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Zafer Gulbas

5 Excellent • 23 reviews
49 years of experience
3315+ treatments performed
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Location: Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic:
4.6
Anadolu Medical Center
Prof. MD Zafer Gulbas is Turkey's No. 1 hematologist-oncologist, specializing in bone marrow transplants at Anadolu Medical Center.
- Founder of the Bone Marrow Transplantation Center at Anadolu
- Director of medical oncology since 2005
- Trained at top institutions including Fred Hutchinson and MD Anderson
- Specializes in aplastic anemia, myelodysplastic syndrome, and acute leukemia
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5 Excellent

23 reviews

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Bulent Karagoz

5 Excellent • 4 reviews
33 years of experience
Location: Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic:
4.6
Anadolu Medical Center
Dr. Bülent Karagöz is a top Turkish medical oncologist with over 33 years of experience of experience, specializing in tumor biology and immunotherapy.
- Head of Medical Oncology at Anadolu Medical Center
- Professor at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Medicine
- Published over 40 papers in cancer research
- Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association
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5 Excellent

4 reviews

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Omur Gokmen Sevindik

12 years of experience
Location: Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic:
5.0
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
Prof. Sevindik trained at Mayo Clinic's hematology division and has published over 100 articles on hematologic conditions. He currently leads the hematology department at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.
- Professor of Hematology with extensive research and clinical trials involvement
- Specializes in hematologic malignancies and stem cell transplantation
- Member of European Hematology Association and other key societies
- Fluent in English for international patient consultations
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Ceyhun Bozkurt

36 years of experience
Location: Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic:Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital
Prof. Bozkurt specializes in pediatric hematology-oncology with over 36 years of experience of experience, focusing on bone marrow transplantation at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.
- Trained in pediatric stem cell transplants at Cincinnati Children's Hospital
- Vice Director of the Stem Cell Transplant Unit
- Member of the European Bone Marrow Transplant Group
- Published 40+ peer-reviewed articles on pediatric hematology
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Savas Kansoy

48 years of experience
Location: Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic:
4.6
Anadolu Medical Center
Prof. Savash Kansoy founded Turkey's first Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplantation Unit and has led multiple accredited transplant centers.
- Over 48 years of experience of experience in pediatric hematology and oncology
- Founder of four pediatric bone marrow transplantation units in Turkey
- Chairman of Ege University's Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Commission
- Accredited by European Group for Bone Marrow Transplantation (EBMT)
- Published extensively on stem cell transplantation and pediatric cancers
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Sebnem Izmir Guner

33 years of experience
Location: Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic:
4.6
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
Prof. Dr. Sebnem Izmir Guner specializes in bone marrow transplantation and has established multiple hematology clinics in leading hospitals.
- Over 33 years of experience of experience in hematology with a focus on aplastic anemia
- Established the Hematology Clinic at Istanbul Education and Research Hospital
- Published over 19 articles in international peer-reviewed journals
- Fluent in English and German, enhancing international patient care
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Toluy Ozgumus

9 years of experience
Location: Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic:
4.6
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
Dr. Toluy Ozgumus has diagnosed and treated over 1,000 patients with bleeding and coagulation disorders, including thrombophilia.
- 9 years of experience of experience in hematology, specializing in aplastic anemia and other rare blood disorders
- Expertise in bone marrow transplantation and managing myeloproliferative diseases
- Trained at Marmara University Hematology Department, a leading institution in Turkey
- Experienced in hematological complications of COVID-19, ensuring comprehensive care
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Oguzhan Babacan

28 years of experience
Location: Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic:
4.6
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Oguzhan Babacan has 28 years of experience of experience in bone marrow transplantation, focusing on pediatric hematology and oncology at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.
- Specializes in allogeneic, autologous, and haploidentical hematopoietic stem cell transplants
- Expert in treating pediatric leukemia, lymphoma, and solid tumors
- Associate Professor in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology
- Provides comprehensive care for childhood blood disorders
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Deniz Gören

11 years of experience
Location: Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic:
4.7
Memorial Şişli Hospital
Specialist in Internal Medicine and Hematology with extensive training in aplastic anemia treatment at top institutions.
- Harvard University medical training in hematology
- Member of European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation
- Works at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul
- Attended advanced EBMT transplant courses
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Rafet Eren

19 years of experience
Location: Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic:
4.9
Valued Med Hub Hospitals
Associate Professor Rafet Eren specializes in hematology with a focus on aplastic anemia and other blood disorders at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.
- Trained at Istanbul University and Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
- PhD in Hematology from Istanbul Training and Research Hospital
- Expertise in treating acute and chronic leukemias
- Published research on bone marrow biopsy in CLL patients
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Ayhan Gulsan

