Best Chemotherapy for esophageal carcinoma doctors in Turkey: TOP 21 doctors

The doctor is a highly experienced Turkish medical oncologist specializing in sarcoma, lymphoma, pancreatic, lung cancer, and breast cancer. With over 20 years of experience, the doctor focuses on tumor biology, tumor immunology, cancer immunotherapy, and targeted therapies. Since 2019, the doctor has been serving as a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center and previously held leadership roles at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Medicine and GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital. The doctor has authored over 40 publications in cancer research and is a member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association and the European Head and Neck Society.

The doctor is a highly regarded oncologist at the Anadolu Medical Center, specializing in medical oncology and chemotherapy. After obtaining a medical degree from Ankara University in 2005, the doctor completed specialty training in internal medicine at Istanbul University and further specialized in medical oncology at Marmara University by 2017. The doctor has led the medical oncology unit at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital and has participated in numerous international clinical studies. The doctor focuses on a wide range of cancers, including breast, urological, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers, among others.

The doctor is a member of several prestigious oncology societies, including the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology, the European Society of Medical Oncology, and the American Society of Medical Oncology. The doctor has participated in advanced training programs globally, including programs at Oxford University and ESMO.

Dr. Solak specializes in gastrointestinal cancers, including esophageal carcinoma, with training at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute and MD Anderson Cancer Center.

• Completed fellowship at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
• Trained at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Experienced in treating various cancers, including gastrointestinal types
• Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Prof. Sezer Sağlam specializes in gastrointestinal oncology with over 27 years of experience of focused experience. He leads the Medical Oncology Department at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Professor of Medical Oncology since 2016
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Expert in neuroendocrine tumors (ENET member)

Assoc. Prof. Abdullah Sakin leads the Medical Oncology Department at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, specializing in esophageal carcinoma.

• Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University
• Trained at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Over a decade of experience in medical oncology
• Specialized in internal medicine before oncology

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. Yeşim (Yesim) Yıldırım — Medical Oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center (since 2011). ESMO-certified specialist, Professor since 2021, author of 80+ scientific publications. Trained at top centers — Rambam (Israel) and Mount Vernon (UK). Treats breast, lung, and gastrointestinal (GI) cancers, as well as melanoma and sarcomas; uses immunotherapy and targeted therapy.

Why patients choose Dr. Yeşim Yıldırım:

• 20+ years of clinical practice; Professor of Medical Oncology since 2021.
• 80+ peer-reviewed publications in tumor biology, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy — treatment plans are based on up-to-date evidence.
• ESMO certification — from Europe’s leading oncology society — confirms high qualification and continuous training to international standards.

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.

Professor Saglam specializes in gastrointestinal oncology at Florence Nightingale Hospital, with over 29 years of experience of focused expertise in medical oncology.

• Board-certified in medical oncology since 2004
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and European Neuroendocrine Tumor Society
• Completed fellowship at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Practices at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

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.

Associate Professor Dr. Yusuf Acikgoz brings research-backed expertise from Ohio State University to Lokman Hekim's oncology department.

• Trained at Ankara Numune, one of Turkey's leading teaching hospitals
• Contributed to Phase III trials for advanced esophageal cancer treatments
• Holds multiple CITI certifications in clinical research and patient protection
• Member of American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

Specializing in breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers – Dr. Ozatli provides expert care at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

• Board-certified oncologist with extensive experience
• Associate Professor since 2016
• Internal Medicine Specialist at Malatya State Hospital
• Former physician at Ankara Oncology Clinic and Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital

Professor of Medical Oncology at Trakya University with 29 years of experience of experience specializing in esophageal carcinoma.

• Completed fellowship in Medical Oncology at Trakya University
• Associate Professor of Medical Oncology with extensive research background
• Practices at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı

Specialized in medical oncology with a decade of experience in treating complex cases. Ercan Ozden focuses on providing personalized chemotherapy for esophageal carcinoma.

• Completed medical oncology subspecialty at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine
• Worked at Şırnak State Hospital focusing on medical oncology
• 27 years of experience as an Internal Medicine Specialist before specializing in oncology

Associate Professor Nail Paksoy leads clinical trials for advanced chemotherapy protocols at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• ESMO Board Certified in Medical Oncology
• 15 years of experience specializing in gastrointestinal cancers
• Authors multiple publications on chemotherapy outcomes
• Works with latest FDA-approved drug combinations

Dr. Alemdar specializes in medical oncology with extensive training at Akdeniz University – a leader in cancer care.

• Board-certified in medical oncology since 2018
• Over 20 years of experience focused exclusively on oncology treatment
• Trained at Akdeniz University Hospital – Turkey's premier cancer center
• Specializes in chemotherapy protocols for gastrointestinal cancers

Assoc. Prof. Atakan Topcu specializes in medical oncology with a focus on solid tumors, including esophageal carcinoma, at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Published over 50 scientific articles in oncology
• Expert in targeted therapies and immunotherapy
• Member of European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Specializes in cancer-related malnutrition and geriatric oncology

Associate Professor Muhammed Mustafa Atci specializes in esophageal carcinoma chemotherapy at Liv Hospital Topkapı, with over a decade of oncology experience.

• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Published 19+ peer-reviewed articles on oncology treatments
• Specializes in advanced chemotherapy protocols for esophageal carcinoma
• Education Coordinator for Medical Oncology at Cemil Taşcıoğlu City Hospital

Assoc. Prof. Ayşe İrem Yasin specializes in gastrointestinal cancers at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, with international training in oncology.

• ESMO Board Certified – recognized European oncology standard
• Trained at top institutions including Cleveland Clinic and Harvard
• Fellowship in Medical Oncology from Bezmialem Vakıf University
• Special focus on adenocarcinomas and complex cancer cases