Best oncologists in Istanbul: TOP 171 doctors

900+ oncology procedures – Prof. Bülent Karagöz specializes in tumor biology and immunotherapy at Anadolu Medical Center.

• 20+ years of experience in medical oncology
• Expert in sarcoma, lymphoma, and targeted therapies
• Professor at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Medicine
• Author of 40+ publications in cancer research

Prof. MD Zafer Gulbas is one of Turkey's top lymphoma doctors and founded the Bone Marrow Transplantation Center at Anadolu.

• Specializes in bone marrow transplants – a leading expert in the field
• Director of medical oncology at Anadolu Medical Center since 2005
• Trained at renowned centers including MD Anderson and Fred Hutchinson

Ranked 1st in Turkey's Medical Oncology Proficiency Exam – Dr. Keskin brings 28+ years of expertise to personalized cancer therapy at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Performed 1,100+ procedures including advanced immunotherapy
• Pioneers genetic mapping with NGS analysis for tailored treatments
• Member of ASCO and ESMO – leading global oncology societies
• Awarded Best Poster at the National Cancer Congress

Ranked 3rd in Turkey's medical oncology exam – Dr. Tanrikulu specializes in chemotherapy and immunotherapy at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Led international clinical studies for advanced cancer treatments
• Former head of medical oncology at Haydarpaşa Numune Training Hospital
• Specializes in targeted therapies for lung, breast, and prostate cancers
• Trained at top Turkish universities including Marmara University

Medical Oncology Specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital with expertise in advanced cancer treatments.

• Faculty member at Üsküdar University's Internal Medicine Department
• Specializes in medical oncology with over 10 years of experience
• Works at one of Turkey's leading oncology centers

Dr. Ilker Tinay leads the urology department at Anadolu Medical Center, specializing in minimally invasive techniques for urological cancers.

• Expert in robotic and laparoscopic urological surgeries
• Holds leadership roles in major urooncology associations
• Specializes in bladder-sparing techniques and reconstructive surgery
• Fluent in English and German for international patients

Dr. Mustafa Solak specializes in gastrointestinal cancers, trained at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute and MD Anderson Cancer Center – a global leader in oncology.

• Completed fellowship at one of Turkey's top cancer institutes
• Handles complex cases including esophageal carcinoma
• Board-certified in medical oncology with extensive experience
• Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental – a JCI-accredited facility

Prof. Dr. Tayfun Apuhan has over 200 scientific publications and trained in Head and Neck Surgery at The Ohio State University.

• Founder of the ENT department at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
• Specializes in complex head and neck tumor surgeries with reconstructive techniques
• Expert in endoscopic and microscopic surgical procedures
• Trained in facial aesthetic surgery at University Medical Center Hamburg

Dr. Berberoglu has performed 900+ radioiodine treatments, using personalized dosimetry techniques at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine
• Member of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine
• International training in Germany and the US
• Associate Professor specializing in diagnostics

900+ thyroid cancer procedures performed – Dr. Kemal Rasa specializes in minimally invasive surgery at Anadolu Medical Center.

• 20+ years of experience in general surgery
• President of the Surgical Infection Society - Europe
• Author of the National Surgical Infections Prevention Guide
• Member of multiple prestigious surgical societies including WSES
• Lecturer at Hacettepe University's General Surgery Department

Over 2,500 MR-Linac radiotherapy sessions completed – Assoc. Prof. Turkkan is a pioneer in MRI-guided treatments at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specializes in stereotactic and precision radiotherapy techniques
• Member of European Society of Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO)
• Published 27 articles and led research at Maastricht University
• Associate Professor with ongoing TÜBİTAK research projects

Prof. Peker has performed over 400 pancreatic and gastric cancer surgeries – specializing in complex hepatopancreatobiliary procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Trained at Mayo Clinic's hepatopancreatobiliary surgery unit
• Founder of a dedicated HPB surgery training unit in Turkey
• Holds additional doctorate in medical biology and aging
• Performs both open and endoscopic approaches

Certified da Vinci robotic surgeon since 2013 – Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ozbasli specializes in minimally invasive gynecologic oncology procedures with 21+ years of experience.

