Best CAR T-cell therapy doctors in Istanbul: TOP 5 doctors

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Serdar Bedii Omay

  • 4.2 Good 32 reviews
  • 35 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Emsey Hospital
    • Dr. Serdar Bedii Omay specializes in advanced CAR T-cell therapy.
    • Innovative CAR T-cell methods include leukapheresis, cell engineering, and infusion.
    • Trained internationally, including Molecular Hematology in Japan.
    • Holds certification in Internal Medicine and Hematology.
    • Member of prestigious hematology societies, expert in bone marrow transplantation.
    • Offers remote consultations for patients seeking CAR T-cell therapy.
    • Speaks Turkish and English, facilitating international patient communication.
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Birol Baytan

  • Leading doctor for CAR T-cell therapy
  • 4.2 Good 32 reviews
  • 33 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Emsey Hospital
    • Dr. Birol Baytan specializes in innovative CAR T-cell therapy for childhood cancers.
    • Performs CAR T-cell therapy using techniques like leukapheresis, cell engineering, and infusion.
    • International practice in Turkey, a leader in pediatric bone marrow transplantation.
    • Holds certifications in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology.
    • Member of prestigious medical associations in hematology and pediatric cancer.
    • Offers online consultations for CAR T-cell therapy, enhancing patient access.
    • Fluent in Turkish and English, ensuring clear communication with diverse patients.
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Hilmi Apak

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  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Biruni University Hospital
  • Dr. Hilmi Apak is a respected pediatric hematology-oncology specialist with more than 21 years of experience. He is trained in pediatric oncology. Dr. Apak has led advanced treatments, including bone marrow transplantation, leukemia chemotherapy, and CAR T-cell therapy.

    He has published 75 international medical articles, showing his strong contribution to pediatric oncology research. Dr. Apak has worked as assistant editor for the Turkish Pediatrics Archives Periodical. He has also held important academic and leadership positions, such as Head of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa.

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Ceyhun Bozkurt

  • New
  • 35 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Ceyhun Bozkurt is a respected Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist. He is known for his work in childhood blood disorders and cancers. He graduated from Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. He holds specializations in both Pediatrics and Pediatric Oncology. Since 2019, he has been Professor and Clinical Director at Bahçelievler Medical Park Hospital. He also serves as Vice Director of the Stem Cell Transplant Unit.

    Dr. Bozkurt has published over 40 peer-reviewed articles. He is recognized for his work in leukemia, bone marrow transplantation, and stem cell therapy. He is a member of organizations such as SIOP and EBMT. His memberships show his dedication to high standards in clinical care and research.

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Ali Hakan Kaya

  • New
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Biruni University Hospital
  • Education

    • Faculty of Medicine - Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine 1999-2005
    • Internal Medicine Residency - Istanbul Haseki Training and Research Hospital 2006-2010
    • Hematology Subspecialist Dr. Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital - Hematology and Stem Cell Transplant Clinic 2013-2017
    • Associate ProfessorIstanbul Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital 2019
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    Experience

    • Assistant Doctor Istanbul Haseki Training and Research Hospital - Internal Medicine Clinic 2006-2010
    • Internal Medicine Specialist Istanbul Esenyurt State Hospital 2010-2012
    • Internal Medicine Specialist-Military service Samsun Military Hospital 2012-2013
    • Subspecialty Training Dr. Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital - Hematology and Stem Cell Transplant Clinic 2013-2017
    • Hematology Subspecialist Ankara Gülhane Training and Research Hospital, Hematology and Stem Cell Transplant Clinic 2017-2018
    • Hematology Subspecialist Istanbul Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital/Hematology 2018-2019
    • Associate Professor Istanbul Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital/Hematology 2019-2021
    • Associate Professor Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine / Hematology 2021-2024
    • Associate Professor Istanbul VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital / Hematology and Stem Cell Transplant Clinic 2022-2024
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    Scientific Memberships

    • Turkish Medical Association
    • Turkish Apheresis Society
    • Hematologic Oncology Society
    • Blood and Bone Marrow Transplant Association
    • Hematologic Immunology Society
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    Awards

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    • Hematologic Oncology Society, 2015 - Second Prize for Paper
    • Hematologic Oncology Society, 2016 - Second Prize for Paper
    • Turkish Apheresis Association, 2016 - Paper Third Prize,
    • Hematologic Immunology Association, 2016 - Second Prize for Paper
    • Hematologic Oncology Society, 2016 - Second Prize for Paper
    • Blood and Bone Marrow Transplantation Association, 2017 - First Prize for Paper
       
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