Page 2 - Best Stomach cancer surgery doctors: TOP 55 doctors

One of Israel's top Whipple surgeons – Dr. Klauzner specializes in complex gastrointestinal procedures at Sourasky Medical Center.

• 42 years of experience of surgical experience
• Chairman of Surgery at Sourasky Medical Center
• Expert in colorectal, pancreatic, and gastrointestinal surgery

Prof. Dr. Karl J. Oldhafer leads the Department of General and Abdominal Surgery at Asklepios Hospital Barmbek – a specialist in liver and stomach cancer surgery.

• Senior Consultant specializing in pancreatic, liver, and stomach cancers
• Heads the Center for Liver Diseases performing complex liver surgeries
• Expert in radioservice computer-navigated liver surgery techniques
• Uses innovative methods like ultrasonic knife surgery
• Works with multidisciplinary teams including oncology and radiology specialists

Associate Professor Dr. Yusuf Acikgoz brings advanced oncology training from Ohio State University to stomach cancer treatment at Lokman Hekim University.

• Specialized in Medical Oncology with experience in clinical trials
• Involved in CheckMate-649 and Fortitude-101 phase III studies
• Holder of multiple CITI certifications including Good Clinical Practice
• Member of ASCO and Turkish Society of Medical Oncology

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

• Associate Professor in oncology since 2016
• Experience in multiple oncology departments across Turkey
• Trained at Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Auala Hubert leads the Gastrointestinal Cancer Center at Hadassah Medical Center, specializing in stomach cancer treatments 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 clear patient communication

Dr. Alemdar specializes in stomach cancer surgery with a strong background in internal medicine and medical oncology.

• Board-certified in medical oncology
• Over 20 years of experience of experience in oncology practice
• Trained at Akdeniz University – Turkey's premier medical institution
• Works at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
• Extensive research focus on gastrointestinal cancers

Professor Jair Bar, MD, PhD, is a thoracic oncologist and Deputy Director of the Cancer Center at Sheba Medical Center. He leads the Thoracic Oncology Unit. He treats lung cancer, including advanced non-small cell cases. His care includes medical oncology, radiotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy.

He runs a translational research lab focused on resistance to immunotherapy. He has published on exhaled-breath cancer metabolism and on angiogenesis inhibition in lung cancer.

He has chaired the Israel Lung Cancer Group since 2003. He is a member of the Israel Society of Clinical Oncology and Radiotherapy, the American Society of Clinical Oncology, and the American Association for Cancer Research. He is board-certified in Medical Oncology and Radiotherapy Oncology. He is a Senior Lecturer at Tel Aviv University.

Dr. Hirsch specializes in gastroenterology at Assuta Medical Center.

• Experienced in gastrointestinal conditions
• Works at a leading medical facility
• Focuses on digestive health treatments

Dr. Riad Hadad heads the liver, pancreas, and gallbladder department at Assuta Clinic – a leading center for gastrointestinal cancer surgery.

• Specializes in surgical treatment of gastrointestinal and liver cancers
• Trained in oncology at the University of Toronto
• Author of 60 scientific publications on cancer treatment
• Member of European and Israeli surgical oncology societies

Dr. de Lacy Fortuny has performed over 15,000 surgical procedures, specializing in minimally invasive techniques like laparoscopic and robotic surgeries.

• Performs over 1,000 interventions annually
• Pioneer of transluminal endoscopic surgery (NOTES)
• Founder of laparoscopic surgery for colon and rectum cancer
• President of the Association of Surgeons-Endoscopists in Europe

Dr. Yaacov Lawrence, MA, MBBS, MRCP, is Chair of Radiation Oncology at Sheba Medical Center. He has nearly 30 years of experience in precision radiation oncology and neuro-oncology.

He is an expert in advanced radiation therapy and radiosurgery. He performs stereotactic radiosurgery for brain tumors. He leads Sheba’s GI Cancer Program in gastrointestinal oncology. He also provides precision care for lung and prostate cancers. He pioneered celiac plexus radiosurgery for severe pain from pancreatic cancer.

Training and credentials: MA and MBBS (Cambridge and UCLH); MRCP (RCP); Radiation Oncology fellowship (Thomas Jefferson University). Honors include the ASCO Young Investigator Award and Fellow of ASTRO (FASTRO). He has authored over 280 publications. He is Director of the Center for Translational Radiation Oncology and an Associate Professor at Tel Aviv University.

Specializes in oncologic laparoscopic surgery for gastrointestinal cancers at Liv Hospital Ulus, including stomach cancer. Offers robotic-assisted techniques for precise tumor removal.

• Over 30 years of experience of experience in gastrointestinal surgeries
• Trained in Da Vinci robotic surgery at IRCAD, Strasbourg
• Fellow of the European Board of Surgery – Emergency Surgery
• Member of multiple international surgical societies including ESTES and ISS

Specializes in surgical treatment of stomach cancer and other abdominal oncological diseases at Dievo Surgery Center.

• Performs laparoscopic operations for various abdominal conditions
• Treats acute abdominal emergencies including perforating ulcers
• Handles complex cases of abdominal trauma

Dr. Tarkan specializes in complex stomach cancer surgeries, bringing advanced techniques to Klinik Mavi.

• Member of Turkish Bariatric Surgery Association
• Part of International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
• Graduated from Dicle University Faculty of Medicine

Over 500 successful Nissen and Toupet Fundoplication procedures performed – Dr. Braun specializes in minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques for stomach conditions.

• 27 years of experience of experience in gastrointestinal surgery
• Trained at Johns Hopkins University in hepatobiliary pancreatic surgery
• Member of Italian Society of Obesity Surgery and Association of Italian Hospital Surgeons
• Focuses on reducing post-operative complications and improving quality of life

Professor Ozturk specializes in gastrointestinal and laparoscopic surgery at Medicana Bursa Hospital, with extensive experience in surgical oncology.

• Trained at Uludağ University and Cleveland Clinic Foundation
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for stomach cancer
• Combines surgical skills with physiological research expertise
• Professor of Medicine with academic leadership roles

Dr. Christina Zadorozhnaya specializes in surgical treatments for stomach, colon, and liver cancers at Dobrobut Medical Network.

• Performs ultrasound diagnostics for abdominal organs
• Experienced in treating complex gastrointestinal cancers
• Works with a multidisciplinary team for comprehensive care