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Best Esophageal cancer doctors: TOP 117 doctors

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Bülent Karagöz

  • 4.6 Excellent 513 reviews
  • 33 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • 900+ procedures performed – Dr. Bülent Karagöz specializes in esophageal cancer at Anadolu Medical Center, with 32 years of oncology experience.

    • Professor at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Medicine
    • Author of 40+ oncology research publications
    • Specializes in tumor biology and targeted therapies
    • Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association
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Eda Tanrikulu

  • 4.6 Excellent 513 reviews
  • 21 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • She ranked 3rd in Turkey's medical oncology entrance exam, demonstrating a top-tier command of cancer knowledge. She now practices at Anadolu Medical Center.

    • Board-certified specialist in medical oncology
    • Over 15 years of experience since earning her medical degree
    • Served as head of the oncology unit at a major training hospital
    • Actively involved in international clinical trials for new cancer treatments
    • Fellowship-trained at Marmara University's Medical Oncology Department
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Yesim Yildirim

  • 4.6 Excellent 513 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Prof. Yildirim is a leading expert in cancer immunotherapy and targeted therapies, with extensive experience in gastrointestinal cancers at Anadolu Medical Center.

    • Specializes in esophageal cancer treatment with immunotherapy
    • Author of over 80 international publications and co-author of oncology handbooks
    • Member of ESMO and ESO – key European oncology associations
    • Academic professor at Halic University, training future oncologists
    • Fellowship-trained in Israel and UK for advanced oncology techniques
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Suleyman Alici

  • 4.6 Excellent 206 reviews
  • 35 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Prof. Dr. Suleyman Alici specializes in esophageal cancer treatment at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. His expertise ensures precise and effective care for patients.

    • Professor with extensive experience in oncology
    • Treats complex esophageal cancer cases
    • Works at a renowned medical facility
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Mustafa Solak

  • 4.6 Excellent 206 reviews
  • 20 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Dr. Mustafa Solak specializes in gastrointestinal cancers, with fellowship training at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute.

    • Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
    • Deals with complex cases of esophageal and other gastrointestinal cancers
    • Trained at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
    • Associate Professor in Medical Oncology
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Kivanc Derya Peker

  • 4.6 Excellent 206 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Performed 400+ pancreatic and gastric cancer surgeries – Prof. Peker specializes in complex gastrointestinal cancers at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

    • Trained at Mayo Clinic in hepatopancreatobiliary surgery
    • Founder of Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery unit in Turkey
    • Expert in both surgical and endoscopic treatments
    • Additional research focus on cancer biology and stem cells
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20 top ranked Esophageal cancer doctors in the world are represented on this page. The list includes only verified specialists known for their experience and high success rates.

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Gorkem Turkkan

  • 4.6 Excellent 206 reviews
  • 17 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Assoc. Prof. Gorkem Turkkan has successfully completed over 2,500 radiotherapy sessions with the MR-Linac device, specializing in advanced radiation therapies.

    • Expert in stereotactic radiotherapy and MRI-guided treatments
    • Member of ESTRO and TROD, with 27 published articles
    • Completed clinical research at Maastricht University on thoracic radiotherapy
    • Associate Professor title awarded in February 2023
    • Specializes in treating esophageal, lung, and head and neck cancers
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Abdulcabbar Kartal

  • 4.6 Excellent 513 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • 650+ treatments performed
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Specializes in minimally invasive techniques for esophageal cancer at Anadolu Medical Center, with extensive surgical training.

    • 15+ years of surgical experience, including in leading Turkish hospitals
    • Member of multiple prestigious surgical societies, including the European Society of Coloproctology
    • Trained in advanced laparoscopic and endoscopic procedures
    • Expertise in diagnostic and interventional endoscopy techniques
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Carlos Ballesta Lopez

  • 4.7 Excellent 435 reviews
  • 46 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Over 12,000 laparoscopic surgeries performed – Dr. Ballesta Lopez is a pioneer in minimally invasive techniques at Centro Médico Teknon.

