Page 2 - Best Rectal cancer doctors: TOP 115 doctors

Abdullah Sakin brings extensive experience in medical oncology, currently practicing at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Specializes in rectal cancer treatment with a focus on personalized care
• Held leadership roles including Head of Medical Oncology Department
• Trained at top institutions like Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Ferentinos heads the Radiation Oncology Department at German Oncology Center, specializing in rectal cancer treatment with a focus on precision techniques.

• Over 13 years of experience of radiation oncology experience
• Specializes in interventional radiation oncology for rectal tumors
• Holds a doctoral degree from Johann Wolfgang Goethe University
• Currently pursuing a Master's in Healthcare Business Studies

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. Osama Abdel Mohimen Mohamed is Head of the Hematology Unit at Shefaa Al Orman Oncology Hospitals. He is also a consultant in medical oncology and hematology at Shefa El Orman Hospital (NGO), Luxor (2019–present).

He diagnoses and treats acute and chronic leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes, and myeloproliferative neoplasms. He also manages complications of solid tumors.

Background: He served at the National Cancer Institute, Cairo University, as a medical oncology resident, then demonstrator and assistant lecturer (2008–2022). Earlier, he was a house officer (2006–2007). He also held specialist roles at Al Salam International, Al Molalmen, and BAHEYA Oncology Center (NGO).

Memberships: ESMO (2008–present). American Society of Bone Marrow Transplantation (2009). ASH (2010).

Dr. Sinan Karaaslan specializes in rectal cancer with 900+ procedures performed and 29 years of experience of experience at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Board-certified medical oncologist with expertise in colorectal and urogenital cancers
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Society and Turkish Lung Cancer Society
• Provides online consultations in Turkish for international patients
• Trained at Istanbul University's Cerrahpaşa Medical School – one of Turkey's leading institutions

Ranked first in Turkey's Medical Oncology Proficiency Exam, Dr. Keskin specializes in personalized cancer therapy using advanced genetic mapping.

• Over 900+ procedures performed with 25 years of experience of experience
• Pioneer in immunotherapy and targeted therapy for complex cancers
• Founder and head of Oncology Center at Memorial Şişli
• Published 42+ articles in international journals
• Member of ASCO and ESMO

Professor Yesim Yildirim has performed 900+ oncological procedures. She is a professor and a specialist in cancer immunotherapy and targeted therapies at Anadolu Medical Center.

• 22 years of experience of experience in medical oncology
• Author of over 80 international and national publications and books
• ESMO-certified after passing their rigorous examination
• Completes advanced oncology courses and holds an MBA in healthcare management

Specialist Dr. Rahib Hasanov brings international experience from Houston Methodist Hospital and focuses on personalized oncology treatments.

• Completed Medical Oncology fellowship at Marmara University
• Specializes in gastrointestinal tumors, including rectal cancer
• Incorporates modern treatments like immunotherapies and targeted therapies
• Attends national and international oncology congresses regularly

Prof. Sadi Kerem Okutur has published over 20 papers and 10 book chapters focused on medical oncology, making him a key contributor to the field.

• Over a decade of experience as a medical oncologist
• Awarded the 2012 Oncology Research Award by the Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology
• Associate Professorship in medical oncology

Specializes in advanced peritoneal and pelvic cancer surgery at Centro Médico Teknon – a leader in complex oncological procedures.

• Over 24 years of experience focused on peritoneal and pelvic oncology
• Active researcher and speaker at international cancer surgery congresses
• Member of multiple prestigious surgical oncology associations
• Performs both traditional and robotic-assisted procedures

A specialist in peritoneal carcinomatosis – a complex pattern of advanced abdominal cancer. Dr. Bijelic trained directly under a world-renowned expert in this field.

• American Board of Surgery certified oncological surgeon.
• Expert member of the American Society of Peritoneal Surface Malignancies.
• Performs cytoreductive surgery with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC).
• Former Research Director at Inova Fairfax Hospital in the USA.
• Holds multiple academic awards for surgical excellence and research.

Prof. Sezer Saglam specializes in gastrointestinal oncology with over 29 years of experience of experience at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Professor of Medical Oncology since 2016
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and European Neuroendocrine Tumour Society
• Works at one of Turkey's leading cancer centers

Dr. Mehmet Doğu Canoğlu is a radiation oncologist. He graduated from Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his residency in radiation oncology at Kocaeli University from 2006 to 2012.

He completed his compulsory service at Diyarbakır Training and Research Hospital. He then worked at Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital and at Medipol Mega University Hospital from 2015 to 2017. Since 2017, he has been a radiation oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center.

Leads the Medical Oncology Division at Sourasky Medical Center, a major Israeli hospital. He brings specialized experience from treating complex cancer cases.

• Board-certified in both oncology and internal medicine
• Treats a wide range of gastrointestinal cancers
• Utilizes the latest evidence-based systemic therapies
• Skilled in managing complex treatment regimens and side effects
• Trained at Ben Gurion University of the Negev

The doctor graduated from Ankara University Medical School and completed residency training in internal medicine at Ankara GATA Medical School. Specializing in medical oncology and hematology, the doctor completed a clinical fellowship in the USA. A pioneer in Turkey, the doctor was part of the team that performed the first bone marrow transplantation in the country. The doctor has served as a visiting lecturer at prestigious institutions in London and Switzerland. Holding the European Medical Oncology Certificate, the doctor is a founding member of both The Turkish Society of Medical Oncology and the Turkish Oncology Group. The clinical focus includes breast, gastrointestinal, lung cancers, lymphomas, and myeloma.

Prof. Zielinski leads Austria's largest oncology department and founded the Comprehensive Cancer Center Vienna, specializing in personalized rectal cancer treatments.

• Over 44 years of experience of experience in medical oncology and hematology
• Head of the Clinical Division of Oncology at Vienna General Hospital
• Pioneer in cancer immunotherapy and individualized therapies
• President of the Central European Cooperative Oncology Group

Prof. Elke Jaeger specializes in advanced treatment methods for colorectal cancer at Nordwest Clinic. Recognized as one of Germany's top oncologists by Focus magazine.

• 41 years of experience of experience in oncology and hematology
• Performed over 900 oncology procedures
• Head of Oncology and Hematology at Nordwest Clinic
• Specializes in sarcoma and colorectal cancer treatment

Dr. Fox leads treatment at a certified interdisciplinary cancer center, combining chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and molecular diagnostics for rectal cancer.

• Specialized in haematology, oncology, and immunology since 2011
• Chief Physician at BKZ Solingen’s certified cancer center
• Active in molecular biology research for innovative treatments
• Member of American Association for Cancer Research

Professor Keil specializes in diagnostic and interventional radiology for rectal cancer, using advanced imaging techniques like MRI and CT.

• Graduated with honors from Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg
• Deepened expertise under renowned Professor Rolf W. Günther at University Hospital Aachen
• Chief Physician of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology at Academic Hospital Solingen
• Specializes in cross-sectional imaging and full-range interventional radiology