Best PET-MRI Doctors Worldwide — TOP 54

Dr. Sezer Sağlam is a medical oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in gastrointestinal oncology and the treatment of liver cancer. Dr. Sağlam was nominated for the International Best Researcher Award for his work on liver-transplanted patients. He has served as a professor of medical oncology since 2016.

• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Member of the European Neuroendocrine Tumor Society (ENETS).
• Works at JCI-accredited facility with advanced PET-MRI and radiology departments.

Prof. Amos Toren, MD, PhD, MHA, is a pediatric hemato-oncologist and BMT specialist. He served as Director of Pediatric Hemato-Oncology and BMT at Sheba Medical Center.

He is board certified in Pediatrics, Pediatric Hemato-Oncology, and Bone Marrow Transplantation. He holds a PhD in Human Genetics. He was Head of the Hematology Division at Tel Aviv University for two terms. He is a member of ASH, COG, ESPHI, EBMT, and CIBMTR. He also serves on the Ministry of Health Cord Blood Committee.

He led one of Israel’s most advanced pediatric oncology and BMT programs. The program treated children and young adults. His focus includes leukemia and lymphoma, immunodeficiencies, and rare cancers. He specializes in BMT and CAR T-cell therapy.

His translational research covers CAR T cells, cytokine-induced killer cells, pediatric brain tumors, and targeted therapies. He has worked with St. Anna, the NIH, and St. Jude. His publications include studies on pediatric SCT prophylaxis and PARP resistance.

Dr. Andreas Sesterhenn is the Chief Physician of Otolaryngology and Plastic Surgery at Solingen Clinic. He specializes in tumor removal for the head, neck, and upper airways. Dr. Sesterhenn uses robotic systems for interventions through incisions as small as 1 cm. Developed expertise in surgical medicine through training in the USA and Germany.

• Performs endoscopic operations through the nose to treat complex tumors.
• Author of over 75 scientific publications in the field of head and neck surgery.
• Treats larynx, thyroid, and tongue cancer using tumor-sparing techniques.
• Works at Solingen Clinic, ranked among the top hospitals in Germany by Focus magazine.

Dr. Tuncay Tas is a urological surgeon at Safe Urology in Istanbul. He has performed 5,000+ operations throughout his career. Dr. Tas completed fellowship training at Heidelberg University in Germany. He specializes in penile aesthetic surgery and regenerative medicine applications.

• Specialist in penile lengthening, thickening, and prosthesis applications.
• Introduced stem cell and exosome injections for male health to Turkey.
• Instructs global medical professionals in regenerative medicine at ISSCA.
• Treats complex conditions like azoospermia and Peyronie's disease.

Dr. Gokhan Yilmaz is a general surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in colorectal, gastrointestinal, and bariatric surgery. Dr. Yilmaz previously served as an Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University. He trained at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, a top Turkish medical institution.

• Performs complex procedures like gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and gastric balloon.
• Treats conditions including inguinal hernias, pancreatic cysts, and fibrocystic breast disease.
• Conducted surgical research and trained new surgeons as a university faculty member.
• Works at a facility that earned 95.4 out of 96.4 points for healthcare quality.

Professor Onder Surgit is a senior surgeon at Optimed International Hospital. He specializes in cancer surgery and advanced laparoscopic techniques used during PET-MRI evaluations.

• Holds the academic title of Professor – the highest rank in medical education
• Graduated from Hacettepe Faculty of Medicine – a premier medical school in Turkey
• Instructor surgeon at ITEM – trains other doctors in advanced medical technologies
• Former faculty member at Turgut Ozal University and Atilim University

Dr. Almog Ben Yaacov is a senior surgeon at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in oncological surgery and PET-MRI assessment for complex abdominal cancers.

• Trained in surgical oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York
• Performed over 200 HIPEC procedures – a specialized treatment for advanced abdominal cancers
• Completed advanced training in NanoKnife technology at King's College in London
• Specializes in cytoreductive surgery to remove tumors from the abdominal cavity
• Expert in gastric cancer, sarcoma, and complex colorectal malignancies

Professor Amit Tirosh heads the Neuroendocrine Tumors Service at Sheba Medical Center. He uses PET-MRI to evaluate complex hereditary syndromes and endocrine cancers.

• Trained in endocrine tumor genetics at the National Institutes of Health in the United States
• Serves on an international expert panel for von Hippel–Lindau disease management
• Authored over 40 scientific articles in journals like Radiology and JAMA Oncology
• Member of the European Neuroendocrine Tumors Society and American Endocrine Society
• Leads the endocrine oncology bioinformatics laboratory to improve diagnostic accuracy

Education and Specialization

• Faculty of Medicine, Hacettepe University
• 1999 - Akdeniz University, Faculty of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine Specialization Training
• Internal Medicine Specialization Training in the USA, Akdeniz University (2013 - 2014)
• Internal Medicine Specialization Training in the USA (2013 - 2014) - Medical Oncology Department
• Akdeniz University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Medical Oncology (Received Associate Professorship title)

Work Experience

• 2009 - Kayseri Training and Research Hospital, Hospital
• Acıbadem Kayseri
• 2017 - 2018 - Lara Private Anadolu Hospital
• 2018 - Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Expertise

• Diagnosis of organ tumors
• Chemotherapy in cancer treatment
• Targeted cancer therapies
• Immunotherapy in cancer treatment
• Next-generation genetic research in cancer treatment
• Complementary medicine in cancer treatment
• Medical oncology

Dr. Emine Yildirim is an associate professor of general surgery at Atlas University Hospital, Istanbul. She specializes in surgical oncology with a focus on breast cancer treatment and reconstruction. Dr. Yildirim has published over 15 scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals like Academic Radiology. She holds multiple international certificates in breast cancer surgery and nipple-sparing techniques.

