Best Leukemia doctors: TOP 80 doctors

• Prof. MD Zafer Gulbas specializes in leukemia treatment, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and bone marrow transplant.
• Founder of the Bone Marrow Transplantation Center at Anadolu Medical Center.
• International training: Prof. MD Zafer Gulbas has trained at medical institutions including Hadassah Medical Center in Israel, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in the USA, M.D. Anderson Cancer Research Center in the USA, and Toronto University Princess Margaret Hospital in Canada.
• Ranked as the No. 1 hematologist-oncologist in Turkey.
• Education: Hacettepe University Medical School, Anadolu University Medical School, Atatürk Pulmonary Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Center.

• Dr. Bülent Karagöz specializes in Leukemia treatment with 20+ years of experience.
• Expert in cancer Immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and tumor biology.
• Leukemia treatments include chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and bone marrow transplants.
• International practice in Turkey and with NATO KFOR Command.
• Practices at Anadolu Medical Center, a leading facility in cancer care.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association—focused on cancer research.
• Conducts online consultations for patients with Leukemia, enhancing accessibility.

• Specializes in leukemia treatment using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and stem cell transplant.
• Has international practice experience at medical institutions in the USA, UK, Israel, and Turkey.
• Certified by the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO).
• Member of ESMO, ESO, and faculty at Halic University, Istanbul.
• Languages: English, Russian (B1), Turkish.

Dr. Ronit El Hasid is the Head of Pediatric Oncohematology and Oncology at Dana Dwek Children’s Hospital (Sourasky). She specializes in bone marrow and umbilical blood transplantation and has conducted over 300 transplantations and published 50 papers and 40 reports. She is a member of American Association for Hematology and Israeli Society for Pediatric Hematooncology, and has previously practiced in the City of Hope Hospital (Los-Angeles) and other medical centers in Israel.

Areas of Interest

1. Bone marrow transplantation
2. Leukemia
3. Lymphoma
4. Multiple myeloma
5. Thalassemia
6. Bone marrow diseases
7. Plasmapheresis

Education
2005 Graduated from Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine
2010 Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine Internal Medicine Specialist
2014 Ankara University, Faculty of Medicine Hematology Specialist

Experience
October 2010 - December 2010 Internal Medicine Specialist at Ankara Oncology Hospital
December 2010 - April 2011 Hematology Sub-branch Assistant at Ankara Oncology Hospital
September 2014 - May 2016 Hematology Specialist at Kütahya Dumlupınar University Evliya Çelebi Training and Research Hospital
May 2016 - March 2018 Ufuk University, Faculty of Medicine, Hematology Department Faculty Member
March 2018 - October 2018 Hitit University, Faculty of Medicine, Hematology Department Faculty Member
November 2018 - January 2019 Medical Park Bahçelievler Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplantation Unit physician
February 2019 - June 2022 Present Bayındır Söğütözü Hospital Hematology and Stem Cell Transplantation Unit, Assistant Physician in Charge
June 2022 - July 2022 Afyonkarahisar Health Sciences University, Head of Hematology Department

Qualification Certificates
Internal Medicine Board Qualification Certificate, 2009
Hematology Board Qualification Certificate, 2014
English Proficiency 2017/7 e-YDS Score: 71.25
Internal Medicine Specialization Thesis Addition of 9-Week Trastuzumab to Adjuvant Treatment in Both Positive Breast Cancer Patients Retrospective Analysis

Education Abroad
Between October and December 2007 (3 months) Intensive Care Education at University of Florida, United States
Between December 2013 and January 2014 (2 months) Flow Cytometry Education at Salamanca University, Spain

Courses, Awards, and Certificates
1 Year of Work Certificate in Bone Marrow Transplantation, 2017
Blood Banking and Transfusion Medicine Certificate 2017
“Physician of the Year” Award in Kütahya, 2014
Laboratory GMP, GLP, ISO /IEC 17025: 2012 Certificates, 2014
Good Clinical Practices Certificate, 2013
Şeref Zileli Successful Assistant of the Year Award, 2009
RIA Certificate, 2005

Research and Publications

Patent
1. Half antibody with the fc portion removed (fab) for medical use. Inventor: Mehmet Özen. No:2016/0910. Patent under review.

