Best Esophagectomy doctors: TOP 49 doctors

Dr. Solak specializes in gastrointestinal cancers, including complex esophagectomies, with training at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute.

• Fellowship-trained at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Handles a wide range of cancers, including lung and head-neck cancers
• Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, a leading facility for cancer care

Dr. Tarik Akar specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures for esophageal conditions, including early-stage cancer treatment. His work at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental focuses on minimally invasive techniques.

• Graduated from Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine, Istanbul University
• Published 19 international papers on gastrointestinal treatments
• Awarded Best Verbal Presentation in gastrointestinal cancers congress
• Specializes in ESD for early-stage esophageal cancer
• Expert in POEM procedure for achalasia

Dr. Kartal specializes in esophagectomy at Anadolu Medical Center, with extensive training in advanced surgical techniques.

• Board-certified general surgeon with over 15 years of experience
• Member of the European Society of Coloproctology and Turkish Surgical Society
• Trained in laparoscopic and endoscopic surgical procedures
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, a leading facility in Turkey

Head of Gastroenterology and Oncology at Academic Hospital Solingen – specializes in complex gastrointestinal conditions.

• 30+ years of experience in gastroenterology and internal medicine
• Author of 130+ publications on gastroenterological treatments
• Specializes in malignant tumors of internal organs
• Member of the European Society of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy

Dr. Alemdar specializes in medical oncology with extensive training at Akdeniz University – a leader in cancer care.

• Board-certified in medical oncology since 2018
• Over 15 years of experience in oncology
• Works at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Dr. Bilal Ergul pioneered innovative gastroenterology treatments, including successful POEM surgeries that restore patients' hope and quality of life.

• Authored 100+ academic publications
• Specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures
• Focuses on patient-centered care

Dr. Tvaruzek has performed over 3,500 robotic surgeries, specializing in complex procedures at St. Zdislava Hospital.

• Leading certified expert by Intuitive Surgical for Da Vinci robots
• Heads the Center of Robotic Surgery in Czech Republic
• Specializes in prostatectomy, transoral surgeries, and bariatric procedures
• Member of Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Bariatric Surgery

Dr. Camel Kopty is a specialist in internal medicine, gastroenterology, endoscopy, and hepatology. He focuses on liver and pancreatic diseases, as well as bile duct disorders. He has performed more than 28,000 diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures. Dr. Kopty has strong experience in gastroscopy and colonoscopy.

He has received several awards and quality certificates in clinical endoscopy. His research in hepatology, including hepatitis B and C, has gained international recognition. Dr. Kopty has published many articles and received FDA research awards for his work.

Education and Specialization

• Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Education
• Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – General Surgery Specialization
• Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine – Associate Professorship
• Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine – Professorship

Professional Memberships
• Turkish Medical Association
• Mediterranean Health Foundation
• Akdeniz University Development and Health Foundation
• Transplantation Organizations Coordination Association
• National Surgical Association

Specializing in thoracic surgery, Dr. Gunluoglu focuses on complex esophageal procedures at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Specializes in esophagectomy and related thoracic surgeries
• Practices at a leading university hospital in Turkey
• Expert in managing postoperative recovery for esophageal surgeries

33 years specializing in oncology with deep expertise in gastrointestinal cancers. Dr. Hubert leads the Gastrointestinal Cancer Center at Hadassah Medical Center.

• Board-certified in oncology and radiotherapy
• Head of Gastrointestinal Cancer Center
• Member of Israel Society of Clinical Oncology and Israel Cancer Association
• Fluent in English and Hebrew

Leading specialist in esophagectomy procedures at Asklepios Altona Clinic, dedicated to delivering optimal patient outcomes.

• Head of the Gastroenterology Department with extensive expertise
• Focuses on advanced surgical techniques for complex cases
• Committed to providing personalized care tailored to individual needs

Specializes in gastroenterology with a focus on digestive system cancers, including esophagectomy procedures at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Subspecialized in gastroenterology at Ege University Faculty of Medicine Hospital
• Experienced in endoscopic treatments like stenting for food pipe stenosis
• Member of the Izmir Medical Chamber

ACADEMIC CAREER SUMMARY

Degree: Bachelor's
Field: Medicine
University: Atatürk University
Year: 2001

Degree: Master's
Field: Medicine
University: Atatürk University
Year: 2001

Specialization/Doctorate: Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology
University: İnönü University
Year: 2012

Associate Professorship: Gastroenterology
University: İnönü University
Year: 2018

Foreign Language: English, 67.5, 2007

H-index (WoS/Google): 8/10

Impact Factor: 8.1577

Key Research Work:
“Does apocynin increase liver regeneration in the partial hepatectomy model?” Yılmaz Bilgiç, Burhan Hakan Kanat, Onural ÖZHAN, Azibe YILDIZ, Zeynep AKSUNGUR, Mehmet Erman ERDEMLİ, Nigar VARDI, Yusuf TÜRKÖZ, Sami AKBULUT, Adem KÖSE, Hakan PARLAKPINAR. Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences, 2023 (53), 1-12 Q3.

