Best Glioblastoma doctors: TOP 74 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.

Dr. Eda Tanrikulu is a specialist in medical oncology and chemotherapy at Anadolu Medical Center, ranked 3rd in Turkey's minor specialty exam.

• Completed medical oncology training at Marmara University
• Led medical oncology unit at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Participated in numerous international clinical studies
• Board-certified in both internal medicine and medical oncology

Dr. Javier Herrero Jover is a pioneer in plastic and reconstructive surgery with over 46 years of experience of experience, specializing in advanced 3D surgical planning.

• Founder of Alma IT Systems, a leader in virtual surgical planning
• Leads the Herrero Jover Médicos Unit at Centro Médico Teknon
• Author of 150+ publications and speaker at 350+ international congresses
• Former President of CARS, the world's leading congress on surgical technology

A leading European neurosurgeon with over 50 years of experience' experience, Dr. Oliver specializes in minimally invasive techniques for brain tumors including Glioblastoma.

• Performs over 200 complex neurosurgical procedures each year
• Co-founder and director of the Brain Tumor Center at Centro Médico Teknon
• Pioneer in fluorescence-guided and endoscopic surgery for brain tumors
• President of the European Skull Base Society
• Trained at world-renowned centers including the Montreal Neurological Institute

Dr. Solak specializes in complex cancer cases, with training at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute and MD Anderson Cancer Center.

• Expertise in breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers
• Fellowship-trained at one of the world's leading cancer centers
• Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with advanced treatment options

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. Dr. Ahmet Hilmi Kaya is a professor of neurosurgery at Anadolu Medical Center in Gebze, Turkey. He earned his MD from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa (English program). He completed his neurosurgery residency there from 1996 to 2003. He became a professor in 2015. He also completed observerships at Maastricht University in 2007 and 2009.

His clinical focus includes functional and stereotactic neurosurgery, including deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s disease and essential tremor. He also treats spinal tumors and spinal stenosis and performs spinal instrumentation. He manages skull base and brain tumors. He performs vascular surgery of the central nervous system.

Achievements include leading a Parkinson’s research project at Ondokuz Mayıs University (BAP, Project No. T.597, 2008). He supervised a neurosurgery thesis in 2008. His awards include third place at the 2nd National Congress of the Society of Neurosurgery in 2006, the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Overseas Scholarship in 2008, and the Aysima Altınok Thesis Award in 2009. Several of his papers ranked at the 22nd and 23rd Turkish Neurosurgical Society Scientific Congresses in 2008 and 2009. He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Turkish Medical Association.

Director of the Experimental Neurosurgery Unit at San Raffaele, Professor Mortini specializes in minimally invasive brain and spine surgeries.

• Over of neurosurgery experience
• Expert in neuronavigation and neuromapping for precision
• Patented a method for tissue regeneration
• Visiting Professor at George Washington University

Dr. Altay Aliyev specializes in targeted and immunotherapy for aggressive cancers, working at Liv Bona Dea Hospital Baku.

• Trained in medical oncology at Bezmiâlem Foundation University
• Research associate at Cleveland Clinic Endocrinology Department
• Member of multiple international oncology research teams

Dr. Perez leads teaching programs at Puerto Vallarta Regional Hospital, ensuring high standards in medical education.

• Specializes in minimally invasive surgical procedures
• Certified in biomagnetism by Higher Institute of Biomagnetism
• Skilled in various dermatological and aesthetic treatments
• Experienced in clinical records management

Prof. Sezer Sağlam specializes in medical oncology with a focus on gastrointestinal and neuroendocrine tumors at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Professor of Medical Oncology since 2016
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University
• Member of ESMO and ASCO
• Expertise in neuroendocrine tumors

Professor Doctor Sefik Igdem specializes in radiation oncology with advanced technology like Truebeam Stx and Halcyons for precise glioblastoma treatment at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 30 years of experience of experience in radiation oncology
• Special focus on head and neck cancers
• Professor at T.R Demiroğlu Bilim University
• Uses conformal treatments for targeted therapy

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

• Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University
• Trained in medical oncology at İstanbul Okmeydanı Research Hospital
• Over 19 years of experience of experience in oncology
• Specializes in complex neurological oncology cases

Specializes in oncological treatments including mistletoe therapy and high-dose vitamin C for cancer - approaches that support immune function alongside conventional treatments.

• Focuses on symptomatic relief and reducing side effects of chemotherapy
• Experienced in hormonal treatments for breast cancer
• Participates in international medical conferences

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 at Anadolu Medical Center, with 80+ international publications.

• Member of European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Expert in breast, gastrointestinal, and lung cancers
• Professor at Haliç University, Istanbul
• Completed advanced oncology training in Israel and the UK

Led the Neuro-oncology Service at the University of Utah's Huntsman Cancer Institute. She's been a senior specialist in the field since 1998.

• Highly experienced neuro-oncologist with decades of practice
• Trained in neuro-oncology at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
• Directs the Neuro-oncology Service at the Oncology Institute
• Professorial academic title from years of clinical work

Specialist Dr. Rahib Hasanov brings international oncology expertise from training at Houston Methodist Hospital and Marmara University.

• Completed Medical Oncology fellowship with focus on modern treatments
• Incorporates immunotherapies and targeted therapies into personalized care
• Regularly treats international patients from Europe and the Middle East
• Attends global oncology congresses to stay current with latest advancements

Prof. Mustafa Özdoğan is an experienced cancer specialist with over 26 years of experience of practice, specializing in glioblastoma treatment at Memorial Antalya Hospital.

• Heads the Medical Oncology Department at Memorial Antalya Hospital
• Published over 40 articles on cancer treatment
• Member of the European Medical Oncology Association
• Specialized in medical oncology with extensive training

Professor in Medical Oncology specializing in gastrointestinal oncology – Dr. Sezer Saglam treats complex cancer cases at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Turkish Medical Oncology Association member since 2004
• ESMO and ASCO member – follows latest international protocols
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Over 29 years of experience of experience in medical oncology