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Best Liver cancer doctors: TOP 163 doctors

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Bülent Karagöz
Clinical oncologist
31 years of experience
4.6
476 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Anadolu Medical Center

Bülent Karagöz

Clinical oncologist
31 years of experience
  • Dr. Bülent Karagöz specializes in the treatment of liver cancer using immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and chemotherapy.
  • Dr. Karagöz has international experience at medical institutions including NATO KFOR Command and Turkish Cypriot Peace Forces Command.
  • With over 20 years of experience in oncology, Dr. Karagöz has held leadership roles at Istanbul Okan University and GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital.
  • He is a member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association.
  • He has authored over 40 publications in cancer research, demonstrating his significant contributions to the field.
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Mustafa Solak
Clinical oncologist
18 years of experience
4.5
140 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital

Mustafa Solak

Clinical oncologist
18 years of experience
  • Mustafa Solak, M.D., specializes in liver cancer treatment using surgery, chemotherapy, and targeted therapy.
  • Completed a fellowship at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute, focusing on advanced oncological treatments.
  • Dr. Solak has experience in international practice at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, USA.
  • Graduated from Hacettepe University School of Medicine and trained at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Teaching and Research Hospital.
  • Member of professional organizations, maintaining up-to-date practices in liver cancer treatment.
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Serkan Keskin
Clinical oncologist
23 years of experience
4.6
294 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Memorial Şişli Hospital

Serkan Keskin

Clinical oncologist
23 years of experience
Dr. Serkan Keskin is a highly experienced oncologist specializing in chemotherapy. He has numerous achievements in his field, including being ranked first in the Medical Oncology Proficiency Exam in Turkey in 2012. He is an active member of various prestigious oncology societies, and has a strong academic profile with 42 articles published in international journals.Read more
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Yesim Yildirim
Clinical oncologist
20 years of experience
4.6
476 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Anadolu Medical Center

Yesim Yildirim

Clinical oncologist
20 years of experience

accreditations:

European Society of Medical Oncology
European School of Oncology
  • Specializes in liver cancer treatment using immunotherapy, targeted therapies, chemotherapy, and surgical interventions.
  • Received international training in Israel and the UK, focusing on advanced oncology.
  • Certified by the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO), maintaining high standards in oncology care.
  • Over 20 years of experience, currently a Professor at Anadolu Medical Centre, Istanbul.
  • Multilingual: English, Russian (B1 level), Turkish.
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Jaume Capdevila
Clinical oncologist
24 years of experience
4.7
402 reviews
Spain, Barcelona
Centro Médico Teknon

Jaume Capdevila

Clinical oncologist
24 years of experience

accreditations:

European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer
European Society of Medical Oncology
European Neuroendocrine Tumor Society
American Society of Clinical Oncology
  • Dr. Jaume Capdevila specializes in liver cancer treatment, utilizing surgery, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, and ablation.
  • Holds a degree in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Lleida and specialized in Medical Oncology at Santa Creu i Sant Pau Hospital.
  • Dr. Capdevila has international experience from his scholarship at Uppsala University Hospital in Sweden.
  • Member of EORTC, ESMO, ENETS, ASCO, GEMCAD, TTD, and co-founder of GETHI.
  • Speaks multiple languages, which aids in effective communication with patients from diverse backgrounds.
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Carlos Ballesta Lopez
Gastrointestinal surgeon
44 years of experience
4.7
402 reviews
Spain, Barcelona
Centro Médico Teknon

Carlos Ballesta Lopez

Gastrointestinal surgeon
44 years of experience

accreditations:

The International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
  • Dr. Carlos Ballesta López specializes in liver cancer treatment with over 30 years of experience.
  • He utilizes advanced laparoscopic surgery, radiofrequency ablation, chemoembolization, and liver resection.
  • Dr. Ballesta has international experience practicing at clinics in Spain, Latin America, and other countries.
  • He is the Director of the Dr. Ballesta Laparoscopic Center, a pioneer in minimally invasive surgery.
  • Dr. Ballesta holds certifications in General Surgery and Gastroenterology and is a member of the Teknon Medical Center.
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Find out about the best doctors here

20 top ranked Liver cancer doctors in the world are represented on this page. The list includes only verified specialists known for their experience and high success rates.

