Best Myeloma Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Professor Zafer Gulbas is a leading hematologist-oncologist who founded the Bone Marrow Transplantation Center at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Performed 900+ procedures, including stem cell transplants for multiple myeloma
• Completed senior training at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in the USA
• Specialises in targeted therapy and chemotherapy for malignant blood diseases
• Expertise in flow cytometry – a high-precision lab technique to track myeloma cells
• International experience at Canada's Princess Margaret Hospital and Israel's Hadassah Medical Center

The doctor is a highly experienced Turkish medical oncologist specializing in sarcoma, lymphoma, pancreatic, lung cancer, and breast cancer. With over 20 years of experience, the doctor focuses on tumor biology, tumor immunology, cancer immunotherapy, and targeted therapies. Since 2019, the doctor has been serving as a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center and previously held leadership roles at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Medicine and GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital. The doctor has authored over 40 publications in cancer research and is a member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association and the European Head and Neck Society.

Professor Sevindik refined his haematology expertise at the Mayo Clinic – one of the world's most prestigious cancer research hospitals. He brings top-tier clinical training to his role at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialises in treating drug-resistant myeloma cases using bispecific antibodies like Elranatamab
• Focuses on managing patients who are refractory to standard chemotherapy regimens
• Experienced in balancing complex therapies for patients with underlying heart conditions
• Published 18 articles in international peer-reviewed journals on haematological disorders
• Active member of the international haematology research community

Professor Bulent Eser is a leading haematology specialist at Medical Park Antalya with deep expertise in managing complex blood disorders.

• Specialises in haematologic oncology focusing on plasma cell cancers and bone marrow disorders
• Member of the European Group for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EBMT)
• Previously served as Professor of Haematology at Erciyes University – a top-tier medical faculty
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Hematology contributing to national treatment protocols
• Focuses on targeted therapies and modern bone marrow transplant techniques

Prof. Dr. Ceyhun Bozkurt is a respected Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist. He is known for his work in childhood blood disorders and cancers. He graduated from Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. He holds specializations in both Pediatrics and Pediatric Oncology. Since 2019, he has been Professor and Clinical Director at Bahçelievler Medical Park Hospital. He also serves as Vice Director of the Stem Cell Transplant Unit.

Dr. Bozkurt has published over 40 peer-reviewed articles. He is recognized for his work in leukemia, bone marrow transplantation, and stem cell therapy. He is a member of organizations such as SIOP and EBMT. His memberships show his dedication to high standards in clinical care and research.

Professor Seckin Cagirgan is a leading haematology specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital with a career dedicated to treating complex blood cancers.

• Performs autologous stem cell transplantation – using the patient’s own healthy cells to replace diseased marrow
• Specialises in targeted therapies that attack myeloma cells while sparing healthy tissue
• Expert in allogeneic stem cell transplantation for aggressive myeloma cases
• Former Professor of Haematology at Ege University – one of Turkey’s premier medical faculties
• Uses apheresis and plasmapheresis to manage blood complications related to myeloma

Professor Yesim Yildirim leads the medical oncology team at Anadolu Medical Centre, a facility consistently ranked among use of top-tier health technology globally.

• Specialises in targeted therapies and immunotherapy – using the immune system to recognize and destroy cancer cells
• Co-authored 'Precision medicine in cancer' focusing on treatments tailored to individual genetic profiles
• Holding a full Professorship at Halic University and multiple fellowships from the European School of Oncology
• Certified by the European Society of Medical Oncology after passing the rigorous ESMO examination

Education

• Ege Faculty of Medicine 1978
• Specialization in Pediatrics 1982
• Subspecialty Pediatric Oncology 2002 (EU Faculty of Medicine)
• Pediatric Hematology and Oncology 2012 (EU Faculty of Medicine)
• Deputy Chief of Clinic 1988 Tepecik EAH
• Clinical Chief 1993 Tepecik EAH
• Associate Professorship 1995
• Professorship  2002
• Ege U. Faculty of Medicine, faculty member 1998 – 2022
• EU Faculty of Medicine Department of Pediatrics 2009-2018
• Member of Tepecik Education Planning and Coordination Board (1993-1998)
• SSI Tepecik Hospital Ethics Committee Chairman (1996-1998)
• Turkish Society of Pediatric Hematology "Bone Marrow Transplantation Working Group Co-Chair" (2002-2006)
• Turkish Society of Pediatric Hematology "Bone Marrow Transplantation Working Group" (2006-2008)
• Turkish Society of Pediatric Hematology - Responsible for Bone Marrow Transplantation "Online" Data Registry System 2007-ongoing.
• Ege University Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Commission Chairman, 2011-2021

