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Best Lung cancer doctors: TOP 125 doctors

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Bülent Karagöz

  • 4.6 Excellent 513 reviews
  • 33 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Professor Bülent Karagöz specializes in lung cancer treatment using immunotherapy and targeted therapies at Anadolu Medical Center.

    • Over 20 years of experience in medical oncology
    • Expert in tumor biology and immunology
    • Professor at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Medicine
    • Author of 40+ publications in cancer research
    • Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association
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CyberKnife
$6,000 - $9,000
Radiotherapy for lung cancer
$12,000 - $18,000
Lobectomy
$17,965.68 - $29,942.8
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Serkan Keskin

  • 4.7 Excellent 349 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
  • Prof. Serkan Keskin has performed 1,100+ procedures with 28 years of oncology experience, specializing in chemotherapy at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

    • Ranked 1st in Turkey's Medical Oncology Proficiency Exam
    • Specialized in Medical Oncology at Istanbul University Institute of Oncology
    • Member of ASCO and ESMO, recognized globally
    • Recipient of Best Poster Award at National Cancer Congress
    • Utilizes targeted therapy and immunotherapy alongside chemotherapy
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Pneumonectomy
$1,200 - $1,200
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Eda Tanrikulu

  • 4.6 Excellent 513 reviews
  • 21 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Professor Eda Tanrikulu Simsek has performed over 900 procedures and specializes in medical oncology at Anadolu Medical Center.

    • 20 years of experience in oncology
    • Former head of medical oncology at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
    • Member of multiple international oncological associations
    • Author of numerous articles in international journals
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CyberKnife
$6,000 - $9,000
Radiotherapy for lung cancer
$12,000 - $18,000
Lobectomy
$17,965.68 - $29,942.8
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Mustafa Solak

  • 4.6 Excellent 205 reviews
  • 20 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • 17 years as a clinical oncologist – Dr. Solak specializes in lung cancer at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

    • Fellowship-trained at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
    • Worked at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
    • Handles complex cases including breast, testicular, and gastrointestinal cancers
    • Graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
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Lobectomy
$9,600 - $9,600
Immunotherapy with Keytruda (Pembolizumab)
$5,800 - $6,000
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Suleyman Alici

  • 4.6 Excellent 205 reviews
  • 35 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Prof. Dr. Suleyman Alici leads the medical oncology team at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, specializing in lung cancer treatments.

    • Title as Professor indicates high academic and clinical standing
    • Focused specifically on medical oncology treatments
    • Consults at a major international hospital in Turkey
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Lobectomy
$9,600 - $9,600
Immunotherapy with Keytruda (Pembolizumab)
$5,800 - $6,000
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Yesim Yildirim

  • 4.6 Excellent 513 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Professor Yesim Yildirim specializes in lung cancer immunotherapy and targeted therapies, combining clinical expertise with academic research at Anadolu Medical Center.

    • Authored 80+ publications, including contributions to cancer treatment handbooks
    • Member of ESMO and ESO – leading European oncology associations
    • Fellowship at Mount Vernon Cancer Center in London for immunooncology
    • Professor at Haliç University, training future oncologists
  • Read more
CyberKnife
$6,000 - $9,000
Radiotherapy for lung cancer
$12,000 - $18,000
Lobectomy
$17,965.68 - $29,942.8
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Find out about the best doctors here

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

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Gorkem Turkkan

  • 4.6 Excellent 205 reviews
  • 17 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Over 2,500 radiotherapy sessions completed with MR-Linac – Assoc. Prof. Turkkan specializes in advanced radiation treatments at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

    • Expert in stereotactic radiotherapy and MRI-guided treatments
    • Member of European Society of Radiotherapy and Oncology
    • Published 27 articles on radiation oncology
    • Clinical researcher at Maastricht University's MAASTRO Clinic
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Lobectomy
$9,600 - $9,600
Immunotherapy with Keytruda (Pembolizumab)
$5,800 - $6,000
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Hale Basak Caglar

  • 4.6 Excellent 513 reviews
  • 21 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Prof. Hale Basak Caglar specializes in advanced radiation oncology techniques at Anadolu Medical Center, focusing on lung cancer treatments.

