Best Gallbladder cancer doctors in Turkey: TOP 36 doctors

Dr. Bülent Karagöz is a top Turkish medical oncologist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in tumor biology and immunotherapy.

• Head of Medical Oncology at Anadolu Medical Center
• Professor at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Medicine
• Published over 40 papers in cancer research
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association

Dr. Tanrikulu has led international clinical trials in medical oncology and specializes in chemotherapy for digestive cancers.

• Has over 15 years of clinical experience in oncology
• Trained in medical oncology at Marmara University – a top-ranked program
• Served as the head of the medical oncology unit at a major research hospital
• Completed specialty training in both internal medicine and medical oncology

Ranked 1st in Turkey in the Medical Oncology Proficiency Exam – Dr. Keskin brings 28 years of expertise to gallbladder cancer treatment at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Specialized in Medical Oncology at Istanbul University Institute of Oncology
• Member of American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Received Best Poster Award at 19th National Cancer Congress
• Utilizes advanced treatments like chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy

Specializes in gastrointestinal cancers, including gallbladder cancer, with training at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute and MD Anderson Cancer Center.

• Completed fellowship at one of Turkey's top cancer institutes
• Worked with complex cases across multiple cancer types
• Received training at prestigious MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Practices at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental – a leading medical facility

Prof. Peker has performed over 400 pancreatic and gastric cancer surgeries, specializing 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 gallbladder and bile duct diseases surgery
• Performed over 200 liver surgeries

Professor Yildirim specializes in cancer immunotherapy and targeted therapies at Anadolu Medical Center. She co-authored the 'Handbook of Advanced Cancer Care Treatment'.

• Over a decade of medical oncology practice since joining the center in 2011
• Author of more than 80 international and national publications and books
• Treats gastrointestinal cancers including gallbladder cancer
• Holds an ESMO certification from the European Society of Medical Oncology
• Completed specialized training in London's Mount Vernon Cancer Center

Specialist Dr. Rahib Hasanov brings international expertise in oncology, trained at Houston Methodist Hospital and Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa.

• Completed Medical Oncology fellowship at Marmara University
• Specializes in personalized treatments including immunotherapies and targeted therapies
• Regularly treats patients from Europe, the US, and Middle Eastern countries
• Focuses on gastrointestinal system tumors, including liver–biliary tract cancers

Specialized in Medical Oncology since 2018 – Dr. Alemdar focuses on gallbladder cancer at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• 17 years of medical experience
• Trained at Akdeniz University – a leading institution in oncology
• Works with advanced treatment protocols
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association

Ozcan Yildiz specializes in neuroendocrine and rare tumors, with extensive research in gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors.

• Published 17+ peer-reviewed articles on cancer treatments
• Expertise in managing complex paraneoplastic syndromes
• Research focuses on advanced diagnostic and therapeutic approaches
• Works at Medipol Mega University Hospital – a leading oncology center

Prof. Sezer Sağlam specializes in gastrointestinal oncology with extensive experience in gallbladder cancer treatment at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Professor of Medical Oncology since 2016
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and ENET
• Over 15 years of experience in oncology

Prof. Sefik Igdem specializes in Radiation Oncology at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, using advanced technologies like Truebeam STX and Halcyons.

• Board-certified radiation oncologist with extensive experience
• Specializes in head and neck cancers and prostate cancer
• Utilizes conformal treatments for precision radiation therapy
• Professor at T.R. Demiroğlu Bilim University

Dr. Yahya Ozel brings extensive expertise in hepatobiliary surgery, trained under renowned experts at Tokyo University Hospital.

• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques for hepatobiliary diseases
• Certified in surgical endoscopy and advanced laparoscopic procedures
• Academic faculty member at Doğuş University, mentoring future surgeons
• Over three decades of surgical experience

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

• Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained in Medical Oncology at İstanbul Okmeydanı Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi
• Specialist in Internal Medicine from İstanbul Haseki Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi
• Extensive experience in oncology clinics across Turkey

Education and Expertise

Selcuk University Meram Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education

Dr.Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Anakara Oncology Training and Research Hospital Medical Oncology Specialization

Experience

Malatya State Hospital Internal Diseases Clinic

Ankara Oncology Hospital Medical Oncology Clinic

Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital Medical Oncology Clinic


AREAS OF INTEREST

Lung cancer

esophageal cancer

Gastric cancer

breast cancer

Gastrointestinal surgery

https://scholar.google.com.tr/citations?user=EDuylhoAAAAJ&hl=tr 

Specializing in radiation oncology, Dr. Kaplan focuses on treating gallbladder cancer at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Experienced in advanced radiation therapy techniques
• Part of a multidisciplinary team for comprehensive cancer care
• Works at a leading university hospital with state-of-the-art facilities

Dr. Ozden brings over 20 years of experience in internal medicine and medical oncology, with specialized training from Istanbul University.

• Completed medical oncology subspecialty at Kocaeli University
• Extensive experience in internal medicine across multiple hospitals
• Graduated from Istanbul University's English Medical Program

Dr. Ozatli is an Associate Professor specializing in breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers, with a strong focus on oncology at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

• Specializes in treating breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers
• Experience in multiple oncology departments across Turkey
• Promoted to Associate Professor in 2016
• Provides comprehensive cancer care at Istinye Liv University Hospital

Associate Professor Dr. Yusuf Acikgoz brings advanced oncology training from Ohio State University and leads specialized trials at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital.

• Co-investigator on international Phase III trials for gastric and gallbladder cancers
• Dual training in Medical Oncology and Internal Medicine
• Member of American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) since 2022
• Fluent in English with US Medical Licensing Examination certification

Specializes in complex surgeries for gallbladder cancer at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, with extensive training in pancreatic and bile duct procedures.

• Expert in oncological surgeries including gallbladder, pancreas, and bile duct cancers
• Performs bariatric and metabolic surgeries alongside cancer treatments
• Skilled in thyroid and breast cancer surgeries
• Handles gastric and colon cancer cases with surgical precision

Dr. Al is trained in advanced laparoscopic and oncological cancer surgery, with specialized education from top Turkish medical institutions.

• Completed specialized training in laparoscopic antireflux surgery at Çapa Faculty of Medicine
• Received advanced training in laparoscopic bariatric and oncological cancer surgery at Cerrahpaşa
• Has over 30 years of medical experience since graduating in 1991