The ranking is composed according to the Bookimed patient reviews and considers the rating of hospitals where doctors practice.

Top 5 Liver cancer doctors on Bookimed.com:

How to choose the best Liver cancer doctors in the world?

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Famous Liver cancer doctors have vast experience, continue education constantly, participate in professional associations and have positive feedback from patients treated.

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  • the clinical experience and reputation
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  • the doctor’s workload
  • medical developments, proprietary techniques used, and awards, if any.

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Kivanc Derya Peker
Surgical oncologist
20 years of experience
4.5
140 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital

Kivanc Derya Peker

Surgical oncologist
20 years of experience

Assoc. Prof. Kıvanç Derya Peker has extensive experience in the medical field, specializing in Pancreatic Surgery, Gallbladder and Tracts Surgery, Liver Diseases Surgery, Stomach Diseases and Stomach Cancer Surgery, Obesity – Metabolic Surgery and Endoscopic Treatments, and Kidney Transplant. He has also done research into aging and stem cell treatments.

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Pelles Sharon
Clinical oncologist
21 years of experience
4.4
138 reviews
Israel, Tel Aviv
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

Pelles Sharon

Clinical oncologist
21 years of experience
Dr. Doctor Pelles Sharon is a distinguished oncologist with expertise in various cancer treatments. Her contributions to clinical research include a study on oncologic patients' understanding and attitudes towards clinical trials.Read more
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Ofer Merimsky
Clinical oncologist
39 years of experience
4.4
138 reviews
Israel, Tel Aviv
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

Ofer Merimsky

Clinical oncologist
39 years of experience

accreditations:

Society of oncologists and radiotherapists Israel
American Scientific Cancer Society
European scientific medical organization
European Society of Oncology of the musculoskeletal system

Dr. Ofer Merimsly is the best sarcoma, lymphoma, and lung cancer doctor within Israel and in the world. Also specializes in Whipple surgery treatment for patients with pancreatic cancer. Head of the National Center for sarcomas of bone and soft tissues of the Tel Aviv Medical Center Sourasky (Ichilov).

Specialty:

  • Treatment of all types of lung cancer and thoracic organs
  • Treatment of all types of sarcomas of bone and soft tissue
  • Treatment stromal tumors of the gastrointestinal tract

Education and specialization:

  • Higher medical education, graduated the Medical Faculty of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel
  • Residency in General Oncology and Radiotherapy
  • Training in the field of radiotherapy and brachytherapy at New York Hospital, USA
  • Special refresher course for the treatment of tumors of the skeleton and soft tissues, Paris. France

Membership:

  • President of the Society of oncologists and radiotherapists Israel
  • The American Scientific Cancer Society
  • European scientific medical organization
  • European Society of Oncology of the musculoskeletal system
  • International Society for the treatment of tumors of the connective tissue
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Nadir Arber
Gastroenterologist
42 years of experience
4.4
138 reviews
Israel, Tel Aviv
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

Nadir Arber

Gastroenterologist
42 years of experience

accreditations:

The American Association for Cancer Research
The American Gastroenterological Association
The European Association for Cancer Research
The European Society of Digestive Oncology

Prof. Nadir Arber is a top gastroenterologist from Israel with over 30 years of experience in the field. He is specialized in the prevention, early diagnostics, and treatment of GI cancers, with education from Hebrew University, Tel Aviv University, and NewYork-Presbyterian Center. He has written over 300 papers on his research and is a member of numerous organizations in the field.

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Harald Rosen
General surgeon
39 years of experience
4.6
141 reviews
Austria, Vienna
Wiener Privatklinik

Harald Rosen

General surgeon
39 years of experience

accreditations:

European Society of Surgery

Dr. Rosen is a specialized abdominal surgeon with expertise in endocrine, gastrointestinal, liver, colon, and appendectomy surgery. He is also experienced in treatments such as anal fissure, gallbladder, gastric anastomosis, and sleeve gastrectomy surgery. He is a member of various medical councils and serves as President of the European Society of Surgery. He is also a professor of surgery at the Vienna Medical School.

