Best Nasopharyngeal cancer doctors: TOP 50 doctors

Author of 40+ peer-reviewed publications in tumor biology/immunology and systemic therapy (immunotherapy and targeted therapy); member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association and the European Head & Neck Society.

Why patients choose Dr. Bülent Karagöz:

• Treatment based on U.S. protocols through Anadolu Medical Center’s strategic collaboration with a leading U.S. institution — Johns Hopkins Medicine.
• 40+ scientific publications in tumor biology/immunology and systemic therapy (immunotherapy and targeted therapy).
• Former department head (GATA) and professor/department chair (Okan University, Turkey) — leadership and clinical experience at major centers.
• Treats solid tumors (e.g., breast, lung, colorectal), applying modern regimens guided by tumor biology.
• Anadolu Medical Center holds ESMO designation and JCI accreditation — meaning the doctor treats according to international protocols, within a multidisciplinary team, with strict safety oversight.

Dr. Solak specializes in head and neck cancers, with fellowship training at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute.

• Deals with complex cases of nasopharyngeal cancer
• Trained at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
• Specializes in breast, testicular, ovarian, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers

Dr. Tanrikulu ranks among Turkey's top oncologists, specializing in medical oncology and chemotherapy at Anadolu Medical Center.

• 3rd place in Turkey's medical oncology specialty exam
• Head researcher in multiple international clinical oncology studies
• Previously led the medical oncology unit at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital

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.

Professor Ralf Buhl combines neurosurgery expertise with active research in brain tumor treatments, including nasopharyngeal cancer complications. He co-founded a Fund dedicated to brain tumor research.

• Author of 47+ scientific papers, many on brain metastasis surgery
• Specializes in computerized neuronavigation for precise tumor removal
• Performs minimally invasive and endoscopic brain surgeries
• Recognized expert in neuro-oncology and vascular pathologies

Prof. Sesterhenn specializes in sparing treatment of head, neck, and upper airway tumors at Solingen Clinic, using endoscopic and robotic techniques.

• Over 26 years of experience of surgical experience
• Chief Physician of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery
• Performs minimally invasive procedures with incisions up to 1 cm
• Author of 78 scientific publications

Dr. Perez combines advanced biomedical techniques with holistic approaches at Holistic Bio Spa®.

• Head of Teaching at Puerto Vallarta Regional Hospital
• Trained in minimally invasive procedures and laser therapies
• Certified in biomagnetic therapy by the Higher Institute of Biomagnetism
• Experience with innovative light-based treatments for skin conditions

Prof. Sezer Sağlam specializes in nasopharyngeal cancer with extensive training at Istanbul University's Oncology Institute.

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

Dr. Sakin brings extensive leadership in medical oncology, currently serving at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital with a focus on complex cases.

• Head of Medical Oncology Department at Yüzüncü Yıl University
• Trained in Medical Oncology at İstanbul Okmeydanı Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi
• Specializes in internal medicine with a focus on oncology

Professor Doctor Sefik Igdem specializes in head and neck cancers, including nasopharyngeal cancer, at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 30 years of experience of experience in radiation oncology
• Expert in advanced technologies like Truebeam Stx and Halcyons
• Professor at T.R Demiroğlu Bilim University
• Specializes in conformal treatments for precise radiation therapy

Dr. Sinan Karaaslan — Medical Oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center (since 2014). He treats breast, colorectal, and genitourinary cancers; in medical oncology since 2003. Member of the Turkish Medical Association, the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology, and the Turkish Lung Cancer Society.

Why patients choose and trust Dr. Karaaslan:

• Manages complex cases of breast, colorectal, and genitourinary cancers — applies modern systemic therapy tailored to the tumor type and stage.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association, the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology, and the Turkish Lung Cancer Society.
• Author of numerous peer-reviewed articles and patient education materials on chemo- and immunotherapy.
• Practices at a center with ESMO Designated Centre status and JCI accreditation, within a strategic collaboration with Johns Hopkins Medicine International — one of the leading U.S. medical institutions. For patients, this means care aligned with U.S. protocols and the use of advanced equipment.

A leader in cancer immunotherapy and targeted therapies, Professor Yildirim has co-authored an international handbook on advanced cancer care.

• Treats head and neck cancers, including nasopharyngeal, at Anadolu Medical Center
• Completed specialized training at Mount Vernon Cancer Center in London
• Holds an ESMO examination certification in medical oncology
• Author of more than 80 publications, abstracts, and books
• Professor and lecturer at Halic University in Istanbul

Specialist Dr. Rahib Hasanov incorporates immunotherapies and targeted therapies for nasopharyngeal cancer, with experience from Houston Methodist Hospital and Marmara University.

• Completed Medical Oncology fellowship at Marmara University
• Specializes in personalized oncology treatments
• Regularly treats international patients from Europe and the US
• Attends national and international oncology congresses

Prof. Şeref Kömürcü is an ECFMG and ESMO-certified medical and breast oncologist with over 20 years of experience. He specializes in solid cancer, breast cancer, colorectal and lung cancer treatment and has held teaching and scientific positions throughout his career. He is a member of several professional organizations.

Professor with 29 years of experience specializing in gastrointestinal and nasopharyngeal cancers at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Medical oncology fellowship from Istanbul University
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and European Neuroendocrine Tumor Society
• Leads the Medical Oncology Department at a top Istanbul hospital

Dr. Mehmet Doğu Canoğlu is a radiation oncologist. He graduated from Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his residency in radiation oncology at Kocaeli University from 2006 to 2012.

He completed his compulsory service at Diyarbakır Training and Research Hospital. He then worked at Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital and at Medipol Mega University Hospital from 2015 to 2017. Since 2017, he has been a radiation oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center.

Prof. Dr. M. Emre Üstündağ is a Professor of Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at Anadolu Medical Center in Gebze. He has been a professor at Kocaeli University since 2006. He completed his MD and ENT residency at Istanbul University between 1983 and 1995. He has worked at Istanbul and Kocaeli universities and at Acıbadem hospitals. He has also maintained a private practice since 2006.

Clinical focus: head and neck oncology and surgery; rhinology and rhinoplasty; laryngology; septoplasty; sleep apnea surgery.

He completed international training in Ireland (Ardkeen). In Germany, he trained in Tübingen; Freiburg (otology, 4 months); and Regensburg (rhinology, 4 months). In the USA, he trained at Stanford in laryngology and sleep apnea (4 months). He has 47 international articles and 788 citations (Google Scholar, Jan 2026). He is a member of the Turkish ORL-HNS, the Istanbul University ENT Association, and the German ORL-HNS.

Dr. Orit Gutfeld is an oncologist specializing in ENT cancers, with over 27 years of experience of clinical experience.

• Has performed thousands of surgeries for head and neck tumors
• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques like endoscopic surgery
• Uses advanced radiosurgery, including Gamma Knife treatment
• Directs the Radiotherapy Institute's Oncology Division at Ichilov Medical Center
• Participates in scientific research and clinical trials at Ichilov

Professor Dan Fliss is an experienced oncologist specializing in nasopharyngeal cancer at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov).

• Specializes in treating complex nasopharyngeal cancer cases
• Affiliated with one of Israel's leading medical centers
• Holds the title of Professor in oncology