Best Gastric metaplasia doctors: TOP 50 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.

Specializes in gastrointestinal cancers at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental – fellowship-trained at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute.

• Deals with complex cases including gastric metaplasia
• Residency at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Additional training at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Prof. Kivanc Derya Peker has performed over 400 pancreatic and gastric cancer surgeries, combining surgical expertise with a deep understanding of cellular biology.

• Completed advanced training at Mayo Clinic in Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery
• Founder of Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery unit at Dr. Sadi Konuk Hospital
• Specializes in pancreatic, liver, and stomach cancer surgeries
• Holds a doctorate in Medical Biology focusing on aging and stem cells

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdulcabbar Kartal is a distinguished colorectal and general surgeon practicing at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. With over 17 years of surgical experience, he specializes in colorectal surgery, HIPEC (hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy) for peritoneal cancers, bariatric surgery, and minimally invasive procedures.

Dr. Kartal graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 2007 and completed his general surgery specialization at Istanbul Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital (2007-2013). He served as Assistant Professor at Istanbul Okan University (2016-2020) before receiving his Associate Professor title in 2020. In 2021, he earned the prestigious FEBS-C certification from the European Society of Coloproctology and became a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).

Dr. Kartal has published over 40 articles in international peer-reviewed journals and is an active member of the Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery, European Society of Coloproctology, and Turkish Surgical Association.

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.

Dr. Pelles Sharon is a highly respected oncologist specializing in stomach cancer surgery at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov).

• Conducted groundbreaking clinical research on oncologic patients' attitudes towards trials
• Performs advanced procedures like HIPEC and Whipple surgery
• Skilled in both surgical and non-surgical cancer treatments

Dr. Pastrana is a board-certified Surgical Oncologist with extensive experience in gastric conditions, currently practicing at Galenia Hospital.

• Trained at Centro Medico Nacional 20 de Noviembre Issste
• Board certified by Conacem until 2030
• Member of Sociedad Mexicana de Oncología
• University teacher at Universidad Anahuac since 2020

Dr. Altay Aliyev specializes in cancer prevention and early diagnosis, with extensive training in medical oncology and internal medicine.

• Trained at Istanbul University and Cleveland Clinic
• Expert in cytotoxic chemotherapy and targeted treatments
• Published multiple research papers on cancer treatment outcomes
• Member of prestigious medical institutions

Head of Teaching at Puerto Vallarta Regional Hospital – Dr. Perez combines academic leadership with practical experience in gastric health.

• General practitioner with 12 years of experience in private practice
• Specialized in weight control clinic management
• Biomagnet certified by Higher Institute of Biomagnetism
• Experienced in minimally invasive procedures

Dr. Tvaruzek has performed over 3,500 robotic surgeries, including complex procedures like prostatectomy with erectile function preservation.

• Leading certified expert by Intuitive Surgical for Da Vinci robots
• Heads the Center of Robotic Surgery at St. Zdislava Hospital
• Specializes in minimally invasive transoral and bariatric surgeries

Prof. Sezer Sağlam specializes in gastrointestinal oncology with extensive experience in gastric metaplasia. He leads the Medical Oncology Department at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Attending physician in gastrointestinal oncology since 2005
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and the European Neuroendocrine Tumour Society
• Professor of medical oncology since 2016

Prof. Dr. Sefik Igdem specializes in advanced radiation oncology, utilizing cutting-edge Truebeam Stx and Halcyon technologies.

• Over 30 years of experience of experience in radiation oncology
• Focuses on head and neck cancers and prostate cancer treatments
• Professor at T.R. Demiroğlu Bilim University
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University

Prof. Yesim Yildirim is a medical oncology professor specializing in gastrointestinal cancers, including gastric conditions. She works at the Anadolu Medical Center.

• 22 years of experience at Anadolu, focusing on immunotherapy and targeted therapies
• Author of over 80 international publications and medical book chapters
• Completed advanced oncology training at clinics in Israel and the UK
• Member of the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Holds an MBA in Healthcare Management from Bilgi University

Prof. Sezer Saglam specializes in gastrointestinal oncology at Florence Nightingale Hospital, with extensive training in medical oncology.

• Professor of Medical Oncology since 2016
• Completed fellowship in Gastrointestinal Oncology at Istanbul University
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and European Neuroendocrine Tumour Society

Prof. Elke Jaeger is a top sarcoma specialist and one of the best German oncologists according to Focus rating.

• Head of Oncology and Hematology at Nordwest Clinic
• 41 years of experience of practice in oncology
• Expertise in hematology and complex cancer cases

Specializes in both open and minimally invasive abdominal surgery, including the complex Whipple procedure. He leads the Colorectal Surgery Department at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov).

• Over 35 years of experience of surgical experience
• Expert in advanced, minimally invasive techniques
• Department head, leading a specialized surgical team

Dr. Alemdar specializes in gastric metaplasia with a strong academic background at Akdeniz University.

• Board-certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology
• Years of hospital experience, including at Akdeniz University Hospital
• Expert in managing complex gastrointestinal conditions
• Active in research and training at university hospitals

Specializes in gastrointestinal cancers with a focus on stomach cancer treatment, including gastric metaplasia, at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Over 14 years of experience of experience in medical oncology
• Published research on HER2-positive metastatic gastric cancer
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Contributor to studies on predictive factors in gastric cancer treatment

Dr. Yildiz has extensive research experience in gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors, with publications in Medical Oncology and other reputable journals.

• Specializes in neuroendocrine tumors and related conditions
• Published multiple studies on steroid synthesis and diabetes
• Research includes rare cases like paraneoplastic pemphigus
• Works at Medipol Mega University Hospital