Institutional Memberships

• Turkish Medical Association İzmir and Kocaeli Branch
• Turkish National Pediatric Association - İzmir
• European Group for Bone Marrow Transplantation (EBMT); Ege University Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplantation Unit was accredited by the European Group for Bone Marrow Transplantation (EBMT) in June 2007.
• Turkish Society of Pediatric Hematology - Board Member for two terms (2005-2009)
• Turkish Society of Hematology - Board Member for two terms (2001/2005)
• Turkish Pediatric Oncology Association
• Bone Marrow Transplantation Foundation (KITVAK) Member of the Board of Trustees

Units he is the founder of                        

1- SSI Tepecik Hospital Pediatric Oncology Clinic (1990) 
2- SSI Tepecik Hospital Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplantation Unit (1992) 
3- EU Faculty of Medicine Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplantation Unit (1998) 
4- FOUNDER of JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC RESEARCH, 2014; SCI application was made in 2022.  

Transplantation units that he contributed to the establishment of                        

1. İzmir BUÇH EAH Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplantation Unit (2019) 
2. Ümraniye EAH Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplantation Unit (2020) 
3. Kanuni Sultan Süleyman EAH Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplantation Unit (2020) (Transferred to Çam Sakura EAH)

Awards

• Thrombotic parameters in bone marrow stem cell transplant patients, Pediatric Hematology Congress, Trabzon 2003
• CD133 Antigen in Stem Cell: Pediatric Hematology Congress 2005. Research award
• The role of Toll like receptors in febrile neutropenic patients, Best poster award. Turkish Hematology Congress 2008, Çeşme-İzmir
• National pediatric stem cell transplantation activity- Oral presentation second prize, Turkish Hematology Society Stem Cell Transplantation Congress, 2022, Antalya

Publications

Kansoy S. "Bone Marrow and Stem Cell Transplantation Child Health and Diseases, 1st edition, EU Faculty of Medicine Printing House, 1999, İzmir

Kansoy S. Bone marrow transplantation in Thalassemia Major III. Aegean Thalassemia Days Book, 2000, Izmir

Kansoy S. Pediatric KIT Center Standards in Turkey. Childhood Acute Leukemias, Antalya 2000: 73-5

Kansoy S. Late Side Effects in Children. Special issue of Bone Marrow Transplantation Journal of Turkish Clinics. 2003

Kansoy S. Stem Cell Applications in Bone Marrow and Stem Cell Transplantation. Pediatric Oncology Nursing Course Book, İzmir, 2005

Kansoy S. Cord Blood as a Stem Cell Source. Stem Cell Special Issue. Turkey Clinics, 2008

Kansoy S. Stem Cell Transplantation in Lymphomas. General Pediatrics Book, Ed. Prof.Dr.Enver Hasanoglu, 2009

Kansoy S, Aksoylar S. Bone Marrow Transplantation in Children. Pediatrics, 2014 and 2017

Kansoy S. Rhabdomyosarcoma. Pediatrics, 2014 and 2017

Kansoy S. Approach to the child with cancer according to clinical findings. Pediatrics, 2014 and 2017 

11. Çetingül N, S.Kansoy, M.Kantar. Oncological Diseases. Pediatrics (Ed. A. Cura), 641-672, Ege University Print house, İzmir, 1999.  (1.05 points)

Kansoy S, M.Kantar. Head, Face and Eye Examination. Pediatric Prosthetic Physical Examination and Symptom Information (Ed. A.Cura)

Kantar M. Metabolic Emergency Problems in Oncology. Oncologic Emergencies and Supportive Care in Childhood (Ed. N. Çetingül, S. Kansoy), 15-24, Meta Basım, İzmir, 2003. 

Cord Blood Transplants in Turkey. HEMATOLOGIST, 2016

Kansoy S. Central Nervous System Tumors in Children Pediatrics, 2014 and 2017

Acute myeloblastic leukemia in children and its treatment. Pediatric Oncology Textbook, Poplack's Turkish, 2020

National pediatric stem cell transplant activity, 2020

Childhood stem cell transplantation indications, Turkey Clinics - International book 2020

In addition to the studies and papers in international journals published in large numbers, he is involved in international multicenter studies in some journals with high impact value.

Professor Sebnem Izmir Guner is a senior haematologist who built and led three separate adult bone marrow transplant centres in major hospitals.

• Specialises in multiple myeloma and complex plasma cell disorders
• Performs therapeutic apheresis to filter and treat blood components
• Published over 35 research papers in national and international medical journals
• Former Head of Haematology at several leading Turkish medical institutions
• Awarded multiple honours for her contributions to clinical haematology and research

Dr Toluy Ozgumus is a specialist hematologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with significant depth in managing rare blood cancers. He oversees the entire treatment pathway for myeloma cases, including complex bone marrow transplants.

