Dr. Huseyin Bektas

About Dr. Huseyin Bektas

Prof. Dr. med. Hüseyin Bektas is a senior German Surgical Oncologist and Colo-Rectal Surgeon with internationally recognised expertise in hepatobiliary, pancreatic, gastric and colorectal cancer surgery. As Director of the Department of General, Visceral and Oncological Surgery at one of Bremen’s flagship hospitals, he leads a high-volume cancer surgery centre and is widely regarded as one of the best Colo-Rectal Surgeon & Surgical Oncologist doctors in Bremen, Germany for international patients seeking complex GI and HPB cancer surgery.

20+ years of experience in general, visceral and oncological surgery
Personally overseen 2,000+ liver interventions, 1,500+ rectal surgeries, 400+ stomach operations and 300+ biliary duct resections
Director, Centre for General, Visceral and Oncological Surgery — Klinikum Bremen-Mitte
Recertified Pancreas Centre, Liver Centre and now Oesophagogastric Centre (initial certification 2014; 2025 recertification valid through 2028)
Member, Association of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, German Society for Surgery (DGCH) and International College of Surgeons (ICS)
Faculty member at Hannover Medical School (MHH); board member, SAZ Children’s Fund

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

MD (Medical Degree) — Hannover Medical School (Medizinische Hochschule Hannover, MHH), 1992
Doctorate (Dr. med.) — Hannover Medical School (Dissertation: Importance of MRI in the diagnosis of tethered cord syndrome in children)
Specialist Certification (Facharzt) in General & Visceral Surgery — Hannover Medical School, 2002
Habilitation & Professorship (Prof. Dr. med.) — Germany

Fellowships & Special Training

Specialised training in Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery — Hannover Medical School
Advanced training in Liver and Pancreas Transplantation
Specialisation in Colorectal and Upper-GI Oncological Surgery

Certifications & Accreditations

Bremen State Medical Council (Ärztekammer Bremen) — Registered Specialist
Member, German Society for Surgery (DGCH)
Member, Association of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery
Member, Association of Northwest German Surgeons
Member, International College of Surgeons (ICS)
Member, Regenerative Medicine and Experimental Surgery (ReMediES)

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

Colorectal Cancer (Colon & Rectal Cancer)
Liver Cancer (Hepatocellular Carcinoma & Liver Metastases)
Pancreatic Cancer
Stomach (Gastric) Cancer & Gastric Adenocarcinoma
Sigmoid Adenocarcinoma
Small Intestine Cancer
Gallbladder & Biliary Tract Cancer
Soft Palate & Tonsil Cancer (oncological surgical management)
Hepatic Cysts & Benign Liver Lesions
Chronic Pancreatitis

Sub-specialties

Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery: Liver resections, pancreas resections, biliary tract surgery and pancreas transplantation — making him a leading Surgical Oncologist specialist Bremen, Germany for HPB malignancies.
Colorectal Cancer Surgery: Open, laparoscopic and robotic-assisted colon & rectal cancer resections with multidisciplinary oncologic care — supporting referrals seeking the best Colo-Rectal Surgeon doctor in Germany and abroad.
Upper-GI Cancer Surgery: Gastrectomy, oesophagectomy and complex multivisceral resections for gastric and oesophageal cancer.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Major Liver Resection (Hemihepatectomy, Extended Hepatectomy)
Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
Distal Pancreatectomy
Pancreas Transplantation
Total / Partial Gastrectomy
Low Anterior Resection & Abdominoperineal Resection for Rectal Cancer
Laparoscopic & Minimally Invasive Colorectal Resections
Biliary Reconstruction & Hepaticojejunostomy
Multivisceral Resections for advanced abdominal malignancies

List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Huseyin Bektas can be consulted

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

Director (Chefarzt / Klinikdirektor), Department of General, Visceral and Oncological Surgery — Klinikum Bremen-Mitte (Gesundheit Nord), Bremen, Germany (Present)

