Best Thyroid cancer doctors: TOP 100 doctors

Dr. Bülent Karagöz is a top Turkish medical oncologist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in tumor biology and immunotherapy.

• Professor at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Medicine
• Head of Medical Oncology at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Published over 40 papers in cancer research

900+ thyroid cancer procedures performed – Dr. Kemal Rasa specializes in minimally invasive surgery at Anadolu Medical Center.

• 28 years of experience in general surgery
• Specializes in thyroid, pancreatic, and breast cancer surgery
• President of the Surgical Infection Society - Europe
• Trained at University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins
• Certified by European Society for Medical Oncology

Dr. Berberoglu has performed 900+ radioiodine treatments, using personalized dosimetry techniques at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine
• Member of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine
• International training in Germany and the US
• Associate Professor specializing in diagnostics

Dr. Eda Tanrikulu specializes in medical oncology and chemotherapy at Anadolu Medical Center, with a focus on thyroid cancer.

• Completed medical oncology training at Marmara University
• Served as head of medical oncology at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Participated in multiple international clinical studies
• Ranked 3rd in Turkey in minor specialty exam

Mustafa Solak specializes in cancer treatment, having completed his fellowship at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute. He works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Expertise in breast, testicular, ovarian, lung, head-neck, and gastrointestinal cancers
• Trained at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Completed residency at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital

With 41 years of surgical experience, Dr. Isgor is a specialist in oncological surgeries and a leading surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Focuses specifically on thyroid cancer and parathyroid diseases
• Has published around 200 articles on surgical treatments
• Member of the prestigious American College of Surgeons
• Founder of the Istanbul Surgical Association
• Performs advanced techniques including thyroidectomy and laparoscopy

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. Merimsky leads the Soft Tissue and Bone Oncology Unit at Sourasky Medical Center, specializing in complex thyroid cancer cases.

• Over 25 years of experience in oncology
• Fellowship-trained in sarcoma at Institut Gustave Roussy, Paris
• Associate Professor at Sackler Faculty of Medicine
• Active member of ESMO and ASCO
• Published extensive research on tumor immunology

Board-certified surgical oncologist specializing in thyroid cancer at Galenia Hospital. Member of the Mexican Society of Oncology.

• Trained at Centro Medico Nacional 20 de Noviembre
• University teacher at Universidad Anahuac
• Board certified by Conacem through 2030

Dr. Buhl is a recognized expert in neuro-oncology, specializing in brain and spinal cord surgeries using computerized neuronavigation.

• Author of 47 scientific papers on neuropathology
• Specializes in surgical treatment for brain metastases
• Uses minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques
• Co-founder of a fund for brain tumor research

Prof. Sesterhenn specializes in minimally invasive surgery for thyroid cancer, performing robotic interventions through tiny 1 cm incisions.

• Chief Physician of Otolaryngology and Head-Neck Surgery at Solingen Clinic
• 11+ years of surgical experience with a focus on head and neck tumors
• Author of 78 scientific publications on ENT oncology
• Trained at University of Health Sciences in Bethesda and Phillips University of Marburg

Head of Teaching at Puerto Vallarta Regional Hospital – Dr. Perez combines clinical expertise with medical education leadership.

• 8+ years as a general practitioner in private practice
• Specialized training in minimally invasive surgical procedures
• Certified in biomagnetism therapy by Isaac Goiz Duran
• Experience with advanced dermatological treatments and laser therapies

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

• Certified expert by Intuitive Surgical for Da Vinci robots
• Specializes in thyroidectomy and transoral tumor removal
• Member of Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Bariatric Surgery

Prof. Sezer Sağlam is a professor in medical oncology with extensive experience in thyroid cancer treatment at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained at Istanbul University's Oncology Institute
• Specializes in gastrointestinal oncology
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Over 20 years of professional experience in oncology

Dr. Yahya Ozel specializes in endocrine surgery with advanced training in minimally invasive techniques. He brings decades of expertise to thyroid cancer cases.

• Trained in Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery at Tokyo University Hospital
• Certified in surgical endoscopy and advanced laparoscopic techniques
• Academic faculty member contributing to medical education
• Works with robotic surgery for precise interventions

Professor Doctor Sefik Igdem leads in thyroid cancer treatment at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, specializing in head and neck cancers.

• Over 25 years of radiation oncology expertise
• Specializes in Truebeam Stx Technology and Halcyons
• Previously taught at Demiroğlu Bilim University
• Background includes training at Istanbul University
• Focuses on conformal treatments for precision

Assoc. Prof. Abdullah Sakin leads the Medical Oncology Department at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, specializing in thyroid cancer treatment.

• Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University
• Trained at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Over a decade of experience in medical oncology
• Specializes in complex thyroid cancer cases

Associate Professor Emine Yildirim specializes in thyroid cancer surgery at Atlas University Hospital with over 20 years of experience.

• Expert in breast-conserving surgery techniques
• Published multiple research papers on thyroid and breast cancer
• Certified in advanced breast cancer surgery techniques
• Member of international breast cancer research groups

Head of Radiation Oncology at German Oncology Center – Dr. Ferentinos specializes in precise thyroid cancer treatments.

• Doctoral degree from Johann Wolfgang Goethe University
• Over 7 years as senior physician in radiation oncology
• Master's in Healthcare Business Studies
• Leads a specialized department in Cyprus

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.