Best Pancreatic cyst Doctors Worldwide — TOP 82

Prof. Kıvanç Derya Peker specializes in pancreatic surgery, having performed over 400 pancreatic cancer surgeries. He trained at Mayo Clinic in hepatopancreatobiliary surgery.

• Founder of the Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery unit at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• Received a scholarship from the Turkish Surgery Association for training at Mayo Clinic
• Expert in both surgical and endoscopic treatments for pancreatic and biliary tract diseases

Dr. Enrique Pliego Esquivel is a certified bariatric surgeon with over 10 years of experience of experience, specializing in metabolic and bariatric surgery.

• Member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS)
• Certified by the Mexican Board of Obesity Surgery
• Specializes in obesity-related conditions like diabetes and hypertension
• Provides personalized care with a focus on patient outcomes

Dr. Abdulcabbar Kartal is a colorectal and general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in HIPEC and bariatric surgery. He has performed over 500 bariatric procedures. Dr. Kartal holds certification from the European Society of Coloproctology (FEBS-C). He works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Completed over 650 surgical operations across major hospitals in Turkey.
• Certified by the Turkish Surgical Association for his surgical qualifications.
• Uses laser techniques for hemorrhoidal diseases and interventional endoscopic procedures.
• Member of the Turkish Association of Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery.

Dr. Sertkaya specializes in Andrology, focusing on male health and aesthetics. He founded Andro Expertise Male Health and Aesthetics Center in 2022.

• Graduated from Gazi University Medical Faculty in 2008
• Completed urology specialization at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Earned the title of 'FEBU' from the European Association of Urology
• Became Associate Professor of Urology in 2020

Dr. Sedat Karademir is a general surgeon focused on hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) surgery and liver transplantation. Since 2024, he has been a general surgery specialist and department coordinator at Anadolu Medical Centre Hospital. He previously led Organ Transplantation and HPB Surgery at Ankara Güven Hospital.

He graduated from Ege University Faculty of Medicine (1979–1985). He completed his residency at Izmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital (1988–1993). He trained in organ transplantation as a clinical fellow at Rush-Presbyterian–St. Luke’s in Chicago (1994–1997). He also worked as a researcher with the UCLA Liver Transplant Program.

He served as associate professor and later professor of general surgery at Dokuz Eylul University. He was on the faculty of its Liver Transplantation and HPB Surgical Unit. His memberships include the Turkish Surgical Society, Turkish HPB Surgery Society, Liver Transplantation Society, IHPBA, and ELTR.

Prof. Dr. Samet Yardımcı is a top specialist in obesity and metabolic surgery with notable experience in gastroenterological surgical procedures.

• Trained in cancer surgery and organ transplants at MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston
• Board-certified in Gastroenterology Surgery (digestive system surgery)
• Formerly served at Marmara University Pendik Research and Training Hospital

Dr. Halil Alis has performed 1,100+ laparoscopic procedures with a focus on pancreatic and gastrointestinal surgery.

• 34 years of experience of experience in general and laparoscopic surgery
• Specializes in hepatobiliary and pancreatic disease treatments
• Active international member of multiple surgical associations
• Published extensively on gastrointestinal surgery research

Dr. Halil Alis is a gastrointestinal surgeon and Medical Director at VM Medical Park Florya. He is a robotic surgery trainer using the Da Vinci system. Dr. Alis treats obesity, colorectal conditions, and complex digestive diseases. He has authored over 70 scientific papers in international medical journals.

• Active member of SAGES, EAES, IASGO, ISSO, and IFSO.
• Performs Da Vinci robotic gastric sleeve and bypass surgeries.
• Provides diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures like ERCP and EUS.
• Served as a manager at Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training Hospital.

Over 3,500 robotic surgeries performed – Dr. Tvaruzek leads the Robotic Surgery Center at St. Zdislava Hospital.

