Best Leukemia chemotherapy doctors in Istanbul: TOP 27 doctors

Professor Zafer Gülbaş — hematologist-oncologist, founder and director of the Bone Marrow Transplant Center at Anadolu Medical Center, which is among the largest in Europe.

Why patients choose and trust Dr. Gülbaş:

• Built the Anadolu Bone Marrow Transplant Center from the ground up; the center has performed 3 000+ transplants (since 2010).
• 81% success rate for autologous transplants — a high figure according to the center’s data.
• International training and practice at leading institutions — Hadassah (Israel), Fred Hutch and MD Anderson (USA), Princess Margaret (Canada).
• 260+ scientific publications and 5 000+ citations — underscoring the professor’s significant contribution to transplantation.
• Anadolu Medical Center is an official partner of Johns Hopkins Medicine International, ensuring access to international protocols, multidisciplinary boards, and quality oversight.
• Manages the most complex cases: leukemias, lymphomas, aplastic anemia, and coagulopathies (clotting disorders).

Dr. Eda Tanrikulu specializes in leukemia chemotherapy at Anadolu Medical Center, with extensive training and experience in medical oncology.

• Completed medical oncology training at Marmara University
• Ranked 3rd in Turkey's minor specialty exam
• Involved in international clinical studies
• Former head of medical oncology at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital

Trained at Mayo Clinic – Dr. Sevindik brings advanced hematology expertise to Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specializes in leukemia chemotherapy with 12 years of experience of experience
• Published 18 articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Presented research at 26 international conferences
• Works at Istanbul's leading hematology center

Prof. Bozkurt specializes in pediatric leukemia chemotherapy with 36 years of experience of focused expertise, currently serving as Clinical Director at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Trained in pediatric oncology at Dr. Sami Ulus Children's Hospital
• Completed observer programs at Harvard's Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
• Authored 40+ peer-reviewed articles on childhood cancers
• Vice Director of the Stem Cell Transplant Unit
• Member of European Bone Marrow Transplant Group

Over 48 years of experience specializing in pediatric leukemia – Dr. Kansoy founded multiple bone marrow transplant units across Turkey.

• Specialized in Pediatric Oncology and Hematology
• Chaired the Ege University Stem Cell Commission
• Published extensively on pediatric leukemia treatments
• Founder of the Journal of Pediatric Research
• Awarded for research in stem cell transplantation

Prof. Dr. Sebnem Izmir Guner specializes in leukemia treatment with over 33 years of experience of hematology expertise, including pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation.

• Established multiple hematology clinics and bone marrow transplant centers
• Published over 19 international articles on hematology treatments
• Recipient of multiple awards for contributions to hematology
• Active member of domestic hematology associations
• Fluent in English and German for international patient care

Dr. Toluy Ozgumus has diagnosed and treated over 1,000 patients with coagulation disorders and hematological cancers at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specializes in acute and chronic leukemias, lymphomas, and bone marrow transplantation
• Extensive experience with Covid-19 hematological findings and management
• Trained at Marmara University Hematology Department
• Expert in myeloproliferative diseases like Polycythemia Vera

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Oguzhan Babacan specializes in pediatric leukemia treatment and has 28 years of experience of experience in bone marrow transplantation at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Completed subspecialty training in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology
• Expert in allogeneic, autologous, and haploidentical stem cell transplants
• Associate Professor in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology
• Treats leukemia, lymphoma, and solid tumors in children

The doctor graduated from Ankara University Medical School and completed residency training in internal medicine at Ankara GATA Medical School. Specializing in medical oncology and hematology, the doctor completed a clinical fellowship in the USA. A pioneer in Turkey, the doctor was part of the team that performed the first bone marrow transplantation in the country. The doctor has served as a visiting lecturer at prestigious institutions in London and Switzerland. Holding the European Medical Oncology Certificate, the doctor is a founding member of both The Turkish Society of Medical Oncology and the Turkish Oncology Group. The clinical focus includes breast, gastrointestinal, lung cancers, lymphomas, and myeloma.

Dr. Ahmet Bilici is a renowned medical oncologist with over 28 years of experience of experience in oncology treatment.

• Specializes in sarcoma and lung cancer
• Works at Medipol Mega University Hospital
• Recognized as one of Turkey's best oncology doctors

Dr. Yildiz has authored 17+ published studies on diverse cancer types, including leukemia, with research featured in Medical Oncology and other leading journals.

• Specializes in leukemia and neuroendocrine tumors
• Published on paraneoplastic syndromes linked to chemotherapy
• Experience with complex hematologic malignancies

Specializes in adult hematology with a focus on leukemia treatments and stem cell transplantation at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Board-certified in hematology with extensive training in stem cell transplantation
• Expert in both acute and chronic leukemias, including AML and ALL
• Associate Professor with academic roles at multiple prestigious institutions
• Provides outpatient and inpatient chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies

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

• Internal Medicine Specialist with experience at multiple oncology clinics
• Promoted to Associate Professor in 2016
• Studied at Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine

Professor Hasan Atilla Ozkan brings extensive hematology expertise to VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital, specializing in leukemia chemotherapy.

• Over 23 years of experience of experience in hematology and bone marrow transplantation
• Current president of the Turkish Therapeutic Apheresis Association
• Trained in autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplantation
• Published researcher with a Young Investigator Award in apheresis

Prof. Serdar Bedii Omay has over 65 scientific articles in hematology and bone marrow transplantation, with expertise from Japan's Mie Medical Faculty.

• Specialized in hematology since 1995 with a PhD from Japon Mie Medical School
• Published extensively on leukemia and bone marrow transplantation
• Professor of Hematology at prestigious Turkish universities
• Performed extensive research and clinical work in hematology

Dr. Apak specializes in pediatric leukemia chemotherapy and bone marrow transplantation, with over 26 years of experience of experience at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa.

• Head of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Division at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa
• Expert in CAR T-cell therapy for pediatric leukemia
• Published 75 international research papers
• Assistant editor for Turkish Pediatrics Archives Periodical

Prof. Baytan specializes in childhood cancers with 15+ international publications and extensive experience in leukemia treatments.

• Graduated from Ankara University Medical Faculty
• Specialized in Pediatric Hematology at Uludağ University
• Published 15 articles in international refereed journals
• Expert in childhood bleeding diseases and anemia treatments