    • 45+ years of clinical experience
    • International leader in pancreatic and esophageal surgery
    • Founder and Medical Director of the Dr. Ballesta Laparoscopic Center
    • Uses Da Vinci robotic assistance for precision
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Esophagectomy
$2,991.58 - $4,188.21
Chemotherapy for breast cancer
$4,188.21 - $6,581.47
Radiation therapy for colorectal cancer
$19,146.09 - $21,539.35
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Alberto Diez-Caballero Alonso

  • 4.7 Excellent 435 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Expert in minimally invasive surgery for digestive tract conditions – Dr. Diez-Caballero Alonso specializes in laparoscopic techniques at Centro Médico Teknon.

    • Specialist in general surgery with focus on digestive tract
    • Associate Clinical Lecturer at University of Navarre School of Medicine
    • Member of Spanish Association of Surgeons and European endoscopic societies
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Esophagectomy
$2,991.58 - $4,188.21
Chemotherapy for breast cancer
$4,188.21 - $6,581.47
Radiation therapy for colorectal cancer
$19,146.09 - $21,539.35
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Sadi Kerem Okutur

  • 4.7 Excellent 131 reviews
  • 20 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
  • Prof. Sadi Kerem Okutur has performed 1,100+ treatments at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, specializing in esophageal cancer.

    • 20 years of experience in medical oncology
    • Authored 20+ papers and 10 book chapters in oncology
    • Recipient of the 2012 Oncology Research Award
    • Member of European Society for Medical Oncology
    • Associate professor with extensive academic background
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Boris Pfaffenbach

  • 4.7 Excellent 61 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Germany, Solingen, Medical Center in Solingen
  • Head of Gastroenterology and Oncology at Academic Hospital Solingen – Prof. Pfaffenbach specializes in complex gastrointestinal cancers.

    • 30+ years in gastroenterology and internal medicine
    • Author of 130+ publications on digestive diseases
    • Specialized in liver and biliary tract pathologies
    • Member of European Society of Gastroenterology
    • Develops therapeutic diets as part of treatment
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$3,282 - $4,376
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Pelles Sharon

  • 4.5 Good 153 reviews
  • 23 years of experience
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Dr. Pelles Sharon is a highly respected oncologist with notable contributions to clinical research, including studies on patient attitudes towards clinical trials.

    • Specializes in various cancer treatments including stomach cancer surgery
    • Expertise in innovative therapies like immunotherapy and HIPEC
    • Works at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov), known for high success rates
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Ofer Merimsky

  • 4.5 Good 153 reviews
  • 41 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Professor Ofer Merimsky heads the Unit for Soft Tissue and Bone Oncology at Sourasky Medical Center, with decades of expertise in complex cancer cases.

    • Over 25 years specializing in gastrointestinal and thoracic cancers
    • ESMO Faculty member for sarcoma and thoracic oncology
    • Fellowship-trained at Institut Gustave Roussy, Paris
    • Active participant in international cancer research collaborations
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Nadir Arber

  • 4.5 Good 153 reviews
  • 44 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Prof. Arber wrote over 300 scientific papers on gastrointestinal cancer – he leads the Cancer Prevention Center at Ichilov.

    • Over 30 years of experience treating GI tract tumors
    • Specializes in prevention and early diagnostics of GI cancers
    • Heads the Cancer Prevention Center at Sourasky Medical Center
    • Completed research work at NewYork-Presbyterian Center in the USA
    • Member of the European Society of Digestive Oncology
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Hasan Mutlu

  • 4.5 Good 6 reviews
  • 27 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
  • Specializes in targeted cancer therapies and immunotherapy at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. Associate Professor in Medical Oncology with extensive training in the USA.

    • Over 20 years of experience in medical oncology
    • Expert in next-generation genetic research for cancer treatment
    • Fellowship-trained in the USA at Akdeniz University
    • Skilled in chemotherapy and complementary medicine approaches
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Brenda Pastrana

  • New
  • 6 years of experience
  • Mexico, Cancún, Galenia Hospital
  • Dr. Brenda Pastrana is a board-certified surgical oncologist specializing in esophageal cancer at Galenia Hospital.

