Best Esophagectomy Doctors Abroad

Zhang Jinshan, male, China’s First M.D. in the Radiation Medicine, CCI (Chinese College of Interventionalists) Master Interventionalist, Director of the Department of Former Radiological Diagnosis at Chinese PLA General Hospital(No.3 in China) Ph.D. of Medicine, Nagasaki University, Japan.

1980–1985: Completed doctoral studies at Nagasaki University, Japan

1968–present: Department of Radiology, Chinese PLA General Hospital

1988: Third Prize of the Military Science and Technology Progress Award

1989–present: Member of Radiological Society of North America(RSNA)

1990–2009: Standing Committee Member of the Radiology and Therapeutic Radiology Committee of the PLA

1991: Second Prize of the Military Science and Technology Progress Award

1992–2008: Group Leader of the Group of Intervention of Chinese Journal of Radiology

1992–2015: Standing Editorial Board Member and Editorial Board Member of Journal of Interventional Radiology

1993: Granted the Lifetime Special Government Allowance of the State Council

1993–2012: Deputy Chief Editor of Chinese Journal of Medical Image Technology

1994: Third Prize of the Military Science and Technology Progress Award

1997: Second Prize of the Military Science and Technology Progress Award

1997–2009: Standing Member of Chinese Society of Radiology

1999: Third Prize of the Military Science and Technology Progress Award

1999–2010: Deputy Director Member of Chinese Society of Interventional Oncology

2002: Second Prize of the Military Science and Technology Progress Award

2005: Third Prize of the Military Science and Technology Progress Award

Member of Radiological Society of North America(RSNA)

Standing Member of Chinese Society of Radiology

Group Leader of the Group of Intervention of Chinese Journal of Radiology

Deputy Director Member of Chinese Society of Interventional Oncology

Director Member of Beijing Medical Association Society of Interventional Radiology

Deputy Chief Editor of Chinese Journal of Medical Image Technology

Standing Member of Professional Committee of Radiological Medicine of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army

Standing Editorial Board Member and Editorial Board Member of Journal of Interventional Radiology

Awarded the Special Government Allowance of the State Council

Awarded three Second Prizes and four Third Prizes for Military Science and Technology Progress.

Awarded the honorary title of “Chinese College of Interventionalists(CCI) Master Interventionalist”

Led multiple national and provincial/ministerial scientific research projects, including two projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and two projects funded by the Department of Science and Technology of Sichuan Province.

In the pioneering development of interventional medicine in China, Zhang Jinshan has been an indispensable founder and leading figure. As China’s first overseas-trained doctoral graduate in radiological medicine, he returned to China in the 1980s after completing his studies abroad and introduced cutting-edge international interventional technologies to the country. Over more than four decades of dedicated practice and research, he has helped propel Chinese interventional medicine from its infancy to a position at the forefront of the global field through his exceptional clinical expertise and profound academic accomplishments.

Professor Zhang Jinshan has long been dedicated to the field of medical imaging and has developed distinctive expertise in selective and superselective interventional diagnosis and treatment for solid tumors such as liver cancer, demonstrating exceptional technical proficiency and profound academic accomplishment. Beginning in the 1990s, he led his team in pioneering the clinical application and research of TIPSS and B-ORTO in China, filling major gaps in the domestic field and opening new paths for the interventional management of gastrointestinal bleeding caused by portal hypertension secondary to liver cirrhosis. In addition, he has made groundbreaking contributions to the interventional diagnosis and treatment of peripheral vascular diseases, as well as to preoperative embolization for spinal tumors.

In the field of liver cancer treatment, Professor Zhang Jinshan not only led the development of standardized treatment protocols for liver cancer but also pioneered Transcatheter Arterial Chemoembolization with temporary Hepatic Vein Thrombosis (TACE-THVO) for primary liver cancer, bringing the efficacy of interventional therapy to a new level. In recognition of his outstanding clinical and scientific contributions, he was awarded the honorary title of “Chinese Master of Interventional Radiology” at the 2019 annual conference of the Chinese College of Interventionalists.

Professor Zhang Jinshan is not only a master clinician but also a driving force in the development of the discipline and a dedicated mentor in talent cultivation. He led his team in establishing one of China’s premier interventional therapy centers. As a doctoral supervisor, he has trained a large number of outstanding specialists and future leaders in interventional medicine, with many of his students and protégés now serving across the country. Academically, he has led multiple key national and military research projects, published more than 300 academic papers, and served as chief editor of three monographs, making remarkable contributions to the establishment of China’s academic framework for interventional medicine and the nationwide dissemination of its technologies.