    • Director of Radiation Oncology since 2017
    • Expert in CyberKnife and Gamma Knife radiosurgery
    • Board member of the Radiosurgery Society
    • Professor at Medipol University's Radiation Oncology Department
    • Member of ASTRO, ESTRO, and EORTC
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CyberKnife
$6,000 - $9,000
Radiotherapy for lung cancer
$12,000 - $18,000
Lobectomy
$17,965.68 - $29,942.8
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Sadi Kerem Okutur

  • 4.7 Excellent 131 reviews
  • 20 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
  • Prof. Sadi Kerem Okutur brings over a decade of focused expertise in lung cancer treatment at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

    • Associate Professor with extensive training in medical oncology
    • Recipient of the 2012 Oncology Research Award
    • Author of 20+ papers and 10 book chapters on oncology
    • Active member of European Society for Medical Oncology
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CyberKnife
$4,750 - $6,450
Immunotherapy with Keytruda (Pembolizumab)
$12,760 - $12,760
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Ofer Merimsky

  • 4.5 Good 153 reviews
  • 41 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Professor Ofer Merimsky specializes in lung cancer and has developed innovative treatment protocols for both early-stage and advanced disease.

    • Heads the bone and soft tissue oncology department at Sourasky Medical Center
    • Uses a combination of chemotherapy and radiotherapy before surgery to shrink tumors
    • Active member of European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) sarcoma group
    • Provides video consultations for international patients
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Doctor's visit
Price on request
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Axel Stang

  • 4.6 Excellent 130 reviews
  • 30 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Germany, Hamburg, Asklepios Hospital Barmbek
  • Prof. Axel Stang is a leading expert in lung cancer treatments, conducting advanced antibody and molecular therapies at Asklepios Barmbek Clinic.

    • Head Physician of hematology and oncology since 2010
    • Specializes in radiofrequency ablation and liver embolization techniques
    • Author of research on metastatic colon cancer treatments
    • Member of ESMO and German Cancer Society
    • Supervisor at DEGUM for ultrasound in medicine
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Da Vinci Robotic System
$21,558.82 - $26,349.66
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Hasan Mutlu

  • 4.5 Good 6 reviews
  • 27 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
  • Dr. Hasan Mutlu specializes in targeted and immunotherapy for lung cancer, with training at Akdeniz University and in the USA.

    • Associate Professor in Medical Oncology at Akdeniz University
    • Trained in next-generation genetic research in cancer treatment
    • Years of experience in chemotherapy and targeted therapies
    • Works at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
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Doctor's visit
Price on request
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Giampiero Negri

  • 4.6 Excellent 65 reviews
  • Italy, Milan, San Raffaele
  • Associate Professor of Thoracic Surgery and Head of Mini-Invasive Thoracic Surgery Unit at San Raffaele Institute – specializes in minimally invasive techniques for lung conditions.

    • Member of European Board in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
    • Author of over 200 scientific publications in thoracic surgery
    • Treats lung, pleural, and mediastinal disorders with advanced techniques
    • Active member of Italian Society of Thoracic Surgery and Thoracic Endoscopy
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Doctor's visit
Price on request
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Nadia Di Muzio

  • 4.6 Excellent 65 reviews
  • 33 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Italy, Milan, San Raffaele
  • Professor Di Muzio leads the Radiotherapy Department at Milan's San Raffaele Hospital, specializing in high-precision radiation techniques.

    • Head of Radiotherapy at San Raffaele since 2008
    • Italian Coordinator of the Brachytherapy Group since 1999
    • Specialized in oncological radiotherapy with 30+ years of experience
    • Author of 200+ studies in radiation oncology
    • Trained in advanced techniques at University of Madison
  • Read more
Doctor's visit
Price on request
Info

Brenda Pastrana

  • New
  • 6 years of experience
  • Mexico, Cancún, Galenia Hospital
  • Dr. Pastrana specializes in surgical oncology at Galenia Hospital, with board certification from Conacem.

    • Board-certified surgical oncologist since 2020
    • Member of the Mexican Society of Oncology
    • University teacher at Universidad Anahuac
    • Trained at Centro Medico Nacional 20 de Noviembre
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Lung cancer surgery
$35,000 - $40,000
Wedge Resection
$20,000 - $22,000
Pneumonectomy
$35,000 - $37,000
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asawadech Sanbua

  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, Panacee Hospital Rama 2 - Integrative Chronic Disease & Regenerative Center
  • Expert in cancer treatment with oncothermia machines – Dr. Asawadech Sanbua has 5 years of specialized experience in this advanced therapy.