• Performs breast-conserving surgery, free flap reconstruction, and implant-based breast augmentation.
• Treats complex oncological conditions including thyroid, bladder, and colorectal cancers.
• Completed medical residency at Istanbul Haseki Health Application and Research Center.
• Works at AACI-accredited Atlas University Hospital, which treats 565,000 patients annually.

Dr. Sefik Igdem is a radiation oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating head, neck, and prostate cancers. He currently serves as a Professor at Demiroğlu Bilim University. Dr. Igdem uses Truebeam STx and Halcyon systems for accurate radiotherapy.

• Specializes in conformal treatments for complex tumor cases.
• Treats various conditions including lung, breast, and brain tumors.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves 200,000 patients annually.
• Completed his radiation oncology training at the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty.

Dr. Sezer Saglam is a medical oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating gastrointestinal and breast cancers. His research on rectal cancer timing has influenced global treatment protocols. Dr. Saglam develops personalized therapy plans using targeted medicine and precision techniques.

• Nominated for the International Best Researcher Award for work on liver cancer.
• Leads clinical trials focused on targeted therapies and precision oncology.
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).

Assistant Professor Suleyman Hilmi Aksoy performs advanced diagnostic imaging at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He specialized at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, a top-tier medical school.

• Provides whole-body PET-MRI scans using high-resolution imaging for precise tumor detection
• Specializes in interventional radiology to perform biopsies without traditional open surgery
• Member of the European Society of Radiology and the International Society of Radiology
• Presented research at 13 national and global medical congresses on modern imaging
• Served as Chief Assistant at the renowned Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty Radiology Department

Professor Seref Komurcu is a board-certified oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. He uses PET-MRI to evaluate solid tumors like breast, lung, and colorectal cancers.

• Holds an ESMO certificate, the European standard for excellence in medical oncology
• Authored over 110 scientific papers on cancer treatment protocols
• Certified by the ECFMG, meeting the medical standards for the United States
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology
• Former Professor at Gulhane Military Medical Academy, training future specialists

Present
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
Medical Oncology

2022-2024
Memorial Şişli Hospital
Medical Oncology Specialist

2021-2022
Institut Jules Bordet
Clinical Research Fellowship

2020-2022
Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital
Medical Oncology Specialist

2019-2019
Institut Jules Bordet
Clinical Research Fellowship

2016-2019
Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Medical Oncology
Medical Oncology Fellowship

2014-2016
Golbasi Public Hospital
Internal Medicine Specialist

2013-2014
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Observership

2013
Bellvitge Hospital, Barcelona, Spain
Observership

2009 -2014
Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
Internal Medicine Residency

Dr. Murat Atay is a breast and general surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He completed specialized training in sentinel node mapping at the MDA Cancer Center in Texas. Dr. Atay also held several surgical roles at Lille University Hospital in France. He focuses on breast and thyroid surgery as well as oncological procedures.

• Performs mastectomy, lumpectomy, and lymphadenectomy.
• Treats conditions such as breast cancer and fibrocystic breast disease.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited smart hospital that treats 300,000 patients annually.
• Uses PET-MRI and mammography for precise diagnosis and monitoring.

Professor Einat Even-sapir heads the Nuclear Medicine Department at Sourasky Medical Center. She specializes in PET-MRI and hybrid imaging to detect and monitor cancer with high accuracy.

• Directs the imaging department at Ichilov – one of Israel's largest medical centers
• Uses Gallium 68 scans to detect specific neuroendocrine tumors
• Holds a PhD in medical sciences focusing on advanced imaging technology
• Practices molecular breast imaging – identifies small or hidden lesions missed by standard scans
• Trained in nuclear medicine at Rambam Medical Center and Dalhousie University in Canada

Dr. Yusuf Acikgoz is a medical oncologist at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital. He specializes in treating complex cancers, including lung, breast, and liver malignancies. He completed a fellowship at Ohio State University in the United States. Dr. Acikgoz manages treatments like chemotherapy, radioembolization, and immunotherapy.

• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Assistant Investigator for Phase III clinical trials, including the CheckMate-649 study.
• Certified in Good Clinical Practice and Human Subjects Protection at Ohio State University.
• Performs diagnostic procedures like biopsy, gastroscopy, and tumor marker testing.

Professor Sebastian Keil leads the radiology department at Academic Hospital Solingen. He specializes in high-precision imaging and cross-sectional diagnostic techniques including PET-MRI.

• Chief Physician at the Clinic for Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology
• Graduated medical school with honors at Julius-Maximilians-University Wurzburg
• Trained under pioneers in the field of interventional radiology
• Performs cancer screenings for glioblastoma, lung, and prostate cancers
• Expert in cross-sectional imaging for oncological and systemic conditions