Best Chemotherapy for esophageal carcinoma doctors: TOP 35 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.

She has been working as an internal medicine specialist and medical oncology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center since 2021.
 

Dr. Solak specializes in gastrointestinal cancers, including esophageal carcinoma, with training at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute and MD Anderson Cancer Center.

• Completed fellowship at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
• Trained at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Experienced in treating various cancers, including gastrointestinal types
• Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Prof. Merimsky heads the Soft Tissue and Bone Oncology Unit at Sourasky Medical Center – a leader in sarcoma treatment with decades of specialized experience.

• Over 41 years of experience focused on sarcoma and thoracic oncology
• Fellowship-trained at Institut Gustave Roussy in Paris
• ESMO faculty member for sarcoma treatment protocols
• Published extensively on orthopedic oncology outcomes
• Former Chairman of Israel's Oncology and Radiotherapy Society

Prof. Arber specializes in GI cancer prevention and treatment, with over 44 years of experience of experience, including leading the Cancer Prevention Center at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Heads the Integrated Cancer Prevention Center at Sourasky Medical Center
• Published over 300 papers on GI cancer research and treatment
• Fellowship trained in gastroenterology at NewYork-Presbyterian Center
• Member of multiple international cancer and gastroenterology associations
• Specializes in early detection and prevention of GI tumors

Prof. Sezer Sağlam specializes in gastrointestinal oncology with over 27 years of experience of focused experience. He leads the Medical Oncology Department at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Professor of Medical Oncology since 2016
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Expert in neuroendocrine tumors (ENET member)

Assoc. Prof. Abdullah Sakin leads the Medical Oncology Department at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, specializing in esophageal carcinoma.

• Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University
• Trained at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Over a decade of experience in medical oncology
• Specialized in internal medicine before oncology

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.

Prof. Yeşim (Yesim) Yıldırım — Medical Oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center (since 2011). ESMO-certified specialist, Professor since 2021, author of 80+ scientific publications. Trained at top centers — Rambam (Israel) and Mount Vernon (UK). Treats breast, lung, and gastrointestinal (GI) cancers, as well as melanoma and sarcomas; uses immunotherapy and targeted therapy.

Why patients choose Dr. Yeşim Yıldırım:

• 20+ years of clinical practice; Professor of Medical Oncology since 2021.
• 80+ peer-reviewed publications in tumor biology, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy — treatment plans are based on up-to-date evidence.
• ESMO certification — from Europe’s leading oncology society — confirms high qualification and continuous training to international standards.

Prof. Şeref Kömürcü is an ECFMG and ESMO-certified medical and breast oncologist with over 20 years of experience. He specializes in solid cancer, breast cancer, colorectal and lung cancer treatment and has held teaching and scientific positions throughout his career. He is a member of several professional organizations.

Professor Saglam specializes in gastrointestinal oncology at Florence Nightingale Hospital, with over 29 years of experience of focused expertise in medical oncology.

• Board-certified in medical oncology since 2004
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and European Neuroendocrine Tumor Society
• Completed fellowship at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Practices at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Dr. Wolf leads the Medical Oncology Division at Sourasky Medical Center – one of Israel's leading hospitals.

• Specializes in oncology and internal medicine
• Trained at Ben Gurion University of the Negev
• Extensive experience across various medical units

Director of oncology hospitalization at Tel Aviv Medical Center – Dr. Stepfansky leads a specialized team for esophageal carcinoma treatment.

• Over 26 years of experience of oncology experience
• Primary researcher in multiple clinical trials for new chemotherapy protocols
• Trained at Tel Aviv Medical Center, Israel's leading oncology hospital
• Specializes in internal medicine and oncology

Dr. Dror Levin specializes in pediatric hematology oncology, with a focus on bone cancer (sarcoma) in children at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Director of children's hematology oncology department at Sourasky
• Coordinates treatment of bone cancer and soft tissue sarcoma in children
• Member of ISPHO – Israel's pediatric hemato-oncology association
• Trained at Rizzoli Orthopaedic Institute in Bologna – a leading sarcoma center

Phd Viola Fox leads the Clinic for Haematology, Oncology and Palliative Care at BKZ Solingen – a certified interdisciplinary cancer center.

• Specialized in chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies
• Qualified specialist in genetics with molecular diagnostics expertise
• Active researcher in molecular biology for haemato-oncological diseases
• Member of German and American oncology societies

Specializing in breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers – Dr. Ozatli provides expert care at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

• Board-certified oncologist with extensive experience
• Associate Professor since 2016
• Internal Medicine Specialist at Malatya State Hospital
• Former physician at Ankara Oncology Clinic and Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital

Associate Professor Dr. Yusuf Acikgoz brings research-backed expertise from Ohio State University to Lokman Hekim's oncology department.

• Trained at Ankara Numune, one of Turkey's leading teaching hospitals
• Contributed to Phase III trials for advanced esophageal cancer treatments
• Holds multiple CITI certifications in clinical research and patient protection
• Member of American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

Dr. Auala Hubert leads the Gastrointestinal Cancer Center at Hadassah Medical Center, specializing in esophageal carcinoma with 36 years of experience of experience.

• Head of Gastrointestinal Cancer Center at Hadassah University Hospital
• Board-certified in Oncology and Radiotherapy
• Member of Israel Society of Clinical Oncology and Israel Cancer Association
• Fluent in English and Hebrew for international patients

Assoc. Prof. Atakan Topcu specializes in medical oncology with a focus on solid tumors, including esophageal carcinoma, at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Published over 50 scientific articles in oncology
• Expert in targeted therapies and immunotherapy
• Member of European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Specializes in cancer-related malnutrition and geriatric oncology