Best Follicular Lymphoma Doctors in Istanbul for Australians

Professor Zafer Gulbas is the founder and head of the Bone Marrow Transplantation Centre at Anadolu Medical Center. He is regarded as Turkey's leading haematologist-oncologist for complex lymphoma care.

• Trained at the MD Anderson Cancer Centre in the US and Princess Margaret Hospital in Canada
• Specialises in managing malignant blood diseases through bone marrow transplantation
• Uses flow cytometry – a high-precision laser technique to identify specific cancer cell types
• Expert in platelet function and managing hospital blood bank services
• Fellow of the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in the USA

Professor Omur Gokmen Sevindik is a specialist haematologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who completed his fellowship at the world-renowned Mayo Clinic.

• Specialises in managing complex blood disorders including Follicular lymphoma
• Experienced in bone marrow transplants and cellular therapies
• Published 18 papers in international peer-reviewed medical journals
• Member of leading haematology societies focusing on blood cancer research
• Trains other specialists as a Professor of Internal Medicine and Haematology

Professor Bozkurt is a leading specialist in haematological malignancies who serves as the Clinical Director at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Trained at Harvard University's Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in paediatric neuro-oncology
• Appointed as Professor at Istinye University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the European Bone Marrow Transplant Group (EBMT)
• Specialises in stem cell therapy and bone marrow transplantation for complex blood cancers
• Published over 40 scientific articles on leukaemia and haematological malignancies

Professor Yesim Yildirim is a leading medical oncologist at the Johns Hopkins-affiliated Anadolu Medical Center, specialising in targeted therapies for lymphoid malignancies.

• Certified by the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) for international specialist standards
• Expert in cancer immunotherapy – uses the body's immune system to attack lymphoma cells
• Practices at Anadolu Medical Center, a facility ranked among the world's best for oncology
• Co-authored textbook chapters on precision medicine and managing advanced cancer care
• Completed clinical training in immuno-oncology at the Mount Vernon Cancer Center in London

Professor Savas Kansoy is a leading specialist in stem cell transplantation who established the first paediatric bone marrow unit in Izmir. He leads the paediatric haematology team at Anadolu Medical Centre, focusing on complex lymphoma cases.

• Specialises in stem cell transplantation for paediatric lymphomas and blood disorders
• Accredited by the European Group for Bone Marrow Transplantation (EBMT)
• Co-chairs the Bone Marrow Transplantation Working Group for the Turkish Society of Paediatric Haematology
• Awarded for his research into stem cell antigens and thrombotic parameters in transplant patients
• Manages the national registry for paediatric bone marrow transplantation data

Dr Toluy Ozgumus is a dual-trained specialist who manages complex blood cancers and bone marrow transplants at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specialises in the diagnosis and staging of various lymphoma subtypes
• Manages bone marrow transplantation for patients with hematological cancers
• Trained at Marmara University – one of Turkey's top research institutions
• Experienced in treating rare histiocytosis and myeloproliferative diseases
• Handled hematological complications for hundreds of patients in high-volume hospitals

Associate Professor Oguzhan Babacan brings 13 years of expertise in bone marrow transplantation to the treatment of paediatric follicular lymphoma at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specialises in allogeneic, autologous, and haploidentical stem cell transplants for blood cancers
• Focuses on managing paediatric lymphoma cases including lymph node enlargement
• Completed sub-specialty training in paediatric haematology and oncology at GATA Ankara
• Performs transplant procedures using partially HLA-compatible donor matches for complex cases
• Expert in treating childhood solid tumours and bone marrow disorders

Professor Deniz Gören brings international expertise to Memorial Şişli Hospital, having completed specialised medical training at Harvard University in the USA.

• Completed the Lymphoma Masterclass with the Turkish Academy of Blood Science
• Member of the European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EBMT)
• Participated in specialised transplant training with the EBMT in Barcelona
• Specialises in haematology and internal medicine for complex blood disorders

Professor Ayhan Gulsan is a dual-trained haematologist who refined his expertise in stem cell transplantation at world-leading American institutions, including Duke University and the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.