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Boris Pfaffenbach
Clinical oncologist
32 years of experience
4.6
56 reviews
Germany, Solingen
Medical Center in Solingen

Boris Pfaffenbach

Clinical oncologist
32 years of experience
  • Prof. Boris Pfaffenbach, a German expert, specializes in liver cancer treatment using advanced endoscopic techniques.
  • Standard treatment options for liver cancer include surgical resection, liver transplantation, ablation, embolization, and targeted therapy.
  • International training and practice at medical institutions in Germany, including Ruhr University of Bochum and Essen University Hospital.
  • Member of the German Society of Gastroenterology and the European Society of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy.
  • Authored over 130 publications, contributing significantly to gastrointestinal and oncology research.
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Elke Jaeger
Clinical oncologist
39 years of experience
4.4
51 reviews
Germany, Frankfurt am Main
Nordwest Clinic (Krankenhaus)

Elke Jaeger

Clinical oncologist
39 years of experience

Oncologist, Oncohematologist, Surgeon

Head physician of Oncology and Hematology Center

Prof. Elke Jaeger is one of the best German doctors according to Focus rating.

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Karl J. Oldhafer
Clinical oncologist
4.5
122 reviews
Germany, Hamburg
Asklepios Hospital Barmbek

Karl J. Oldhafer

Clinical oncologist
  • Prof. Dr. med. Karl J. Oldhafer specializes in liver cancer treatment at Asklepios Hospital Barmbek.
  • He is an expert in radio-guided computer-navigated liver surgery, surgery for metastases, and minimally invasive techniques.
  • He employs advanced methods such as ultrasonic knife surgery and hepatobiliary surgery for treating liver cancer.
  • He received training in Germany and collaborates with experts in oncology, gastroenterology, and radiology.
  • As a Senior Consultant, he has extensive experience in surgeries of the liver, gallbladder, and biliary tract.
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Jaroslav Tvaruzek
General surgeon
34 years of experience
4.5
61 reviews
Czech Republic, Velke Mezirici
Robotic Surgery Center in St. Zdislava Hospital

Jaroslav Tvaruzek

General surgeon
34 years of experience

Dr. Jaroslav Tvaruzek is a specialist in robotic surgery. Dr. Tvaruzek is a leading certified expert by Intuitive Surgical - the American produced of the original Da Vinci robots. The doctor is a member of Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Association of Bariatric Surgery.

Dr. Tvaruzek heads the Center of Robotic Surgery located in the St. Zdislava Hospital (the Czech Republic). The doctor has performed over 3,500 robotic surgeries for his practice. Among them are:

  • prostatectomy with preservation of the erectile function
  • transoral surgeries (removal tumors of the nasopharynx, larynx, trachea, mouth)
  • thyroidectomy
  • nephrectomy
  • bariatric surgeries (surgical treatment of obesity).
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Eslie Perez
General practitioner
10 years of experience
Mexico, Puerto Vallarta
Holistic Bio Spa®

Eslie Perez

General practitioner
10 years of experience

accreditations:

Doctorate

Jefe de Enseñanza Hospital Regional de Puerto Vallarta  

2020-2023

Encargada de expediente clínico en Hospital Regional de Puerto Vallarta 2 meses 2020  

Médico general en consultorio médico particular  

2015-2022  

Medico a cargo de clínica para control de peso  

2013-2014  

Asistente médico en clínica dermatológica

2008-2013 

 

 Asistente Medico en procedimientos Dermatológicos.  

 Asistente Medico en procedimientos quirúrgicos mínimo invasivos  

 Operación de máquina de laser fraccionado - IPIXEL-ER y  

rejuvenecimiento facial con  IPL.  

 Experiencia en depilación láser con Luz Pulsada Intensa  y  

radiofrecuencia  

 Experiencia con cavitación ultrasónica  

 Experiencia con máquina de fototerapia con luz ultravioleta (UV) para el  

tratamiento de psoriasis y vitíligo.    

 Experiencia asistiendo en procedimientos de Botox y Rellenos.  

