Best Liver cancer stage 3 doctors: TOP 86 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. Eda Tanrikulu ranks among Turkey's top oncologists, with specialized expertise in medical oncology and chemotherapy at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Completed medical oncology training at Marmara University – one of Turkey's leading institutions
• Ranked 3rd nationwide in Turkey's minor specialty exam
• Led medical oncology units at major training hospitals
• Participated in multiple international clinical oncology studies

Fellowship-trained at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute – Dr. Solak specializes in treating various cancers including liver, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Residency at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Worked at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Specializes in complex cases of multiple cancer types

Performed over 200 liver surgeries – Prof. Peker specializes in Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Trained at Mayo Clinic's Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery Clinic
• Founder of the Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery unit at Dr. Sadi Konuk Hospital
• Performs complex surgeries for liver, pancreatic, and gallbladder diseases
• Member of the Turkish HPB Association

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.

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.

Board-certified surgical oncologist specializing in liver cancer – Dr. Pastrana combines academic rigor with hands-on surgical expertise.

• Trained at Centro Medico Nacional 20 de Noviembre
• Board certified by Conacem through 2030
• Active member of the Mexican Society of Oncology
• Teaches medicine at Universidad Anahuac

Prof. Pfaffenbach leads the Department of Gastroenterology, Oncology and Internal Medicine at Academic Hospital Solingen, specializing in liver pathologies and malignancies.

• Over 34 years of experience of experience in gastroenterology and internal medicine
• Author of 130+ publications on gastroenterological conditions
• Specialized in liver diseases including hepatitis and hepatosis
• Member of European Society of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy

Prof. Merimsky leads the Soft Tissue and Bone Oncology Unit at Sourasky Medical Center, specializing in complex cancer cases.

• Over 41 years of experience of experience in oncology
• Fellowship in sarcoma at Institut Gustave Roussy, Paris
• Member of ESMO Sarcoma Faculty and ASCO
• Published extensive research on cancer treatments
• Former Chairman of the Israeli Society for Oncology

Dr. Pelles Sharon specializes in advanced liver cancer treatments at Sourasky Medical Center, including liver resection and chemoembolization.

• Expert in multiple liver cancer therapies like SIRT and radiofrequency ablation
• Conducted clinical research on oncologic patients' attitudes toward trials
• Provides comprehensive treatment including immunotherapy and targeted therapy
• Performs complex procedures like Whipple surgery and HIPEC

Prof. Nadir Arber heads the Integrated Cancer Prevention Center at Israel's Sourasky Medical Center, specializing in gastrointestinal oncology.

• Has over 44 years of experience of experience treating gastrointestinal tract tumors
• Focuses on gene therapy studies for GI cancers and cancer prevention
• Author of more than 300 scientific papers on his research
• Completed research work at NewYork-Presbyterian Center in the USA
• Member of several leading oncology and gastroenterology associations

Dr. Arnon Nagler is an internationally recognized hematologist and bone marrow transplant expert. He is a Professor of Medicine at Tel Aviv University. He is Director Emeritus of Hematology & Bone Marrow Transplantation and the Cord Blood Bank at Sheba Medical Center. He earned his M.D. from the Hebrew University–Hadassah and an M.Sc. in hematopoiesis from Tel Aviv University. He completed postdoctoral training at Stanford. He is board certified in internal medicine and hematology.

He has more than 35 years of experience. He pioneered reduced‑intensity allogeneic transplant protocols for malignant and non‑malignant diseases. He founded Israel’s first public cord blood bank. He performed the country’s first cord blood transplants.

He has held international leadership roles. He served as Chair and Co‑Chair of the ALWP of the EBMT. He was a vice‑chair and long‑term member of EBMT committees. He served on the board of NetCord/EuroCord and as treasurer. He is a frequent invited speaker. He has published widely in journals such as Blood and Leukemia. He has led major clinical trials as a principal investigator and held editorial roles. He has received multiple awards for innovation and clinical excellence.

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

• General practitioner with 12 years of experience in private practice
• Specialized in minimally invasive surgical procedures
• Biomagnet certified by Higher Institute of Biomagnetism
• Experience with advanced laser treatments and dermatological procedures

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

• Professor of Medical Oncology since 2016
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University Medical Faculty
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and ENET societies
• Practices at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital

Prof. Dr. Sefik Igdem specializes in radiation oncology with a focus on advanced conformal treatments for Liver cancer stage 3 at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Expert in using Truebeam Stx Technology and Halcyons for precise radiation
• Previously served as Professor at T.R Demiroğlu Bilim University
• Specializes in head and neck cancers alongside liver cancer treatments
• Trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's leading medical schools

Dr. Yahya Ozel specializes in hepatobiliary surgery with advanced training at Tokyo University Hospital under renowned experts.

• Over 31 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Expert in minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques
• Certified in surgical endoscopy with a Turkish Surgical Proficiency Certificate
• Academic faculty member at Doğuş University

Dr. Aliyev specializes in cancer treatment with advanced techniques like targeted therapy and immunotherapy – trained at top institutions including Istanbul University and Cleveland Clinic.

• Expert in both chemotherapy and hormone therapy for liver cancer
• Published multiple studies on cancer treatment outcomes
• Fellowship-trained at Cleveland Clinic's Endocrinology Department
• Focuses on precision medicine approaches

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. Almog Ben-Yaacov is an Attending Surgeon in the Department of General and Oncological Surgery (Surgery C) at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in cytoreductive surgery (CRS) with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC). His clinical focus includes gastric cancer, sarcoma, and complex colorectal malignancies. Since 2018, he has performed more than 200 HIPEC procedures.

MD, Semmelweis University, 2006, with honors. Training in cardiothoracic surgery at Sheba Medical Center. Residency in general surgery at Montefiore (Albert Einstein) and at Rabin (Beilinson). Board-certified in General Surgery and in Surgical Oncology.

Advanced training includes ESSO-certified HIPEC in Hamburg. Microwave liver ablation in Reims. NanoKnife at King’s College London. Advanced surgical oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering (2019). His publications cover CRS+HIPEC outcomes and Hartmann’s reversal.