Best Gastric metaplasia Gastric metaplasia: TOP 51 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.

Specializes in gastrointestinal cancers at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental – fellowship-trained at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute.

• Deals with complex cases including gastric metaplasia
• Residency at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Additional training at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Prof. Kivanc Derya Peker has performed over 400 pancreatic and gastric cancer surgeries, combining surgical expertise with a deep understanding of cellular biology.

• Completed advanced training at Mayo Clinic in Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery
• Founder of Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery unit at Dr. Sadi Konuk Hospital
• Specializes in pancreatic, liver, and stomach cancer surgeries
• Holds a doctorate in Medical Biology focusing on aging and stem cells

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. Dr. Abdulcabbar Kartal is a distinguished colorectal and general surgeon practicing at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. With over 17 years of surgical experience, he specializes in colorectal surgery, HIPEC (hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy) for peritoneal cancers, bariatric surgery, and minimally invasive procedures.

Dr. Kartal graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 2007 and completed his general surgery specialization at Istanbul Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital (2007-2013). He served as Assistant Professor at Istanbul Okan University (2016-2020) before receiving his Associate Professor title in 2020. In 2021, he earned the prestigious FEBS-C certification from the European Society of Coloproctology and became a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).

Dr. Kartal has published over 40 articles in international peer-reviewed journals and is an active member of the Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery, European Society of Coloproctology, and Turkish Surgical Association.

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.

Dr. Pastrana is a board-certified Surgical Oncologist with extensive experience in gastric conditions, currently practicing at Galenia Hospital.

• Trained at Centro Medico Nacional 20 de Noviembre Issste
• Board certified by Conacem until 2030
• Member of Sociedad Mexicana de Oncología
• University teacher at Universidad Anahuac since 2020

Dr. Pelles Sharon is a highly respected oncologist specializing in stomach cancer surgery at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov).

• Conducted groundbreaking clinical research on oncologic patients' attitudes towards trials
• Performs advanced procedures like HIPEC and Whipple surgery
• Skilled in both surgical and non-surgical cancer treatments

Head of Teaching at Puerto Vallarta Regional Hospital – Dr. Perez combines academic leadership with practical experience in gastric health.

• General practitioner with 12 years of experience in private practice
• Specialized in weight control clinic management
• Biomagnet certified by Higher Institute of Biomagnetism
• Experienced in minimally invasive procedures

Dr. Tvaruzek has performed over 3,500 robotic surgeries, including complex procedures like prostatectomy with erectile function preservation.

• Leading certified expert by Intuitive Surgical for Da Vinci robots
• Heads the Center of Robotic Surgery at St. Zdislava Hospital
• Specializes in minimally invasive transoral and bariatric surgeries