Wilms tumor (Nephroblastoma) Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Apak led the Paediatric Hematology-Oncology division at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa for over two decades, managing complex childhood kidney cancer cases.

• Specialises in chemotherapy protocols and bone marrow transplantation for paediatric solid tumours
• Former Head of Department at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's premier medical faculties
• Authored 75 international research papers on childhood blood disorders and oncology
• Served as Associate Editor for the Turkish Archives of Pediatrics medical journal
• Board member of the Turkish Pediatric Society and Adolescent Association

Professor Sema Yilmaz is a highly qualified paediatric haematologist and oncologist who refined her expertise at prestigious American institutions including Harvard University and MD Anderson Cancer Center.

• Specialises in cell therapies and cancer immunology for complex childhood tumours
• Completed specialist training in paediatric oncology at Cukurova University
• Research focus includes genetic pathways responsible for cancer spread and metastasis
• Member of the Turkish Paediatric Oncology Group and European Association for Cancer Research
• Experienced in managing solid tumours in children at Private Koru Ankara Hospital

Professor Metin Demirkaya is a leading specialist in paediatric oncology who treats children with complex kidney tumours at Medicana Bursa Hospital.

• Specialises in nephroblastoma management using drug-based protocols and targeted care
• Clinical background includes intensive training at the GATA Bone Marrow Transplantation Centre
• Served as Associate Professor at Bursa Uludag University School of Medicine
• Expertise covers both paediatric haematology and solid tumour oncology
• Focuses on multidisciplined treatment pathways for infants and young children

Dr Shruti Kate trained in paediatric tumours at the Tata Memorial Hospital, one of the most prominent cancer research centres in South Asia.

• Specialises in managing solid tumours and childhood cancers like Wilms tumour
• Expertise in metronomic therapy – uses low-dose, frequent medication to block tumour growth
• Focuses on immunotherapy for patients with advanced-stage tumours
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Recognised with a travel award for research presented at the World Conference on Lung Cancer

Dr Gaurav Kharya is a specialist in paediatric haematology and oncology who leads the blood and marrow transplant team at Artemis Hospitals.

• Focuses on managing paediatric solid tumours including kidney-related Wilms tumour cases
• Senior Consultant with extensive training in diagnosing and treating rare childhood cancers
• Specialises in bone marrow transplants for children requiring intensive oncology support
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to manage complex paediatric cases after surgery or chemotherapy