Best Liver cancer stage 4 doctors in Istanbul: TOP 33 doctors

Author of 40+ peer-reviewed publications in tumor biology/immunology and systemic therapy (immunotherapy and targeted therapy); member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association and the European Head & Neck Society.

Why patients choose Dr. Bülent Karagöz:

• Treatment based on U.S. protocols through Anadolu Medical Center’s strategic collaboration with a leading U.S. institution — Johns Hopkins Medicine.
• 40+ scientific publications in tumor biology/immunology and systemic therapy (immunotherapy and targeted therapy).
• Former department head (GATA) and professor/department chair (Okan University, Turkey) — leadership and clinical experience at major centers.
• Treats solid tumors (e.g., breast, lung, colorectal), applying modern regimens guided by tumor biology.
• Anadolu Medical Center holds ESMO designation and JCI accreditation — meaning the doctor treats according to international protocols, within a multidisciplinary team, with strict safety oversight.

900+ treatments performed – Dr. Serkan Keskin ranked first in Turkey's Medical Oncology Proficiency Exam.

• 28 years of experience treating various cancers
• Specializes in chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy
• 42 articles published in international journals
• Active member of ASCO and ESMO
• Best Poster Award at 19th National Cancer Congress

Dr. Eda Tanrikulu specializes in medical oncology and chemotherapy at Anadolu Medical Center, affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Completed medical oncology training at Marmara University
• Ranked 3rd in Turkey for minor specialty exam
• Led medical oncology unit at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Involved in international clinical studies in medical oncology

Dr. Solak specializes in gastrointestinal cancers, trained at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute and MD Anderson Cancer Center.

• Board-certified in oncology with extensive experience in liver cancer cases
• Fellowship-trained at one of the world's leading cancer centers
• Works with advanced treatment protocols for stage 4 cancers
• Member of oncology teams at top hospitals in Turkey

Prof. Peker has performed over 200 liver surgeries and specializes in Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Trained at Mayo Clinic in Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery
• Founder of the Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery unit at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• Specializes in Liver Cancer Surgery among other complex procedures
• Holds a doctorate in Medical Biology focusing on cancer biology

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdulcabbar Kartal is a distinguished colorectal and general surgeon practicing at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. With over 17 years of surgical experience, he specializes in colorectal surgery, HIPEC (hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy) for peritoneal cancers, bariatric surgery, and minimally invasive procedures.

Dr. Kartal graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 2007 and completed his general surgery specialization at Istanbul Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital (2007-2013). He served as Assistant Professor at Istanbul Okan University (2016-2020) before receiving his Associate Professor title in 2020. In 2021, he earned the prestigious FEBS-C certification from the European Society of Coloproctology and became a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).

Dr. Kartal has published over 40 articles in international peer-reviewed journals and is an active member of the Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery, European Society of Coloproctology, and Turkish Surgical Association.

Prof. Hüseyin Baloğlu is a pathology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center in Gebze, Kocaeli, Turkey. He focuses on molecular pathology, surgical pathology, and tumour biopsy and diagnostics.

Education and accreditations: MD, GATA Medical School (1986). Pathology specialty training, GATA (1992). Associate Professor (Doçent), GATA (2004). Visiting scholar at Albert Einstein College of Medicine (New York) and Heidelberg University.

Achievements: author of over 600 peer‑reviewed publications. Holds a patent in molecular diagnostics for thyroid cancer. Leads liquid biopsy and precision oncology services.

Prof. Sezer Sağlam leads the Medical Oncology Department at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, specializing in liver cancer care.

• Professor in Medical Oncology with extensive training in gastrointestinal oncology
• Member of prestigious societies including ESMO and ASCO
• Over 20 years of experience in medical oncology
• Special focus on liver and gastrointestinal cancers

Professor Doctor Sefik Igdem specializes in radiation oncology, with advanced training in Truebeam Stx and Halcyon technologies at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Expert in head and neck cancers and prostate cancer
• Uses conformal treatments for precise radiation therapy
• Associate Professor and later Professor at Demiroğlu Bilim University
• Trained at Istanbul University's Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Assoc. Dr. Abdullah Sakin leads the Medical Oncology Department at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, specializing in liver cancer.

• Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained in Medical Oncology at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Over a decade of experience in oncology and internal medicine
• Previously served as Education Officer at Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Hospital

Dr. Yahya Ozel specializes in hepatobiliary surgery with training at Tokyo University Hospital under experts M. Makuuchi and N. Kokudo.

• 30+ years of experience in general surgery with a focus on liver conditions
• Trained in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery techniques
• Holds certifications in surgical endoscopy and minimally invasive procedures
• Served as faculty at Doğuş University, training future surgeons
• Works at Estexper Clinic, bringing expertise from major Istanbul hospitals

Dr. Sinan Karaaslan — Medical Oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center (since 2014). He treats breast, colorectal, and genitourinary cancers; in medical oncology since 2003. Member of the Turkish Medical Association, the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology, and the Turkish Lung Cancer Society.

Why patients choose and trust Dr. Karaaslan:

• Manages complex cases of breast, colorectal, and genitourinary cancers — applies modern systemic therapy tailored to the tumor type and stage.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association, the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology, and the Turkish Lung Cancer Society.
• Author of numerous peer-reviewed articles and patient education materials on chemo- and immunotherapy.
• Practices at a center with ESMO Designated Centre status and JCI accreditation, within a strategic collaboration with Johns Hopkins Medicine International — one of the leading U.S. medical institutions. For patients, this means care aligned with U.S. protocols and the use of advanced equipment.

Professor Yildirim is a medical oncology specialist and professor who co-authored international handbooks on precision cancer care.

• 13+ years at Anadolu Medical Center's oncology department
• Specializes in immunotherapy and targeted therapies for cancer
• Authored or co-authored over 80 international publications and books
• Member of the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Professor and lecturer at Halic University in Istanbul

Prof. Şeref Kömürcü is an ECFMG and ESMO-certified medical and breast oncologist with over 20 years of experience. He specializes in solid cancer, breast cancer, colorectal and lung cancer treatment and has held teaching and scientific positions throughout his career. He is a member of several professional organizations.

Specialist Dr. Rahib Hasanov brings international experience from Houston Methodist Hospital and focuses on personalized oncology treatments, including immunotherapies and targeted therapies.

• Completed Medical Oncology fellowship at Marmara University
• Specializes in gastrointestinal and liver–biliary tract tumors
• Attends national and international oncology congresses regularly
• Works with patients from diverse regions including Europe and the US

Dr. Mehmet Doğu Canoğlu is a radiation oncologist. He graduated from Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his residency in radiation oncology at Kocaeli University from 2006 to 2012.

He completed his compulsory service at Diyarbakır Training and Research Hospital. He then worked at Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital and at Medipol Mega University Hospital from 2015 to 2017. Since 2017, he has been a radiation oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center.

Professor of Medical Oncology with a focus on gastrointestinal cancers – Dr. Sezer Saglam leads the department at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• 20+ years specializing in medical oncology
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and ENET societies
• Expert in advanced liver cancer treatments

Dr. Yildiz has published extensively on liver cancer and neuroendocrine tumors, with research featured in Medical Oncology and other prestigious journals.

• Specializes in gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors
• Published 17+ peer-reviewed articles on oncology
• Works at Medipol Mega University Hospital
• Experienced in complex cancer cases

Associate Professor Tahsin Ozatli specializes in breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

• Over 15 years of experience in oncology
• Internal Medicine Specialist at Malatya State Hospital
• Served at Ankara Oncology Clinic and Erzurum Regional Training Hospital
• Studied medicine at Selcuk University