Past Affiliations

Hannover Medical School (Medizinische Hochschule Hannover), Germany — Surgical Resident & Specialist Trainee in General and Visceral Surgery, 1992–2002
Hannover Medical School, Germany — Senior Surgeon and Faculty Member (continued teaching role)

Academic & Research Roles

Adjunct Professor / Faculty — Hannover Medical School (MHH)
Board Member — SAZ Children’s Fund
Active contributor to multidisciplinary tumour boards in Bremen

Key Achievements

Personally overseen 2,000+ liver interventions, 1,500+ rectal surgeries, 400+ stomach operations and 300+ biliary duct resections
Built Klinikum Bremen-Mitte’s general & visceral surgery department into a certified Pancreas Centre, Liver Centre and Oesophagogastric Centre
Established a high-volume cancer surgery practice attracting national and international referrals
Recertification 2025 with validity through December 2028 confirming ongoing institutional quality

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

Information not publicly available.

Professional Memberships

German Society for Surgery (DGCH)
Association of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery
Association of Northwest German Surgeons
Association of German Surgeons (BDC)
International College of Surgeons (ICS)
Regenerative Medicine and Experimental Surgery (ReMediES)

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

Bektas H, et al. Risk Estimation for Biliary Tract Cancer: Development and Validation of a Prognostic Score.
Bektas H, et al. Induction of Tolerance for Organ Transplants through Donor-Specific Blood Transfusion.
Bektas H. The Importance of Magnetic Resonance Imaging in the Diagnosis of Tethered Cord Syndrome in Children. (Doctoral Dissertation, MHH).
Multiple peer-reviewed contributions in liver, pancreatic and colorectal cancer surgery published in German and international journals.

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

Hepatobiliary and pancreatic cancer surgery outcomes
Multidisciplinary management of colorectal cancer
Pancreas transplantation
Quality benchmarking of certified cancer surgery centres

Estimated Treatment Costs

Procedure / Consultation	Estimated Cost (EUR)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Surgical Oncology Consultation	€250 – €500	$270 – $540
Major Liver Resection (Hemihepatectomy)	€25,000 – €55,000	$27,000 – $60,000
Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)	€30,000 – €60,000	$32,500 – $65,000
Distal Pancreatectomy	€18,000 – €35,000	$19,500 – $38,000
Total / Partial Gastrectomy	€18,000 – €35,000	$19,500 – $38,000
Low Anterior Resection / APR (Rectal Cancer)	€15,000 – €30,000	$16,500 – $32,500
Laparoscopic Colon Resection	€12,000 – €25,000	$13,000 – $27,000

*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What advanced technologies does Prof. Dr. med. Hüseyin Bektas use in Colo-Rectal Surgeon, Surgical Oncologist treatment?

Prof. Dr. med. Hüseyin Bektas employs the latest evidence-based tools and minimally invasive techniques relevant to Colo-Rectal Surgeon, Surgical Oncologist. Virtual consultations and remote second opinions are also available to international patients. Contact Cancer Rounds for a detailed technology overview specific to your case.

2. What conditions does Prof. Dr. med. Hüseyin Bektas specialize in treating?

Prof. Dr. med. Hüseyin Bektas is a specialist in Colo-Rectal Surgeon, Surgical Oncologist, treating a broad spectrum of conditions in this field — including both common presentations and complex, rare cases. International patients seek treatment for conditions requiring expert Colo-Rectal Surgeon, Surgical Oncologist care in Bremen, Germany.

3. How do I book an appointment with Prof. Dr. med. Hüseyin Bektas?

Appointments with Prof. Dr. med. Hüseyin Bektas can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.

4. Can international patients receive treatment from Prof. Dr. med. Hüseyin Bektas?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Prof. Dr. med. Hüseyin Bektas, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination.

5. What support is available for international patients?

International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.

6. Does Prof. Dr. med. Hüseyin Bektas offer second opinions for Colo-Rectal Surgeon, Surgical Oncologist cases?

Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their diagnosis or treatment plan with an expert Colo-Rectal Surgeon, Surgical Oncologist specialist in Bremen, Germany.

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