Scientific Studies
A. Publications in International Journals under SCI Expanded


 Turkish book section

1. Ozen M, Konuk N. Immune thrombocytopenic purpura. Turkoz Sucak G, editor. Current Topics in Immunohematology. 1st Edition. Ankara: Turkey Clinics; 2021. p.8-12.

2. Özen M, Ural AU. Hematological diseases and mesenchymal stem cell applications. Türköz Sucak G, editor. Current Topics in Immunohematology. 1st Edition. Ankara: Turkey Clinics; 2021. p.91-4.

3. Ozen M. Hematopoiesis and Hematopoietic Growth Factors. MediHealth & Hippocrates INTERNAL DISEASES with Current Guidelines 2022. p1607-10

Eduardo Fernandez, MD

Medical Doctor & Stem Cell Expert

Dr. Eduardo Fernandez is a distinguished medical professional specializing in stem cell therapies and regenerative medicine. He is a certified member of the Mexican College of Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine, as well as the Mexican Council of Stem Cells for Therapeutic and Research Purposes. Dr. Fernandez’s certifications are the result of a rigorous 8-hour examination process, reserved for a select group of doctors who possess advanced knowledge and experience in these cutting-edge treatments. With only 50 certified doctors in Mexico, Dr. Fernandez’s expertise is highly sought after and respected.

In addition to his national recognition, Dr. Fernandez is awaiting international certification from the renowned International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR). Membership in this prestigious organization signifies Dr. Fernandez’s extensive experience and expertise in stem cell treatments. The ISSCR includes prominent scientists from renowned universities such as Harvard, Yale, Stanford, and other esteemed institutions worldwide. Being a part of this elite society represents the pinnacle of honor and prestige in the field of stem cell therapies.

Furthermore, Dr. Fernandez is also seeking membership and international certification from the International Society for Extracellular Vesicles (ISEV), the largest community of extracellular vesicle researchers globally. With only two thousand members worldwide, ISEV’s select nature underscores Dr. Fernandez’s exceptional dedication to advancing scientific knowledge in the study of exosomes and cellular messengers. By pursuing membership in ISEV, Dr. Fernandez continues to demonstrate his commitment to staying at the forefront of research and innovation in the field of regenerative medicine.

• Prof. Elke Jaeger, Head of Oncology and Hematology at Nordwest, specializes in leukemia treatment.
• Utilizes chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, and stem cell transplantation for leukemia management.
• Prof. Jaeger has experience practicing at medical institutions in Germany, known for high standards in leukemia treatment.
• Ranked among the best German doctors by Focus rating.
• Over 35 years of experience in Oncology and Hematology.

Professor Fabio Ciceri is the Head of the Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplantation Unit at San Raffaele Research Hospital and the Blood Transfusion Centre. He has over 180 papers published and has held various Medical and Teaching positions since 1989. He is a member of multiple organizations related to Hematology and was awarded a Merit Recognition Award at the University of Ferrara. He is a Principal Investigator in Cell and Gene Therapy clinical trials for haematological cancers, immune-deficiencies, and neuromuscular disorder.

Experience

• 1990 - 1994 – General Practitioner
• 1994 - 2001 – Research Assistant, Erciyes University, Faculty of Medicine
• 2001 - 2006 – Assistant Professor, Internal Medicine/Hematology, Erciyes University, Faculty of Medicine
• 2006 - 2011 – Associate Professor, Internal Medicine/Hematology, Erciyes University, Faculty of Medicine
• 2011 - 2019 – Professor, Internal Medicine/Hematology, Erciyes University, Faculty of Medicine

Professional Memberships

• Turkish Society of Hematology
• European Group for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EBMT)
• Hematologic Oncology Association
• Antalya Medical Chamber

HU KAI

Member of the Professional Committee of Geriatric Oncology, Chinese Geriatric Society.

Member of the First Chinese T-cell Lymphoma Working Group of the Professional Committee of Oncohematology of the Chinese Anti-Cancer Association.

Member of the Professional Committee on Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation and Cell Therapy, Chinese Association for Medical Education.

Chairman of the Expert Committee on Accurate Diagnosis and Treatment of Blood Tumors, Beijing Health Protection Association.

Member of the Professional Committee of Hematology of Beijing Research Association.

Member of the Professional Committee of Clinical Research of Beijing Cancer Association.