• Specialises in managing relapsed and refractory lymphomas using high-dose chemotherapy and stem cell rescue
• Former Head of Haematology at Gazi University, where he founded the Adult Stem Cell Transplant Unit
• Uses PET scan monitoring to assist in predicting outcomes and tailoring therapy for better results
• Active member of the European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EBMT)

Associate Professor Rafet Eren is a subspecialised haematologist at Biruni University Hospital with 50 research publications in local and international journals.

• Awarded the Young Researcher Award by the National Haematology Congress
• Recognised with the Special Jury Paper Award for work in haematologic oncology
• Member of the European Society of Haematology and Turkish Haematology Association
• Subspecialised at Istanbul Training and Research Hospital for blood-based cancers
• Specialises in treating follicular lymphoma and other haematological malignancies

Professor Apak leads the Department of Pediatrics at Istanbul University and brings senior expertise to treating paediatric blood cancers at Biruni University Hospital.

• Specialises in CAR T-cell therapy, a targeted treatment that re-engineers immune cells to fight lymphoma
• Performs bone marrow transplantations for patients with relapsed or complex haematological conditions
• Managed the Paediatric Haematology-Oncology Division at Cerrahpasa for over two decades
• Published 75 international research papers on blood disorders and paediatric oncology outcomes

Professor Leylagül Kaynar leads the Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplant Department at Medipol Mega University Hospital. She gained international expertise as a research scholar at the prestigious Duke University Bone Marrow Transplant Center in the USA.

• Former Head of Hematology at the Bahrain Oncology Center
• Directed a specialised apheresis unit for managing blood-related conditions
• Expertise in bone marrow transplantation for lymphoma patients
• Professor of Hematology with extensive academic leadership in Turkey
• Specialises in internal medicine and complex blood disorders

Professor Serdar Bedii Omay is a dual-qualified haematologist and molecular haematology specialist who leads bone marrow transplantation at Emsey Hospital.

• Earned his PhD and specialist haematology training at Japan’s Mie University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on molecular haematology to target follicular lymphoma at a genetic level
• Published 65 scientific articles on haematological cancers and transplantation outcomes
• Former Professor of Haematology at Ege University and Karadeniz Technical University
• Manages complex cases requiring bone marrow or stem cell transplants

Dr. Birol Baytan is a pediatric hematologist and oncologist at Emsey Hospital in Istanbul. He has performed over 950 bone marrow transplants for children. Dr. Baytan specializes in treating childhood cancers, leukemia, and lymphomas. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital with Turkey’s largest bone marrow transplant unit.

• Specializes in complex procedures like CAR T-cell therapy and haploidentical stem cell transplantation.
• Treats childhood bleeding diseases, vascular occlusion, and various types of anemia.
• Authored over 15 articles in international refereed journals and three medical books.
• Former Assistant Professor in Pediatric Hematology at Uludağ University.

Associate Professor Ali Hakan Kaya is an award-winning haematology specialist at Biruni University Hospital with significant expertise in stem cell transplants.

• Specialises in managing complex blood cancers and follicular lymphoma cases
• Trained at the Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital stem cell unit
• Earned first prize from the Blood and Bone Marrow Transplantation Association
• Member of the Turkish Apheresis Society and Hematologic Oncology Society
• Highly published researcher in haematologic immunology and oncology outcomes

Professor Siret Ratip is a senior haematologist who refined his expertise at University College Hospital in London. He treats complex blood cancers at Acibadem Altunizade.

• Trained at King's College University Hospital in London
• Subspecialises in haematological oncology – treating cancers of the blood and lymph system
• Member of the British Haematology Committee
• Published researcher in blood disorders including thalassemia
• Former academic at Marmara University – training the next generation of haematology specialists