Page 2 - Best CAR T-cell therapy doctors: TOP 37 doctors

Dr. Abraham Avigdor, MD, is Director of the Institute of Hematology and Co‑Director of the Hematology & Bone Marrow Transplantation Division at Sheba Medical Center. He is an international leader in lymphoma, CAR‑T, and advanced hemato‑oncology with more than 35 years of experience. His clinical focus includes lymphomas, multiple myeloma, and complex blood cancers.

He is a pioneer in CAR‑T integration. He leads cellular therapy and bone marrow transplantation programs (autologous and allogeneic). He also advances stem cell therapies and precision diagnostics, including PET/CT‑based prognostics. His work includes immunotherapy and targeted regimens and the development of innovative, data‑driven protocols.

He collaborates with LYSA, EMCL, and international PET groups. He has authored more than 130 publications. Key roles include Founder and President of the Israeli Lymphoma Working Group, former Chair of the Israeli Lymphoma Study Group, and Senior Lecturer at Tel Aviv University. Education: MD, Ben‑Gurion University; residency, Sheba Medical Center; postdoctoral fellowship, Weizmann Institute. Awards include the Knesset Prize, the Israeli Ministry of Health Award, and the Sackler Prize.

Dr. Danylesko specializes in CAR T-cell therapy at Sheba Medical Center, focusing on personalized treatment approaches.

• Experienced in administering CAR T-cell therapy to a diverse patient population
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to optimize treatment plans
• Engages in ongoing research to improve CAR T-cell therapy outcomes

Prof. Elad Jacoby, MD, heads the Pediatric Cell Therapy Center at Sheba Medical Center. He is the Medical Director of the Advanced Biotherapy Center. He is a pioneer of pediatric CAR T‑cell therapy in Israel. He led one of the first national leukemia programs. He has almost 20 years of clinical and research experience.

He specializes in CAR T‑cell therapy, bone marrow and stem cell transplantation, and high‑risk pediatric leukemias and lymphomas. He leads international clinical trials and has authored over 240 publications. His collaborations include Johns Hopkins Hospital and the U.S. National Cancer Institute. He is an Associate Professor at Tel Aviv University. He received his MD from Tel Aviv University, completed residency at Sheba Medical Center, and fellowships at Johns Hopkins and the National Cancer Institute. He is board‑certified in Pediatrics and in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology. He serves on the IBFM CAR T‑Cell Taskforce and the Sheba Institutional Review Board. He leads the integration of CAR T‑cell therapy with transplantation.

Prof. Serdar Bedii Omay has over 65 scientific articles in hematology and bone marrow transplantation. He trained at Japan's Mie Medical Faculty in molecular hematology.

• Professor of hematology with decades of experience
• Published over 65 articles and 112 meeting papers
• Specialized in molecular hematology at Mie Medical Faculty

Dr. Adem Topaloglu is a general surgeon with expertise in laparoscopic oncology. He focuses on colon and rectal cancers. He graduated from Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine in 1998. He completed his general surgery training at Eskişehir Osmangazi University in 2009.

Dr. Topaloglu performs advanced minimally invasive surgeries. His procedures include laparoscopic gastric, colon, and rectal cancer surgeries, as well as anti-reflux surgery, hernia repairs, appendectomy, and cholecystectomy. He is also experienced in endocrine and gastroenterological surgeries. In addition, he performs bariatric procedures such as gastric sleeve, bypass, and balloon interventions.

Dr. Topaloglu holds certifications in obesity, hiatal, and inguinal hernia surgeries. He is skilled in gastroscopy and colonoscopy. His expertise helps improve patient outcomes and surgical success rates.

Associate Professor in Hematology with 50+ publications – Dr. Eren specializes in CAR T-cell therapy at Biruni University Hospital.

• Member of European Society of Hematology
• Recipient of Young Researcher Award at National Hematology Congress
• Fluent in English for international patients
• Extensive training at top Turkish medical institutions

Dr. Apak specializes in CAR T-cell therapy and pediatric oncology, with over 26 years of experience of experience at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa.

• Head of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Division at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa
• Published 75 international papers on pediatric oncology
• Assistant editor for Turkish Pediatrics Archives Periodical
• Expert in bone marrow transplantation and leukemia chemotherapy

Prof. Baytan specializes in childhood cancers, with over 34 years of experience of experience in pediatric hematology at Emsey Hospital.

• Expert in leukemia and lymphoma treatment for children
• Published 15 articles in international medical journals
• Authored 3 books on pediatric hematology
• Specialized in iron and vitamin deficiency treatments

Prof. Dr. Osman Ilhan was part of the team that performed Turkey's first bone marrow stem cell transplant. He now leads CAR T-cell therapy at Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

• Over 48 years of experience of experience in hematology and stem cell research
• Trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center in stem cell transplantation
• Founding president of Turkey's Cellular Therapy and Regenerative Medicine Association
• Published 300+ papers with 5000+ citations in hematology
• Holds patents for innovative hematology treatments

Specializes in CAR T-cell therapy for lymphoma and leukemias at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul, with extensive experience in stem cell transplantation.

• Over 36 years of experience in hematology and stem cell transplantation
• Managed Therapeutic Apheresis Laboratory and Stem Cell Transplantation Unit
• Associate Professor and Head of Internal Medicine Department
• Member of multiple hematology and oncology research teams

Dr. Blanca Lopez Ibor leads the Hematology & Pediatric Oncology Unit at HM Hospitales, specializing in pediatric hematology oncology with over 31 years of experience of experience.

• Trained at the University of Maryland as a pediatric oncologist and hematologist
• Head of two foundations helping children with severe health issues
• Member of prestigious organizations including ASH and SIOP
• Consultant for WHO and UNESCO

Associate Professor Ali Hakan Kaya specializes in hematology and stem cell transplants, with extensive training in leading Turkish hospitals.

• Subspecialized in hematology and stem cell transplant at Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital
• Member of multiple prestigious hematology and oncology societies
• Award-winning researcher with multiple prizes in hematologic oncology and immunology
• Currently practices at Istanbul VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital

16 years of experience specializing in leukemia and multiple myeloma – Dr. Badarkhe brings extensive hematology expertise to CAR T-cell therapy at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• DM in Clinical Hematology from Medical College, Calcutta
• MBBS from Grant Medical College and Sir JJ Hospital
• MD in Pathology from Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College
• Awarded for professionalism and clinical excellence

Dr. Pandit specializes in radiation oncology with advanced training in modern techniques like Tomotherapy-H and brachytherapy at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• MD in Radiation Oncology
• Expertise in Linear Accelerator treatments
• Consultant with focus on precise radiation delivery

Over 32 years of experience specializing in pediatric hematology and oncology – Dr. Lopez Ibor leads the Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Unit at HM Montepríncipe Hospital.

• Expert in treating bone and brain tumors in children
• Specialized in leukemia and hematological diseases
• Trained at the University of Maryland in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology
• Author of numerous national and international scientific publications