Best Chemotherapy Doctors in Istanbul for Australians

Professor Bulent Karagoz has authored over 40 scientific publications focused on immunotherapy and tumour biology at the Anadolu Medical Center.

• Specialises in complex treatments for sarcoma, lymphoma, and stage 4 lung and colon cancers
• Combines traditional chemotherapy with targeted therapies and advanced cancer immunotherapy
• Former Head of Medical Oncology at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital for seven years
• Member of the European Head and Neck Society and Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Expertise includes rare malignancies like Ewing's sarcoma and neuroendocrine tumours

Dr. Zafer Gulbas founded and directs Turkey’s largest Bone Marrow Transplant Center at Anadolu Medical Center. He is a hematologist-oncologist specializing in complex blood cancers and clotting disorders. Dr. Gulbas trained at top global institutions, including MD Anderson and Fred Hutchinson in the USA. He performs autologous and allogeneic transplants for leukemia, lymphoma, and aplastic anemia.

• Achieved an 81% success rate for autologous bone marrow transplants.
• Supervised over 3,000 successful transplant procedures since 2010.
• Authored over 260 scientific publications with 5,000+ citations in hematology.
• Member of the European Hematology Association and American Hematology Association.

Professor Betul Tavil has successfully treated over 500 children with leukemia at Memorial Sisli Hospital and is a recognised expert in bone marrow transplantation.

• Performed more than 100 hematopoietic stem cell transplants for children
• Received an award from the Turkish Hematology Society for success in treating paediatric blood cancers
• Specialises in rare genetic blood disorders and immunodeficiencies requiring complex care
• Former Professor at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Published 147 scientific papers with over 1,700 citations on paediatric haematology

Professor Eda Tanrikulu is a top-tier oncologist who ranked 3rd nationwide in Turkey's highly competitive medical specialty examination. She leads chemotherapy protocols at Anadolu Medical Center, focusing on individualised genetic profiling for every patient.

• Completed advanced clinical preceptorships at Oxford University and The Christie in Manchester
• Former Head of Medical Oncology at Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Expert in matching targeted therapies to the unique genetic profile of tumours
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

Dr. Kemal Rasa is a general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He is an editorial board member of the British Journal of Surgery. Dr. Rasa focuses on breast, pancreatic, and thyroid cancer surgeries. He also manages surgical infections and glucose metabolism disorders. His clinic partners with Johns Hopkins Medicine for American treatment standards.

• Former President of the Surgical Infection Society – Europe.
• Secretary of the World Surgical Infection Society board of directors.
• Authored over 65 national and international medical publications.
• Performs thyroidectomy, pancreatic enucleation, and breast cancer surgery.

Dr. Mehmet Taner Ozdemir is an orthopedist and bone tumor specialist at Anadolu Medical Center. He completed training at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. This facility is a top-ranked center for orthopedics in the United States. Dr. Ozdemir focuses on orthopedic oncology and complex trauma surgery.

• Member of the European Musculoskeletal Tumor Society.
• Treats bone and soft tissue tumors, including sarcoma and chondrosarcoma.
• Performs joint replacements, arthroscopic surgeries, and stem cell therapy.
• Authored over 15 international and national medical publications.

Professor Omur Gokmen Sevindik is a senior haematology specialist who completed a prestigious fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in the United States.

• Specialises in haematological oncology and complex blood disorders
• Professor at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital leading the haematology team
• Published 18 articles in international peer-reviewed journals on blood treatments
• Contributed to over 25 international scientific books and conference abstracts
• Trained at Dokuz Eylul University in internal medicine and haematology

Professor Bozkurt is a leading specialist in paediatric chemotherapy and stem cell therapy, currently serving as the Clinical Director at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Completed advanced training at Harvard University's Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
• Spent time as an observer at the Cincinnati Children's Hospital in the USA
• Specialises in treating childhood cancers including neuroblastoma and leukaemia
• Member of the International Pediatric Oncology Group (SIOP)
• Published over 40 scientific articles on paediatric haematology and bone marrow transplants

Professor Sezer Sağlam is a senior medical oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, where he leads advanced chemotherapy protocols for complex cancer cases.

• Specialised in gastrointestinal oncology at the Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Holds membership with the European Neuroendocrine Tumour Society (ENETS)
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Board-certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Trained in internal medicine and haemodialysis at Istanbul University

Dr. Mehmet Salih Iyikesici is a medical oncologist. His work focuses on metabolically supported chemotherapy (MSCT), ketogenic diet–supported cancer care, hyperthermia, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and insulin potentiation therapy. He emphasizes care for breast, pancreatic, and gastric cancers.

He is a Medical Oncology Specialist at Neolife Medical Center (2026–present). He previously served at Private Bahçelievler Medical Park (2013–2026), Medicana Beylikdüzü (2010–2013), Silivri Anadolu (2009–2010), Diyarbakır Training and Research (2008–2009), and Bursa Çekirge State (2006–2008). Earlier, he worked as an Internal Medicine Specialist (1997–2003). He was an Assistant Professor at Altınbaş University (2014–2026).

