Best Pancreatic cancer surgery doctors in Turkey: TOP 25 doctors

Assoc. Prof. Kıvanç Derya Peker is a surgeon with expertise in pancreatic, gallbladder, liver, and stomach surgeries. He also specializes in obesity and metabolic surgery, as well as kidney transplantation. He completed his medical and surgical training at Istanbul University. He ranked among the top three in the national minor specialty exam for gastroenterological surgery.

Dr. Peker has performed over 400 pancreatic and gastric cancer surgeries and more than 200 liver surgeries. He has also completed many gallbladder, biliary tract, obesity-metabolic procedures, and kidney transplants. He received training at the Mayo Clinic. He co-founded the Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery unit at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Hospital. There, he provided advanced training to surgical residents.

He is known for his research in aging and stem cell treatments. Dr. Peker has established gastroenterology surgery clinics at major hospitals. He is accredited by the Turkish HPB Association and has received a scholarship from the Turkish Surgery Association.

Specialized in gastrointestinal cancers with training at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute and MD Anderson Cancer Center. Experienced in complex oncological cases.

• Completed fellowship at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
• Additional training at MD Anderson Cancer Center in the US
• Deals with breast, testicular, ovarian, lung, and head-neck cancers
• Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Kemal Rasa specializes in minimally invasive pancreatic cancer surgery at Anadolu Medical Center.

• President of the Surgical Infection Society - Europe
• Focuses on pancreatic and thyroid cancer surgeries
• Author of the National Surgical Infections Prevention Guide
• Member of the World Society of Emergency Surgery
• Lecturer at Hacettepe University School of Medicine

Dr. Alemdar specializes in pancreatic cancer surgery at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex, with extensive training in medical oncology.

• Graduated from Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine in 2006
• Completed specialization in Medical Oncology at Akdeniz University in 2018
• Over 15 years of experience in internal medicine and oncology
• Worked at Akdeniz University Hospital for multiple years

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardimci trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, specializing in pancreatic cancer surgery and organ transplants.

• Turkey's youngest Gastroenterology Surgeon in 2012
• Specializes in advanced laparoscopic and metabolic surgery
• Played a key role in establishing organ transplant units
• Associate Professor since 2017

Associate Professor Hasan Mutlu specializes in pancreatic cancer treatment at Medical Park Antalya, with training in the US and Turkey.

• Internal medicine specialist with a focus on medical oncology
• Expert in chemotherapy, targeted therapies, and immunotherapy for cancer
• Conducts next-generation genetic research for personalized cancer treatment
• Practices at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Dr. Gokhan Yilmaz is an experienced general surgeon with nearly 20 years in medical practice. He is known for his skill in complex surgical procedures. He earned his Master’s Degree from Istanbul University Çapa Faculty of Medicine. He completed his Doctorate in General Surgery at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, one of Turkey’s leading institutions.

Dr. Yilmaz worked as a General Surgery Specialist at Zonguldak Atatürk State Hospital for 5 years. He then served at Sancaktepe Şehit Prof. Dr. İlhan Varank Training and Research Hospital for 3 years. In these roles, he managed a wide range of surgical cases. He also served as an Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University, where he trained future surgeons and contributed to research.

Dr. Yilmaz is currently part of the General Surgery Department at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. He provides advanced treatments and high-quality patient care. His experience in state hospitals, research centers, and universities highlights his dedication to surgical excellence and patient safety.

Specializes in complex pancreatic surgeries at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital with extensive training from Northwestern University's Transplantation Center.

• Over 25 years of experience in general surgery
• Trained at prestigious Northwestern University for transplantation
• Member of multiple surgical associations including Hepatobiliary Surgery Association

Dr. Civil specializes in pancreatic cancer surgery at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, bringing focused expertise to complex cases.

• Board-certified in general surgery with extensive training
• Member of Turkish Surgical Association
• Affiliated with Istanbul Medipol University General Surgery Clinic

Associate Professor Dr. Yusuf Acikgoz brings international oncology expertise from Ohio State University to Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital.

• Specializes in medical oncology with a focus on pancreatic cancer
• Participated in Phase III clinical trials for advanced treatments
• Member of American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Trained in immunooncology at Central European Cooperative Oncology Group

Associate Professor Tahsin Ozatli specializes in treating gastrointestinal cancers among other oncology cases at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

• Over 10 years of experience in oncology
• Specializes in breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers
• Previously worked at Ankara Oncology Clinic and Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital
• Promoted to Associate Professor in 2016

Dr. Camkiran brings decades of surgical expertise to pancreatic cancer cases at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Specialized in general surgery at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa
• Member of the Laparoscopic Surgery Association
• Attended national laparoscopic surgery courses
• Practiced at multiple hospitals across Turkey

Dr. Kazak specializes in complex abdominal surgeries, including pancreatic cancer procedures at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in liver, gallbladder, and gastrointestinal surgeries
• Skilled in treating colorectal and anorectal diseases
• Experienced in hernia and thyroid surgeries
• Specializes in breast diseases and cancer treatment

Specializes in oncological surgery with a focus on pancreatic cancer at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in treating complex stomach and gallbladder diseases
• Skilled in metabolic and obesity surgery techniques
• Experienced in breast diseases and cancer treatment

Specializes in oncological surgery with a focus on pancreatic cancer at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in treating stomach and gallbladder diseases
• Skilled in colon and rectum surgery
• Experienced in breast diseases and cancer treatment

Dr. Cevper Ersoz specializes in urological cancers, bringing extensive experience from Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Over 130 national and international publications
• Expert in robotic and laparoscopic surgery
• Member of European Association of Urology
• Award-winning research in urology
• Associate Professor with PhD in Urology

Dr. Ersin Öztürk, M.D., is a Professor of Medicine and an expert in General Surgery. His specialties include Surgical Oncology, Gastrointestinal and Laparoscopic Surgery, Obesity Surgery, Hernia Surgery, and Proctology. He holds a Ph.D. in Physiology. Dr. Öztürk completed his residency at Uludağ University and later conducted advanced research at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in the USA.

He is currently a Professor at Medicana Bursa Hospital. Dr. Öztürk has also served as Assistant and Associate Professor at Uludağ University and as Professor at KTO Karatay University. He is known for his important work in surgical innovation and medical education in Turkey.

Dr. Isa Kaman specializes in pancreatic cancer surgery at Private Optimed Hospital, with a focus on gastrointestinal conditions.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Medicine Faculty with a title in general surgery
• Member of The Turkish Surgeons Association
• Over 14 years of experience in surgical practice
• Works at Private Optimed Hospital since 2016

Dr. Soykan Barlas combines over 15 years of surgical expertise with specialized training in advanced laparoscopic techniques from Scotland.

• Associate Professor of General Surgery at Demiroğlu Science University
• Specializes in complex kidney and pancreas transplant procedures
• Published 20+ articles in national and international medical journals
• Holds a Certificate of Appreciation from the Turkish Ministry of Health