Best Pancreatic cancer doctors in Turkey: TOP 42 doctors

Professor Bülent Karagöz specializes in pancreatic cancer with 32 years' experience and 900+ procedures performed at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Expert in tumor biology, immunology, and targeted cancer therapies
• Professor at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Medicine
• Published 40+ papers on cancer research
• Head of Medical Oncology at major teaching hospitals
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association

Dr. Eda Tanrikulu specializes in medical oncology at Anadolu Medical Center, with 20 years of experience treating pancreatic cancer.

• Completed medical oncology training at Marmara University
• Member of the tumor board at Anadolu Medical Center
• Involved in international clinical studies in oncology
• Previously served as head of medical oncology at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital

Ranked 1st in Turkey's Medical Oncology Proficiency Exam – Dr. Keskin pioneers personalized cancer therapy using genetic mapping at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Over 900 procedures performed in 24 years of practice
• Specializes in NGS analysis of 600+ genes for tailored treatments
• Published 42 articles in international oncology journals
• Member of ASCO and ESMO – leading global oncology societies
• Recipient of Best Poster Award at National Cancer Congress

1,100+ cancer treatments performed – Dr. Mustafa Solak specializes in gastrointestinal cancers including pancreatic cancer at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• 18 years of experience in medical oncology
• Fellowship-trained at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
• Worked at MD Anderson Cancer Center – a global leader
• Focuses on breast, lung, and GI cancers

Prof. Kivanc Derya Peker has performed 400+ pancreatic and stomach cancer surgeries, with advanced training at Mayo Clinic and leadership in Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery.

• 21 years of clinical experience in gastrointestinal surgeries
• Founder of Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery unit at Dr. Sadi Konuk Hospital
• Trained general surgery and gastroenterology surgery residents in HPB techniques
• Specialized in pancreatic, gallbladder, and liver diseases surgery
• Recipient of a Turkish Surgical Association scholarship for Mayo Clinic training

Professor Yesim Yildirim specializes in gastrointestinal cancers at Anadolu Medical Center, including pancreatic cancer cases. She brings extensive research and clinical expertise to her practice.

• Over 80 international publications and co-authored medical books
• Specializes in cancer immunotherapy and targeted therapies
• Member of the European Society of Medical Oncology
• Professor at Haliç University with a focus on oncology
• Completed advanced training in the UK and Israel

Dr. Kemal Rasa specializes in pancreatic cancer surgery with over 20 years of experience. He focuses on minimally invasive techniques for better patient outcomes.

• President of the Surgical Infection Society - Europe since 2019
• Lecturer at Hacettepe University's General Surgery Department
• Author of the National Surgical Infections Prevention Guide
• Member of the World Society of Emergency Surgery

Dr. Ayhan Erdemir has worked as one of Anadolu Medical Center's top pancreatic cancer surgeons for over 18 years.

• Holds a da Vinci robotic surgery training certificate for precise procedures
• Completed advanced training in cytoreductive surgery for complex abdominal cancers
• Maintains his Turkish Surgery Qualification through regular recertification
• Previously served as an assistant professor, bringing academic expertise to patient care

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

• Completed Medical Oncology fellowship at Marmara University
• Specializes in gastrointestinal tumors, including pancreatic cancer
• Incorporates modern treatments like smart drugs into practice
• Attends international congresses to stay updated on oncology advances

Prof. Sadi Kerem Okutur brings 16 years of oncology experience, specializing in pancreatic cancer at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Associate Professor with extensive academic and clinical background
• Recipient of the Oncology Research Award by Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Published over 20 papers and 10 book chapters on medical oncology
• Member of European Society for Medical Oncology and other prestigious societies

Over 900 Whipple procedures performed – Prof. Eyüboğlu focuses exclusively on pancreatic cancer surgery at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Trained at Johns Hopkins University in the US
• 43 years of surgical oncology experience
• Lecturer at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Specializes in complex pancreatic tumor cases

Specializes in pancreatic cancer at Medical Park Antalya, trained at Akdeniz University's prestigious medical oncology program.

• Completed medical oncology specialization in 2018
• Works at Antalya's leading Medical Park hospital complex
• Over 16 years of medical experience
• Former roles at university teaching hospitals

A specialist in treating rare pancreatic tumors, Professor Yildiz has over a decade of dedicated experience in complex gastrointestinal cancers.

• Published key research on gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors
• Manages advanced and metastatic cancer cases with a comprehensive approach
• Holds a professorship at a major university hospital
• Recognized author in the journal Medical Oncology for his research

Prof. Sezer Sağlam is a professor of medical oncology specializing in pancreatic cancer, with over 15 years of focused experience in gastrointestinal oncology.

• Attending physician in gastrointestinal oncology at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Fellowship-trained in medical oncology at Istanbul University
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and ENET – leading oncology societies
• Currently practices at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul

Professor Doctor Sefik Igdem specializes in Radiation Oncology at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, focusing on advanced treatments for pancreatic cancer.

• Experienced in using Truebeam Stx Technology and Halcyons for precise radiation therapy
• Holds academic positions at T.R. Demiroğlu Bilim University
• Specializes in head and neck cancers alongside pancreatic cancer
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

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

• Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained in Medical Oncology at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Specializes in complex pancreatic cancer cases
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association

900+ procedures performed – Professor Mustafa Ondzhel leads the Surgical Department at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• 23 years of experience in oncologic surgery
• Specializes in colorectal and pancreatic cancer surgeries
• Fellowship-trained at Cleveland Clinic in the US
• Certified by the European Commission on Coloproctology
• Recipient of multiple awards for surgical research

Associate Professor Tahsin Ozatli specializes in treating breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

• Experience from multiple oncology clinics including state and research hospitals
• Promoted to Associate Professor in 2016
• Studied medicine at Selcuk University in Konya, Turkey

Professor Gul Alco specializes in radiation oncology for pancreatic cancer at Istanbul Medipol University.

• Over 20 years of experience in radiation oncology
• Specializes in pancreatic cancer treatment
• Associate Professor and later Professor at Demiroglu Bilim University
• Extensive training in radiation oncology

Specializes in pancreatic cancer surgery at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex oncological procedures.

• Expert in pancreatic, bile duct, and gastric cancer surgeries
• Performs advanced oncological and bariatric metabolic surgeries
• Skilled in minimally invasive techniques for cancer treatment