research fellowship in stereotactic radiosurgery at Stanford University. Stereotactic radiosurgery and MR-guided adaptive SRS make up 75% of her clinical practice.

  • President of the Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology.
  • Chair of the ESTRO National Societies Committee.
  • Recipient of the ASCO International Development and Education Award.
  • Author of over 70 international peer-reviewed publications.
Package price from$15,000
Anadolu Medical Center
Huseyin Baloglu

Huseyin Baloglu

40 years of experience
Clinic is certified
 Planetree's Gold Certificate
International Accreditation System for Interventional Oncology Services (IASIOS)
Patient choice in Oncology & Hematology Oncology
+7
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Dr. Huseyin Baloglu is a pathologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Turkey. He leads liquid biopsy and precision oncology services. Dr. Baloglu holds a patent for molecular diagnostics in thyroid cancer treatment. He completed training at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Heidelberg University.

  • Authored over 600 peer-reviewed publications in molecular and surgical pathology.
  • Specializes in tumor biopsy, immunohistochemistry, and genetic mutation testing.
  • Treats complex oncological cases, including glioblastoma and rare sarcomas.
  • Works at Anadolu Medical Center, a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.
Package price from$15,000
Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital
Prof. Sezer Sağlam

Prof. Sezer Sağlam

27 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
International Organization for Standardization
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Prof. Sezer Sağlam is a medical oncology specialist with over 27 years of experience of experience in gastrointestinal oncology, focusing on esophageal cancer.

  • Professor of Medical Oncology since 2016
  • Specialized in gastrointestinal oncology at Istanbul University
  • Member of ESMO, ASCO, and Turkish Medical Oncology Association
  • Works at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital
Doctor's visit Price on request
Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital
Sefik Igdem

Sefik Igdem

30 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
International Organization for Standardization
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Professor Doctor Sefik Igdem specializes in radiation oncology, with a focus on head and neck cancers at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

  • Over 30 years of experience of experience in radiation oncology
  • Expert in conformal treatments for precise radiation therapy
  • Uses advanced Truebeam Stx and Halcyon technologies
  • Former professor at Demiroğlu Bilim University
Doctor's visit Price on request
Estexper Clinic
Yahya Ozel

Yahya Ozel

31 years of experience
12000+ treatments performed
Clinic is certified
Certification according to DIN EN ISO 9001 by TÜV NORD CERT
Given to the doctor International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) Сertificate
American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery
+7
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Dr. Yahya Ozel brings over three decades of surgical expertise, with specialized training in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery at Tokyo University Hospital.

  • Specializes in minimally invasive techniques for complex oncological cases
  • Certified in surgical endoscopy and advanced laparoscopic procedures
  • Academic faculty member who trains future surgeons
  • Works at prestigious institutions including Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
Doctor's visit Price on request
Medipol Bahçelievler Univesity Hospital
Abdullah Sakin

Abdullah Sakin

19 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Assoc. Dr. Abdullah Sakin leads the Medical Oncology Department at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, focusing on esophageal cancer.

  • Over 19 years of experience of experience in medical oncology
  • Previously served as Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University
  • Trained at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
  • Specializes in complex esophageal cancer cases
Package price from$4,000

44 people have requested a quote last month

Anadolu Medical Center
Sinan Karaaslan

Sinan Karaaslan

5.0 Excellent1 review
29 years of experience
Clinic is certified
 Planetree's Gold Certificate
International Accreditation System for Interventional Oncology Services (IASIOS)
Patient choice in Oncology & Hematology Oncology
+7
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Dr. Sinan Karaaslan is a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in treating breast, colorectal, and urogenital system cancers. Dr. Karaaslan brings clinical expertise from major institutions, including Medical Park and Gülhane Military Medical Academy. He works at a hospital affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

  • Holds personal certification from the European Society for Medical Oncology.
  • Treats complex conditions, including stage 4 colon and lung cancers.
  • Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology and Turkish Lung Cancer societies.
  • Performs systemic therapies such as immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and chemotherapy.
Package price from$15,000

40 people have requested a quote last month

Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
Suleyman Alici

Suleyman Alici

35 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
Turkish Medical Association (Türk Tabıplerı Bırliği)
Turkish Medical Association
+3
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Prof. Dr. Suleyman Alici specializes in esophageal cancer treatment at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. His expertise ensures precise and effective care for patients.

  • Professor with extensive experience in oncology
  • Treats complex esophageal cancer cases
  • Works at a renowned medical facility
Doctor's visit Price on request
Anadolu Medical Center
Yesim Yildirim

Yesim Yildirim

5.0 Excellent10 reviews
22 years of experience
Clinic is certified
 Planetree's Gold Certificate
International Accreditation System for Interventional Oncology Services (IASIOS)
Patient choice in Oncology & Hematology Oncology
+7
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Prof. Yildirim is a leading expert in cancer immunotherapy and targeted therapies, with extensive experience in gastrointestinal cancers at Anadolu Medical Center.

