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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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