From the laboratory to the operating room, and from academic podiums to grassroots hospitals, Professor Zhang Jinshan has consistently upheld the principles of “pioneering, innovation, pragmatism, and compassion". He has devoted his life to fulfilling the mission of a physician—relieving patients’ suffering through minimally invasive techniques and advancing the discipline through academic excellence—thereby establishing himself as a truly towering figure and one of the foremost authorities in the field of interventional medicine in China.

Professor Zhang Jinshan’s Academic Achievements

Professor Zhang Jinshan has achieved prolific academic accomplishments, having published over 300 academic papers covering areas such as interventional therapy for liver cancer, minimally invasive treatment of portal hypertension, interventional treatment of vascular diseases, and tumor ablation.

Selected Publications by Professor Zhang Jinshan

1. Zhang Jinshan, Wang Maoqiang. Experiments and Clinical Studies of transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic stent shunt (TIPSS). Chinese Journal of Radiology, 1993，27（6）：361-365.

Professor Zhang Jinshan is the first author. This is one of the early research papers in China that systematically elaborates on the TIPSS technique. Through animal experiments and clinical case analysis, it confirmed that TIPSS is a safe and effective minimally invasive method for treating portal hypertension and its complications, laying an important foundation for the promotion and application of this technique in China.

2.Zhang Jinshan, Li Huai. Clinical study on transcatheter arterial embolization with temporary hepatic vein occlusion for the treatment of primary liver cancer.Chinese Journal of Radiology, 1996，30（8）：521-524.

Professor Zhang Jinshan is the first author. He innovatively proposed the technique of "transcatheter arterial embolization with temporary hepatic vein occlusion." Clinical results demonstrated that this method can significantly increase the drug concentration within liver cancer lesions, reduce damage to normal liver tissue, and effectively improve the therapeutic outcomes for intermediate and advanced liver cancer, providing a novel strategy for the interventional treatment of liver cancer.

3. Zhang Jinshan, Wang Maoqiang, Li Huai. Interventional treatment of Budd-Chiari syndrome. Chinese Journal of Medical Imaging Technology, 1998，14（3）：189-191.

Professor Zhang Jinshan is the first author. This paper systematically summarizes the early experience in interventional treatment of Budd-Chiari syndrome in China, elaborating in detail on the key operational points and therapeutic efficacy of techniques such as percutaneous transluminal angioplasty and stent placement. It confirms that interventional therapy is the preferred minimally invasive method for Budd-Chiari syndrome, promoting the standardized development of treatment for this disease.

4.Zhang Jinshan, Li Huai, Wang Maoqiang. Clinical value of superselective hepatic arterial chemoembolization in the treatment of hypovascular liver cancer. Chinese Journal of Radiology, 2000，34（5）：335-337.

Professor Zhang Jinshan is the first author. Addressing the challenges in interventional treatment of hypovascular liver cancer, this paper explores the clinical efficacy of superselective hepatic arterial chemoembolization. The results indicate that this technique can precisely target the lesions and improve the treatment response rate, providing an important clinical basis for the interventional treatment of hypovascular liver cancer.

5. Zhang Jinshan, Li Huai, Wang Maoqiang. Interventional treatment of peripheral vascular stenosis and occlusion.Chinese Journal of Radiology, 2002，36（7）：612-614.

Professor Zhang Jinshan is the first author. This paper summarizes the interventional treatment experience of over 400 patients with peripheral vascular stenosis and occlusion, analyzing the indications and efficacy of techniques such as balloon angioplasty and stent placement. It confirms that interventional therapy is a safe and effective approach for peripheral vascular diseases, providing practical support for its clinical promotion.

6.Zhang Jinshan, Li Huai, Wang Maoqiang. Clinical application of CT-guided percutaneous puncture ablation in the treatment of abdominal tumors. Chinese Journal of Medical Imaging Technology, 2004，20（9）：1395-1397.

Professor Zhang Jinshan is the first author. This paper explores the application value of CT-guided percutaneous puncture techniques such as radiofrequency ablation and chemical ablation in the treatment of abdominal tumors. The clinical results show that this method is minimally invasive with reliable efficacy, offering a minimally invasive treatment option for patients with inoperable abdominal tumors.

7.Zhang Jinshan, Wang Maoqiang, Li Huai. Advances in the application of interventional therapy for benign prostatic hyperplasia. Chinese Journal of Radiology, 2006，40（8）：876-878.

Professor Zhang Jinshan is the corresponding author. This paper systematically reviews the cutting-edge advances in interventional therapy for benign prostatic hyperplasia, including the principles, procedures, and efficacy of techniques such as prostatic artery embolization and stent placement, providing new insights for the minimally invasive treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia.

8.Zhang Jinshan, Li Huai, Wang Maoqiang. Discussion on the standardization of interventional therapy for liver cancer. Chinese Journal of Practical Surgery, 2008，28（10）：856-858.