 Biomagneta certificada por Instituto superior de biomagnetismo  

medico ISAAC GOIZ DURAN  

 Experiencia en expediente clínico    

 Capacitación en formación continua y desarrollo profesional docent

 

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Duygu Derin
Clinical oncologist
4.5
219 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Liv Hospital Ulus

Duygu Derin

Clinical oncologist

accreditations:

European Society for Medical Oncology

Dr. Duygu Derin is an experienced medical oncologist who specializes in treating gastrointestinal cancers, lung cancer, and gynecologic neoplasms. She is a member of several oncology associations and has published more than 30 national and international scientific papers. She graduated from Galatasaray Medical High School and achieved a Medical Doctor rank from the Medical Faculty of Istanbul University. She has completed internships and professional development courses in various hospitals and holds the title of Associate Professor.

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Murat Sari
Clinical oncologist
8 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Acibadem District Hospital

Murat Sari

Clinical oncologist
8 years of experience

Education and Career


2011 – 2015, (Internal Medicine Specialist) Istanbul University Istanbul School of Education and Career

Medicine Department of Internal Medicine

2015 – 2016, (Internal Medicine) Specialist Istanbul Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital

2016 – 2019, (Medical Oncology) Istanbul University Istanbul School of Medicine Department of Medical Oncology

2019 – 2021, (Medical Oncology Specialist) - Istanbul Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital

2021 – 2024, (Associate Professor) Marmara University School of Medicine Department of Medical Oncology

Memberships in Scientific Organizations

ASCO

ESMO

TTOD 

AVOD 

Publications

In the field of oncology, he has published over 30 peer-reviewed articles at both international and national levels.

Awards Received

EAACI The European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology 2019 Best Poster Award

"The top 3rd verbal presentation, IGICC (11th International Gastrointestinal Cancers Conference – IGICC2021)"

Speeches Delivered at National Congresses, Conferences, and Symposia:

 

Courses, Meetings, and Certificates

ESMO certified Medical Oncologist since 2019

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Veysel Sari
General surgeon
9 years of experience
4.5
3 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Büyük Anadolu Hospitals (BAH)

Veysel Sari

General surgeon
9 years of experience

Specializations

 

Oncological Surgery (Cancer Surgery)

Breast Diseases Surgery

Gallbladder and biliary tract diseases surgery

Thyroid – Parathyroid Surgery

Inguinal and Abdominal Wall Hernia, Stomach Hernia Surgery

Closed (Laparoscopic) Hernia Surgery

Endoscopy Applications

Treatment of Gastrointestinal System Diseases

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Izzettin Kahraman
General surgeon
22 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Estexper Clinic

Izzettin Kahraman

General surgeon
22 years of experience

Born in Trabzon in 1972, Dr. İzzettin Kahraman began his medical studies at Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine in 1989 and earned his Medical Doctor degree in 1995. Following two years as a general practitioner, he embarked on his specialization training in 1997. He completed his residency at Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital, becoming a General Surgery Specialist in 2002.

Dr. Kahraman worked as a General Surgery Specialist in public hospitals, including Trabzon Numune Hospital and Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, for 13 years. From 2016 to 2018, he served as a Lecturer at University of Health Sciences. In 2019, he transitioned to the private sector, continuing his career in private hospitals.

Throughout his career, Dr. Kahraman has engaged in a wide range of training programs both in Turkey and abroad. In 2007, he earned a Surgical Endoscopy Certificate and furthered his expertise in laparoscopic hernia treatments in Hamburg, Germany, in 2008. He also completed a course on Nutrition Practices and Training at Ondokuz Mayis University and a specialized course in laparoscopic hernia repair in Istanbul in 2010.

In 2011, after completing the "Emergency Surgery" course in Istanbul organized by the European Society for Trauma and Emergency Surgery (ESTES), Dr. Kahraman received training in SILS (Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery) Cholecystectomy at Gazi University in Ankara. Since then, he has specialized in advanced laparoscopic techniques, with a particular focus on endoscopy, gastric diseases, obesity, and metabolic surgery.

In 2021, Dr. Kahraman obtained certificates in Ozone Therapy and Mesotherapy from Medipol University. 

Since 2023, he has been serving at Estexper Clinic, Istanbul.

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