Best Lung cancer Doctors Worldwide — TOP 142

Professor Bülent Karagöz specializes in lung cancer treatment using immunotherapy and targeted therapies at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Over 33 years of experience 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

Professor Eda Tanrikulu Simsek has performed over 900 procedures and specializes in medical oncology at Anadolu Medical Center.

• 21 years of experience 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

20 years of experience 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

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

Dr. Banu Atalar is a professor and radiation oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. She is an Honorary Fellow of the American College of Radiology (H.FACR). She completed a clinical research fellowship in stereotactic radiosurgery at Stanford University. Stereotactic radiosurgery and MR-guided adaptive SRS make up 75% of her clinical practice.

• President of the Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology.
• Chair of the ESTRO National Societies Committee.
• Recipient of the ASCO International Development and Education Award.
• Author of over 70 international peer-reviewed publications.

Dr. Huseyin Baloglu is a pathologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Turkey. He leads liquid biopsy and precision oncology services. Dr. Baloglu holds a patent for molecular diagnostics in thyroid cancer treatment. He completed training at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Heidelberg University.

• Authored over 600 peer-reviewed publications in molecular and surgical pathology.
• Specializes in tumor biopsy, immunohistochemistry, and genetic mutation testing.
• Treats complex oncological cases, including glioblastoma and rare sarcomas.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

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

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

Dr. Onder Surgit is a professor of general surgery at Optimed International Hospital. He is a surgical instructor at the Advanced Medical Technologies Training Center (ITEM). Dr. Surgit treats cancer, obesity, and complex gastrointestinal conditions. He applies laparoscopic techniques for weight loss and tumor removal.

• Specializes in bariatric surgery including gastric sleeve, bypass, and balloon procedures.
• Performs oncological surgeries for breast, lung, stomach, and colon cancer.
• Served as a faculty member at Turgut Ozal and Atilim Universities.
• Works at AACI-accredited Optimed International Hospital in Tekirdag, Turkey.

Expert in cancer treatment with oncothermia machines – Dr. Asawadech Sanbua has 19 years of experience of specialized experience in this advanced therapy.

• 19 years of experience 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

As a professor in medical oncology, Prof. Sezer Sağlam brings 27 years of experience 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

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

Dr. Osama Abdel Mohimen Mohamed leads the Hematology Unit at Shefaa Al Orman Oncology Hospital. He treats complex blood cancers, including leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. Dr. Mohamed is a member of the European Society for Medical Oncology. He also holds memberships in the American Society of Hematology and ASBMT.

• Specializes in chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and bone marrow transplantation.
• Manages aggressive acute leukemia and chronic blood disorders.
• Treats complications arising from various solid tumors.
• Works at an ESMO-accredited center that handles 6,000 patients annually.

Dr. Luan Tianyan, MD, is Head of Oncology. He was recruited to Hainan Province as a high-level talent. He is a visiting scholar at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (USA). He is also Director of the Clinical Research Office at Bozheng Hengda International Hospital. He serves on the standing committees of the Clinical Research Management Committee (Southern Oncology Clinical Research Association), the Immunotherapy Committee (Hainan Provincial Anti-Cancer Association), and the Hainan Province Drug Research Committee.

He has more than 20 years of oncology practice. He provides individualized, comprehensive care for gastrointestinal tumors, lung cancer, and breast cancer. He focuses on pain management, palliative care, and psychological support in advanced cancer. He also works on the clinical use and study of tumor immunotherapy, including personalized mRNA vaccines and CAR-T therapy. He develops and applies proprietary drugs and related technologies.

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 19 years of experience of experience in oncology
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association

Dr. David Kuczer is a radiation oncologist at Amethyst Radiotherapy in Vienna. He specializes in precise cancer treatment for tumors of the prostate, breast, and brain. Dr. Kuczer presents every patient case to an interdisciplinary tumor board. This ensures each person receives a validated treatment plan from a team of experts.

• Uses the Elekta Versa HD linear accelerator for precise tumor targeting.
• Treats complex conditions including glioblastoma, lung cancer, and meningioma.
• Coordinates care within a clinic ranked among Newsweek's World's Best Hospitals 2026.
• Provides IMRT, VMAT, and stereotactic radiosurgery for high-accuracy radiation.

Head of Radiation Oncology at the German Oncology Center with over a decade of specialized experience in lung cancer treatment.

• Doctoral degree from Johann Wolfgang Goethe University
• Senior physician in Radiation Oncology at Klinikum Offenbach
• Specializes in interventional Radiation Oncology techniques
• Oversees treatment at a dedicated oncology center

Dr. Yuri Goldes is the Deputy Director of General Surgery at Sheba Medical Center. He pioneered some of Israel’s first robotic resections for stomach and pancreatic cancers. Forbes Israel named him among the nation’s best gastrointestinal surgeons. In 2019, he received the Best Doctor of the Year award from the Israeli Ministry of Health.

• Specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for pancreatic, gastric, and esophageal cancers.
• Performs minimally invasive Whipple procedures, one of the most complex abdominal operations.
• Treats benign conditions including diaphragmatic hernia, achalasia, GERD, and gallbladder disease.
• Works at Sheba Medical Center, ranked among the Top 10 hospitals worldwide by Newsweek.

Dr. Sinan Karaaslan is a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in treating breast, colorectal, and urogenital system cancers. Dr. Karaaslan brings clinical expertise from major institutions, including Medical Park and Gülhane Military Medical Academy. He works at a hospital affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Holds personal certification from the European Society for Medical Oncology.
• Treats complex conditions, including stage 4 colon and lung cancers.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology and Turkish Lung Cancer societies.
• Performs systemic therapies such as immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and chemotherapy.

Prof. Serkan Keskin has performed 1,100+ procedures with 25 years of experience 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