Lymphoma Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Professor Hasan Atilla Ozkan is the current President of the Turkish Therapeutic Apheresis Association and a leading expert in blood-based lymphoma treatments.

• Specialises in stem cell transplantation, holding certifications for both autologous and allogeneic procedures
• Uses flow cytometry for precise diagnosis and monitoring of blood-borne cancers
• Expert in therapeutic apheresis, a specialised process that filters blood to remove or collect specific cells
• Serves as a Professor at Yeditepe University, training the next generation of haematology specialists
• Member of the European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EBMT)

Professor Apak led the Paediatric Haematology-Oncology Division at Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa for over two decades, specialising in complex blood cancers in children.

• Treats paediatric lymphoma using targeted chemotherapy and CAR T-cell therapy
• Expert in bone marrow transplantation for high-risk or relapsed cases
• Served as Head of the Department of Paediatrics at Istanbul University
• Published 75 international research papers on childhood blood disorders
• Former board member of the Turkish Paediatric Society

Professor Leylagül Kaynar leads the haematology and stem cell unit at Medipol Mega University Hospital, bringing specialist expertise from the Duke University Bone Marrow Transplant Center.

• Head of Hematology and BMT Department at a major university hospital
• Completed research at Duke University, a leading US transplant centre
• Expert in apheresis, a process used to collect healthy blood stem cells
• Former Head of Hematology at the Bahrain Oncology Center
• Specialises in managing blood-based cancers and stem cell transplants

Associate Professor Rafet Eren is a distinguished hematology subspecialist who has received the Young Researcher Award from the National Hematology Congress.

• Specialises in treating blood cancers including Hodgkin and Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
• Holds a PhD in hematology focusing on complex blood disorders
• Maintains active membership with the European Society of Hematology
• Published 50 research papers in international medical journals
• Awarded the Special Jury Paper Award for work in hematologic oncology

Professor Baytan is a leading specialist in paediatric haematology at Emsey Hospital, focusing on blood cancer treatments for children. He holds professorship status at Uludag University – one of the region's largest medical teaching institutions.

• Specialises in managing childhood lymphoma and leukaemia cases
• Treats complex blood disorders including vascular occlusion and bleeding diseases
• Published 15 research articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Authored three medical books on paediatric blood conditions
• Expert in managing iron and vitamin deficiency treatments for younger patients

Professor Omay is a dual-qualified hematology specialist and PhD who leads the Bone Marrow Transplantation Unit at Emsey Hospital.

• Trained in molecular hematology at Japan Mie Medical School
• Specialises in managing lymphoma through bone marrow and stem cell transplants
• Published 65 scientific articles on hematology and transplant outcomes
• Former Professor of Hematology at Ege University and Karadeniz Technical University
• Expertise includes complex blood disorders requiring molecular-level diagnosis

Dr. Kadri Yamac is an internist and hematologist. He earned his medical degree from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine (1976–1982). He completed Internal Medicine training at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine (1984–1989). He then completed a Hematology subspecialty at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine (1990–1993). He became an Associate Professor at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine in 1995. He was promoted to Professor in 2002.

Medical interests: anemias, coagulation disorders, hemochromatosis, chronic lymphocytic leukemia, lymph node diseases, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, Hodgkin lymphoma.

Dr. Gulyuz Ozturk is a pediatric hematologist and oncologist at Acibadem Altunizade Clinic in Istanbul. She ranks among the top five pediatric oncohematologists in Turkey. Dr. Ozturk treats childhood blood cancers and bone marrow disorders.

• Performs chemotherapy for leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma.
• Treats hematologic conditions including aplastic anemia and thrombocytopenia.
• Practices at the JCI-accredited Acibadem Altunizade Clinic.
• Member of the Turkish Pediatric Oncology Group Association.

Professor Siret Ratip brings elite London-trained expertise to Acibadem Altunizade Clinic, having worked at the prestigious University College Hospital.

• Specialises in hemato-oncology focusing on malignant blood disorders and lymphoma cases
• Member of the British Hematology Committee and the Hematology Federation of Turkey
• Trained at King's College University Hospital in London
• Active researcher investigating new protocols for blood-related conditions
• Expert in complex internal medicine with a doctorate from Marmara University

Associate Professor Ali Hakan Kaya is an award-winning haematology specialist at Biruni University Hospital with elite training in stem cell transplantation.

• Trained at Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital in haematology and stem cell transplant
• Winner of first prize from the Blood and Bone Marrow Transplantation Association
• Former Associate Professor at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Apheresis Society and the Haematologic Oncology Society
• Recognised with multiple awards for research from the Haematologic Immunology Association