Page 2 - Best gastroenterologists: TOP 213 doctors

Dr. Orságh leads Slovakia's colorectal cancer screening program – combining clinical expertise with national policy roles at the National Cancer Institute.

• Head of the Oncology Section at Slovak Gastroenterological Society
• Specializes in advanced endoscopic techniques for early cancer detection
• Trained other doctors in gastroenterology procedures
• Vice-chairman of the Endoscopy Section

Dr. Pekárek heads the Gastroenterology Department at Slovakia's National Cancer Institute, specializing in endoscopic diagnosis and treatment of digestive tract tumors.

• 24 years of experience of experience in gastroenterology
• Chair of the Endoscopy Section at Slovak Gastroenterological Society
• Trained internationally in advanced endoscopic techniques
• Focuses on minimally invasive procedures for early tumors
• Published author and trainer in endoscopic methods

Specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures – Dr. Zitnan performs ERCP and endosonography at the National Cancer Institute.

• 23 years of experience of gastroenterology experience with a focus on oncology
• Certified in interventional procedures like ERCP and cholangiopancreatography
• Member of the committee at Slovak Gastroenterological Society
• Works at National Cancer Institute – a leading center for GI care

Specializes in advanced endoscopic diagnosis and treatment of digestive tract tumors at the National Cancer Institute – combining endosonography and ERCP expertise.

• PhD in Internal Medicine with focus on gastroenterology
• Certified in Diagnostic and Interventional Esophagogastroduodenoscopy and ERCP
• Active member of Slovak Gastroenterology Society's Endoscopy Section
• Co-author of a national study on colonoscopy quality

Specialized in gastroenterology at Slovakia's National Cancer Institute – Dr. Osuská combines endoscopy expertise with oncology insights.

• 16 years of experience of experience in gastroenterology and internal medicine
• Member of Slovak Gastroenterological Society's Oncology Section
• Trained endoscopic techniques and teaches them internationally
• Published research in professional journals and presents at conferences

Prof. Ido Nachmany heads the Second Surgical Department at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in HPB and robotic surgery for diseases of the liver, pancreas, and bile ducts, and for gastrointestinal neuroendocrine tumors. He also performs adrenal, spleen, and stomach surgery. Forbes listed him among Israel’s top physicians.

He advances minimally invasive robotic and laparoscopic techniques. The aim is better precision and faster recovery.

Credentials: Senior Lecturer at Tel Aviv University. Member of ASTS and IHPBA. Completed HPB and abdominal transplant fellowships at the Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute. Board certified in General Surgery (Israel), Abdominal Organ Transplantation (ASTS), and HPB Surgery (University of Pittsburgh). He has published in Cancer Research, the Journal of the American College of Surgeons, and the European Journal of Surgical Oncology.

Dr. Safarov specializes in stomach and intestinal diseases, with advanced training from Kocaeli Derince and Gastro Academy.

• Practices at BAH International – a specialized gastroenterology center
• Experienced in managing complex gastrointestinal conditions
• Attended Internal Medicine Congress for latest treatment protocols
• Trained at Vreden Russian Research Institute for additional expertise

Dr. Yahya Ozel trained in Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery at Tokyo University Hospital – a global leader in minimally invasive techniques.

• 31 years of experience of experience in gastrointestinal surgery
• Specializes in advanced laparoscopic and robotic procedures
• Certified in surgical endoscopy with Turkish Surgical Proficiency
• Academic faculty member at Doğuş University

100+ academic publications – Dr. Ergul pioneers innovative endoscopic treatments like POEM surgery at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital.

• Specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures for complex cases
• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques to maximize recovery
• Authored 100+ publications advancing gastroenterology techniques
• Patient-centered philosophy emphasizing hope and quality of life

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardimci specializes in minimally invasive gastroenterology surgeries at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital, with over 23 years of experience of experience.