• Specialises in bone marrow transplantation for patients with plasma cell disorders
• Expertise in differentiating myeloproliferative diseases from other blood cell elevations
• Managed over 900 hematological treatments and diagnostic procedures
• Subspecialty training completed at the Marmara University Hematology Department

Professor Deniz Gören brings world-class expertise to myeloma care, having refined her medical training at Harvard University Faculty of Medicine.

• Specialises in blood and marrow transplantation for complex haematological conditions
• Completed international transplant training with the European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation
• Member of the Turkish Academy of Blood Science specialising in lymphatic system disorders
• Expert in internal medicine and haematology at Memorial Şişli Hospital

The doctor graduated from Ankara University Medical School and completed residency training in internal medicine at Ankara GATA Medical School. Specializing in medical oncology and hematology, the doctor completed a clinical fellowship in the USA. A pioneer in Turkey, the doctor was part of the team that performed the first bone marrow transplantation in the country. The doctor has served as a visiting lecturer at prestigious institutions in London and Switzerland. Holding the European Medical Oncology Certificate, the doctor is a founding member of both The Turkish Society of Medical Oncology and the Turkish Oncology Group. The clinical focus includes breast, gastrointestinal, lung cancers, lymphomas, and myeloma.

Associate Professor Rafet Eren is a leading specialist in blood disorders at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, with deep expertise in managing complex myeloma cases.

• Specialises in multiple myeloma and plasma cell disorders
• Highly academic background with a PhD in clinical haematology
• Former head of haematology units at several major university teaching hospitals
• Researches improved diagnostic methods including bone marrow biopsy utility
• Manages supportive care for myeloma-related issues like anaemia and thrombocytopenia

Professor Ayhan Gulsan is a leading haematology specialist who founded and managed the Adult Stem Cell Transplant Unit at Gazi University. He completed elite fellowships at Duke University and the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in the USA.

• Specialises in autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplantation for myeloma patients
• Expert in post-transplant consolidation therapy using bortezomib to manage bone disease
• Researched monitoring free light chains to predict outcomes after stem cell transplants
• Former Head of Haematology at Gazi University, training the next generation of specialists
• Member of the European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EBMT)

Professor Leylagül Kaynar leads the Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplant Department at Medipol Mega University Hospital. She brings global expertise from her time as a research scholar at the Duke University Bone Marrow Transplant Center in the USA.

• Specialises in bone marrow transplants (BMT) to treat myeloma and other blood disorders
• Former Director of an Apheresis Unit – uses specialised equipment to collect healthy stem cells
• Served as Head of Hematology at the Bahrain Oncology Center
• Qualified Professor with multiple leadership roles at Erciyes University medical faculty

Professor Hasan Atilla Ozkan is the current President of the Turkish Therapeutic Apheresis Association and a highly decorated specialist in blood-related cancers.

• Performs autologous and allograft stem cell transplants – using bone marrow to reboot the immune system
• Holds EBMT certification for bone marrow transplantation – recognized by Europe's leading transplant authority
• Specialises in geriatric haematology – catering specifically to the needs of older patients with myeloma
• Expert in therapeutic apheresis – a process that filters blood to remove harmful proteins

Professor Mustafa Serkan Alemdar specialises in medical oncology with a deep focus on chemo-immunotherapy protocols at Medical Park Antalya.

• Trained at Akdeniz University – a leading Turkish centre for internal medicine and oncology
• Manages bone marrow cancers including myeloma through targeted drug therapies
• Expertise in systemic cancer treatments that use the immune system to fight tumours
• Clinical background includes senior roles at major research and training hospitals

Professor Serdar Bedii Omay is a highly regarded haematologist who holds a PhD in molecular haematology from the Mie University Graduate School of Medicine in Japan.

• Specialises in bone marrow transplantation and molecular haematology at Emsey Hospital
• Published over 65 scientific articles focused on blood cancers and transplant outcomes
• Held senior professorships at Ege University and Karadeniz Technical University
• Completed military medical service at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Presented at more than 110 international medical meetings on haematological care

Associate Professor Rafet Eren is a highly decorated specialist who focuses on complex haematological malignancies at Biruni University Hospital.

• Recognised with the Young Researcher Award by the National Haematology Congress
• Previously served at Basaksehir Cam and Sakura City Hospital
• Holds a PhD in haematology from the Istanbul Training and Research Hospital
• Maintains active membership in the European Society of Haematology
• Published 50 research papers in respected medical journals