Rectal Cancer Doctors Worldwide

Dr. Necdet Uskent is a medical oncologist and hematologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He was part of the pioneering team that performed Turkey's first bone marrow transplant. Dr. Uskent holds the European Medical Oncology Certificate and focuses on breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. He works at a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Founder of the Turkish Oncology Group (TOG).
• A founding member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology.
• Served as a visiting lecturer at Royal Free and University College Hospital in London.
• Treats complex hematological conditions including lymphomas and myeloma.

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

Dr. Cengiz Dibekoglu performed the first robotic general surgery operation in Turkey. He is a specialist in laparoscopy and robotic procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. Dr. Dibekoglu focuses on colorectal, gastrointestinal, and weight loss surgeries. He trained at Marmara University and Istanbul University.

• Specializes in Da Vinci robotic gastroectomy, gastric sleeve, and bypass surgeries.
• Treats complex conditions including hiatal hernias, pancreatic cysts, and liver hemangiomas.
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery.
• Former Acting Head of the General Surgery Department at Kadir Has University.

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

• Over 24 years 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 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

Associate Professor Dr. Yusuf Acikgoz brings advanced training from Ohio State University to rectal cancer care at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital.

• Specializes in Medical Oncology with 10 years of experience
• Participated in groundbreaking Phase III clinical trials like CheckMate-649
• Certified in Good Clinical Practice and cutting-edge research methods
• Member of American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

Heads the Colorectal Surgery Department at Israel's Sourasky Medical Center – a senior authority focused exclusively on abdominal cancers.

• Over 35 years of experience in abdominal surgery
• Expert in minimally invasive and open surgery techniques
• Highly skilled in performing the complex Whipple procedure
• Specializes in surgeries for cancers of the colon and rectum

Dr. Tulchinsky is a specialist in colorectal cancer surgery at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov). She is the Director of The Colon and Rectum Surgery Unit.

• Extensive experience with minimally invasive laparoscopic bowel resections
• Specializes in restorative surgery for rectal cancer and familial polyposis
• Leads one of Israel's top colorectal surgery and proctology units

Director of Oncology Hospitalization at Tel Aviv's Sourasky Medical Center – a senior oncologist leading patient care.

• Specialist in internal medicine and oncology with over 26 years of experience
• Primary researcher in key phase 1-3 oncology clinical trials
• Uses insights from advanced research for patient treatment plans
• Completes all training and clinical work at leading Israeli hospitals

Dr. Topcu specializes in rectal cancer treatment with international training at MD Anderson Cancer Center and Sunnybrook Odette Cancer Center.

• Medical oncology specialist with 18 years of experience
• Trained at top cancer centers in the USA and Canada
• Works with various gastrointestinal cancers including rectal cancer
• Member of Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Elkhan Mammadov is a medical oncologist. He focuses on cancer diagnosis and treatment, including cytotoxic chemotherapy, hormone therapy, targeted therapy (smart drugs), and immunotherapy.

Education: Azerbaijan Medical University, MD (2004–2010). Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Internal Medicine training (2014–2019). Istanbul Medipol Mega University Hospital, Medical Oncology subspecialty training (2019–2022).

Experience: 5 years in Internal Medicine. 3 years in Medical Oncology.

Memberships: Turkish Society for Medical Oncology. ESMO (European Society for Medical Oncology). ASCO (American Society of Clinical Oncology).

Prof. Wolfgang Köstler is a leading Austrian oncologist specializing in individualized cancer therapy, with over two decades of experience at Wiener Privatklinik.

• Expert in targeted therapies for breast and gynecologic cancers
• Senior consultant at Medical University of Vienna's oncology division
• Published extensively on biomarker development and tumor biology
• Focuses on personalized medicine and immunotherapy approaches

Considered one of Israel's top Whipple surgeons – a complex cancer surgery – and Chairman of Surgery at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Over 42 years of experience in gastrointestinal surgery
• Specialist in colorectal and pancreatic cancer procedures
• Leads the surgical department at a major university hospital

Dr. Liu Shi Xin is the Vice Chairman of the Radiation Oncology Branch of the Chinese Medical Association. He serves as the Discipline Leader of the Oncology Center at Xiamen Humanity Hospital. Dr. Liu specializes in precision radiotherapy for thoracic and abdominal cancers. He is a recipient of the State Council Special Government Allowance for his medical contributions.

• Highly proficient in IMRT, VMAT, and SBRT for lung and esophageal cancers.
• Former President of Jilin Provincial Cancer Hospital.
• Awarded the National Famous Doctor honor for outstanding contributions to oncology.
• Holds leadership roles in the Chinese Anti-Cancer Association particle therapy committee.

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

49 years specializing in virotherapy – Dr. Jaunalksne leads the Clinical Immunology Center at Pauls Stradins Clinical University Hospital.

• Head of Clinical Immunology Center at a major university hospital
• Graduate of Riga Medical Institute with internship in Internal Medicine
• Focuses on cutting-edge immunological approaches

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