• Fellowship-trained in gastroenterology surgery at Türkiye Yüksek İhtisas
• Expert in laparoscopic techniques for complex digestive diseases
• Recipient of the Best Young Researcher Award in transplantation
• Published extensively on innovative surgical treatments
• Member of multiple prestigious surgical associations

Dr. Einat Shacham‑Shmueli is a senior medical oncologist at the Gastrointestinal Clinic, Cancer Center, Sheba Medical Center. She treats cancers of the colon, stomach, and pancreas. She also manages metastatic disease. She uses precision diagnostics and biomarkers, systemic therapies, and radiotherapy. Care is provided within a multidisciplinary team.

She has authored more than 25 peer‑reviewed papers on GI oncology, tumor biology, and new treatments. Her work includes studies on stenting for malignant colonic obstruction. She serves as an investigator in international programs, including the NCI, the Radiation Therapy Oncology Group, and the Cancer Therapy Evaluation Program.

Education: MD, Tel Aviv University. Oncology residency, Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center. Advanced training in GI oncology, UCSF. Accreditations: Board certified in Oncology and Gastroenterology. Member, Israel Society of Oncology and Radiotherapy.

Dr. Almog Ben-Yaacov is an Attending Surgeon in the Department of General and Oncological Surgery (Surgery C) at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in cytoreductive surgery (CRS) with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC). His clinical focus includes gastric cancer, sarcoma, and complex colorectal malignancies. Since 2018, he has performed more than 200 HIPEC procedures.

MD, Semmelweis University, 2006, with honors. Training in cardiothoracic surgery at Sheba Medical Center. Residency in general surgery at Montefiore (Albert Einstein) and at Rabin (Beilinson). Board-certified in General Surgery and in Surgical Oncology.

Advanced training includes ESSO-certified HIPEC in Hamburg. Microwave liver ablation in Reims. NanoKnife at King’s College London. Advanced surgical oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering (2019). His publications cover CRS+HIPEC outcomes and Hartmann’s reversal.

Dr. ZHANG Rong Chun is Director of the Department of Gastroenterology. He is a leading expert in digestive endoscopy with over 30 years of clinical experience. He previously worked at Xijing Hospital.

His practice focuses on advanced endoscopic tumor resection. He also manages pancreatic and biliary diseases, gastrointestinal cancers, and acute abdominal conditions.

He holds key professional appointments. He is a Committee Member (Endoscopic Oncology), a Standing Committee Member (Digestive Endoscopy), and a Deputy Director in multiple medical associations.

Dr. Sarikaya specializes in complex gastroenterology cases with 15+ published research articles on conditions like pancreatitis and gallstones.

• Board-certified gastroenterologist with over 22 years of experience of clinical experience
• Published extensively on severe acute pancreatitis and gallstone complications
• Trained at Ankara Training and Research Hospital – a leading gastroenterology center
• Member of Turkish Gastroenterology Association
• Works at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital – JCI-accredited facility

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ugur Korkmaz brings 24 years of experience of specialized expertise in Gastroenterology, with a focus on complex digestive disorders and advanced endoscopic techniques.

• Specializes in diseases of the esophagus, liver, and pancreas, including reflux disease and cirrhosis
• Expert in ERCP and other minimally invasive procedures
• Published extensively in gastroenterology and hepatology
• Associate Professor at leading institutions

Birol Baysal brings extensive expertise to gastroenterology at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Over 30 years of experience of experience in gastroenterology
• Specialist and lecturer at Bezmialem Foundation University
• Works with a range of digestive system disorders

Professor Yasar Colak specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures, trained at Cleveland Clinic Florida – a global leader in gastroenterology.

• Professor of Gastroenterology at Memorial Şişli Hospital
• Trained in advanced endoscopic applications in the US
• Expertise in liver transplantation and complex GI cases
• Invited lecturer at prestigious medical institutions

Dr. Teoman Akcay specializes in gastroenterology with extensive experience across Turkey's leading hospitals.

• Over 26 years of experience of gastroenterology practice
• Member of Turkish Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Associations
• Trained at Dokuz Eylül University – a top medical school
• Published numerous national and international articles