Best Esophagectomy doctors in Turkey: TOP 13 doctors

Dr. Tarik Akar specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures for esophageal conditions, including early-stage cancer treatment. His work at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental focuses on minimally invasive techniques.

• Graduated from Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine, Istanbul University
• Published 19 international papers on gastrointestinal treatments
• Awarded Best Verbal Presentation in gastrointestinal cancers congress
• Specializes in ESD for early-stage esophageal cancer
• Expert in POEM procedure for achalasia

Dr. Solak specializes in gastrointestinal cancers, including complex esophagectomies, with training at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute.

• Fellowship-trained at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Handles a wide range of cancers, including lung and head-neck cancers
• Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, a leading facility for cancer care

Dr. Kartal specializes in esophagectomy at Anadolu Medical Center, with extensive training in advanced surgical techniques.

• Board-certified general surgeon with over 15 years of experience
• Member of the European Society of Coloproctology and Turkish Surgical Society
• Trained in laparoscopic and endoscopic surgical procedures
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, a leading facility in Turkey

Education and Academic Titles

• Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Degree, 1992
• Başkent University Faculty of Medicine – General Surgery Residency, 1995
• Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital – General Surgery Residency, 2000
• Gaziantep University Faculty of Medicine – Assistant Professor of General Surgery, 2007
• Interuniversity Council – Associate Professorship, 2018
• Istanbul Aydın University – Professorship, 2023
• Second Bachelor’s Degree: Anadolu University – Public Administration, 2008
• Master’s Degree: Akdeniz University – Health Law, 2023

Education and Specialization

• 1995 – 2001: Bachelor's Degree, Eskişehir Osmangazi University, Faculty of Medicine, Turkey
• 2001 – 2007: Medical Specialization, Department of Internal Medicine, Akdeniz University, Faculty of Medicine, Turkey
• 2008 – 2011: Subspecialty, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Süleyman Demirel University, Faculty of Medicine, Turkey

Professional Experience

• 2001 – 2007: Research Assistant, Department of Internal Medicine, Akdeniz University, Faculty of Medicine
• 2007 – 2008: Internal Medicine Specialist, Konya Bozkır State Hospital
• 2008 – 2011: Research Assistant, Department of Gastroenterology, Süleyman Demirel University, Faculty of Medicine
• 2011 – 2013: Gastroenterology Specialist, Burdur State Hospital
• 2013 – 2019: Assistant Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Akdeniz University, Faculty of Medicine
• 2019 – 2022: Associate Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Akdeniz University, Faculty of Medicine

Education and Specialization

• 2006: Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine
• 2014: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Internal Medicine
• 2018: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Oncology

Experience

• 2006 - 2008: Konya Derebucak District Hospital
• 2009 - 2015: Akdeniz University Hospital
• 2015: Antalya Kaş State Hospital
• 2015 - 2016: İnönü University Faculty of Medicine
• 2016 - 2021: Akdeniz University Hospital
• 2021 - 2023: Antalya Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Bilal Ergul pioneered innovative gastroenterology treatments, including successful POEM surgeries that restore patients' hope and quality of life.

• Authored 100+ academic publications
• Specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures
• Focuses on patient-centered care

Specializing in thoracic surgery, Dr. Gunluoglu focuses on complex esophageal procedures at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Specializes in esophagectomy and related thoracic surgeries
• Practices at a leading university hospital in Turkey
• Expert in managing postoperative recovery for esophageal surgeries

Education and Specialization

• Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Education
• Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – General Surgery Specialization
• Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine – Associate Professorship
• Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine – Professorship

Professional Memberships
• Turkish Medical Association
• Mediterranean Health Foundation
• Akdeniz University Development and Health Foundation
• Transplantation Organizations Coordination Association
• National Surgical Association

Education:

• Bachelor of Science (MD): Faculty of Medicine, Uludag University, 1989

Specialized Education and Experience:

• General Surgery Specialist Degree: Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, 1997
• Fellowship: Gastroenterology Surgery, Türkiye High Specialization Hospital, 2005

Academic Career:

• Associate Professor: General Surgery, Inonu University, 2011
• Professorship: General Surgery, İnönü University, 2017

ACADEMIC CAREER SUMMARY

Degree: Bachelor's
Field: Medicine
University: Atatürk University
Year: 2001

Degree: Master's
Field: Medicine
University: Atatürk University
Year: 2001

Specialization/Doctorate: Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology
University: İnönü University
Year: 2012

Associate Professorship: Gastroenterology
University: İnönü University
Year: 2018

Foreign Language: English, 67.5, 2007

H-index (WoS/Google): 8/10

Impact Factor: 8.1577

Key Research Work:
“Does apocynin increase liver regeneration in the partial hepatectomy model?” Yılmaz Bilgiç, Burhan Hakan Kanat, Onural ÖZHAN, Azibe YILDIZ, Zeynep AKSUNGUR, Mehmet Erman ERDEMLİ, Nigar VARDI, Yusuf TÜRKÖZ, Sami AKBULUT, Adem KÖSE, Hakan PARLAKPINAR. Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences, 2023 (53), 1-12 Q3.

Declared Project Title, Year:
K.3.6. “Investigation of the Effects of Vinpocetine in Sepsis Created by Cecal Ligation and Puncture in Rats” (Principal Investigator), 2023

International Experience:
Advanced Endoscopy Training, Anam Hospital, South Korea (3 months, 2016)
Advanced ERCP Course, Olympus Training Center, Hamburg (2017)

ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS

• Institution: İnönü University Turgut Özal Medical Center
  City: Malatya
  Position: Assistant Chief Physician
  Period: 2021 - 2024

Specializes in gastroenterology with a focus on digestive system cancers, including esophagectomy procedures at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Subspecialized in gastroenterology at Ege University Faculty of Medicine Hospital
• Experienced in endoscopic treatments like stenting for food pipe stenosis
• Member of the Izmir Medical Chamber

Professor Omer Necip Aytug brings 30+ years of gastroenterology expertise to esophagectomy cases at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Completed Gastroenterology fellowship at Marmara University
• Professor at Abant İzzet Baysal University Medical School
• Published numerous papers on gastroenterology topics
• Former faculty member at Duzce University Medical School