    • 14 years of experience in radiotherapy
    • Skilled in planning complex treatments (2D, 3D, IMRT, VMAT)
    • Provides comprehensive cancer care including chemotherapy and immunotherapy
    • Trained in palliative care at Khon Kaen University
  • Read more
Oncothermia
$4,500 - $7,500
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Eslie Perez

  • New
  • 12 years of experience
  • Mexico, Puerto Vallarta, Holistic Bio Spa®
  • Head of Teaching at Puerto Vallarta Regional Hospital – Dr. Perez combines medical expertise with educational leadership.

    • General practitioner with 7+ years in private practice
    • Specialized in minimally invasive surgical procedures
    • Certified in biomagnetism by Higher Institute of Biomagnetism
    • Experienced in laser treatments and dermatological procedures
  • Read more
Doctor's visit
Price on request
Info

Prof. Sezer Sağlam

  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • 27 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • As a professor in medical oncology, Prof. Sezer Sağlam brings 20+ years of expertise in lung cancer treatments.

    • Specializes in gastrointestinal oncology, a crucial area for lung cancer complications
    • Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's top medical schools
    • Active member of ESMO and ASCO — follows international treatment protocols
    • Leads the Medical Oncology Department at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital
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Doctor's visit
Price on request
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Sefik Igdem

  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • 30 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Sefik Igdem specializes in radiation oncology with advanced treatments like Truebeam Stx. He brings years of expertise to lung cancer care.

    • Professor at T.R. Demiroğlu Bilim University
    • Expert in conformal radiation treatments
    • Uses cutting-edge Halcyon technology
    • Specializes in head and neck cancers
    • Practices at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Read more
Doctor's visit
Price on request
Info

Abdullah Sakin

  • 4.5 Good 2 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital
  • Assoc. Prof. Abdullah Sakin leads the Medical Oncology Department at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, specializing in lung cancer treatment.

    • Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University
    • Specialized in Medical Oncology at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
    • Over 10 years of experience in oncology
    • Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association
  • Read more
Radiotherapy for lung cancer
$4,000 - $6,000
Lung cancer surgery
$15,000 - $20,000
Lobectomy
$12,000 - $18,000
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Bookimed Insights: Top Lung cancer Specialists in the World ()

Bookimed has coordinated 2683 requests for Lung cancer treatment globally, collaborating with 125 top-rated specialists. The doctors in this table are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, and patient outcomes. The global ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases and current programs from our partner clinics.
DoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
33 years of experienceImmunotherapy and targeted therapySpecializes in cutting-edge lung cancer treatments like immunotherapy and targeted therapy. Professor with extensive research background and leadership in medical oncology.
Turkey
Price on request
25 years of experienceAdvanced chemotherapy treatmentsRanked top in national oncology exams, with expertise in targeted therapies. ASCO & ESMO member, awarded researcher with 1,100+ procedures performed.
Turkey
from $150
21 years of experienceAdvanced lung cancer casesSpecializes in medical oncology with 900+ procedures performed. Former head of medical oncology at a major training hospital. Published researcher in international journals.
Turkey
from $160
20 years of experienceLung cancer casesSpecializes in lung cancer with fellowship training at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute. Worked at MD Anderson Cancer Center – a global leader in oncology.
Turkey
from $100
35 years of experienceAdvanced lung cancer casesSpecializes in medical oncology for lung cancer with high academic credentials. Consults at a leading international hospital.
Turkey
Price on request
22 years of experienceImmunotherapy & targeted therapiesPioneer in lung cancer immunotherapy with ESMO certification. Contributed to international cancer treatment guidelines through 80+ publications.
Turkey
from $250
17 years of experienceAdvanced radiation therapySpecializes in MR-Linac and stereotactic radiotherapy – rare expertise in Turkey. ESTRO member with research at Maastricht University's proton therapy center.
Turkey
Price on request
21 years of experienceAdvanced lung cancer radiation therapySpecializes in precision radiation techniques like CyberKnife and Gamma Knife. Board member of Radiosurgery Society and active in international oncology organizations.
Turkey
from $165
20 years of experienceAdvanced lung cancer casesSpecializes in complex lung cancer treatments with immunotherapy expertise. Recognized researcher with ESMO membership and academic contributions.
Turkey
from $130
41 years of experienceAdvanced lung cancer casesDeveloped unique lung cancer protocols combining chemo-radiotherapy. Heads bone/soft tissue oncology at Sourasky. ESMO faculty member for sarcoma treatments.
Israel
from $950