Professor Zhang Jinshan is the corresponding author. Drawing on years of clinical experience and research findings, he led the discussion on standardized protocols for interventional therapy of liver cancer, covering key aspects such as preoperative assessment, treatment modality selection, and postoperative management, providing important references for the formulation of clinical guidelines for interventional therapy of liver cancer in China.

Professor Zhang Jinshan co-authored monographs

1. Interventional Radiology (People's Military Medical Press, 1995): The first monograph in China to systematically discuss the theories and techniques of interventional radiology. It comprehensively elaborates on the interventional diagnosis and treatment system for tumors, vascular diseases, and non-vascular diseases, becoming a classic essential textbook for interventional physicians in China.

2.Interventional Therapy for Liver Cancer (People's Health Press, 2001): Focusing on minimally invasive interventions for liver cancer, this book systematically summarizes techniques such as TACE, ablation, and vascular intervention, refines operational standards and the prevention and management of complications, and promotes the standardization of interventional therapy for liver cancer.

3.Interventional Treatment of Portal Hypertension (Science Press, 2005): This book systematically elaborates on minimally invasive techniques for portal hypertension, such as TIPSS and B-ORTO, covering experimental research, clinical procedures, long-term follow-up, and efficacy evaluation, filling the gap in monographs on interventional treatment of portal hypertension in China.

Professor Zhang Jinshan’s Research project

1.The National "Eighth Five-Year Plan" Scientific and Technological Key Project—Clinical and Basic Research on Comprehensive Interventional Therapy for Liver Cancer (Project Leader): This project systematically explored multimodal interventional strategies for liver cancer, established the core regimen of superselective TACE combined with local ablation, and significantly improved the therapeutic outcomes for intermediate and advanced liver cancer.

2.The Military "Ninth Five-Year Plan" Key Medical Scientific Research Project—Standardized Research on TIPSS for the Treatment of Portal Hypertension (Project Leader): This project formulated China's first operational standards and postoperative management guidelines for TIPSS, reduced the incidence of complications, and promoted the popularization of this technique throughout the military and across the country.

3.National Natural Science Foundation of China Project — Research on the Mechanism of Targeted Therapy for Liver Cancer Using Hepatic Vein Occlusion Combined with Chemoembolization (Project Leader): This project revealed the synergistic enhancement mechanisms of the innovative technique at the levels of hemodynamics, drug metabolism, and the tumor microenvironment, providing theoretical support for precision interventional therapy of liver cancer.

4.Military Clinical High-Tech Major Project-Establishment and Clinical Application of the Interventional Treatment Technology System for Complex Vascular Diseases (Project Leader): This project overcame interventional challenges in complex lesions such as Budd-Chiari syndrome, peripheral vascular occlusion, and vascular malformations, forming a complete technical system that has been promoted and applied widely.

Specializing in liver and digestive health, Nurana Guliyeva brings focused expertise to complex gastrointestinal conditions at Biological Medicine - Integrative Health Center Baku.

• Over a decade of experience in gastroenterology and hepatology
• Trained at Ege University and Ankara Hacettepe Hospital in Turkey
• Specializes in treating viral hepatitis and autoimmune liver diseases
• Offers integrative approaches combining biological medicine with conventional treatments

Volkan Kinas specializes in complex gastrointestinal and oncological surgeries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in gastric cancer, colon cancer, and pancreatic surgeries
• Trained in oncological and bariatric metabolic procedures
• Performs minimally invasive techniques when possible

Dr. Yilmaz Bilgic brings specialized expertise in gastroenterology with advanced training in endoscopic procedures.

• Associate Professor in Gastroenterology since 2018
• Advanced Endoscopy Training in South Korea and Germany
• Specialized in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology
• Published research in liver regeneration and related fields

Prof. Cemalettin Aydin specializes in esophagectomy procedures at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Fellowship in gastroenterology surgery from Türkiye High Specialization Hospital
• Over 37 years of experience in general surgery
• Full professorship in general surgery at İnönü University
• Trained at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital

Specializes in minimally invasive esophagectomy – Dr. Aktas has performed advanced laparoscopic procedures since 1995, trained in Germany.

• 34 years of experience in general surgery with focus on oncology
• Expert in complex gastrointestinal tumor surgeries
• Pioneered modern techniques for cancer and metabolic surgery
• Head of surgery departments at multiple military hospitals

Specialist Surgeon Doctor Rafail Ibayev performs a wide range of laparoscopic and open gastrointestinal procedures at Erdem Hospital.

• Expert in both malignant and benign stomach operations
• Skilled in liver surgery and complex intestinal procedures
• Performs oncoplastic breast surgeries and thyroid operations
• Experienced in endoscopic procedures like gastroscopy and colonoscopy

Specializes in complex stomach cancer surgeries – Dr. Tarkan brings focused expertise to esophagectomy cases at Klinik Mavi.

