Lymphoma chemotherapy Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Associate Professor Omer Dogru is a dual-specialised specialist in paediatric haematology and oncology who previously helped lead the Bone Marrow Transplant Unit at Medical Park Goztepe.

• Completed a minor fellowship in paediatric haematology at Istanbul University's prestigious Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise includes complex paediatric blood disorders and solid tumours in children
• Member of the European Bone Marrow Transplantation (EBMT) society
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Hematology and the Turkish Pediatric Hematology Association
• Practices at Biruni University Hospital – a leading academic medical centre

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

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

Dr. Serdar Bedii Omay is a hematologist-oncologist at Emsey Hospital in Istanbul. He has published over 60 scientific articles on hematology and bone marrow transplantation. Dr. Omay earned a PhD from Mie Medical School in Japan. He treats adult and pediatric patients with complex blood disorders.

• Performs allogeneic and haploidentical stem cell transplantations.
• Treats leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, and aplastic anemia.
• Provides CAR T-cell therapy and immunotherapy for hematological cancers.
• Works at a center with one of Turkey's largest BMT units.

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

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 Girish Badarkhe is a specialized clinical haematologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre with extensive training from India's prestigious medical colleges.

• Holds a Doctorate of Medicine (DM) in Clinical Haematology from Medical College Calcutta
• Dual-qualified with an MD in Pathology for deep insight into blood disorders
• Specialises in managing complex lymphoma cases requiring intensive chemotherapy protocols
• Active specialist at one of the region's largest dedicated cancer hospitals
• Recognised with professional awards for his work in clinical haematology