UMC Heart Center modern glass facade at Nazarbayev University, Astana

University Medical Center Heart Center modern clinic building exterior in Kazakhstan

UMC Heart Center clinic facade at Nazarbayev University, modern glass building

Modern glass facade of University Medical Center UMC with parking area

University Medical Center Heart Center modern glass facade in Astana, Kazakhstan

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Kazakhstan, Nur Sultan

Leukemia Treatment in University Medical Center (UMC) — Heart Center

2 accreditations

hospital certificates of quality

About the clinic

Leukemia care at University Medical Center (UMC) in Astana, Kazakhstan, includes diagnostic testing, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and stem cell transplantation. The JCI-accredited hospital has a dedicated transplant program and an ISO 15189:2012 laboratory.

UMC treats acute lymphoblastic and acute myeloblastic leukemia in children under 18. Dr. Alina Kairatovna Ihsanova specializes in oncohematology and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.

Leukemia testing at the ISO-accredited laboratory

Tests help assess the disease, guide treatment planning, and monitor the patient. Available diagnostic options include:

Bone marrow aspiration and trepanobiopsy to collect marrow samples for examination.
Lumbar puncture and immunohistochemical testing of tumor tissue.
Cytogenetic testing and flow cytometry to examine cell features.
PET-CT, CT, MRI, and bone scintigraphy for staging and monitoring.
HLA typing for the donor and recipient when considering transplantation.
Laboratory testing in hematology, biochemistry, hemostasis, molecular biology, immunology, and cytology.

PET-CT, MRI, CT, and molecular diagnostics are available on site.

Leukemia treatments, including 3 transplant types

Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) is available as autologous, allogeneic, or haploidentical transplantation. It may offer a potentially curative option for acute leukemia. Scheduled long-term monitoring follows transplantation.
High-dose chemotherapy with autologous bone marrow transplantation intensifies treatment and uses stem cells to support recovery. The protocol follows international guidance.
Chemotherapy follows programs such as BFM and LCH, with maintenance and consolidation treatment blocks.
Extracorporeal photopheresis is available for children after HSCT to manage post-transplant complications.
Biological therapy is an additional targeted immunotherapy option within oncohematology protocols.
Radiation therapy may form part of combined treatment for malignant blood and solid tumors.

UMC is affiliated with Nazarbayev University School of Medicine. An on-site Patient Hotel serves patients and companions, and online consultations are available. Patients can request a consultation through Bookimed.

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2011 Year of foundation

12 doctors

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hospital accreditations of quality

Joint Commission International

US, Joint Commission International certificate for University Medical Center (UMC) — Heart Center

Fellow, American College of Surgeons

US, Fellow, American College of Surgeons certificate for University Medical Center (UMC) — Heart Center

University Medical Center (UMC) — Heart Center: more details about the clinic

Kazakhstan, Nur Sultan

University Medical Center (UMC) is a university-affiliated hospital in Astana, Kazakhstan. Founded in 2011, the center operates as a corporate foundation under Nazarbayev University. The institution manages several specialized departments. These include the Heart Center, the Diagnostic Center, and the Motherhood and Childhood Center. The medical team consists of 12 physicians who work within an integrated academic and clinical framework.

Accreditations and Clinical Achievements

UMC holds Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation, confirming compliance with global patient safety standards. The hospital also maintains ISO-accredited laboratories. It has received the highest category of National accreditation in Kazakhstan. Its training infrastructure is linked with the Nazarbayev University School of Medicine, supporting complex clinical research and residency programs.

Heart Center and Cardiac Surgery

The Heart Center is a major hub for cardiology and cardiac surgery for adults and children. Specialists perform advanced interventions for heart valve diseases and rhythm disorders. The center provides leadless dual-chamber cardiac pacing using the AVEIR AR system. This eliminates the need for traditional pacing leads.Surgeons also specialize in complex procedures for heart failure and congenital defects:

Pediatric heart transplantation for patients as young as 15 years old
Transcatheter mitral valve repair using the mitral clip edge-to-edge technique
Implantation of donor organs using the ALEM device for ex-situ organ preservation
Interventional cardiology for transcatheter mitral regurgitation treatment

More than 25 doctors at the center have completed certification courses for modern transcatheter heart valve techniques.

Pediatric Oncology and Hematology

UMC provides specialized care for children under 18 with malignant tumors and blood disorders. Oncology Departments #3 and #4 offer a combined 52 beds for pediatric cancer treatment. The hospital follows international protocols for high-dose chemotherapy and bone marrow transplantation.The pediatric oncology team treats several conditions:

Acute lymphoblastic and myeloblastic leukemias
Histiocytosis and acquired aplastic anemias
Malignant neoplasms of the skeletal bones and soft tissues
Coagulation disorders and hemorrhagic diatheses

Specialists perform autologous, allogeneic, and haploidentical bone marrow transplants. Long-term post-transplant monitoring follows each procedure.

Diagnostic Technologies

The center operates dedicated rooms for high-resolution imaging and molecular diagnostics. The Diagnostic Center uses PET-CT (Positron Emission Tomography) for precise tumor staging and monitoring. Laboratories provide immunohistochemical and cytogenetic testing to identify specific tumor markers.Available diagnostic equipment includes:

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Computed Tomography (CT)
Angiography systems for interventional cardiac procedures
Echocardiography (Echo) and bone scintigraphy
Ultrasound (USG) and X-ray radiography

Diagnostic imaging also supports proctology services. These include laser vaporization of hemorrhoidal nodes and surgical treatment of rectal fistulas.

International Patient Services

UMC offers online consultations for patients who need a medical opinion before traveling. The hospital grounds include a Patient Hotel for companions and patients recovering from surgery. This facility supports those preparing for hospitalization or undergoing long-term rehabilitation. A Simulation Center trains staff in acute cardiovascular crisis management.

Additional services

Language assistance

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free

Accommodation

Hotel (apartments) near the clinic, billed daily

Patient reviews

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Anara Ali

May 12, 2026

I absolutely love and I’m grateful to Magzumoа Gульмира Ауезхановна and Almira! Thank you so much for my baby!! They are specialists of the highest category, the best professionals!

Гульсана Райымкулова

Apr 15, 2025

Doctor Imankulova Balkenџe Zharkemovna is wonderful—what an attitude toward the patient! During the operation, every 5 minutes she asked about how I was feeling. I’m very happy that I ended up with her!