Best Extended analysis of blood doctors: TOP 17 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).

The doctor is the Head of the Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplantation Unit at San Raffaele Research Hospital and the Blood Transfusion Centre. The doctor is a Principal Investigator in Cell and Gene Therapy clinical trials for hematological cancers, immune-deficiencies, and neuromuscular disorders.

Since 2001, the doctor has served as a medical director at the Hematology Division of the Bone Marrow Transplantation and Transfusion Medicine in IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital. The doctor has published over 180 papers and holds a Merit Recognition Award from the University of Ferrara.

The doctor is a member of numerous prestigious organizations, including the European Hematology Association and the International Network for Cancer Research Trial.

The doctor is the Head of the Department of Pediatric Oncohematology and Oncology at Dana Dwek Children's Hospital. Specializing in bone marrow and umbilical blood transplantation for children, the doctor has conducted over 300 transplantations. With a strong academic presence, the doctor has published 50 papers and presented 40 reports at various medical conferences. The doctor is a member of the American Association for Hematology and the Israeli Society for Pediatric Hematooncology, and has practiced at City of Hope Hospital in Los Angeles and various medical centers in Israel.

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.

The doctor graduated from Istanbul University's Çapa School of Medicine in 1998 and completed a residency in Radiodiagnostics and Interventional Radiology at Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine in 2002. Specializing in Diagnostic Radiology and Teleradiology, as well as Interventional Radiology, the doctor has participated in 12 local and one international congress, contributing numerous oral and written presentations. The doctor has held positions at Hisar Intercontinental Hospital, Merzifon Air Hospital, Istanbul Emar Center, and Haseki Training and Research Hospital.

The doctor is a leading figure in medical oncology, hematology, and cancer immunotherapy, with a career spanning over four decades. After earning a medical degree from the University of Vienna in the 1970s, the doctor completed specialist training in internal medicine and oncology in the 1980s.

In the 1990s, the doctor was appointed Head of the Clinical Division of Oncology at the Medical University of Vienna, leading Austria's largest oncology department. The 2000s saw the founding of the Comprehensive Cancer Center Vienna, integrating patient care, research, and education.

The doctor served as President of the Central European Cooperative Oncology Group in the 2010s and currently holds positions as Chairman of the Vienna Cancer Center and Medical Director of Wiener Privatklinik’s International Oncology Center.

The doctor is an experienced specialist in Bone Marrow Transplantation, having graduated from the Hebrew University Medical School in 1999. Following this, the doctor specialized in internal medicine at Hadassah Medical Center. The doctor later joined the Bone Marrow Transplantation department at Hadassah as a senior physician, contributing significant expertise to the field.

The doctor is a distinguished neurosurgeon with over 30 years of experience, specializing in skull base surgery, neuro-oncology, neurovascular surgery, spine, and spinal cord surgery.

Currently serving as a professor at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital, the doctor has contributed to numerous international and national peer-reviewed journals and has presented scientific papers at various international conferences.

The doctor graduated from Istanbul University Istanbul Medical School and completed post-graduation in neurosurgery from the same institution.

The doctor is an experienced oncohematologist with 31 years of practice at Sourasky Medical Center. Specializing in the treatment of blood cancers, the doctor has contributed significantly to advancements in oncohematology. With a focus on patient-centered care, the doctor has been involved in numerous clinical trials and research projects aimed at improving therapeutic outcomes. The doctor is recognized for their expertise in diagnosing and managing complex hematological conditions, providing comprehensive care to patients.

The doctor is an experienced oncohematologist specializing in the treatment of blood cancers and related disorders. With a focus on innovative therapies and personalized patient care, the doctor has contributed significantly to advancements in the field. The doctor is affiliated with several leading medical institutions and has published numerous research papers in peer-reviewed journals.

The doctor is also actively involved in clinical trials aiming to improve outcomes for patients with hematological malignancies. Board-certified in hematology and oncology, the doctor is recognized for expertise in both clinical practice and research.

The doctor is a highly experienced oncologist with a focus on cancer treatment and management. With years of dedicated practice, the doctor has contributed significantly to advancements in oncology, implementing cutting-edge therapies and participating in research aimed at improving patient outcomes. The doctor is recognized for their leadership within the oncology community, having served in key roles that drive innovation and quality care in cancer treatment. Their clinical expertise is complemented by a commitment to patient-centered care and ongoing professional development.

The doctor is a highly experienced Clinical Oncologist with 32 years of expertise in chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer patients. Specializing in advanced treatments such as bone marrow transplants, both autologous and allogenic, the doctor is adept at managing complex cases involving related and unrelated donors.

Proficient in radiofrequency ablation and chemoembolization of the liver, the doctor also offers targeted chemotherapy for liver, breast cancer, and leukemia. A contributor to numerous publications, the doctor is committed to advancing oncological care.

The doctor is a highly skilled oncologist specializing in the treatment of various cancer types, including solid tumors, pediatric tumors, and hematological malignancies. She is proficient in both conservative and surgical treatments, such as the Whipple procedure.

She completed her MBBS at Lady Hardinge Medical College and MD in internal medicine from Maulana Azad Medical College. She further pursued DM Medical Oncology at Tata Memorial Hospital, where she also served as a consultant.

She is affiliated with international and national oncological societies and has expertise in lung, breast, gynecological, and genitourinary cancers, with a keen interest in immunotherapy and metronomic therapy.

The doctor graduated from İstanbul University, Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine, and completed a residency in Pediatrics at Bursa Uludag University School of Medicine. Further specialization was pursued in Pediatric Oncology at the same institution.

With extensive experience in pediatric oncology, the doctor has worked at several prestigious institutions, including GATA Pediatric Hematology-Oncology-Bone Marrow Transplantation Centre and İstanbul Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Education and Research Hospital.

Currently, the doctor serves as a Professor of Medicine in the Department of Pediatric Oncology at Medicana Bursal Hospital, with a focus on pediatric oncology and hematology.

The doctor is a highly experienced obstetrician-gynecologist and gynecologist-endocrinologist with 15 years of experience. Holding a second qualification category, the doctor has completed extensive courses and trainings, enhancing expertise in gynecology and intimate plastic surgery. The educational background includes graduation from Kharkiv National University named after V. N. Karazina. Additionally, the doctor contributes to public health education through participation in broadcasts on the YouTube channel "Healthspace."