    • Trained at Centro Medico Nacional 20 de Noviembre Issste
    • Member of the Mexican Society of Oncology (SMEO)
    • University teacher at Universidad Anahuac since 2020
    • Board certified by Conacem until 2030
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Jaroslav Tvaruzek

  • 4.6 Excellent 61 reviews
  • 36 years of experience
  • Czech Republic, Velke Mezirici, Robotic Surgery Center in St. Zdislava Hospital
  • 3,500+ robotic surgeries – Dr. Tvaruzek heads the Center of Robotic Surgery at St. Zdislava Hospital.

    • Certified expert by Intuitive Surgical for da Vinci robots
    • Performs transoral surgeries for esophageal and laryngeal tumors
    • Specializes in robotic prostatectomy with nerve-sparing techniques
    • Member of Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Bariatric Surgery
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Riccardo Rosati

  • 4.6 Excellent 65 reviews
  • 41 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Italy, Milan, San Raffaele
  • Leads one of Italy's most recognized High Volume Centers for esophageal surgery – 2,000+ surgical cases annually at San Raffaele.

    • Head of Gastrointestinal Surgery Department since 2014
    • Specializes in both open and minimally invasive foregut procedures
    • 300+ publications on esophageal diseases
    • Member of International Society for Diseases of the Esophagus
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Eslie Perez

  • New
  • 12 years of experience
  • Mexico, Puerto Vallarta, Holistic Bio Spa®
  • Eslie Perez brings expertise in minimally invasive procedures and weight management, with experience spanning private practice and hospital settings.

    • Head of Teaching at Puerto Vallarta Regional Hospital
    • Specializes in medical procedures including laser treatments and radiofrequency
    • Certified in Biomagnetism for alternative therapy approaches
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Bookimed Insights: Top Esophageal cancer Specialists in the World ()

Bookimed has coordinated 541 requests for Esophageal cancer treatment globally, collaborating with 117 top-rated specialists. The doctors in this table are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, and patient outcomes. The global ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases and current programs from our partner clinics.
DoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
33 years of experienceEsophageal cancer immunotherapyFocuses on tumor immunology and targeted therapies – advancing treatment options. Author of 40+ research papers and professor in oncology.
Turkey
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21 years of experienceComplex chemotherapy and treatment plansRanked 3rd nationally for oncology specialization. Heads clinical trials and leads oncology units, offering access to the latest evidence-based protocols.
Turkey
from $160
22 years of experienceImmunotherapy for esophageal cancerSpecializes in cutting-edge cancer immunotherapy and targeted therapies. ESMO-certified with UK fellowship training. Co-author of oncology textbooks and 80+ publications.
Turkey
from $250
35 years of experienceComplex esophageal cancer casesSpecializes in precise esophageal cancer treatment with extensive oncology experience. Professor at a leading medical facility.
Turkey
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20 years of experienceGastrointestinal cancersSpecializes in gastrointestinal cancers with training at MD Anderson. Associate Professor in Medical Oncology with extensive case experience.
Turkey
from $100
22 years of experienceComplex gastrointestinal cancersMayo Clinic-trained specialist with 400+ pancreatic/gastric cancer surgeries. Founded Turkey's HPB surgery unit and researches cancer biology.
Turkey
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17 years of experienceAdvanced radiation therapy casesPioneer in MR-Linac treatments with 2,500+ sessions. Published researcher in thoracic radiotherapy and member of leading oncology societies.
Turkey
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19 years of experienceMinimally invasive esophageal surgerySpecializes in laparoscopic and endoscopic approaches for esophageal cancer. Member of the European Society of Coloproctology and multiple other surgical associations.
Turkey
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46 years of experienceMinimally invasive esophageal surgeryPioneer in laparoscopic techniques with 12,000+ procedures. Director of his own Laparoscopic Center and medical board member at Centro Médico Teknon.
Spain
from $350
34 years of experienceMinimally invasive esophageal surgerySpecializes in laparoscopic techniques for digestive tract surgery. Member of European Association for Endoscopic Surgery with academic background in surgical training.
Spain
from $350