  • Specializes in esophageal cancer treatment with immunotherapy
  • Author of over 80 international publications and co-author of oncology handbooks
  • Member of ESMO and ESO – key European oncology associations
  • Academic professor at Halic University, training future oncologists
  • Fellowship-trained in Israel and UK for advanced oncology techniques
Package price from$15,000

16 people have requested a quote last month

Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
Rahib Hasanov

Rahib Hasanov

21 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
Turkish Medical Association (Türk Tabıplerı Bırliği)
Turkish Medical Association
+3
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Specialist Dr. Rahib Hasanov focuses on personalized oncology treatments, including advanced therapies like immunotherapies and targeted drugs.

  • Trained at Houston Methodist Hospital in the USA
  • Completed Medical Oncology fellowship at Marmara University
  • Specializes in gastrointestinal tumors, including esophageal cancer
  • Attends international congresses to stay updated on latest treatments
  • Treats patients from various countries, including Europe and the US
Doctor's visit Price on request
Anadolu Medical Center
Seref Komurcu

Seref Komurcu

5.0 Excellent1 review
33 years of experience
Clinic is certified
 Planetree's Gold Certificate
International Accreditation System for Interventional Oncology Services (IASIOS)
Patient choice in Oncology & Hematology Oncology
+7
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Dr. Seref Komurcu is a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in treating breast, lung, colorectal, and solid cancers. Dr. Komurcu holds both ECFMG and ESMO certifications. He previously served as a professor at Gülhane Military Medical Academy.

  • Published over 110 scientific papers on cancer management.
  • Provides immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and chemotherapy treatments.
  • Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology.
  • Works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.
Package price from$15,000
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
Dr. Sezer Saglam

Dr. Sezer Saglam

5.0 Excellent1 review
29 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
International Organization for Standardization
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Specializing in gastrointestinal oncology since 2001, Dr. Sezer Saglam brings extensive expertise in esophageal cancer treatment at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

  • Professor of Medical Oncology since 2016
  • Member of ESMO, ASCO, and Turkish Medical Oncology Association
  • Over 29 years of experience of experience in medical oncology
  • Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
Doctor's visit Price on request
Anadolu Medical Center
Mehmet Dogu Canoglu

Mehmet Dogu Canoglu

20 years of experience
Clinic is certified
 Planetree's Gold Certificate
International Accreditation System for Interventional Oncology Services (IASIOS)
Patient choice in Oncology & Hematology Oncology
+7
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Dr. Mehmet Dogu Canoglu is a radiation oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in precise tumor targeting using MR Linac and CyberKnife technologies. Dr. Canoglu trained at Kocaeli University. He previously served at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He treats various cancers, including complex brain, prostate, and lung tumors.

  • Expert in Varian TrueBeam and Trilogy radiation delivery systems.
  • Performs stereotaxic radiosurgery and targeted radiotherapy for sarcomas.
  • Works at Anadolu Medical Center, a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.
  • Treats patients at a clinic ranked among the world's top 10 for medical tourism.
Package price from$15,000

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#133 years of experienceEsophageal cancer immunotherapyFocuses on tumor immunology and targeted therapies – advancing treatment options. Author of 40+ research papers and professor in oncology.
Turkey
from $215
#220 years of experienceGastrointestinal cancersSpecializes in gastrointestinal cancers with training at MD Anderson. Associate Professor in Medical Oncology with extensive case experience.
Turkey
from $100
#321 years of experienceComplex chemotherapy and treatment plansRanked 3rd nationally for oncology specialization. Heads clinical trials and leads oncology units, offering access to the latest evidence-based protocols.
Turkey
from $215
#422 years of experienceComplex gastrointestinal cancersMayo Clinic-trained specialist with 400+ pancreatic/gastric cancer surgeries. Founded Turkey's HPB surgery unit and researches cancer biology.
Turkey
Price on request
#517 years of experienceAdvanced radiation therapy casesPioneer in MR-Linac treatments with 2,500+ sessions. Published researcher in thoracic radiotherapy and member of leading oncology societies.
Turkey
Price on request
#619 years of experienceMinimally invasive esophageal surgerySpecializes in laparoscopic and endoscopic approaches for esophageal cancer. Member of the European Society of Coloproctology and multiple other surgical associations.
Turkey
from $145
#727 years of experienceGastrointestinal oncologySpecialized in gastrointestinal oncology with decades of experience. Member of ESMO and ASCO, ensuring up-to-date treatment approaches.
Turkey
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#830 years of experienceHead and neck cancersSpecializes in radiation oncology with advanced Truebeam technology. Former professor at Demiroğlu Bilim University with focus on precise conformal treatments.
Turkey
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#931 years of experienceComplex hepatobiliary and pancreatic casesTrained under renowned experts at Tokyo University Hospital – specializes in minimally invasive techniques for challenging abdominal cancers. Certified in surgical endoscopy.
Turkey
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#1019 years of experienceComplex esophageal cancer casesLeads the Medical Oncology Department at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital. Previously headed Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University. Trained at Istanbul Okmeydanı.
Turkey
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