Best Tonsil cancer doctors in Turkey: TOP 36 doctors

Author of 40+ peer-reviewed publications in tumor biology/immunology and systemic therapy (immunotherapy and targeted therapy); member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association and the European Head & Neck Society.

Why patients choose Dr. Bülent Karagöz:

• Treatment based on U.S. protocols through Anadolu Medical Center’s strategic collaboration with a leading U.S. institution — Johns Hopkins Medicine.
• 40+ scientific publications in tumor biology/immunology and systemic therapy (immunotherapy and targeted therapy).
• Former department head (GATA) and professor/department chair (Okan University, Turkey) — leadership and clinical experience at major centers.
• Treats solid tumors (e.g., breast, lung, colorectal), applying modern regimens guided by tumor biology.
• Anadolu Medical Center holds ESMO designation and JCI accreditation — meaning the doctor treats according to international protocols, within a multidisciplinary team, with strict safety oversight.

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

• Specializes in Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases and Head and Neck Surgery
• Founder of the ENT and Head and Neck Surgery Department at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
• Expert in both functional and aesthetic nasal surgeries
• Performs advanced procedures like endoscopic sinus and ear surgeries
• Authored over 200 scientific works in ENT and head-neck surgery

Dr. Eda Tanrikulu specializes in medical oncology and chemotherapy, treating cancer patients at the Anadolu Medical Center.

• Graduated from Ankara University in 2005 and has been practicing medicine for over 21 years of experience
• Completed specialty training in medical oncology at Marmara University
• Placed third in Turkey in the minor specialty exam in 2013
• Has served as the head of a medical oncology unit at a training and research hospital
• Actively involved in international clinical studies

Dr. Mustafa Solak specializes in head and neck cancers at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with fellowship training from Hacettepe University Cancer Institute.

• Trained at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Experienced in treating complex cases of various cancers
• Completed residency at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Teaching and Research Hospital

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 specializes in medical oncology at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, with a focus on gastrointestinal and tonsil cancers.

• Professor of Medical Oncology since 2016
• Extensive fellowship training at Istanbul University
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Specialized in gastrointestinal oncology
• Active in both clinical practice and research

Dr. Hasan Mutlu specializes in targeted cancer therapies and immunotherapy at Medical Park Antalya. His expertise includes next-generation genetic research in cancer treatment.

• Trained at Akdeniz University and Hacettepe University
• Specializes in chemotherapy and complementary medicine for cancer
• Holds an Associate Professorship in Medical Oncology
• Works at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Professor Doctor Sefik Igdem specializes in head and neck cancers, bringing advanced radiation oncology expertise to Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Profound experience in conformal treatments for precise radiation therapy
• Uses cutting-edge Truebeam Stx Technology and Halcyons systems
• Holds a professor title at T.R Demiroğlu Bilim University
• Specialized in radiation oncology at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Assoc. Prof. Abdullah Sakin heads the Medical Oncology Department at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, specializing in tonsil cancer treatments.

• 19 years of experience of experience in oncology
• Former Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University
• Trained at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Specializes in medical oncology with a focus on head and neck cancers

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 Yesim Yildirim specializes in cancer immunotherapy and targeted therapies, with over 80 international publications and co-authorship in leading oncology handbooks.

• Member of European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Professor at Haliç University – trains future oncologists
• Expert in breast, gastrointestinal, and lung cancers
• Completed advanced training at Mount Vernon Cancer Center, UK

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.

Dr. Rahib Hasanov specializes in personalized oncology treatments, including immunotherapies and targeted therapies, with extensive international training.

• Trained at Houston Methodist Hospital in advanced oncology practices
• Completed Medical Oncology fellowship at Marmara University
• Expert in gastrointestinal, breast, and lung cancers
• Regularly treats international patients from Europe and the US

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 with 29 years of experience in medical oncology, leading tonsil cancer treatment at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specializes in gastrointestinal oncology – relevant for complex tonsil cases
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and European Neuroendocrine Tumor Society
• Performs ongoing clinical practice at a major JCI-accredited hospital

Dr. Yildiz has over a decade of experience in oncology with a focus on complex neuroendocrine and gynecological tumors at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Published over 15 peer-reviewed research papers in international journals
• Expertise in diagnosing and managing rare paraneoplastic syndromes
• Co-author on a major multicenter study for diabetes and lipid therapy
• Experience spans thoracic, gastrointestinal, and urogenital cancers

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

• Over a decade of experience in oncology
• Worked at Ankara Oncology Clinic and Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital
• Promoted to Associate Professor in 2016
• Trained at Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine

Specializes in tonsil cancer treatment with extensive training in medical oncology at Kocaeli University.

• Trained at Istanbul University's Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Over 27 years of experience of experience in internal medicine and oncology
• Worked at multiple hospitals, gaining broad clinical experience

Dr. Irfan Cicin is a Professor of Medical Oncology at the Trakya University Faculty of Medicine (2015–present). He has over 20 years of medical oncology experience and has held academic roles since 2010.

Education: MD, Istanbul University – Cerrahpaşa (1991–1997). Residency in Internal Medicine, Trakya University (1997–2002). Fellowship in Medical Oncology, Trakya University (2002–2004).

Practice: Medical Oncologist, Trakya University (2005–2008). Medical Oncologist, Elazığ Training and Research Hospital (2008–2010). Associate Professor of Medical Oncology, Trakya University (2010–2015). He previously served as a physician in the Turkish Air Force at Etimesgut Military Hospital (2004–2005).