Best Pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors Pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors in Turkey: TOP 41 doctors

Dr. Bülent Karagöz specializes in tumor immunology and targeted therapies for pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Over 33 years of experience of experience in medical oncology
• Professor at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Medicine
• Former head of Medical Oncology at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital
• Published over 40 research papers in cancer studies
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association

1,100+ cancer treatments performed by Dr. Solak, a specialist in neuroendocrine tumors at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• 20 years of experience of clinical oncology experience
• Trained at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Specialized fellowship at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
• Experienced with complex gastrointestinal cancers

Specializes in medical oncology with a focus on pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Completed medical oncology training at Marmara University
• Ranked 3rd in Turkey's minor specialty exam
• Led international clinical studies in oncology
• Former head of medical oncology at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital

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Prof. Kivanc Derya Peker has performed over 400 pancreatic cancer surgeries and trained at the Mayo Clinic's Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery Clinic.

• Specializes in pancreatic and liver diseases surgery
• Founder of the Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery unit at Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• Completed a fellowship at Mayo Clinic, USA
• Performs advanced endoscopic treatments

Assoc. Prof. Gorkem Turkkan has performed over 2,500 radiotherapy sessions using advanced MR-Linac technology.

• Specializes in stereotactic radiotherapy and MRI-guided treatments
• Member of European Society of Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO) since 2015
• Associate Professor with 27 published articles in medical journals
• Received clinical training at Maastricht University's renowned radiation oncology department

The doctor graduated from Istanbul University, Istanbul Medicine Faculty in 2007 and completed a specialization in surgery at Sisli Etfal Education and Research Hospital in 2013. Further advancing their expertise, they joined the General Surgery Clinic at Istanbul Okan University in 2020.

With extensive experience in various medical institutions, the doctor has worked at Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital, Siverek State Hospital, and Anadolu Medical Center. They are a member of several prestigious organizations, including the European Society of Coloproctology and the Turkish Surgical Society.

The doctor holds numerous certifications, such as the Turkish Surgical Association Qualification Certificate and has completed advanced courses in endoscopy, bariatric surgery, and laser techniques for hemorrhoidal diseases.

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 specializes in pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, with extensive experience in gastrointestinal oncology.

• Professor of Medical Oncology since 2016
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University
• Member of ENET, ESMO, and ASCO
• Attending physician in Gastrointestinal Oncology

Dr. Yahya Ozel trained in Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery at Tokyo University Hospital under renowned experts M. Makuuchi and N. Kokudo.

• Specializes in endocrine and oncological surgery with over 31 years of experience of experience
• Expert in minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic surgical techniques
• Holds certifications in surgical endoscopy including the Turkish Surgical Proficiency Certificate
• Academic faculty member contributing to medical education at Dogus University

Prof. Dr. Sefik Igdem specializes in radiation oncology with advanced technology like Truebeam STx, ideal for precise pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor treatments.

• Professor at T.R. Demiroğlu Bilim University, demonstrating academic leadership
• Expert in conformal radiation treatments, targeting tumors while sparing healthy tissue
• Uses Truebeam STx and Halcyon systems for highly accurate radiation therapy
• Specializes in both prostate and head/neck cancers – complex radiation cases

Dr. Sakin leads the Medical Oncology Department at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, specializing in pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors.

• Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained in medical oncology at İstanbul Okmeydanı Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi
• Extensive experience in internal medicine and oncology
• Education officer at Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Hospital

Dr. Serkan Keskin is an award-winning oncologist who has performed 1,100+ oncology treatments. He specializes in medical oncology at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Over 25 years of experience of experience in medical oncology and internal medicine.
• Completed his Medical Oncology specialization at Istanbul University Institute of Oncology.
• Placed 1st in Turkey on the national Medical Oncology Proficiency Exam.
• Holds membership in major international oncology societies, including ASCO and ESMO.
• Published 42 articles in international medical journals.

Professor Yesim Yildirim specializes in pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors with 80+ publications and co-authorship in cancer treatment handbooks.

• Member of European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Expert in cancer immunotherapy and targeted therapies
• Professor at Halic University, mentoring future oncologists
• Completed advanced training at Rambam Medical Centre and Mount Vernon Cancer Center

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.

Dr. Rahib Hasanov specializes in personalized oncology treatments, with extensive experience in pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Trained in Medical Oncology at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Incorporates immunotherapies, targeted therapies, and smart drugs into treatment plans
• Completed an Observership Program at Houston Methodist Hospital in the USA
• Attends national and international congresses to stay updated with the latest oncology developments

The doctor completed medical education at Trakya University Medical School, Cerrahpaşa Medical School, and Kocaeli University Medical School. Specializing in endocrinology, the doctor focuses on diabetes, obesity, thyroid disorders, and diseases of the pituitary and adrenal glands.

With a robust academic background, the doctor has contributed to the medical field with more than 25 national and international publications, showcasing expertise and commitment to advancing medical knowledge in these areas.

Professor Sezer Saglam specializes in gastrointestinal oncology with a focus on pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 29 years of experience of experience in medical oncology
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Member of ENET and other leading oncology societies
• Works at one of Turkey's premier oncology centers

The doctor graduated from Ankara University Medical School and completed residency training in internal medicine at Ankara GATA Medical School. Specializing in medical oncology and hematology, the doctor completed a clinical fellowship in the USA. A pioneer in Turkey, the doctor was part of the team that performed the first bone marrow transplantation in the country. The doctor has served as a visiting lecturer at prestigious institutions in London and Switzerland. Holding the European Medical Oncology Certificate, the doctor is a founding member of both The Turkish Society of Medical Oncology and the Turkish Oncology Group. The clinical focus includes breast, gastrointestinal, lung cancers, lymphomas, and myeloma.