Best Lymphoma chemotherapy doctors in Istanbul: TOP 28 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. Solak completed advanced training in oncology at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute, one of Turkey's leading cancer centers.

• Specializes in chemotherapy for various cancers, including lymphoma
• Fellowship-trained at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Extensive experience treating head and neck cancers
• Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental – equipped with modern facilities

Dr. Sevindik trained at Mayo Clinic and specializes in lymphoma chemotherapy at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Board-certified in hematology with 12 years of experience of experience
• Published 18 articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Former faculty member at Medipol University Hospital
• Expertise in both national and international treatment protocols

Prof. Bozkurt specializes in pediatric lymphoma chemotherapy with over 36 years of experience of experience at top hospitals like Medical Park Bahcelievler.

• Trained at Cincinnati Children's Hospital and Harvard's Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
• Vice Director of Stem Cell Transplant Unit with expertise in bone marrow transplants
• Published 40+ peer-reviewed articles on pediatric oncology
• Member of European Bone Marrow Transplant Group

Prof. Yeşim (Yesim) Yıldırım — Medical Oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center (since 2011). ESMO-certified specialist, Professor since 2021, author of 80+ scientific publications. Trained at top centers — Rambam (Israel) and Mount Vernon (UK). Treats breast, lung, and gastrointestinal (GI) cancers, as well as melanoma and sarcomas; uses immunotherapy and targeted therapy.

Why patients choose Dr. Yeşim Yıldırım:

• 20+ years of clinical practice; Professor of Medical Oncology since 2021.
• 80+ peer-reviewed publications in tumor biology, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy — treatment plans are based on up-to-date evidence.
• ESMO certification — from Europe’s leading oncology society — confirms high qualification and continuous training to international standards.

Prof. Kansoy founded Turkey’s first pediatric bone marrow transplantation unit and has led multiple transplant programs nationwide.

• Over 48 years of experience specializing in pediatric oncology and hematology
• Founder of the Journal of Pediatric Research
• Board member of Turkish and European hematology societies
• Author of key textbooks on bone marrow transplantation
• Multiple awards for lymphoma and stem cell research

Prof. Dr. Sebnem Izmir Guner founded multiple hematology centers and specializes in lymphoma treatment at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Over 33 years of experience of experience in hematology
• Established therapeutic apheresis and bone marrow transplantation centers
• Published 19+ international articles on hematology
• Active member of domestic hematology associations
• Educator for young hematologists

Dr. Toluy Ozgumus has diagnosed and treated over 1,000 patients with coagulation disorders, including thrombophilia, and specializes in hematological cancers.

• Specializes in lymphoma, leukemia, and bone marrow transplantation
• Extensive experience with Covid-19 hematological complications
• Trained at Marmara University Hematology Department
• Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

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

• Subspecialty trained in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology
• Expert in allogeneic, autologous, and haploidentical stem cell transplants
• Focuses on leukemia, lymphoma, and solid tumors in children
• Associate Professor in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

Dr. Ayhan Gulsan specializes in lymphoma chemotherapy with extensive training at Duke University and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.

• Over 25 years of experience of experience in hematology and stem cell transplantation
• Founder and manager of Gazi University’s Adult Stem Cell Transplant Unit
• Member of the Turkish Hematology Association
• Published numerous research papers on hematologic malignancies

Associate Professor Ali Hakan Kaya specializes in lymphoma chemotherapy and stem cell transplantation, with extensive experience in hematology.

• Subspecialist in hematology and stem cell transplantation
• Expertise in treating Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphomas
• Performs outpatient and inpatient chemotherapies, immunotherapies, and targeted therapies
• Educated at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine and trained at top hospitals in Turkey

Dr. Akdeniz brings extensive training in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery, with experience at leading hospitals in Turkey.

• Trained at Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital
• Completed medical education at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• Worked at M. Akif Ersoy Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital

Specializing in pediatric hematology and oncology, Dr. Yaman focuses on lymphoma chemotherapy.

• Dedicated to treating children with hematologic conditions
• Works at Medipol Mega University Hospital
• Expertise in pediatric oncology treatments

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

• Experience in oncology departments across multiple hospitals in Turkey
• Promoted to Associate Professor in 2016
• Studied medicine at Selcuk University

Professor Ozkan specializes in lymphoma chemotherapy with 23 years of experience in hematology, currently teaching at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine.

• Hematology subspecialist with extensive training in stem cell transplantation
• President of the Turkish Therapeutic Apheresis Association
• Recognized with the Young Researcher Award in 2011
• Member of the European Bone Marrow Transplantation group

Professor of Medical Oncology at Trakya University – Dr. Cicin specializes in lymphoma chemotherapy with 29 years of experience of experience.

• Fellowship-trained in Medical Oncology at Trakya University
• Former Associate Professor at Trakya University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association

Assoc. Prof. Atakan Topcu combines expertise in targeted lymphoma therapies with research on cancer-related malnutrition at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Published over 50 scientific articles in oncology journals
• Special focus on geriatric lymphoma patients and immunotherapy
• Member of European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Medical oncology fellowship at Bezmialem Vakıf University

Prof. Dr. Serdar Bedii Omay has published 65+ scientific articles on hematology and bone marrow transplantation, with extensive training in Japan.

• Specialized in hematology at Japan's Mie Medical School
• Professor of hematology at multiple Turkish universities
• Over 36 years of experience of experience in hematology
• Author of 112 meeting papers and 34 conference presentations