Best Chemotherapy Doctors in Turkey 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

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.

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)

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

Dr. Onder Surgit is a professor of general surgery at Optimed International Hospital. He is a surgical instructor at the Advanced Medical Technologies Training Center (ITEM). Dr. Surgit treats cancer, obesity, and complex gastrointestinal conditions. He applies laparoscopic techniques for weight loss and tumor removal.

• Specializes in bariatric surgery including gastric sleeve, bypass, and balloon procedures.
• Performs oncological surgeries for breast, lung, stomach, and colon cancer.
• Served as a faculty member at Turgut Ozal and Atilim Universities.
• Works at AACI-accredited Optimed International Hospital in Tekirdag, Turkey.

Professor Bulent Eser is a senior specialist in haematology and medical oncology at Medical Park Antalya. He has spent over three decades treating complex blood disorders and cancers.

• Member of the European Group for Blood and Marrow Transplantation
• Former Professor of Internal Medicine and Haematology at Erciyes University
• Member of the Turkish Society of Hematology
• Expert in managing chemotherapy for leukaemia, lymphoma, and myeloma patients
• Affiliated with the Hematologic Oncology Association

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. Emine Yildirim is an associate professor of general surgery at Atlas University Hospital, Istanbul. She specializes in surgical oncology with a focus on breast cancer treatment and reconstruction. Dr. Yildirim has published over 15 scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals like Academic Radiology. She holds multiple international certificates in breast cancer surgery and nipple-sparing techniques.

• Performs breast-conserving surgery, free flap reconstruction, and implant-based breast augmentation.
• Treats complex oncological conditions including thyroid, bladder, and colorectal cancers.
• Completed medical residency at Istanbul Haseki Health Application and Research Center.
• Works at AACI-accredited Atlas University Hospital, which treats 565,000 patients annually.

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

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)

Associate Professor Tugba Akin Telli is a highly credentialed oncologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with advanced clinical research fellowships from the prestigious Institut Jules Bordet in Belgium.

• Holds European board certification from the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Completed specialized observership training at MD Anderson Cancer Center in the USA
• Recognised as an Associate Professor of Medical Oncology for her academic and clinical leadership
• Board certified by the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology
• Focuses on evidence-based chemotherapy protocols derived from international research

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

Associate Professor Oguzhan Babacan specialises in childhood cancer care with 13 years of specialised work in the Bone Marrow Transplantation Unit.

• Manages chemotherapy for complex cases including leukaemia, lymphoma, and various solid tumours
• Performs allogeneic, autologous, and haploidentical hematopoietic stem cell transplants
• Expert in treating paediatric blood disorders and managing frequent infections in young patients
• Trained at the GATA Military Medical Faculty – a premier medical institution in Turkey
• Focuses on healthy development alongside intensive cancer treatments and vaccinations

Professor Savas Kansoy is a leading authority in paediatric oncology who established some of Turkey's first bone marrow transplant units for children.

• Specialises in chemotherapy and stem cell transplants for paediatric leukemias and lymphomas
• Chaired the Turkish Society of Paediatric Hematology Bone Marrow Transplantation Working Group
• Oversees the national online data registry for paediatric bone marrow transplants
• Member of the European Group for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EBMT)

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.