Best Chemotherapy Doctors in Istanbul

Dr. Mutlu Arat is a hematologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He is an expert in adult hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and internal diseases. Dr. Arat served as a visiting professor at the University of Minnesota. He works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for its 90% organ transplant success rate.

• Former Director of the Adult Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation Unit.
• Served as a Secretary for the European Blood and Marrow Transplantation Group.
• Inspector for the Joint Accreditation Committee ISHAGE Europe.
• Former Associate Editor of the Turkish Journal of Hematology.

28 years specializing in pediatric bone marrow transplants – Assoc. Prof. Babacan treats leukemia, lymphoma, and solid tumors at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Subspecialty-trained in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology
• Performs allogeneic, autologous, and haploidentical stem cell transplants
• Associate Professor in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology since 2018
• Also handles thalassemia, hemophilia, and childhood blood disorders

Dr. Ali Irfan Emre Tekgunduz is a hematologist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in bone marrow transplants and the treatment of complex blood diseases. Dr. Tekgunduz formerly served as the Deputy Head of Hematology at Ankara Oncological Hospital. He completed his medical training at Istanbul Medical University and Trakya University.

• Specialist in stem cell transplantation and internal medicine.
• Maintains membership in the European Hematological Association.
• Active member of the Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility, a US standard for patient safety.

Prof. Şeref Kömürcü is an ECFMG and ESMO-certified oncologist specializing in breast, colorectal, and lung cancers at Anadolu Medical Center.

• 33 years of experience in medical oncology
• Published 110+ papers on cancer management
• Professor at Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Member of ASCO, ESMO, and other leading oncology societies

Dr. Toluy Ozgumus is a hematologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He has diagnosed and treated over 1,000 patients with bleeding and coagulation disorders. He specializes in the treatment of rare hematological cancers and bone marrow transplantation. Dr. Ozgumus works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for excellence in hematology-oncology.

• Performs allogenic bone marrow transplants from both related and unrelated donors.
• Treats complex blood cancers including acute leukemia, multiple myeloma, and lymphomas.
• Expert in managing hematological findings related to Covid-19 infections.
• Differentiates myeloproliferative diseases from other causes of blood cell elevation.

Trained at MD Anderson and Institut Jules Bordet – Dr. Telli brings top-tier oncology expertise to Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specializes in medical oncology with a focus on chemotherapy
• Fellowship-trained with international experience in clinical research
• Works at one of Turkey's leading cancer treatment centers

Dr. Eda Tanrikulu is a clinical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. She ranked 3rd nationally in Turkey's minor specialty medical exam. Dr. Tanrikulu specializes in chemotherapy and individualized cancer treatments. She works at a facility affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Served as the head of the medical oncology unit at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital.
• Participated in global training at Oxford University and ESMO in Manchester.
• Treats gastrointestinal, urological, lung, and breast cancers.
• Member of the American and European Societies of Medical Oncology.

Professor Sezer Saglam specializes in gastrointestinal oncology and leads the Medical Oncology Department at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 29 years of experience in medical oncology
• Specialized in gastrointestinal oncology since 2005
• Member of prominent oncology societies including ESMO and ASCO

Prof. Sadi Kerem Okutur is an experienced medical oncologist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital with over 20 years specializing in chemotherapy.

• Authored 20+ papers and 10 book chapters on medical oncology
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology
• Recipient of the Oncology Research Award in 2012

Dr. Necdet Uskent is a medical oncologist and hematologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He was part of the pioneering team that performed Turkey's first bone marrow transplant. Dr. Uskent holds the European Medical Oncology Certificate and focuses on breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. He works at a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Founder of the Turkish Oncology Group (TOG).
• A founding member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology.
• Served as a visiting lecturer at Royal Free and University College Hospital in London.
• Treats complex hematological conditions including lymphomas and myeloma.

Dr. Leyla Ozer is a medical oncologist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy for cancer. Her clinical expertise includes treating gastrointestinal cancers and rare tumor types. Dr. Ozer completed her medical oncology specialization at Istanbul University.

• Served as the Head of the Medical Oncology Department at Fırat University Hospital.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association.
• Published clinical research on breast, pancreatic, and hematologic cancers.
• Works at a LEED Platinum-certified hospital, the first of its kind in Turkey.

Dr. Kezban Nur Pilanci is a medical oncology specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on clinical oncology and has practiced at multiple major Turkish medical centers. Dr. Pilanci holds certifications as both an internal medicine and medical oncology specialist. She works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for quality and patient safety.

• Serves as a medical oncology specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.
• Completed oncology residency at Istanbul Science University.
• Held research roles at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty.
• Formerly served as an internal medicine specialist at Kanuni Sultan Hospital.

Specializing in lung, esophageal, and gastric cancer, Dr. Tahsin Ozadli provides targeted chemotherapy treatments at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Medical oncology specialist with extensive training from renowned Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital
• Experience across major Turkish hospitals, including Ankara Oncology Hospital and Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital
• Special interest in gastrointestinal cancers and breast cancer
• Published researcher with academic contributions visible on Google Scholar

Dr. Funda Tekkeşin is a pediatric hematology and oncology specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital (2025–present). She previously worked at Acıbadem Ataşehir (2024–2025) and at Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital (2016–2024). At Ümraniye, she served in the Pediatric Stem Cell Transplantation Unit (2020–2024). She received her MD from Hacettepe University (1995–2002). She completed a pediatric hematology–oncology fellowship at Gazi University (2010–2015).

Her expertise includes pediatric hematology and oncology, stem cell and bone marrow transplantation, childhood leukemia and lymphoma, benign and immune-related hematologic disorders, and supportive oncology care. She has published in the Journal of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology. She is a member of the Turkish Society of Hematology. She contributes to national and multicenter collaborations.

Dr. Ahmet Bilici is a renowned medical oncologist specializing in sarcoma and lung cancer with over 28 years of experience.

• One of the best sarcoma and lung cancer doctors in Turkey
• Extensive expertise in oncology treatment
• Practices at Medipol Mega University Hospital

Professor Ozkan specializes in hematology and chemotherapy with over 23 years of experience, currently teaching at Yeditepe University – one of Turkey's top medical schools.

• Trained in autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplantation
• President of the Turkish Therapeutic Apheresis Association
• Recipient of the Young Researcher Award in 2011
• Member of the European Bone Marrow Transplantation group

Specializes in breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers – Associate Professor Tahsin Ozatli treats patients at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

• Internal Medicine Specialist with experience across multiple hospitals in Turkey
• Former physician in the Oncology Department at Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital
• Associate Professor since 2016
• Studied at Selcuk University's Faculty of Medicine

Professor Cemil Bilir specializes in medical oncology with advanced training from top institutions like Cleveland Clinic and Northeastern University.

• Member of ASCO and ESMO – leading oncology societies
• Ph.D. candidate in inorganic chemistry – researching advanced treatments
• Trained at Bülent Ecevit University for medical oncology specialization
• Lecturer at Sakarya University – teaching future oncologists