Best Chemotherapy for liver cancer doctors: TOP 31 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. Solak specializes in gastrointestinal cancers, including liver cancer, with fellowship training at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute.

• Experienced in treating breast, testicular, ovarian, lung, and head-neck cancers
• Trained at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

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

• Completed medical oncology training at Marmara University
• Served as head researcher in international clinical studies
• Formerly responsible for medical oncology unit at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Ranked 3rd in Turkey in minor specialty exam

Dr. Pelles Sharon specializes in advanced liver cancer treatments, including SIRT therapy and chemoembolization, at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Experienced in a wide range of liver cancer therapies
• Conducted clinical research on patient attitudes towards clinical trials
• Performs Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) for select cases
• Offers innovative liver-directed therapies like radiofrequency ablation

Prof. Merimsky leads the Unit for Soft Tissue and Bone Oncology at Sourasky Medical Center and specializes in advanced chemotherapy protocols.

• Associate Professor of Oncology with 41 years of experience of clinical experience
• Member of ESMO Sarcoma Faculty and active in cancer research
• Fellowship-trained at Institut Gustave Roussy in Paris
• Former Chairman of the Israeli Society for Oncology and Radiotherapy
• Published extensively on sarcoma and thoracic oncology

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

• Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained in Medical Oncology at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Specialist in Internal Medicine from Istanbul Haseki Training and Research Hospital

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 is a leading expert in cancer immunotherapy and targeted therapies, with over 22 years of experience at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Specializes in breast, gastrointestinal, and lung cancers
• Published 80+ international and national oncology publications
• Member of ESMO and ESO, with certification from ESMO
• Professor at Haliç University, contributing to oncology education
• Trained at prestigious institutions including Rambam Medical Centre and Mount Vernon Cancer Center

Professor specializing in gastrointestinal oncology – Dr. Saglam leads the Medical Oncology Department at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• 29 years of experience treating liver cancer with chemotherapy
• Member of ENET, ESMO, and ASCO
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University Oncology Institute

Director of oncology hospitalization at Tel Aviv Medical Center – Dr. Stepfansky leads a dedicated oncology team with extensive clinical research experience.

• 26 years of experience of clinical experience including internal medicine
• Specialized in oncology with training at Tel Aviv Medical Center
• Primary and secondary researcher in multiple oncology clinical trials
• Recognized expertise in both internal medicine and oncology

Dr. Fox specializes in liver cancer chemotherapy, combining immunotherapy and targeted therapies for personalized treatment plans.

• Chief Physician at a certified interdisciplinary cancer center
• Expert in molecular diagnostics and innovative therapies
• Member of German and American oncology societies
• Qualified specialist in genetics for tailored treatments
• Active in molecular biology research for cancer therapies

Associate Professor Tahsin Ozatli specializes in breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

• Over a decade of experience in oncology
• Worked at Ankara Oncology Clinic and Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital
• Promoted to Associate Professor in 2016

Assoc. Prof. Atakan Topcu specializes in liver cancer chemotherapy at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, with a focus on targeted therapies and immunotherapy.

• Published over 50 scientific articles in oncology
• Member of European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Expert in geriatric oncology and cancer-related malnutrition
• Fellowship-trained in Medical Oncology at Bezmialem Vakıf University

Dr. Ercan Ozden specializes in medical oncology with years of experience treating liver cancer at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Trained at Istanbul University's Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Completed Medical Oncology Subspecialty at Kocaeli University
• Practices both internal medicine and medical oncology

Specialized in medical oncology since 2018, Dr. Alemdar focuses on liver cancer treatments at Medical Park Antalya.

• Completed internal medicine and medical oncology training at Akdeniz University
• 20 years of experience of experience in internal medicine and oncology
• Worked at Akdeniz University Hospital and Antalya Training and Research Hospital

Associate Professor Nail Paksoy specializes in liver cancer chemotherapy at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, with extensive research and clinical trial experience.

• Board-certified in Medical Oncology by ESMO
• Published multiple studies on chemotherapy outcomes
• Participated in international clinical trials for advanced cancer treatments
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University Oncology Institute

Professor Irfan Cicin brings over 29 years of experience of specialized experience in medical oncology to İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Fellowship-trained in medical oncology at Trakya University
• Professor at Trakya University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association

Associate Professor of Medical Oncology at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı, specializing in liver cancer treatments.

• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Published multiple peer-reviewed articles on liver cancer and chemotherapy outcomes
• Education Coordinator for Medical Oncology Sub-Branch
• Extensive experience in internal medicine and oncology

Assoc. Prof. Ayşe İrem Yasin, M.D., is a medical oncologist who specializes in solid tumors. Her clinical focus includes breast, lung, gastrointestinal, gynecologic, and urologic cancers. She also treats brain and other CNS tumors, soft tissue sarcomas, head and neck cancers, adenocarcinomas, melanoma, Merkel cell carcinoma, and cancers of unknown primary. She practices at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital (2025–present). She previously worked at Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital (2023–2025).

She completed a Medical Oncology fellowship at Bezmialem Vakıf University (2019–2022). This followed an Internal Medicine residency at the same institution (2012–2016). Her international experience includes the Breast Cancer Unit at the University of Piemonte Orientale in Novara (2022). She also trained at Basel University Hospital, Cleveland Clinic, and Harvard Medical School. She holds the ESMO Board Certificate (2022).