Training: Medical Oncology subspecialty, Marmara University (2003–2006). Internal Medicine, Istanbul Haydarpaşa Numune (1992–1996). Medicine, Uludağ University (1985–1990). Member, Medical Oncology Association (since 2004). His recent research (2019–2020) covers gastric, breast, pancreatic, and lung cancers. Topics include long‑term survival in metastatic pancreatic cancer and feasibility in metastatic non‑small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

Professor Sinan Karaaslan leads complex medical oncology cases at Anadolu Medical Center, an institution affiliated with the prestigious Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Specialises in immunotherapy and targeted therapy for stage 4 lung and colon cancers
• Managed oncology care for the Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Treats rare bone and soft tissue malignancies like Ewing sarcoma
• Focuses on hormone therapy protocols for urogenital and prostate cancers
• Active member of the Turkish Lung Cancer Society

Professor Serkan Keskin ranked first in Turkey's 2012 Medical Oncology Proficiency Exam and has performed over 900 oncological procedures.

• Specialises in precise chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy protocols
• Uses molecular techniques like immunohistochemistry to tailor individual treatment plans
• Founded and leads the Oncology Centre at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul
• Published 42 articles in international journals regarding complex cancer outcomes
• Holds memberships with the American Society of Clinical Oncology and ESMO

Dr. Mustafa Solak is a clinical oncologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He completed a fellowship at the prestigious Hacettepe University Cancer Institute. Dr. Solak previously practiced at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. He treats a variety of complex cancers, including lung, breast, and gastrointestinal malignancies.

• Specializes in the treatment of testicular, ovarian, and head and neck cancers.
• Performs oncology procedures including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy.
• Trained at Hacettepe University and Istanbul Sisli Etfal Training Hospital.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility that treats over 500,000 patients annually.

Dr. Mehmet Akif Ozturk is a medical oncology specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He currently serves as a faculty member at Üsküdar University. Dr. Ozturk previously held a faculty position at Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high organ transplant success rates.

• Specializes in clinical oncology for local and international patients.
• Practices at Memorial Şişli, the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation.
• Serves as a medical oncology specialist in Istanbul since 2018.
• Held specialist roles at several major Turkish medical centers throughout his career.

Professor Suleyman Alici is a senior medical oncologist who has performed over 1,100 cancer treatments at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specialises in medical oncology and complex chemotherapy protocols
• Provides personally reviewed, individualised treatment programmes for each patient
• Expertise includes chemotherapy management for breast cancer cases
• Senior professor holding the highest academic medical rank in Turkey

Professor Yesim Yildirim is an ESMO-certified medical oncologist who has performed over 900 procedures at the Johns Hopkins-affiliated Anadolu Medical Center.

• Specialises in immunotherapy and targeted therapies for gastrointestinal and breast cancers
• Completed advanced training in immuno-oncology at Mount Vernon Cancer Center in the UK
• Founded the Turkish Gastrointestinal Oncology Network to improve treatment protocols
• Holds a Professor title and has published over 80 scientific works on cancer care
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Heves Sürmeli is a specialist in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. She received her medical degree (M.D.) from Eskişehir Osmangazi University in 2004. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul (2005–2010). She then completed subspecialty training in Medical Oncology at the same hospital (2014–2017).

At the same center, she served as a Medical Oncology Specialist (2017–2023). She then worked as Administrative and Clinical Director (2023–2026). Her clinical interests include breast, lung, gynecologic, gastrointestinal, and urologic cancers.

She has published many articles in international peer‑reviewed journals. She has presented at national and international conferences. She is active in professional societies. She has received several awards.

Professor Sebnem Izmir Guner is a highly respected haematologist who has established multiple adult bone marrow transplantation centres and therapeutic apheresis units throughout her career.

• Specialises in chemo-immunotherapy for blood cancers including leukaemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma
• Former head of the Haematology Clinic at Istanbul Education and Research Hospital
• Published over 19 scientific articles in international peer-reviewed journals on blood disorders
• Recognised as a leading educator of research assistant doctors in advanced haematology protocols
• Active member of national haematology associations and recipient of multiple academic awards

Dr. Mustafa Ozdogan is a professor and medical oncology specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. He is the current President of the Antalya Breast Cancer Association. Dr. Ozdogan previously led oncology departments at Memorial Antalya and Medstar Antalya hospitals. He focuses on a multidisciplinary approach to complex cancer care.

• Sits on the board of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology.
• Maintains active membership in ESMO and ASCO.
• Co-chairs the national working group for head and neck cancers.
• Works at Memorial Göztepe, which features MR Linac and robotic surgery systems.