Follicular Lymphoma Doctors Worldwide

Dr. Abraham Avigdor is the Director of the Institute of Hematology at Sheba Medical Center. He is a global authority on lymphoma, CAR-T therapy, and complex blood cancers. Dr. Avigdor founded the Israeli Lymphoma Working Group. He helps lead a clinic ranked 7th worldwide by Newsweek in 2026.

• Authored over 130 scientific publications on hemato-oncology and cellular therapy.
• Pioneered the integration of CAR-T cell therapy for lymphoma and myeloma.
• Leads allogeneic and autologous bone marrow transplantation programs.
• Served as the Chairman of the Israeli Lymphoma Study Group.

Dr. Avichai Shimoni is the Director of Bone Marrow Transplantation at Sheba Medical Center. He treats complex blood cancers. He completed a specialized fellowship at the MD Anderson Cancer Center. Dr. Shimoni uses allogeneic and autologous transplants for high-risk patients. He is a professor and Chairman of Hematology at Tel Aviv University.

• Named among Israel’s Best Doctors by Forbes for 2025 and 2026.
• Authored over 250 scientific papers on cellular therapies and transplantation.
• Provides CAR T-cell therapy for leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma.
• Works at Sheba Medical Center, a top-10 hospital globally per Newsweek.

Dr. Ofer Spielberg is a dedicated oncohematologist specializing in blood cancers like follicular lymphoma at Assuta Medical Center.

• Focuses exclusively on the diagnosis and treatment of hematological malignancies
• Part of a leading oncology department in Israel
• Expertise in modern treatment protocols for lymphoma

Recognized by Forbes as one of the best doctors in 2018 – Dr. Stepensky has performed over 3,500 bone marrow transplants.

• 28 years of experience in pediatric hematology
• Specializes in treating rare blood cancers in children
• Patients and families refer to her as 'the one who transplants life'
• Works at Hadassah Medical Center

A professor specializing in hematology and bone marrow transplant – Prof. Zuckerman applies deep academic expertise to treating patients at Rambam Medical Center.

• Focuses on hematologic cancers and transplant oncology
• Leads a specialized hematology and transplantology unit
• Academic professor – a leader in medical research and education
• Part of a leading multidisciplinary cancer center in Israel

Specializes in the treatment of lymphomas at Rambam Medical Center.

• Specialist in hematology
• Focused expertise in lymphoma treatments
• Works at a leading medical center

Professor Bosch is a world-renowned leader in Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) and lymphoproliferative disorders, with innovations in hematological disease analysis and treatments.

• Leads clinical trials area for CLL and lymphomas
• Published over 100 articles in top scientific journals
• Head of Hematology at IOB Institute of Oncology
• Conducts both clinical and basic research on CLL

Assoc. Prof. Priv.-Doz. Dr. Alexander W. Hauswirth is a specialist in internal medicine and haemato‑oncology at JUVENIS. Since 2010, he has served as the lead senior physician for Haematology/Haemostaseology and Oncology at the Clinic for Internal Medicine I, Medical University of Vienna/AKH Vienna, Austria’s largest hospital.

He earned his medical degree from the University of Vienna in 1999. He received the venia docendi in 2010 and was appointed Associate Professor in 2012. He completed an additional haemato‑oncology qualification in 2014. As a Schrödinger Fellow in Salamanca in 2009–2010, he researched CLL stem and precursor cells. He has published regularly since 2000.

Accreditations include Austrian Medical Chamber diplomas in emergency medicine (since 2009) and sports medicine (2018). Awards include the Schrödinger Fellowship (2009), the ÖGHO award (2009), and the European Society of Chemotherapy poster award (2003). Clinical focus: anaemias, leukaemias, lymph node disorders, clotting and anticoagulation, and pre‑operative clearance. Languages: German and English.

Prof. Elke Jaeger is one of Germany's top oncologists, recognized by Focus rating. She leads Oncology and Hematology at Nordwest Clinic.

• 41 years of experience in oncology
• Specializes in sarcoma treatment
• Head of Oncology and Hematology department

Prof. Dr. Serdar Bedii Omay has published 65+ scientific articles in hematology and bone marrow transplantation, with extensive experience in the field.

• Trained at Japan's Mie Medical Faculty in molecular hematology
• Professor of Hematology at Karadeniz Technical University
• Specialized in internal medicine and hematology since 1990
• Authored 112 meeting papers and 34 conference presentations

Prof. Baytan specializes in childhood cancers like follicular lymphoma, with over 34 years of experience in pediatric hematology.

• Trained at Uludağ University, a leading institution in Turkey
• Published 15 articles in international refereed journals
• Expert in leukemia, lymphoma, and childhood bleeding diseases
• Authored 3 books on pediatric hematology

Specializes in blood disorders, including follicular lymphoma, at Nordwest Clinic – one of Europe's leading centers.

• Over 36 years of experience in hematology
• Heads the Hematology sector at Nordwest Clinic
• Professor with deep expertise in non-Hodgkin lymphoma management

Associate Professor in Hematology with 50+ publications – Dr. Eren specializes in follicular lymphoma at Biruni University Hospital.

• Completed Hematology subspecialty training at Istanbul Training and Research Hospital
• Member of European Society of Hematology and Turkish Hematology Association
• Recipient of Young Researcher Award at National Hematology Congress
• Fluent in English for international patient consultations

Dr. Apak specializes in pediatric hematology-oncology with 26 years of experience, including CAR T-cell therapy and bone marrow transplantation at Biruni University Hospital.

• Head of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Division at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa
• Published 75 international papers on pediatric oncology
• Assistant editor for Turkish Pediatrics Archives Periodical
• Board member of Turkish Pediatric Society

Prof. Kaynar leads the Hematology and BMT Department at Medipol Mega University Hospital, bringing decades of specialized experience in hematologic malignancies.

• Over 16 years of experience in hematology, including lymphoma treatments
• Former Head of Hematology at Erciyes University and King Hamad University Hospital
• Directed Apheresis Unit with specialized blood cancer treatments
• Completed research fellowship at Duke University's Bone Marrow Transplant Center
• Professor of Hematology recognized for academic and clinical leadership

Dr. Eduardo Fernandez is one of only 50 certified stem cell experts in Mexico, with pending international certifications from ISSCR and ISEV.

• Specializes in stem cell therapies and regenerative medicine
• Certified member of the Mexican College of Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine
• Undergone rigorous 8-hour examination for advanced certification
• Works with cutting-edge treatments in the field