Pediatric Oncology Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Professor Sema Anak focuses on children's cancer care at Medipol Mega University Hospital – one of Turkey's largest private medical research centres.

• Specialises in pediatric hematology and oncology
• Manages complex blood disorders and solid tumours in children
• Uses latest treatment protocols for childhood cancers
• Works within a dedicated university hospital setting

Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

Dr Gaurav Kharya is a specialist in paediatric haematology and oncology at Artemis Hospitals. He is one of the few experts focusing on bone marrow transplants for children with aggressive solid tumours.

• Specialises in bone marrow transplantation as a key therapy for childhood cancers
• Manages complex cases of neuroblastoma and Wilms tumour
• Treats rhabdomyosarcoma and Ewing sarcoma in children and adolescents
• Provides paediatric haematology care at Artemis Hospitals

Professor Ozek specializes in endoscopic skull base surgery and complex brain tumour removal at Acibadem Altunizade Clinic. He completed prestigious fellowships at Yale University and the University of Florida.

• Treats paediatric brain tumours and skull base conditions using minimally invasive endoscopic techniques
• Member of the Turkish Neuro-Oncology Association and the American Association of Neurological Surgeons
• Published 47 scientific articles focused on neurosurgical techniques and brain anatomy
• Recipient of the Prof Dr Hamit Ziya Gokalp Young Neurosurgical Incentive Award

Dr. Metin Demirkaya is a Professor of Pediatric Oncology at Medicana Bursa Hospital. He specializes in treating childhood cancers, including neuroblastoma, Ewing's sarcoma, and leukemia. Dr. Demirkaya previously practiced at the GATA Pediatric Hematology-Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplantation Centre. He holds a subspecialty in pediatric oncology from Bursa Uludag University.

• Performs bone marrow biopsies and complex chemotherapy for pediatric sarcomas.
• Expertise includes the installation of subcutaneous PORT-A-CATH systems for treatment delivery.
• Treats childhood solid tumors such as Wilms tumor and rhabdomyosarcoma.
• Works at Medicana Bursa, a regional reference center for specialized cancer care.

Dr Shruti Kate was a consultant at Tata Memorial Hospital, India's premier cancer centre, where she specialised in treating pediatric solid tumours and blood cancers.

• Focuses on pediatric neuroblastoma, Wilms tumour, and Ewing's sarcoma
• Uses immunotherapy – treatments that boost the immune system to fight cancer
• Expert in metronomic therapy, which uses low-dose drugs to minimize side effects
• Presented research at the World Conference on Lung Cancer in Canada
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

Dr. Girish Badarkhe is a hematology-oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nashik. He specializes in leukemia, multiple myeloma, and bone marrow transplants. Dr. Badarkhe treats both adults and children with complex blood disorders. He holds a DM in Clinical Hematology from Medical College, Calcutta.

• Performs allogenic and haploidentical bone marrow transplant procedures.
• Treats blood cancers including lymphoma and acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
• Completed medical training at Grant Medical College and Sir JJ Hospital.
• Works at Maharashtra's first NABH-accredited cancer hospital.

Professor Sema Yilmaz is a distinguished specialist in paediatric hematology and oncology who conducted high-level research at Harvard University and MD Anderson Cancer Center.

• Specialises in cell therapies and immunology for childhood cancers
• Expertise in managing neuroblastoma, retinoblastoma, and various sarcomas
• Focuses on genetic pathways to better understand and treat cancer metastasis
• Member of the European Association for Cancer Research (EACR)
• Experienced in advanced techniques including BAL transplantation