Best Esophageal cancer doctors in Turkey: TOP 50 doctors

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

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

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

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

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

Dr. Vafi Atalay is an experienced oncological and general surgeon with 17 years in the field. He specializes in pancreatic, colon, rectal, and liver surgeries. He also performs advanced endoscopic procedures. Dr. Atalay has published 31 articles in national and international journals, making valuable contributions to medical literature.

He received the first prize at the 20th Congress Research Paper Competition. He also won the Best Research Award at the 5th Surgeon Research Congress. Dr. Atalay is a member of TSS, the Palestinian Medical Association, and IOA. His active involvement in these organizations shows his dedication to professional growth and surgical excellence.

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

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

Dr. Banu Atalar is a board-certified radiation oncologist (Türkiye, 2004). She is a Full Professor at Acibadem MAA University (2018–present) and a clinician at Anadolu Medical Center (2026–present). She trained at Istanbul and Cerrahpaşa. In 2011, she completed a Stanford clinical research fellowship in stereotactic radiosurgery. Her practice focuses on CNS, thoracic, and GI tumors. About 75% of her care involves SRS and MR‑guided adaptive SRS.

Her honors include the ASCO IDEA award (2004), the IASLC International Mentorship Award (2018), and H.FACR (2025). She has 72 international peer‑reviewed publications. Her leadership roles include President of the Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology (2025–27) and Chair of the ESTRO National Societies Committee (2024–27). She served on the ASCO Resource‑Stratified Guidelines Committee (2013–18) and on RSS meeting and nomination committees. She organized national congresses (2023, 2025) and has been an invited speaker at major meetings.

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 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

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

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 27 years of experience 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

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

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

The doctor specializes in managing breast cancer, colorectal, and urogenital system cancers. With extensive experience since 2014 at Anadolu Medical Center, the doctor has previously served at Medical Park Hospital, Kocaeli Derince Education and Research Hospital, and Erzurum Regional Education and Research Hospital. The doctor's military service included a role as a Medical Oncology specialist at Gülhane Military Medical Academy.

Educational achievements include a degree in general medicine from Istanbul University and specializations in internal medicine and medical oncology. The doctor is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, the Turkish Medical Oncology Society, and the Turkish Lung Cancer Society.

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

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

The doctor is an ECFMG and ESMO-certified medical and breast oncologist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in solid cancer, breast cancer, colorectal, and lung cancer treatment. Since 2016, the doctor has been a medical oncology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center.

The doctor graduated from Gülhane Military Medical Academy with a degree in general medicine and completed specialties in internal and medical oncology. The doctor has been a professor and associate professor at Gülhane Military Medical Academy, contributing significantly to medical education.

With over 110 papers on cancer management, the doctor is a member of several prestigious oncology organizations.

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