Page 2 - Best Esophageal cancer doctors: TOP 133 doctors

Prof. Sezer Sağlam is a medical oncology specialist with over 27 years of experience of experience in gastrointestinal oncology, focusing on esophageal cancer.

• Professor of Medical Oncology since 2016
• Specialized in gastrointestinal oncology at Istanbul University
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Works at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital

Dr. Yahya Ozel brings over three decades of surgical expertise, with specialized training in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery at Tokyo University Hospital.

• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques for complex oncological cases
• Certified in surgical endoscopy and advanced laparoscopic procedures
• Academic faculty member who trains future surgeons
• Works at prestigious institutions including Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine

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 27 years of experience 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

Dr. Altay Aliyev specializes in cancer treatment with a focus on innovative therapies at Liv Bona Dea Hospital Baku.

• Trained at Istanbul University and Cleveland Clinic
• Expert in cytotoxic chemotherapy and immunotherapy
• Published multiple research papers on cancer treatment
• Specializes in early diagnosis and palliative care

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.

Professor Doctor Sefik Igdem specializes in radiation oncology, with a focus on head and neck cancers at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 30 years of experience of experience in radiation oncology
• Expert in conformal treatments for precise radiation therapy
• Uses advanced Truebeam Stx and Halcyon technologies
• Former professor at Demiroğlu Bilim University

Dr. Yuri Goldes is a general surgeon with more than 20 years of clinical experience. He specializes in upper gastrointestinal and oncologic surgery. He is Deputy Director of the Department of General Surgery and Transplantation at Sheba Medical Center in Tel Aviv. He also leads the Upper GI Surgery Unit. He was named to Forbes Israel’s Best Doctors in 2025. He is ranked among Israel’s Best Gastrointestinal Surgeons by Forbes. In 2019, he received the Israeli Ministry of Health “Best Doctor of the Year” award.

He is an expert in advanced minimally invasive and robotic surgery. He treats diaphragmatic hernia, achalasia, GERD, and gallbladder disease. He also performs oncologic surgery for pancreatic, gastric, and esophageal cancers. He uses laparoscopic and robotic techniques.

He pioneered some of Israel’s first robotic oncologic resections of the stomach and pancreas. He is among a small group worldwide who perform minimally invasive Whipple procedures (pancreaticoduodenectomy) using advanced laparoscopy. He applies methods that improve outcomes and speed recovery. He provides personalized care.

Dr. Osama Abdel Mohimen Mohamed is Head of the Hematology Unit at Shefaa Al Orman Oncology Hospitals. He is also a consultant in medical oncology and hematology at Shefa El Orman Hospital (NGO), Luxor (2019–present).

He diagnoses and treats acute and chronic leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes, and myeloproliferative neoplasms. He also manages complications of solid tumors.

Background: He served at the National Cancer Institute, Cairo University, as a medical oncology resident, then demonstrator and assistant lecturer (2008–2022). Earlier, he was a house officer (2006–2007). He also held specialist roles at Al Salam International, Al Molalmen, and BAHEYA Oncology Center (NGO).

Memberships: ESMO (2008–present). American Society of Bone Marrow Transplantation (2009). ASH (2010).

Assoc. Dr. Abdullah Sakin leads the Medical Oncology Department at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, focusing on esophageal cancer.

• Over 19 years of experience of experience in medical oncology
• Previously served as Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University
• Trained at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Specializes in complex esophageal cancer cases

Dr. Ferentinos leads the Department of Radiation Oncology at the German Oncology Center, specializing in esophageal cancer treatment with advanced radiation techniques.

• Holds a doctoral degree from Johann Wolfgang Goethe University, Frankfurt
• Senior physician experience across multiple European oncology centers
• Master's in Healthcare Business Studies for patient-centered care
• Expert in interventional radiation oncology approaches

Specializes in integrative cancer treatments, including mistletoe therapy and high-dose vitamin C at Biological Medicine - Integrative Health Center Baku.

• Focuses on hormonal treatment for breast cancer
• Expert in treating precancerous conditions
• Participant in international conferences with German doctors
• Provides natural pain relief for cancer patients

The doctor specializes in managing breast cancer, colorectal, and urogenital system cancers. With extensive experience since 2014 at Anadolu Medical Center, the doctor has previously served at Medical Park Hospital, Kocaeli Derince Education and Research Hospital, and Erzurum Regional Education and Research Hospital. The doctor's military service included a role as a Medical Oncology specialist at Gülhane Military Medical Academy.

Educational achievements include a degree in general medicine from Istanbul University and specializations in internal medicine and medical oncology. The doctor is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, the Turkish Medical Oncology Society, and the Turkish Lung Cancer Society.

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

Specialist Dr. Rahib Hasanov focuses on personalized oncology treatments, including advanced therapies like immunotherapies and targeted drugs.

• Trained at Houston Methodist Hospital in the USA
• Completed Medical Oncology fellowship at Marmara University
• Specializes in gastrointestinal tumors, including esophageal cancer
• Attends international congresses to stay updated on latest treatments
• Treats patients from various countries, including Europe and the US

The doctor is an ECFMG and ESMO-certified medical and breast oncologist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in solid cancer, breast cancer, colorectal, and lung cancer treatment. Since 2016, the doctor has been a medical oncology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center.

The doctor graduated from Gülhane Military Medical Academy with a degree in general medicine and completed specialties in internal and medical oncology. The doctor has been a professor and associate professor at Gülhane Military Medical Academy, contributing significantly to medical education.

With over 110 papers on cancer management, the doctor is a member of several prestigious oncology organizations.

With over 47 years of experience of experience, Prof. Fermín Mearin Manrique heads the Digestive System Service at Centro Médico Teknon.

• Specializes in diagnostics and treatment of digestive system conditions
• Founder of Teknon Institute for the Study and Treatment of Constipation & Incontinence
• Author of over 400 scientific works
• Member of The American Gastroenterological Association and The World Gastroenterology Organisation

Specializing in gastrointestinal oncology since 2001, Dr. Sezer Saglam brings extensive expertise in esophageal cancer treatment at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Professor of Medical Oncology since 2016
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Over 29 years of experience of experience in medical oncology
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University Oncology Institute

Prof. Sadi Kerem Okutur has performed 1,100+ treatments at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, specializing in esophageal cancer.

• 20 years of experience 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

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.