25 years of experience
Location: Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic:
4.9
Valued Med Hub Hospitals
Dr. Gulsan trains in stem cell transplantation at Duke University and Fred Hutchinson, leading centers pioneering treatments for aplastic anemia.
- Founder and manager of Gazi University's Adult Stem Cell Transplant Unit
- Specialized in hematology with extensive experience in bone marrow transplants
- Published over 60 scientific papers on hematologic treatments and outcomes
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Leylagül Kaynar

5 Excellent • 1 review
16 years of experience
Location: Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic:
4.6
Medipol Mega University Hospital
Prof. Kaynar leads the Hematology and BMT Department at Medipol Mega University Hospital, with extensive experience in bone marrow transplants and aplastic anemia.
- Former Head of Hematology at Erciyes University
- Directed the Apheresis Unit for 16 years of experience
- Visiting scholar at Duke University's Bone Marrow Transplant Center
- Specializes in both benign and malignant hematology
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5 Excellent

1 review

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Hilmi Apak

26 years of experience
Location: Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic:
4.9
Valued Med Hub Hospitals
Professor Apak specializes in pediatric aplastic anemia and hematology at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, with over 26 years of experience of focused experience.
- Expert in nutritional anemias and pediatric hematology treatments
- Head of Internal Medical Sciences at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa
- Published on molecular aspects of hematologic disorders
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Ali Hakan Kaya

20 years of experience
Location: Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic:
4.9
Valued Med Hub Hospitals
Dr. Ali Hakan Kaya specializes in bone marrow deficiencies, including aplastic anemia, at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.
- Over 20 years of experience of experience in hematology and stem cell transplantation
- Trained at Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital – a leading center in hematology
- Associate Professor with a focus on complex hematologic disorders
- Specializes in both autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplants
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Hasan Atilla Ozkan

23 years of experience
Location: Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic:
5.0
VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
Professor Hasan Atilla Ozkan specializes in hematology with a focus on aplastic anemia at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.
- Over 23 years of experience of experience in hematology
- Expert in autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplantation
- Current President of the Turkish Therapeutic Apheresis Association
- Member of the European Bone Marrow Transplantation (EBMT) group
- Recipient of the Young Researcher Award in Therapeutic Apheresis
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Serdar Bedii Omay

4 Good • 1 review
36 years of experience
Location: Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic:
4.4
Emsey Hospital
Prof. Dr. Serdar Bedii Omay has published 65+ scientific articles on hematology – focused on advanced treatments at Emsey Hospital.
- Specializes in hematology and bone marrow transplantation
- Trained in molecular hematology at Japan Mie Medical School
- Professor of hematology with decades of academic experience
- Has presented at 34 international conferences
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4 Good

1 review

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Rafet Eren

19 years of experience
Location: Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic:Biruni University Hospital
Associate Professor Rafet Eren specializes in hematology with 50+ publications in international journals, reflecting deep expertise in blood disorders.
- Completed PhD in Hematology at Istanbul Training and Research Hospital
- Member of European Society of Hematology
- Won the Young Researcher Award in 2016
- Fluent in English for international consultations
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Hilmi Apak

26 years of experience
Location: Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic:Biruni University Hospital
Dr. Apak specializes in pediatric hematology-oncology with 26 years of experience of experience, focusing on bone marrow transplantation and CAR T-cell therapy at Biruni University Hospital.
- Head of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Division at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa
- Authored 75 international publications in pediatric oncology
- Assistant editor for Turkish Pediatrics Archives Periodical
- Board member of Turkish Pediatric Society
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Mehmet Hilmi Dogu

36 years of experience
Location: Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic:
4.5
Liv Hospital Ulus
Specializing in chronic leukemia and myeloproliferative diseases, Dr. Dogu brings extensive hematology expertise to Liv Hospital Ulus.
- Associate Professor at Istanbul Training and Research Hospital Hematology Clinic
- Member of the Turkish Society of Hematology and The Society of Hematological Education and Research
- Published 32 international articles and 12 cases in peer-reviewed journals
- Hematology specialist with over a decade of focused experience
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Birol Baytan

34 years of experience
Location: Turkey, Istanbul
Clinic:
4.4
Emsey Hospital
Prof. Baytan specializes in pediatric hematology and oncology, with a focus on childhood cancers and bone marrow transplantations at Emsey Hospital.
- 15 articles published in international refereed journals
- Expert in anemia treatments and iron deficiency
- Professor at Uludağ University with extensive academic roles
- Specializes in pediatric bone marrow transplantations
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Bookimed Insights: Top Aplastic anemia Specialists in Turkey (2026)

Bookimed has coordinated 13 requests for Aplastic anemia treatment in Turkey, collaborating with 25 top-rated specialists. The doctors in this table are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, and patient outcomes. The 2026 ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases and current programs from our partner clinics.