• Leading certified expert by Intuitive Surgical (Da Vinci robots)
• Specializes in minimally invasive robotic techniques
• Member of the Association of Bariatric Surgery

Dr. Yilmaz brings extensive experience in general surgery, currently practicing at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Specialized in general surgery with a doctorate from Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Worked as an Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University
• Over 15 years of experience of experience in state hospitals
• Member of the General Surgery department at Medipol University Pendik Hospital

Associate Professor Dr. Soykan Barlas is a general and transplant surgeon at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital. He specializes in kidney transplants and bariatric procedures like gastric sleeve surgery. Dr. Barlas completed laparoscopic training in Scotland. He holds a Certificate of Appreciation from the Turkish Ministry of Health.

• Serves as an academic lecturer at Demiroğlu Science University.
• Published over 20 articles in international medical journals.
• Authored book chapters on kidney and pancreas transplantation.
• Works at VM Medical Park, a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

Performed over 2000 hepatobiliary surgeries with a 95% success rate – Dr. Aliosmanoglu specializes in complex pancreatic and liver procedures at Medical Park Antalya.

• Completed 1000+ liver transplant surgeries with 90% success
• Professor and former manager of Akdeniz University's Transplantation Unit
• Trained at Başkent University's renowned General Surgery program
• Published research on pancreatic and hepatic damage protection

Dr. Kaptanoglu specializes in pancreatic cysts, with advanced training from Northwestern University and extensive experience in general surgery.

• Over 34 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Trained at Northwestern University's Transplantation Center
• Member of the Hepatobiliary Surgery Association
• Former Associate Professor at prestigious Turkish hospitals

Dr. Hanifi Onalan specializes in comprehensive surgical treatments, including pancreatic cyst management, at Atlas University Hospital.

• Over 27 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Expert in laparoscopic and endoscopic procedures
• Extensive training at Taksim Education and Research Hospital
• Skilled in both diagnostic and therapeutic interventions

Dr. Yahya Ozel trained at Tokyo University Hospital in Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery, working under experts M. Makuuchi and N. Kokudo.

• 31 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Specializes in minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic techniques
• Certified in surgical endoscopy with a Turkish Surgical Proficiency Certificate
• Former academic faculty member at Doğuş University

Dr. Einat Shacham‑Shmueli is a senior medical oncologist at the Gastrointestinal Clinic, Cancer Center, Sheba Medical Center. She treats cancers of the colon, stomach, and pancreas. She also manages metastatic disease. She uses precision diagnostics and biomarkers, systemic therapies, and radiotherapy. Care is provided within a multidisciplinary team.

She has authored more than 25 peer‑reviewed papers on GI oncology, tumor biology, and new treatments. Her work includes studies on stenting for malignant colonic obstruction. She serves as an investigator in international programs, including the NCI, the Radiation Therapy Oncology Group, and the Cancer Therapy Evaluation Program.

Education: MD, Tel Aviv University. Oncology residency, Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center. Advanced training in GI oncology, UCSF. Accreditations: Board certified in Oncology and Gastroenterology. Member, Israel Society of Oncology and Radiotherapy.

Specializes in gastrointestinal surgery with memberships in key surgical societies like the Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Society.

• Practices at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital
• Member of Turkish Surgical Association
• Graduate of Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Pekize Eker Balcioglu specializes in general surgery with a focus on minimally invasive treatments for various conditions.

• Trained at Marmara University’s Department of General Surgery
• Author of articles published in international medical journals
• Experienced in laser and Longo hemorrhoid surgeries
• Regular participant in local and international medical congresses

Dr. Xavier Centeno specializes in pancreatic cysts at Centro Médico Teknon, with advanced training at Mayo Clinic and Cleveland Clinic Florida.

• 32 years of experience of experience in gastrointestinal surgery
• Trained in laparoscopic colorectal surgery at ICARD
• Accredited by ERAS-Society for enhanced recovery protocols
• Member of American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons

Dr Prasert Sujiipinyo specializes in pancreatic cysts and complex gastrointestinal surgeries at Intrarat Hospital.

• Graduated from Chiang Mai University – a leading medical school in Thailand
• Certified in General Surgery by Rajavithi Hospital
• Focuses on endocrine system and gastrointestinal tract procedures
• Experienced in liver, colon, and major body part surgeries