Haploidentical Stem Cell Transplantation Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Mustafa Serkan Alemdar is a clinical oncologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in treating complex solid tumors and blood cancers. Dr. Alemdar completed his medical degree and oncology fellowship at Akdeniz University. He is an active member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology.

• Treats a wide range of cancers including breast, lung, and prostate.
• Expert in hematology-oncology for conditions like leukemia, myeloma, and lymphoma.
• Performs systemic therapies such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted biological therapy.
• Works at a facility that houses specialized oncology-bone marrow units and LINAC technology.

Professor Serdar Bedii Omay leads the intensive bone marrow transplant unit at Emsey Hospital, where he manages one of the largest specialist wards in Turkey.

• Holds a PhD and specialist hematology training from Japan Mie Medical School
• Expert in CAR T-cell therapy for treating resistant blood cancers
• Performs complex haploidentical transplants using half-matched donors
• Published over 65 scientific articles on molecular hematology and transplant outcomes
• Former Head of Hematology at Karadeniz Technical University

Associate Professor Omer Dogru is a highly specialised paediatric hematologist and oncologist at Biruni University Hospital with deep expertise in bone marrow science.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions
• Completed dedicated residency at the Göztepe Hospital Bone Marrow Transplant Unit
• Member of the European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EBMT)
• Serves as an Associate Professor at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in managing complex blood disorders in paediatric patients

Dr. Birol Baytan is a pediatric hematologist and oncologist at Emsey Hospital in Istanbul. He has performed over 950 bone marrow transplants for children. Dr. Baytan specializes in treating childhood cancers, leukemia, and lymphomas. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital with Turkey’s largest bone marrow transplant unit.

• Specializes in complex procedures like CAR T-cell therapy and haploidentical stem cell transplantation.
• Treats childhood bleeding diseases, vascular occlusion, and various types of anemia.
• Authored over 15 articles in international refereed journals and three medical books.
• Former Assistant Professor in Pediatric Hematology at Uludağ University.

Associate Professor Rafet Eren is a decorated haematology specialist at Biruni University Hospital with over 50 scientific publications on blood disorders and transplantation.

• Awarded the Young Researcher Award at the 42nd National Haematology Congress
• Recognised with the Special Jury Paper Award for haematological oncology research
• Member of the European Society of Haematology and Turkish Haematology Association
• Trained at Istanbul University and Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialises in managing complex bone marrow and stem cell transplant cases

Professor Hilmi Apak leads the paediatric hematology and oncology department at Biruni University Hospital, bringing over two decades of senior leadership in bone marrow transplantation.

• Specialises in complex cases involving CAR T-cell therapy and leukemic chemotherapy
• Published 75 papers in international medical journals on blood disorders and oncology
• Former Head of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology at Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa
• Serves as a board member for the Turkish Paediatric Society
• Expert in managing high-risk stem cell transfers for children and adolescents