• Member of Turkish Bariatric Surgery Association
• Affiliated with International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity
• Graduated from Dicle University's Faculty of Medicine

25 years of experience in Upper GI and Weight Loss Surgeries – Dr. Palep is a pioneer in minimally invasive techniques.

• Trained in Robotic GI Surgery in Italy for precise, faster recovery
• Performs advanced minimally invasive and robotic upper GI surgeries
• Published multiple peer-reviewed articles in international journals
• Invited speaker at national and international conferences

Dr. Ayman specializes in minimally invasive esophagectomy with advanced training from top institutions in Italy and Belgium.

• 21 years of experience in general and bariatric surgery
• Expert in gastric and colorectal surgery, including major procedures
• Member of IFSO, contributing to international bariatric surgery advancements
• Practices at Maria Cecilia Hospital, known for complex patient management

Specializes in gastroenterology with extensive training and leadership roles at top Turkish hospitals. Assoc. Dr. Ozturk brings deep expertise to complex gastrointestinal procedures.

• Board-certified gastroenterologist with 19 years of experience
• Former Chief Assistant of Gastroenterology Clinic at Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital
• Member of Turkish Society of Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Society
• Award-winning researcher in gastroenterology

Associate Professor Meryem Keceli Basaran specializes in pediatric gastroenterology at Istinye University Medicalpark Gaziosmanpaşa Hospital.

• Subspecialist in pediatric gastroenterology with years of clinical experience
• Expert in irritable bowel syndrome and food allergies related to the digestive system
• Member of ESPGHAN - European Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition
• Handles complex cases like chronic abdominal pain and Crohn’s disease

Dr. Ahmer Arif Shaikh specializes in oral cancer and functional rehabilitation, with a focus on preserving organs and improving patient outcomes.

• 15 years of experience in Surgical Oncology
• Expertise in major maxillofacial and head & neck surgeries
• Fellowship-trained in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology
• Researcher with multiple publications

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

Prof. Dr. Abdullah Sakin is a professor of medical oncology. He treats solid tumors, including lung, breast, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, gynecologic, head and neck cancers, and melanoma.

He delivers personalized, evidence-based care. His treatments include chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, hormone therapy, and precision oncology. He has authored more than 200 scientific publications and takes part in international clinical research. This work advances patient-centered cancer care.

Prof. Dr. Gül Alço is a radiation oncologist with about 27 years of experience. She treats breast, lung, prostate, gastrointestinal, gynecologic, central nervous system, head and neck, soft tissue, and bone cancers with radiotherapy.

Her expertise includes adaptive radiotherapy and radiosurgery. She uses advanced radiation techniques to provide personalized, evidence-based care in a multidisciplinary, patient-centered setting.

Prof. Dr. İbrahim Doğan is a gastroenterologist. He earned his MD from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 1991. He became an Internal Medicine specialist at Gazi University in 1996. He completed gastroenterology subspecialty training at İnönü University in 2001.

His academic career was at Gazi University. He served as Lecturer (2002), Assistant Professor (2003), Associate Professor (2007), and Professor (2012). He worked as a researcher at the University of California San Diego from 2004 to 2006. He has practiced at Koru Hospital since January 2023.

Clinical focus includes gastroesophageal reflux, irritable bowel syndrome, constipation, gastroparesis, achalasia, bloating, gas and belching, fecal incontinence, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn’s disease. He performs ERCP, stent placement, balloon and bougie dilation, polypectomy, argon plasma coagulation, double-balloon enteroscopy, and bleeding control.

I'm the Director of Clínica San Clemente and of the GenderMedic Unit, based in Zaragoza. I specialize in plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery, performing breast surgery, facial and body procedures, hair restoration, and aesthetic medicine — the full spectrum of what a patient's journey may require, under one roof and one standard of care.

I trained through the MIR program at Hospital Universitario Miguel Servet in Zaragoza, and I'm a full member of the Spanish Society of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery (SECPRE) and of SUNRA. What I care about most isn't just the technical result — it's building a team capable of handling every case with the same rigor, whether it's a straightforward procedure or a complex, multidisciplinary journey.

That same commitment is why I founded Fundación Sigo Adelante, through which I personally perform reconstructive surgical missions in countries with limited medical access — because excellence should reach further than a clinic's walls. I lead the same standard of honesty, safety and personalized care at GenderMedic, where I coordinate a multidisciplinary team dedicated to gender affirmation.

Your wellbeing and your confidence in the results are, and will always be, my responsibility.

Specialized in gastroenterology at the National Cancer Institute, Dr. Osuská focuses on advanced endoscopic procedures.

• Performed endoscopies since 2010 at Nitra University Hospital
• Member of the Slovak Gastroenterological Society's Oncology Section
• Trains other physicians in endoscopic techniques
• Published research in professional journals and conferences