Rank	Doctor	experience	Good Fit For	What Sets Them Apart	Clinic & Location	Consultation
#1	Zafer Gulbas	49 years of experience	Bone marrow transplants	Turkey's top hematologist-oncologist with specialized training at Fred Hutchinson and MD Anderson. Founder of Anadolu's Bone Marrow Transplantation Center.	Anadolu Medical Center Turkey	from $280
#2	Bulent Karagoz	33 years of experience	Aplastic anemia	Specializes in tumor biology and immunotherapy – key areas for aplastic anemia treatment. Head of Medical Oncology at a leading center.	Anadolu Medical Center Turkey	from $215
#3	Omur Gokmen Sevindik	12 years of experience	Hematologic malignancies and BMT	Trained at Mayo Clinic with focus on hematologic research. Active in clinical trials and member of leading hematology associations.	Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital Turkey	Price on request
#4	Ceyhun Bozkurt	36 years of experience	Pediatric bone marrow transplantation	Expert in pediatric stem cell transplants with training at top US hospitals. Vice Director of Stem Cell Transplant Unit and EBMT member.	Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital Turkey	Price on request
#5	Savas Kansoy	48 years of experience	Pediatric bone marrow transplantation	Pioneered pediatric bone marrow transplantation in Turkey – founded multiple transplant units. EBMT-accredited specialist with extensive research publications.	Anadolu Medical Center Turkey	Price on request
#6	Sebnem Izmir Guner	33 years of experience	Bone marrow transplantation	Specializes in bone marrow transplantation with extensive experience in treating aplastic anemia. Established multiple hematology clinics and published widely in international journals.	Hisar Hospital Intercontinental Turkey	Price on request
#7	Toluy Ozgumus	9 years of experience	Complex hematological disorders	Specializes in thrombophilia and rare hematological cancers, with expertise in bone marrow transplantation. Trained at Marmara University, a leading hematology center.	Hisar Hospital Intercontinental Turkey	Price on request
#8	Oguzhan Babacan	28 years of experience	Pediatric bone marrow transplants	Specializes in allogeneic, autologous, and haploidentical transplants for children – one of few experts in this complex area. Associate Professor with 13 years in transplant unit.	Hisar Hospital Intercontinental Turkey	Price on request
#9	Deniz Gören	11 years of experience	Aplastic anemia treatment	Harvard-trained hematologist with EBMT membership – specializes in blood disorders at a leading Istanbul hospital.	Memorial Şişli Hospital Turkey	Price on request
#10	Rafet Eren	19 years of experience	Aplastic anemia	Specializes in hematology with a focus on aplastic anemia. PhD-trained and published researcher on blood disorders.	Valued Med Hub Hospitals Turkey	Price on request

FAQ

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Which Turkish hematologists specialize in treating aplastic anemia?

Turkish hematologists such as Dr. Zafer Gulbas and Dr. Savas Kansoy specialize in aplastic anemia. These experts focus on bone marrow transplants and intensive drug therapies. Many hold international fellowships. This means they use global protocols to manage bone marrow failure and restore blood counts.

Dr. Zafer Gulbas. He founded the bone marrow center at Anadolu Medical Center with 45+ years experience.
Dr. Savas Kansoy. He provides pediatric care at Anadolu and pioneered Turkey's first childhood transplant units.
Dr. Mutlu Arat. He treats complex marrow failure at Safak Medical with over 25 years in hematology.
Dr. Leylagul Kaynar. She leads hematology at Medipol and trained at the specialized Duke University transplant center.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Leading Turkish hematologists often pursue fellowships in the US or Europe. For example, specialists at Medipol and Medical Park have backgrounds from Duke and Cincinnati Children's. This international training is vital because aplastic anemia requires precise, research-based immune-suppression or transplant protocols.

Patient Consensus: Patients often mention feeling relieved by the detailed explanations doctors provide about bone marrow transplants. Those traveling to Istanbul frequently highlight how smoothly the medical teams coordinate complex testing and long-term recovery steps.

How many aplastic-anemia bone-marrow transplants do the top doctors in Turkey do every year?

Top hematologists in Turkey perform between 100 to 250 bone marrow transplants annually. Prof. Zafer Gülbaş leads teams completing 250+ transplants reached yearly. Prof. Mutlu Arat performs over 100 transplants every year. These high numbers help doctors refine techniques and improve patient outcomes.

Total career volume. Prof. Zafer Gülbaş at Anadolu Medical Center has performed 3,300+ career treatments.
Pediatric expertise. Prof. Savaş Kansoy has completed over 900 procedures specifically for children.
Network capacity. Large centers like Memorial Health Group perform around 700 transplants annually.
Specialized focus. Leading specialists specifically focus on aplastic anemia, which is a rare blood disorder.

