Best Melanoma surgery doctors: TOP 33 doctors

Specializes in melanoma surgery with fellowship training at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute – one of Turkey's leading oncology centers.

• Board-certified surgical oncologist with extensive cancer surgery experience
• Trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center – a global leader in cancer care
• Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with advanced surgical facilities
• Treats various cancers including complex melanoma cases

Board-certified surgical oncologist specializing in melanoma surgery at Galenia Hospital.

• Member of the Mexican Society of Oncology (SMEO)
• University teacher at Universidad Anahuac since 2020
• Board certified by Conacem until 2030
• Trained at Centro Medico Nacional 20 de Noviembre

Prof. Merimsky heads the Soft Tissue and Bone Oncology Unit at Sourasky Medical Center, specializing in complex melanoma cases.

• Over 41 years of experience of oncology experience with focus on melanoma and sarcoma
• Associate Professor at Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel-Aviv University
• Fellowship-trained at Institut Gustave Roussy, a world-leading sarcoma center
• Active member of ESMO and ASCO with numerous clinical research contributions

Professor Dov Zippel is a general surgeon and surgical oncologist. He specializes in breast disease and melanoma. He leads the Meirav Breast Center at Sheba Medical Center. He also serves at the Ella Lemelbaum Institute for Immuno-Oncology. In 2025, Forbes Israel named him to its Best Doctors list.

Expertise: advanced care for benign and malignant breast tumors. Minimally invasive and breast-conserving surgery. Surgical treatment of melanoma and other skin cancers.

Accreditations: MD, Tel Aviv University. Residency in general surgery, Sheba Medical Center. Fellowship in surgical oncology, University of Calgary. Board-certified in general surgery and surgical oncology. Research includes intact breast lesion excision and perioperative BRAF inhibitors for stage III melanoma.

The doctor is a leading plastic surgeon with over 35 years of experience, specializing in post-cancer, burn, and skin tumor surgeries, as well as hand and maxillofacial surgery for both adults and children.

He has worked at prestigious institutions including Anadolu Medical Center, Mevki Military Hospital, GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital, Brooke Army Medical Center, and Çorlu Military Hospital.

He holds a general medical degree from Istanbul University Medical Faculty and specialized in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Ankara GATA Medical School, with a fellowship from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

The doctor has published over 60 papers and participated in over 100 conferences, and is a member of several international surgical societies.

1,400–2,000 Mohs surgeries performed – Dr. Garces specializes in melanoma surgery with cure rates higher than traditional excision.

• 40 years of experience in medical-surgical dermatology
• Clinical Head of Dermatology at Hospital de Sant Pau
• Director of the Mohs Unit at Autonomous University of Barcelona
• Member of International Society for Dermatologic Surgery
• Author of multiple scientific papers on skin cancer treatments

Chief Physician with expertise in melanoma surgery – Phd Viola Fox leads the Clinic for Haematology, Oncology, and Palliative Care at BKZ Solingen.

• Specialist in targeted therapy and immunotherapy for melanoma
• Qualified in genetics and molecular diagnostics
• Active in molecular biology research with American Association for Cancer Research
• Over 14 years of experience of experience in oncology and haematology

Dr. Alemdar specializes in melanoma surgery with extensive training in medical oncology at Akdeniz University.

• Board-certified in medical oncology since 2018
• Over 20 years of experience of experience in internal medicine and oncology
• Practices at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association

Dr. Sumeyye Altintas Kaksi specializes in dermatology at Medipol Mega University Hospital, focusing on skin-related conditions and treatments.

• Experienced in diagnosing and treating various skin conditions
• Works at a leading university hospital with advanced facilities
• Focuses on patient-centered care for optimal outcomes

Prof. Eli Sprecher heads the Department of Dermatology at Sourasky Medical Center – Israel's largest hospital. Specializes in genetic dermatological conditions.

• Trained at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia
• Professor at Technion – Israel Institute of Technology
• Author of 220+ scientific publications
• Member of American Academy of Dermatology

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

• Internal Medicine Specialist with experience at multiple hospitals in Turkey
• Promoted to Associate Professor in 2016
• Treats a variety of cancers with a focus on comprehensive care

Dr. Karatas brings international expertise in otolaryngology and head & neck surgery, with specialized training across Europe and the US.

• Trained at renowned institutions like Hannover Medical School and Ohio State University
• Specialized in otology and neurotology procedures
• Member of multiple professional societies including the American Academy of Otolaryngology
• Extensive experience in cochlear implants and hearing-related surgeries
• Works at Atlas University Hospital

Dr. Lotem leads the Center for Melanoma and Cancer Immunotherapy at Hadassah Medical Center – pioneering new immunotherapies for melanoma.

• Studies SLAM receptors' role in immune response to cancer
• Combines clinical practice with translational research
• Team includes both clinicians and researchers
• Direct access to patient data and tissues for faster insights

Specializes in surgical oncology – performs melanoma surgeries at Dievo Surgery Center.

• Experienced in treating various oncological diseases
• Skilled in laparoscopic and abdominal surgeries
• Handles complex cases including acute conditions

Dr. Alexander Zavoloka has performed over 8,000 successful operations in plastic, aesthetic, and reconstructive surgery. He leads the Patlazhan Clinic and School of Plastic Surgery.

• 27 years of experience of medical experience with 27 years of experience in surgery
• Specializes in complex reconstructive procedures
• Holds seven copyright certificates for surgical inventions
• Vice President of the All-Ukrainian Association of Plastic Surgeons
• Regular speaker at international plastic surgery congresses

Dr. Shruti Kate specializes in melanoma surgery with expertise in immunotherapy and metronomic therapy for advanced cancers. She trained at Tata Memorial Hospital – one of India's leading cancer centers.

• DM in Medical Oncology from Tata Memorial Hospital
• Member of ASCO, ESMO, and other prestigious oncological societies
• Presented research at World Conference on Lung Cancer
• Expertise in treating solid tumors and hematological malignancies

Dr. Chaitainya Borde has handled over 30,000 PET scans and 1,000 thyroid cancer patients at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• 11 years of experience of experience in nuclear medicine
• Specializes in PET-CT scans and nuclear cardiology
• Expert in radioiodine and Lu-177 RN therapies
• Published papers in medical journals