Best Thyroid cancer doctors in Istanbul: TOP 42 doctors

Dr. Bülent Karagöz is a top Turkish medical oncologist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in tumor biology and immunotherapy.

• Professor at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Medicine
• Head of Medical Oncology at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Published over 40 papers in cancer research

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

• 28 years of experience in general surgery
• Specializes in thyroid, pancreatic, and breast cancer surgery
• President of the Surgical Infection Society - Europe
• Trained at University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins
• Certified by European Society for Medical Oncology

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

Dr. Eda Tanrikulu specializes in medical oncology and chemotherapy at Anadolu Medical Center, with a focus on thyroid cancer.

• Completed medical oncology training at Marmara University
• Served as head of medical oncology at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Participated in multiple international clinical studies
• Ranked 3rd in Turkey in minor specialty exam

Mustafa Solak specializes in cancer treatment, having completed his fellowship at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute. He works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Expertise in breast, testicular, ovarian, lung, head-neck, and gastrointestinal cancers
• Trained at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Completed residency at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital

With 41 years of surgical experience, Dr. Isgor is a specialist in oncological surgeries and a leading surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Focuses specifically on thyroid cancer and parathyroid diseases
• Has published around 200 articles on surgical treatments
• Member of the prestigious American College of Surgeons
• Founder of the Istanbul Surgical Association
• Performs advanced techniques including thyroidectomy and laparoscopy

Prof. Hüseyin Baloğlu is a pathology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center in Gebze, Kocaeli, Turkey. He focuses on molecular pathology, surgical pathology, and tumour biopsy and diagnostics.

Education and accreditations: MD, GATA Medical School (1986). Pathology specialty training, GATA (1992). Associate Professor (Doçent), GATA (2004). Visiting scholar at Albert Einstein College of Medicine (New York) and Heidelberg University.

Achievements: author of over 600 peer‑reviewed publications. Holds a patent in molecular diagnostics for thyroid cancer. Leads liquid biopsy and precision oncology services.

Prof. Sezer Sağlam is a professor in medical oncology with extensive experience in thyroid cancer treatment at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained at Istanbul University's Oncology Institute
• Specializes in gastrointestinal oncology
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Over 20 years of professional experience in oncology

Dr. Yahya Ozel specializes in endocrine surgery with advanced training in minimally invasive techniques. He brings decades of expertise to thyroid cancer cases.

• Trained in Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery at Tokyo University Hospital
• Certified in surgical endoscopy and advanced laparoscopic techniques
• Academic faculty member contributing to medical education
• Works with robotic surgery for precise interventions

Professor Doctor Sefik Igdem leads in thyroid cancer treatment at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, specializing in head and neck cancers.

• Over 25 years of radiation oncology expertise
• Specializes in Truebeam Stx Technology and Halcyons
• Previously taught at Demiroğlu Bilim University
• Background includes training at Istanbul University
• Focuses on conformal treatments for precision

Assoc. Prof. Abdullah Sakin leads the Medical Oncology Department at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, specializing in thyroid cancer treatment.

• Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University
• Trained at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Over a decade of experience in medical oncology
• Specializes in complex thyroid cancer cases

Associate Professor Emine Yildirim specializes in thyroid cancer surgery at Atlas University Hospital with over 20 years of experience.

• Expert in breast-conserving surgery techniques
• Published multiple research papers on thyroid and breast cancer
• Certified in advanced breast cancer surgery techniques
• Member of international breast cancer research groups

Dr. Sinan Karaaslan — Medical Oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center (since 2014). He treats breast, colorectal, and genitourinary cancers; in medical oncology since 2003. Member of the Turkish Medical Association, the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology, and the Turkish Lung Cancer Society.

Why patients choose and trust Dr. Karaaslan:

• Manages complex cases of breast, colorectal, and genitourinary cancers — applies modern systemic therapy tailored to the tumor type and stage.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association, the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology, and the Turkish Lung Cancer Society.
• Author of numerous peer-reviewed articles and patient education materials on chemo- and immunotherapy.
• Practices at a center with ESMO Designated Centre status and JCI accreditation, within a strategic collaboration with Johns Hopkins Medicine International — one of the leading U.S. medical institutions. For patients, this means care aligned with U.S. protocols and the use of advanced equipment.

Professor Yildirim is a medical oncologist and author, contributing to international oncology handbooks on precision medicine and immunotherapy.

• An ESMO-certified specialist working at Anadolu Medical Center since 2011
• Subspecializes in advanced treatments like immunotherapy and targeted therapies
• Holds a professorship and lectures at Halic University
• Author of more than 80 publications and book chapters
• Completed advanced oncology training at Rambam Medical Centre in Israel

Prof. Şeref Kömürcü is an ECFMG and ESMO-certified medical and breast oncologist with over 20 years of experience. He specializes in solid cancer, breast cancer, colorectal and lung cancer treatment and has held teaching and scientific positions throughout his career. He is a member of several professional organizations.

Specialist Dr. Rahib Hasanov trained at Houston Methodist Hospital and specializes in personalized oncology treatments, including immunotherapies and targeted therapies.

• Completed Medical Oncology fellowship at Marmara University
• Expert in modern treatments like smart drugs
• Regularly treats international patients from Europe and the US
• Focuses on patient-centered, ethical care

Specializes in thyroid cancer treatment, providing focused endocrine care at the Anadolu Medical Center.

• An experienced endocrinologist managing hormonal and glandular disorders
• Provides specialized oncology and endocrine services at Anadolu
• Offers comprehensive diagnostic and treatment planning consultations

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.

Professor of Medical Oncology with 15+ years of dedicated experience at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialized in gastrointestinal oncology
• Member of ESMO and ASCO – leading oncology societies
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University Oncology Institute