Bookimed Expert Insight: While career totals are impressive, look at the annual team volume. Prof. Zafer Gülbaş leads one of the busiest programs in Turkey. This high activity means his team handles more complex aplastic anemia cases daily.

Patient Consensus: Patients often mention they felt safer choosing doctors who perform several transplants every week. They valued how the staff explained every hygiene step during the recovery period.

What qualifications should I look for when picking a Turkish doctor for aplastic anemia?

When picking a Turkish specialist for aplastic anemia, prioritize hematologists with international training and board certifications. Experts like Dr. Zafer Gulbas at Anadolu Medical Center hold 45+ years of experience. They often belong to the European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EBMT), ensuring research-backed care.

Board certification. Doctors should be certified by the Turkish Society of Hematology to prove expertise.
International fellowships. Look for training at centers like the Mayo Clinic for advanced treatment insight.
BMT specialization. Specialists at JCI-accredited hospitals focus on bone marrow transplants to restore blood health.
Pediatric expertise. For children, select experts like Dr. Savas Kansoy who specialize in pediatric marrow failure.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Turkey's top hematologists often serve as lead researchers in international clinical groups. Dr. Bulent Eser at Medical Park Antalya maintains active membership in EBMT. Choosing a doctor with these global ties means you access the latest transplant protocols quickly.

Patient Consensus: Patients often mention how helpful it was to have translators provided by Bookimed during complex talks. They felt relieved when doctors explained bone marrow results in simple, everyday language that stayed positive.

How do I get a second medical opinion on aplastic-anemia therapy from Turkish experts?

You can get a second opinion by submitting your medical reports for review by Turkish hematologists. Turkish specialists evaluate bone marrow biopsy results and blood tests to confirm your diagnosis. This helps determine if advanced therapies like bone marrow transplants or immunosuppression are needed for your care.

Expert review. Specialists like Dr. Zafer Gulbas at Anadolu Medical Center evaluate your complex blood disorder files.
BMT specialization. Many Turkish hematologists focus on bone marrow transplants which are vital for severe cases.
Pediatric expertise. Dr. Betul Tavil at Memorial Hospital specializes in treating children with blood-related conditions.
JCI accreditation. Facilities like Hisar Hospital Intercontinental follow strict safety standards for specialized hematology care.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Experts in Turkey often work in multidisciplinary teams to ensure a safer bone marrow transplant process. For instance, Dr. Zafer Gulbas has 45+ years of experience and uses Johns Hopkins protocols. This means your case is reviewed using research-backed methods that may differ from standard care.

Patient Consensus: Patients were treated with great care and felt relieved after doctors explained every step clearly. They noted the medical staff made them feel safe and handled international coordination without any issues.

How much does it cost to be treated for aplastic anemia in Turkey?

Bone marrow transplant for aplastic anemia in Turkey starts from around Price on request . Prices depend on donor types and the intensive care needed to rebuild the immune system. Top centers like Anadolu Medical Center or Memorial Sisli use JCI-accredited protocols for safety.

Donor matching. HLA typing identifies a compatible donor so the body accepts new cells.
Treatment type. Allogeneic transplants use donor cells and typically cost around Price on request .
Diagnostic sets. Early testing and bone marrow biopsy usually cost from Price on request .
Expert consultations. Meeting a hematologist in Turkey starts from around Price on request .

Bookimed Expert Insight: Turkish centers often bundle airport transfers and translators into bone marrow transplant packages. This helps patients focus on recovery rather than managing logistics in a foreign city. Many top specialists have 20+ years of experience and hold fellowships from major US hospitals.

Patient Consensus: Patients often mention how helpful it is to have translators at every step. They say the modern hospital rooms feel more like comfortable hotels than clinical wards.

Do Turkish aplastic-anemia specialists speak English and provide interpreters?

Turkish aplastic anemia specialists are often fluent in English due to international training and research. Hospitals like Anadolu Medical Center and Hisar Hospital provide professional interpreters to help patients. Bookimed manages all communication and scheduling so language is never a barrier to your bone marrow treatment.

International training. Many professors trained at top centers like the Mayo Clinic in the US.
Bilingual proficiency. Dr. Sebnem Izmir Guner at Hisar Hospital speaks both English and German fluently.
Dedicated translators. JCI-accredited hospitals employ 24/7 staff to bridge the gap with nursing teams.
Expert credentials. Dr. Zafer Gulbas and Dr. Omur Gokmen Sevindik regularly publish research in English.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Senior hematologists in Turkey often have over 30 years of experience with international fellowships. This means they are comfortable discussing complex transplant details directly in English. Patients often prefer doctors at Anadolu Medical Center because of their official affiliation with Johns Hopkins.

Patient Consensus: Patients felt relieved because doctors explained every step of the transplant in clear English. They noticed that coordinators stayed close during meetings to help translate with the floor nurses.