Best Esophageal cancer doctors in Turkey: TOP 43 doctors

900+ procedures performed – Dr. Bülent Karagöz specializes in esophageal cancer at Anadolu Medical Center, with 32 years 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

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 15 years 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

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

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

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

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

• 15+ years 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

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

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

Prof. Sadi Kerem Okutur has performed 1,100+ treatments at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, specializing in esophageal cancer.

• 20 years of experience in medical oncology
• Authored 20+ papers and 10 book chapters in oncology
• Recipient of the 2012 Oncology Research Award
• Member of European Society for Medical Oncology
• Associate professor with extensive academic background

Specializes in targeted cancer therapies and immunotherapy at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. Associate Professor in Medical Oncology with extensive training in the USA.

• Over 20 years of experience in medical oncology
• Expert in next-generation genetic research for cancer treatment
• Fellowship-trained in the USA at Akdeniz University
• Skilled in chemotherapy and complementary medicine approaches

Prof. Sezer Sağlam is a medical oncology specialist with over 20 years 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

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

• Over 10 years 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

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

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

• Over 25 years 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

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 20 years of experience in medical oncology
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University Oncology Institute

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

Specializing in gastrointestinal cancers, Dr. Sec brings extensive oncology experience to Medikalpark Hospital.

• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Published multiple research studies on gastrointestinal cancers
• Special interest in rare tumor treatments
• Represents specialist physicians in the Turkish Medical Oncology Association

Dr. Yildiz specializes in gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors, bringing deep expertise to complex esophageal cancer cases at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Over 10 years of experience in neuroendocrine tumors
• Published multiple studies on gastrointestinal cancers
• Works at a leading university hospital with advanced oncology facilities
• Active in clinical research on tumor treatments

Dr. Alemdar specializes in esophageal cancer treatment, with extensive training at Akdeniz University Hospital – a major oncology center.

• Board-certified in medical oncology since 2018
• Over 12 years of experience in medical oncology
• Member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology
• Practices at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex – a JCI-accredited facility

Specializes in thoracic surgery with a focus on esophageal cancer at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Experienced in various thoracic surgical techniques
• Works at a leading university hospital with advanced facilities
• Dedicated to patient-centered care