Lymphoma chemotherapy Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Associate Professor Atakan Topcu is a leading medical oncologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, known for his research into nutrition and patient outcomes during intensive cancer treatments.

• Specialises in immunotherapy and targeted therapies that attack cancer cells with precision
• Serves on the editorial board of BMC Cancer, a major international medical journal
• Extensive academic background with over 50 scientific articles published in peer-reviewed journals
• Completed a clinical observership at the University of Leicester in the United Kingdom
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)

Associate Professor Rafet Eren is an award-winning haematology specialist at Biruni University Hospital with over 50 published research papers in international journals.

• Recognised with the Young Researcher Award by the National Haematology Congress
• Earned a PhD from the Istanbul Training and Research Hospital haematology clinic
• Member of the European Society of Haematology and Turkish Haematology Association
• Previously served as a senior faculty member at Istinye University and Liv Hospital
• Appointed Associate Professor in 2019 following extensive clinical training

Professor Apak served as the Head of Paediatric Hematology-Oncology at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa for over two decades, leading one of Turkey's most prestigious medical departments.

• Specialises in chemotherapy protocols for paediatric lymphoma and leukaemia
• Performed pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation and CAR T-cell therapy
• Authored 75 international medical publications on childhood blood cancers
• Current lead specialist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul
• Former Board Member of the Turkish Paediatric Society

Professor Birol Baytan has performed 950 bone marrow transplants for children at Emsey Hospital – one of Turkey's largest specialised paediatric transplant units.

• Specialises in treating Hodgkin and Non-Hodgkin lymphomas in children
• Uses CAR T-cell therapy and immunotherapy for specific oncology cases
• Performs haploidentical stem cell transplants for patients without full matches
• Authored three books and published 15 articles in international medical journals
• Member of Turkey's largest paediatric bone marrow transplant facility containing 45 beds

Associate Professor Ali Hakan Kaya is an award-winning haematology specialist at Biruni University Hospital with multiple honours from the Blood and Bone Marrow Transplant Association.

• Completed subspecialist training at the high-volume Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on stem cell transplantation and haematologic immunology
• Member of the Turkish Apheresis Society and Hematologic Oncology Society
• Earned first prize from the Blood and Bone Marrow Transplantation Association for research
• Published clinical research in the fields of haematologic oncology and immunology

Professor Yontem Yaman treats young patients at Medipol Mega University Hospital, one of Turkey's largest and most specialised private medical centres.

• Holds the title of Professor – an academic rank reserved for specialists who train other doctors in the field
• Subspecialises in paediatric cases involving the blood and lymphatic system
• Operates within a major university hospital setting with access to multidisciplinary teams

The doctor is a highly experienced specialist in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery with an extensive clinical background spanning over two decades. The professional journey includes significant tenures at prominent training and research hospitals, specifically focusing on complex cardiovascular and thoracic surgical procedures.

The doctor completed medical education at the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, followed by specialized training at the Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital and the M. Akif Ersoy Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital, gaining deep expertise in surgical interventions and patient care within these specialized fields.

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.

Prof. Dr. Gül Alço is a radiation oncologist with about 27 years of experience. She treats breast, lung, prostate, gastrointestinal, gynecologic, central nervous system, head and neck, soft tissue, and bone cancers with radiotherapy.

Her expertise includes adaptive radiotherapy and radiosurgery. She uses advanced radiation techniques to provide personalized, evidence-based care in a multidisciplinary, patient-centered setting.

Prof. Dr. Abdullah Sakin is a professor of medical oncology. He treats solid tumors, including lung, breast, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, gynecologic, head and neck cancers, and melanoma.

He delivers personalized, evidence-based care. His treatments include chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, hormone therapy, and precision oncology. He has authored more than 200 scientific publications and takes part in international clinical research. This work advances patient-centered cancer care.

Professor Metin Demirkaya leads the Paediatric Oncology Department at Medicana Bursa Hospital, specialising in complex blood cancers and solid tumours in children.

• Completed advanced residency in paediatric oncology at Bursa Uludag University School of Medicine
• Expertise in bone marrow transplantation from his time at the GATA specialised centre
• Former Associate Professor at Bursa Uludag University training the next generation of oncologists
• Focuses on paediatric haematology-oncology and childhood lymphoma cases