Declared Project Title, Year:
K.3.6. “Investigation of the Effects of Vinpocetine in Sepsis Created by Cecal Ligation and Puncture in Rats” (Principal Investigator), 2023

International Experience:
Advanced Endoscopy Training, Anam Hospital, South Korea (3 months, 2016)
Advanced ERCP Course, Olympus Training Center, Hamburg (2017)

ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS

• Institution: İnönü University Turgut Özal Medical Center
  City: Malatya
  Position: Assistant Chief Physician
  Period: 2021 - 2024

Professor Omer Necip Aytug brings 30+ years of gastroenterology expertise to esophagectomy cases at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Completed Gastroenterology fellowship at Marmara University
• Professor at Abant İzzet Baysal University Medical School
• Published numerous papers on gastroenterology topics
• Former faculty member at Duzce University Medical School

A specialist in the digestive system through MIR from the Hospital Clinic of Barcelona and a Doctor of Medicine from the University of Barcelona, he received his PhD from the University of Barcelona.

He completed his postgraduate training in the Gastroenterology Service of the Barcelona Hospital Clinic and then in the Department of Gastroenterology at Case Western Reserve University (Cleveland, USA), where he conducted cutting-edge research on inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD, Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis).

From 2004 to 2011 he worked in the Gastroenterology Department of the Barcelona Hospital Clinic / IDIBAPS, and since 2011 he has worked as a specialist doctor in the Digestive System Department of the Teknon Medical Center in Barcelona.

He was a member of the Scientific Committee of ECCO and coordinator of the European project "IBDChip". He is the author of more than 150 publications and 500 presentations at conferences and conferences.

Experience:

Digestive system specialist, completed the MIR training program and completed his residency in this specialty at the Provincial Hospital of Barcelona between 1993 and 1996.

Doctor of Medicine from the University of Barcelona with the qualification "Distinguished Diploma Unanimously". In 2001 he received the Distinguished Doctorate from the University of Barcelona.

Between 1997 and 1999, he completed his postgraduate training in the Gastroenterology Department of the Provincial Hospital of Barcelona. Subsequently, he completed two internships in the Gastroenterology Department of Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, USA, between 2000 and 2003, where he conducted cutting-edge research in the field of gastroenterology.

Since 2004 he has been working in the Gastroenterology Service of the Provincial Hospital of Barcelona / IDIBAPS, focusing on the treatment and research of inflammatory bowel diseases.

He is the author of numerous publications, conference papers and book chapters both nationally and internationally.

Member of the Catalan Society of Gastroenterology, the Spanish Association of Gastroenterology, the Spanish Working Group on Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis and the American Gastroenterological Association.

Areas of special interest: storage rhythm disorders, chronic diarrhea, inflammatory bowel diseases (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis) and other causes of chronic intestinal inflammation.

Dr. Sebastian F. Schoppmann is an expert in general and visceral surgery. He has focused on upper gastrointestinal (GI) surgery since 2007. He leads the Gastroesophageal Tumor Unit (CCC-GET) at the Comprehensive Cancer Center Vienna. He is also an Associate Professor of Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna.

Dr. Schoppmann has published over 240 peer-reviewed articles. He serves as a consulting or associate editor for several leading surgical and oncology journals. He is the General Secretary of the Austrian Society of Surgical Oncology. He has also held important leadership roles in surgical oncology organizations. His work has helped advance upper-GI cancer surgery.

Dr. Martin Schindl is a senior consultant at the University Hospital of Surgery, Vienna General Hospital. He specializes in surgery of the pancreas, liver, gallbladder, and bile ducts. He also focuses on surgical cancer therapy. Dr. Schindl leads the surgical outpatient clinic for pancreatic and biliary diseases. He coordinates the interdisciplinary pancreatic cancer group at the Comprehensive Cancer Center Vienna.

He founded the ABCSG Pancreas Working Group. Dr. Schindl reviews articles for international surgical journals. He is a member of several national and international surgical societies. He also serves on the ethics committee of the Medical University of Vienna. Dr. Schindl has made important contributions to cancer therapy research and patient support programs.

Specializes in gastroenterology with extensive training in endoscopic procedures for digestive system cancers, including esophagectomy.

• Over 10 years of experience at Tepecik Training and Research Hospital
• Trained in advanced endoscopic techniques at Korea University
• Expertise in early detection and treatment of stomach and colon cancers