Best Esophageal cancer doctors: TOP 135 doctors

900+ procedures performed – Dr. Bülent Karagöz specializes in esophageal cancer at Anadolu Medical Center, with 33 years of experience 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

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 21 years of experience 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

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

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

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

Dr. Vafi Atalay is an experienced oncological and general surgeon with 17 years in the field. He specializes in pancreatic, colon, rectal, and liver surgeries. He also performs advanced endoscopic procedures. Dr. Atalay has published 31 articles in national and international journals, making valuable contributions to medical literature.

He received the first prize at the 20th Congress Research Paper Competition. He also won the Best Research Award at the 5th Surgeon Research Congress. Dr. Atalay is a member of TSS, the Palestinian Medical Association, and IOA. His active involvement in these organizations shows his dedication to professional growth and surgical excellence.

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

Specializes in minimally invasive techniques for esophageal cancer at Anadolu Medical Center, with extensive surgical training.

• 19 years of experience 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

Dr. Jaume Capdevila has performed over 900 oncology treatments and leads the Gastrointestinal and Endocrine Tumor Unit at Teknon Cancer Institute.

• 26 years of experience of experience in digestive cancers, including esophageal and gastric malignancies
• Principal investigator in clinical trials for innovative cancer treatments
• Member of top oncology societies like ESMO, ASCO, and ENETS
• Co-founder of the Spanish Task Force Group for Orphan and Infrequent Tumors

Dr. Banu Atalar is a board-certified radiation oncologist (Türkiye, 2004). She is a Full Professor at Acibadem MAA University (2018–present) and a clinician at Anadolu Medical Center (2026–present). She trained at Istanbul and Cerrahpaşa. In 2011, she completed a Stanford clinical research fellowship in stereotactic radiosurgery. Her practice focuses on CNS, thoracic, and GI tumors. About 75% of her care involves SRS and MR‑guided adaptive SRS.

Her honors include the ASCO IDEA award (2004), the IASLC International Mentorship Award (2018), and H.FACR (2025). She has 72 international peer‑reviewed publications. Her leadership roles include President of the Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology (2025–27) and Chair of the ESTRO National Societies Committee (2024–27). She served on the ASCO Resource‑Stratified Guidelines Committee (2013–18) and on RSS meeting and nomination committees. She organized national congresses (2023, 2025) and has been an invited speaker at major meetings.

Over 12,000 laparoscopic surgeries performed – Dr. Ballesta Lopez is a pioneer in minimally invasive techniques at Centro Médico Teknon.

• 46 years of experience 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

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.

Head of Gastroenterology and Oncology at Academic Hospital Solingen – Prof. Pfaffenbach specializes in complex gastrointestinal cancers.

• 34 years of experience 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

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

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

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

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 41 years of experience 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

Prof. Arber wrote over 300 scientific papers on gastrointestinal cancer – he leads the Cancer Prevention Center at Ichilov.

• Over 44 years of experience 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

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

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