• Associate professor at Acıbadem University training future OBGYN specialists
• Performs robotic and laparoscopic surgeries for gynecologic cancers
• Published in international medical journals on surgical outcomes
• Advanced training includes observership at New York University

Dr. Akgun specializes in radiation oncology at Memorial Şişli Hospital, one of Turkey's leading medical centers.

• Over 15 years of experience in radiation oncology
• Works with advanced radiation therapy techniques
• Member of Turkish Radiation Oncology Society
• Previously trained at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine

After graduating from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 2000, he  

completed his specialization in Gynecology & Obstetrics at Başkent University Faculty of  

Medicine in 2006. He completed his compulsory state service in Nevşehir Ürgüp for 1year

and his military service in Edremit Military Hospital for 1 year. In 2009, he worked as a  

clinical observer in Israel Tel Aviv Chaim Seba Medical Center for 4 months. Between 2009-

2015, he worked as an Obstetrics and Gynecology Specialist at Adana Başkent Hospital.  

Between 2015-2018, he received specialization training in Gynecologic Oncology Surgery at  

Marmara University Faculty of Medicine. During his training, he worked as a clinical observer  

for 2 months in the gynecological oncology center of Charite University Berlin, Germany.  

After completing his subspeciality training, he successfully passed the European Society of  

Gynecologic Oncology (ESGO) exam in Athens in 2019. Between July 2018 and October 2024,  

he worked as a gynecologic oncology surgery specialist at Health Sciences University  

Umraniye Training and Research Hospital. During this period, he completed the DaVinci

Robotic Surgery course and received a robotic surgeon certificate. In 2024, he received the  

title of Associate Professor.  

Dr Cem Yalcinkaya has experience in gynecologic oncologic surgeries, and other basic and  

advanced gynecologic procedures. He is particularly interested in fertility sparing surgeries,  

laparoscopic and robotic surgical procedures.

Education:  

Post Doctorate of Medicine : Marmara University, Gynecologic Oncology Department 2015-

2018, Istanbul

Specialisation in Medicine : Baskent University, Medicine Faculty, Gynecology&Obstetrics  

Department 2001-2006, Ankara

Medical Faculty : Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medicine Faculty 1994-2000, Istanbul

Work Experience:  

May 2006-October 2007: Urgup State Hospital (Gyn&Ob Compulsory Service)

July 2008-July 2009: Edremit Military Hospital (Military Service)

November 2009-April 2015: Adana Başkent University Hospital Gyn&Ob Department

May 2015-May2018: Marmara University Gynecologic Oncology Residency Program  

July 2018-September 2024: Umraniye Training & Research Hospital

November 2024- Recent: Anadolu Medical Center  

Experience Abroad:

August 2009-November 2009: Tel Hashomer Chaim Sheba Medical Center, ISRAEL  

July 2014-July 2014: Hamburg Asklepios Clinic, GERMANY  

February 2018-March 2018: Berlin Charite Hospital, GERMANY

Memberships to Scientific Organizations:  

ESGO-European Society of Gyneacological Oncology (membership since 2015)

TRSGO-Turkish Society of Gynecologic Oncology (membership since 2016)

Foreign Language: English  

National- International Exams: ESGO Exam Certificate (2019 )

Specializes in minimally invasive cancer surgeries at Anadolu Medical Center – a leading JCI-accredited hospital in Turkey.

• 15+ years of surgical experience in top Turkish hospitals
• Trained in cytoreduction and HIPEC for metastatic cancers
• Member of European Society of Coloproctology
• Expert in advanced laparoscopic and endoscopic techniques
• Completed specialized training in interventional endoscopy

FEBU-certified by the European Association of Urology, Dr. Sertkaya specializes exclusively in Andrology with a strong focus on male reproductive health.

• Associate Professor of Urology with over 15 years of experience
• Founder of Andro Expertise Men's Health and Aesthetics Center
• Performs surgeries with leading Andrology professors worldwide
• Specializes in prostate and testicular cancer surgeries

Dr. Adnan Isgor has published 200+ articles and authored 4 books on surgical oncology, with a focus on thyroid and gastrointestinal cancers at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• 40+ years of experience in oncological surgeries
• Specializes in thyroidectomy and advanced laparoscopy techniques
• Founder of the Istanbul Surgical Association
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons