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Best Thyroid cancer doctors: TOP 147 doctors

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Andreas Sesterhenn
Implantologist
24 years of experience
4.6
56 reviews
Germany, Solingen
Medical Center in Solingen

Andreas Sesterhenn

Implantologist
24 years of experience
  • Prof. Andreas Sesterhenn specializes in thyroid cancer treatment, using surgery, radioactive iodine therapy, hormone therapy, targeted therapy, and external radiation therapy.
  • International training includes the University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, USA, and Phillips University of Marburg, Germany.
  • Chief Physician at Solingen Clinic, Germany, with over 11 years of experience in head and neck surgery.
  • Author and co-author of 78 scientific publications, contributing to advancements in thyroid cancer treatment.
  • Professional memberships include the German Society for Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, reflecting his specialized knowledge in the field.
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4.6
56 reviews
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Bülent Karagöz
Clinical oncologist
31 years of experience
4.6
476 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Anadolu Medical Center

Bülent Karagöz

Clinical oncologist
31 years of experience
  • Dr. Bülent Karagöz specializes in thyroid cancer treatment, focusing on surgery, radioactive iodine therapy, and targeted therapies.
  • Dr. Karagöz has international experience at medical institutions associated with NATO in Kosovo and the Turkish Cypriot Peace Forces Command.
  • Over 20 years of experience in medical oncology, with a focus on cancer immunotherapy and tumor biology.
  • Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association, reflecting his commitment to oncology advancements.
  • Speaks Turkish and English, enabling effective communication with a wide range of patients.
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Mustafa Solak
Clinical oncologist
18 years of experience
4.5
140 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital

Mustafa Solak

Clinical oncologist
18 years of experience
  • Mustafa Solak, M.D. specializes in thyroid cancer treatment using surgery, radioactive iodine therapy, and targeted therapy.
  • The doctor has experience of international practice at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, USA.
  • Graduated from Hacettepe University School of Medicine, with residencies at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Teaching and Research Hospital.
  • Professional memberships: Turkish Society of Medical Oncology, European Society for Medical Oncology.
  • Languages spoken: English, Turkish.
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Yesim Yildirim
Clinical oncologist
20 years of experience
4.6
476 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Anadolu Medical Center

Yesim Yildirim

Clinical oncologist
20 years of experience

accreditations:

European Society of Medical Oncology
European School of Oncology
  • Specializes in thyroid cancer treatment with methods including surgery, radioactive iodine, hormone therapy, external radiation, and chemotherapy.
  • Has international experience practicing at the University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins in the USA, and at Memorial Sisli and Anadolu Medical Center in Turkey.
  • Certified by the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO).
  • Member of the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) and the European School of Oncology (ESO).
  • Languages spoken: English, Russian (B1 level), Turkish.
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Adnan Isgor
General surgeon
33 years of experience
4.6
294 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Memorial Şişli Hospital

Adnan Isgor

General surgeon
33 years of experience
Dr. Adnan Isgor is an experienced general surgeon from Turkey, specialized in oncological surgeries. With over 41 years of experience, he has developed expertise in treating conditions such as colon cancer, thyroid cancer, obesity, and diseases of the parathyroid gland. He is proficient in various treatment methods, including thyroidectomy, hernia surgery, hemorrhoid band surgery, colonoscopy, single hole cholecystectomy, and laparoscopy. Dr. Isgor is also recognized for his contributions to scientific and medicinal research, having published around 200 articles and authored four reputable books.Read more
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Jaume Capdevila
Clinical oncologist
24 years of experience
4.7
402 reviews
Spain, Barcelona
Centro Médico Teknon

Jaume Capdevila

Clinical oncologist
24 years of experience

accreditations:

European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer
European Society of Medical Oncology
European Neuroendocrine Tumor Society
American Society of Clinical Oncology
  • Dr. Jaume Capdevila specializes in thyroid cancer treatment with advanced methods and personalized care.
  • Standard treatments include surgery, radioactive iodine therapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy.
  • International training includes a fellowship in Endocrine Oncology at Uppsala University Hospital, Sweden.
  • Member of EORTC, ESMO, ENETS, ASCO, GEMCAD, TTD, and GETHI.
  • Holds a degree in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Lleida and specialized in Medical Oncology.
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Find out about the best doctors here

20 top ranked Thyroid cancer doctors in the world are represented on this page. The list includes only verified specialists known for their experience and high success rates.

The ranking is composed according to the Bookimed patient reviews and considers the rating of hospitals where doctors practice.

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How to choose the best Thyroid cancer doctors in the world?

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Famous Thyroid cancer doctors have vast experience, continue education constantly, participate in professional associations and have positive feedback from patients treated.

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Kezban Berberoglu
4.6
476 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Anadolu Medical Center

Nuclear medicine specialist

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Jose Maria Raventos
Surgical oncologist
49 years of experience
4.7
402 reviews
Spain, Barcelona
Centro Médico Teknon

Jose Maria Raventos

Surgical oncologist
49 years of experience
  • Dr. Jose Maria Raventos specializes in thyroid cancer treatment, including thyroid resection and complex cases.
  • Standard treatment options for thyroid cancer include surgery, radioactive iodine therapy, hormone therapy, external radiation, and chemotherapy.
  • International training: Dr. Raventos has trained at medical institutions including the Mayo Clinic in Rochester (USA), and clinics in Strasbourg (France), Hamburg (Germany), and Munich (Germany).
  • Certifications: Certification from the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates, Advanced Cardiac Life Support.
  • Professional memberships: Mayo Alumni Association, Catalan Society of Surgery, International Society of Surgery Basel.
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Ralf Buhl
Neurooncologist
26 years of experience
4.6
56 reviews
Germany, Solingen
Medical Center in Solingen

Ralf Buhl

Neurooncologist
26 years of experience

Prof. Ralf Buhl is world famous neurosurgeon with over 20 years of experience. Doctor Buhl heads the Neurosurgery Department at Solingen Klinikum. His reputation reaches China and the US where he provides neurosurgical lectures.

Specialty

Dr. Buhl specializes in non-invasive methods treatment of disc herniation, brain and spinal cord tumors. The doctor provides treatment of peripheral nervous system disorders and performs computer-assisted navigation microsurgeries.

 

Dr. Ralf Buhl has provided over 4,000 successful neurosurgeries. Among his patients are famous politicians, businessmen, musicians, actors. In 2015, a Hollywood star George Clooney had severe back pain and was treated by Professor Buhl.

 

Scientific activity

Dr. Buhl conducts scientific work and researches in intracranial cavernomas treatment, surgical treatment for brain metastases and other neurosurgery areas.

Рrofessor Buhl has cofound the Fund devoted to the study of brain tumors.

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Ofer Merimsky
Clinical oncologist
39 years of experience
4.4
138 reviews
Israel, Tel Aviv
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

Ofer Merimsky

Clinical oncologist
39 years of experience

accreditations:

Society of oncologists and radiotherapists Israel
American Scientific Cancer Society
European scientific medical organization
European Society of Oncology of the musculoskeletal system

Dr. Ofer Merimsly is the best sarcoma, lymphoma, and lung cancer doctor within Israel and in the world. Also specializes in Whipple surgery treatment for patients with pancreatic cancer. Head of the National Center for sarcomas of bone and soft tissues of the Tel Aviv Medical Center Sourasky (Ichilov).

Specialty:

  • Treatment of all types of lung cancer and thoracic organs
  • Treatment of all types of sarcomas of bone and soft tissue
  • Treatment stromal tumors of the gastrointestinal tract

Education and specialization:

  • Higher medical education, graduated the Medical Faculty of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel
  • Residency in General Oncology and Radiotherapy
  • Training in the field of radiotherapy and brachytherapy at New York Hospital, USA
  • Special refresher course for the treatment of tumors of the skeleton and soft tissues, Paris. France

Membership:

  • President of the Society of oncologists and radiotherapists Israel
  • The American Scientific Cancer Society
  • European scientific medical organization
  • European Society of Oncology of the musculoskeletal system
  • International Society for the treatment of tumors of the connective tissue
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Elke Jaeger
Clinical oncologist
39 years of experience
4.4
51 reviews
Germany, Frankfurt am Main
Nordwest Clinic (Krankenhaus)

Elke Jaeger

Clinical oncologist
39 years of experience
  • Prof. Elke Jaeger specializes in thyroid cancer treatment and leads the Oncology and Hematology Center at Nordwest.
  • She utilizes advanced methods including surgery, radioactive iodine therapy, hormone therapy, external radiation, and targeted therapy.
  • Prof. Jaeger has international training and has practiced at medical institutions in Germany, contributing to her extensive expertise in thyroid cancer treatment.
  • She is ranked among the best German oncologists by Focus rating, highlighting her exceptional skills.
  • With over 35 years of experience in oncology, Prof. Jaeger provides comprehensive and expert care for patients with thyroid cancer.
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Jaroslav Tvaruzek
General surgeon
34 years of experience
4.5
61 reviews
Czech Republic, Velke Mezirici
Robotic Surgery Center in St. Zdislava Hospital

Jaroslav Tvaruzek

General surgeon
34 years of experience

Dr. Jaroslav Tvaruzek is a specialist in robotic surgery. Dr. Tvaruzek is a leading certified expert by Intuitive Surgical - the American produced of the original Da Vinci robots. The doctor is a member of Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Association of Bariatric Surgery.

Dr. Tvaruzek heads the Center of Robotic Surgery located in the St. Zdislava Hospital (the Czech Republic). The doctor has performed over 3,500 robotic surgeries for his practice. Among them are:

  • prostatectomy with preservation of the erectile function
  • transoral surgeries (removal tumors of the nasopharynx, larynx, trachea, mouth)
  • thyroidectomy
  • nephrectomy
  • bariatric surgeries (surgical treatment of obesity).
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Muslum Tarkan
Colorectal surgeon
27 years of experience
Turkey, Eskisehir
Klinik Mavi

Muslum Tarkan

Colorectal surgeon
27 years of experience
Dr. Muslum Tarkan is a specialist in bariatric surgery with over 15 years of experience. He is proficient in numerous operations including but not limited to lumpectomy, mastectomy, thyroid resection, removal of colon and liver cancer, and various types of gastric surgeries.Read more
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Eslie Perez
General practitioner
10 years of experience
Mexico, Puerto Vallarta
Holistic Bio Spa®

Eslie Perez

General practitioner
10 years of experience

accreditations:

Doctorate

Jefe de Enseñanza Hospital Regional de Puerto Vallarta  

2020-2023

Encargada de expediente clínico en Hospital Regional de Puerto Vallarta 2 meses 2020  

Médico general en consultorio médico particular  

2015-2022  

Medico a cargo de clínica para control de peso  

2013-2014  

Asistente médico en clínica dermatológica

2008-2013 

 

 Asistente Medico en procedimientos Dermatológicos.  

 Asistente Medico en procedimientos quirúrgicos mínimo invasivos  

 Operación de máquina de laser fraccionado - IPIXEL-ER y  

rejuvenecimiento facial con  IPL.  

 Experiencia en depilación láser con Luz Pulsada Intensa  y  

radiofrecuencia  

 Experiencia con cavitación ultrasónica  

 Experiencia con máquina de fototerapia con luz ultravioleta (UV) para el  

tratamiento de psoriasis y vitíligo.    

 Experiencia asistiendo en procedimientos de Botox y Rellenos.  

 Biomagneta certificada por Instituto superior de biomagnetismo  

medico ISAAC GOIZ DURAN  

 Experiencia en expediente clínico    

 Capacitación en formación continua y desarrollo profesional docent

 

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Murat Sari
Clinical oncologist
8 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Acibadem District Hospital

Murat Sari

Clinical oncologist
8 years of experience

Education and Career


2011 – 2015, (Internal Medicine Specialist) Istanbul University Istanbul School of Education and Career

Medicine Department of Internal Medicine

2015 – 2016, (Internal Medicine) Specialist Istanbul Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital

2016 – 2019, (Medical Oncology) Istanbul University Istanbul School of Medicine Department of Medical Oncology

2019 – 2021, (Medical Oncology Specialist) - Istanbul Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital

2021 – 2024, (Associate Professor) Marmara University School of Medicine Department of Medical Oncology

Memberships in Scientific Organizations

ASCO

ESMO

TTOD 

AVOD 

Publications

In the field of oncology, he has published over 30 peer-reviewed articles at both international and national levels.

Awards Received

EAACI The European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology 2019 Best Poster Award

"The top 3rd verbal presentation, IGICC (11th International Gastrointestinal Cancers Conference – IGICC2021)"

Speeches Delivered at National Congresses, Conferences, and Symposia:

 

Courses, Meetings, and Certificates

ESMO certified Medical Oncologist since 2019

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Veysel Sari
General surgeon
9 years of experience
4.5
3 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Büyük Anadolu Hospitals (BAH)

Veysel Sari

General surgeon
9 years of experience

Specializations

 

Oncological Surgery (Cancer Surgery)

Breast Diseases Surgery

Gallbladder and biliary tract diseases surgery

Thyroid – Parathyroid Surgery

Inguinal and Abdominal Wall Hernia, Stomach Hernia Surgery

Closed (Laparoscopic) Hernia Surgery

Endoscopy Applications

Treatment of Gastrointestinal System Diseases

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Jens E. Meyer
Clinical oncologist
4.2
15 reviews
Germany, Hamburg
Asklepios St. Georg Hospital

Jens E. Meyer

Clinical oncologist

Otolaryngologist. Head of the ENT organs Oncology Center

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Izzettin Kahraman
General surgeon
22 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Estexper Clinic

Izzettin Kahraman

General surgeon
22 years of experience

Born in Trabzon in 1972, Dr. İzzettin Kahraman began his medical studies at Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine in 1989 and earned his Medical Doctor degree in 1995. Following two years as a general practitioner, he embarked on his specialization training in 1997. He completed his residency at Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital, becoming a General Surgery Specialist in 2002.

Dr. Kahraman worked as a General Surgery Specialist in public hospitals, including Trabzon Numune Hospital and Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, for 13 years. From 2016 to 2018, he served as a Lecturer at University of Health Sciences. In 2019, he transitioned to the private sector, continuing his career in private hospitals.

Throughout his career, Dr. Kahraman has engaged in a wide range of training programs both in Turkey and abroad. In 2007, he earned a Surgical Endoscopy Certificate and furthered his expertise in laparoscopic hernia treatments in Hamburg, Germany, in 2008. He also completed a course on Nutrition Practices and Training at Ondokuz Mayis University and a specialized course in laparoscopic hernia repair in Istanbul in 2010.

In 2011, after completing the "Emergency Surgery" course in Istanbul organized by the European Society for Trauma and Emergency Surgery (ESTES), Dr. Kahraman received training in SILS (Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery) Cholecystectomy at Gazi University in Ankara. Since then, he has specialized in advanced laparoscopic techniques, with a particular focus on endoscopy, gastric diseases, obesity, and metabolic surgery.

In 2021, Dr. Kahraman obtained certificates in Ozone Therapy and Mesotherapy from Medipol University. 

Since 2023, he has been serving at Estexper Clinic, Istanbul.

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Sezer Saglam
Clinical oncologist
25 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital

Sezer Saglam

Clinical oncologist
25 years of experience

Personal Information 

Sex:  Male

Born : 1968 

 

Professional Experience

Gayrettepe Florence Nigthingale Hospital

Medical Oncology Department

Besiktas/Istanbul/Turkey (ongoing)

 

Education:

He became Professor (22/April /2016)

Medical Oncology

 

Attending Phys.in Gastrointestinal Oncology (January 2005 ,2009)

Istanbul University Oncology Institue,

Department of Medical Oncology

 

Medical Oncology Fellowship (December 2001-December2004)

Istanbul University, Istanbul Medical Faculty

 

Hemodialysis Traning (May1996-January1997)

Istanbul University ,bCerrahpasa Medical Faculty

 

Internal Medicine Residency (November 1991-November 1996)

Istanbul University ,bCerrahpasa Medical Faculty

 

Ege University Medical Faculty (1985-1991)

 

Professional Experience

February 1999-November 2001

Metropolitan Florence Nigthingale Hospital

American Cancer Center, Gayrettepe/İstanbul

 

April1997- October 1998

Bayraktar Dialysis Center

Güngören/ Istanbul

 

Membership

Turkish Medical Oncology Association

ENET(European Neuroendocrine Tumour Society)

ESMO

ASCO

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Ilker Nihat Okten
Clinical oncologist
18 years of experience
3.5
3 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Istanbul Oncology Hospital

Ilker Nihat Okten

Clinical oncologist
18 years of experience
Dr. Ilker Nihat Okten is a medical oncologist who is board certified by the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO). He has been involved as a sub investigator in multiple phase III clinical trials for various cancers and has several publications in the field of oncology.Read more

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