Conducts in-depth research in the field of immunotherapy, biomarkers, is well acquainted with the latest international standards of diagnostics and treatment of lymphoma. Participates in 20 international and national clinical studies on diagnostics and treatment of lymphomas and multiple myeloma.

Specialization:

multidisciplinary complex treatment of hematological malignancies

early diagnosis of lymphoma, multiple myeloma, leukemia

complex standardized treatment based on drug chemotherapy, molecular targeted therapy, autologous/allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and biological therapy

Head of the Hematology, Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplantation Department

• Dr. Susana Rives Sola specializes in leukemia treatment and bone marrow transplantation for children.
• Utilizes chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, and stem cell transplant.
• Has experience practicing at medical institutions in Spain, the United States, and Germany.
• Member of the European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EBMT).
• Speaks Spanish, English, and German fluently.

• Dr. Jaume Mora Graupera specializes in leukemia treatment in pediatric patients.
• Standard treatment options include chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, and stem cell transplant.
• International training at Weill Cornell Medicine and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in the USA.
• Member of the International Society of Pediatric Oncology (SIOP) and the American Society of Clinical Oncology.
• Heads the Hematology Oncology Department at Sant Joan De Déu — Barcelona Children’s Hospital.

Kodchanut Litleaungdej, M.D.

• Dr. Eckhart Weidemann specializes in leukemia treatment with over 30 years of experience.
• He heads the Hematology sector at Nordwest Clinic, focusing on treatments for blood disorders.
• Leukemia treatment methods include chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, and bone marrow transplant.
• Dr. Weidemann has received training at medical institutions in Germany, the USA, and Switzerland.
• Professional memberships include the American Society of Hematology and the European Hematology Association.

Dr. Toluy Özgümüş has graduated from Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 2008 and completed his internal medicine specialty training at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital between 2009 and 2013. He received his Hematology subspecialty training at Marmara University Hematology Department between 2014-2017; He performed his compulsory service at Kars Harakani State Hospital between 2017-2019. He worked at Sancaktepe Şehit Prof. Dr. Ilhan Varak Training and Research Hospital between 2019-2023.

He is experienced in the field of bleeding and coagulation disorders, especially coagulation disorders (thrombophilia), and has dealt with the diagnosis and treatment of more than 1000 patients. Since he worked in the pandemic hospital of the Anatolian side of Istanbul during the pandemic period, he has extensive experience in the hematological findings of Covid-19 infection and the management of Covid-19 infection in hematological diseases. Hundreds of patient experiences are available in the diagnosis of myeloproliferative diseases such as Polycythemia Vera and Essential Thrombocytosis, in their differentiation from blood cell elevations due to other frequently confused causes, and in their treatment. He has experience in the diagnosis and all treatment processes of rare hematological cancers such as multiple myeloma, acute and chronic leukemias, lymphomas and histiocytosis, as well as bone marrow transplantation.

MEDICAL INTERESTS 

Clotting Disorders (Thrombophilia)

Bleeding Disorders

Myeloproliferative Diseases

Anemias (Anemia)

Acute and Chronic Leukemias

lymphomas

Bone marrow transplantation

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Oğuzhan BABACAN completed his undergraduate, specialty and sub-specialty education at GATA Military Medical Faculty/Ankara. After becoming a specialist in Pediatrics, he worked in the field of Social Pediatrics for two years, where Healthy Baby Monitoring and vaccine follow-up were carried out. Then, she completed her subspecialty training in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology and continued her studies in the field of pediatric blood and cancer diseases. In addition to the treatment of children suffering from leukemia, lymphoma, solid tumors and other blood diseases, she has been working in the Bone Marrow Transplantation (Transplant) Unit for 13 years in Allogeneic (unrelated and intrafamilial), Autologous (from the patient himself) and Haploidentical (partially HLA compatible) hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. In 2018, he received the title of Associate Professor in the field of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Science/Art.

MEDICAL AREAS OF INTEREST

Healthy baby follow-up and vaccinations

Lymph node enlargement

Pediatric patients with anemia (anemia)

Leukemia

Lymphoma

Bone Marrow Transplant

ITP

Thalassemias

Hemophiliacs

Solid tumors

Hemangioma

Childhood blood disorders

Children with frequent infections

Fever of unknown origin

Malnutrition in children