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Best CAR T-therapy hematologist-oncologists in Turkey: TOP 13 doctors

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Bulent Eser
Bulent Eser
Hematologist
35 years of experience
3.0
1 review
Turkey, Antalya
Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Bulent Eser

Hematologist
35 years of experience

Experience

  • 1990 - 1994 – General Practitioner
  • 1994 - 2001 – Research Assistant, Erciyes University, Faculty of Medicine
  • 2001 - 2006 – Assistant Professor, Internal Medicine/Hematology, Erciyes University, Faculty of Medicine
  • 2006 - 2011 – Associate Professor, Internal Medicine/Hematology, Erciyes University, Faculty of Medicine
  • 2011 - 2019 – Professor, Internal Medicine/Hematology, Erciyes University, Faculty of Medicine

Professional Memberships

  • Turkish Society of Hematology
  • European Group for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (E)
  • Hematologic Oncology Association
  • Antalya Medical Chamber
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Hilmi Apak
Hilmi Apak
Pediatric hematologist/oncologist
25 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Biruni University Hospital

Hilmi Apak

Pediatric hematologist/oncologist
25 years of experience

Dr. Hilmi Apak is a respected pediatric hematology-oncology specialist with more than 21 years of experience. He is trained in pediatric oncology. Dr. Apak has led advanced treatments, including , leukemia chemotherapy, and CAR T-therapy.

He has published 75 international medical articles, showing his strong contribution to pediatric oncology research. Dr. Apak has worked as assistant editor for the Turkish Pediatrics Archives Periodical. He has also held important academic and leadership positions, such as Head of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa.

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Ceyhun Bozkurt
Ceyhun Bozkurt
Pediatric hematologist/oncologist
35 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital

Ceyhun Bozkurt

Pediatric hematologist/oncologist
35 years of experience

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 Cell Transplant Unit.

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

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Mustafa Serkan Alemdar
Mustafa Serkan Alemdar
Clinical oncologist
19 years of experience
3.0
1 review
Turkey, Antalya
Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Mustafa Serkan Alemdar

Clinical oncologist
19 years of experience

Education and Specialization

  • 2006: Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine
  • 2014: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Internal Medicine
  • 2018: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Oncology

Experience

  • 2006 - 2008: Konya Derebucak District Hospital
  • 2009 - 2015: Akdeniz University Hospital
  • 2015: Antalya Kaş State Hospital
  • 2015 - 2016: İnönü University Faculty of Medicine
  • 2016 - 2021: Akdeniz University Hospital
  • 2021 - 2023: Antalya Training and Research Hospital
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Ali Hakan Kaya
Ali Hakan Kaya
Hematologist
19 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Biruni University Hospital

Ali Hakan Kaya

Hematologist
19 years of experience

Education

  • Faculty of Medicine - Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine 1999-2005
  • Internal Medicine Residency - Istanbul Haseki Training and Research Hospital 2006-2010
  • Hematology Subspecialist Dr. Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital - Hematology and Cell Transplant Clinic 2013-2017
  • Associate ProfessorIstanbul Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital 2019
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Experience

  • Assistant Doctor Istanbul Haseki Training and Research Hospital - Internal Medicine Clinic 2006-2010
  • Internal Medicine Specialist Istanbul Esenyurt State Hospital 2010-2012
  • Internal Medicine Specialist-Military service Samsun Military Hospital 2012-2013
  • Subspecialty Training Dr. Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital - Hematology and Cell Transplant Clinic 2013-2017
  • Hematology Subspecialist Ankara Gülhane Training and Research Hospital, Hematology and Cell Transplant Clinic 2017-2018
  • Hematology Subspecialist Istanbul Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital/Hematology 2018-2019
  • Associate Professor Istanbul Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital/Hematology 2019-2021
  • Associate Professor Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine / Hematology 2021-2024
  • Associate Professor Istanbul VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital / Hematology and Cell Transplant Clinic 2022-2024
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Scientific Memberships

  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Turkish Apheresis Society
  • Hematologic Oncology Society
  • Blood and Transplant Association
  • Hematologic Immunology Society
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Awards

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  • Hematologic Oncology Society, 2015 - Second Prize for Paper
  • Hematologic Oncology Society, 2016 - Second Prize for Paper
  • Turkish Apheresis Association, 2016 - Paper Third Prize,
  • Hematologic Immunology Association, 2016 - Second Prize for Paper
  • Hematologic Oncology Society, 2016 - Second Prize for Paper
  • Blood and Association, 2017 - First Prize for Paper
     
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Rafet Eren
Rafet Eren
Hematologist
18 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Biruni University Hospital

Rafet Eren

Hematologist
18 years of experience

Education

  • Undergraduate: Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University, 2007
  • MSc (Internal Medicine Department): Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, 2012
  • PhD (Hematology Clinic): Istanbul Training and Research Hospital, 2018
  • Associate Professor (Hematology Clinic): Prof.Dr.Cemil Tascioglu Training and Research Hospital, 2019

Prof. Dr. Rafet Eren graduated from Istanbul Faculty of Medicine in 2007. He completed his Internal Medicine specialty training at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine in 2012. In 2018, he became a Hematology subspecialist at Istanbul Training and Research Hospital. In 2019, he was awarded the title of Associate Professor in the field of Hematology. Afterwards, he worked as a faculty member at Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital, Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital and Istinye University (Istinye University Bahçeşehir and Liv Hospital Vadistanbul) and is currently working at Biruni University Hospital. Dr. Rafet Eren is a member of Turkish Society of Hematology, Hematology Specialty Society and European Society of Hematology and speaks English fluently. He has around 50 publications in national and international refereed journals.

Scientific Memberships

  • Turkish Hematology Association
  • Hematology Specialty Society
  • Turkish Internal Medicine Specialty Society
  • European Society of Hematology
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Awards 

  • Young Researcher Award (42nd National Hematology Congress), 2016
  • Special Jury Paper Award (3rd Hematologic Oncology Congress), 2015
  • Paper 3rd Prize (2nd Hematologic Oncology and Symposium), 2016
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Yasemin Altuner Torun
Yasemin Altuner Torun
Pediatric hematologist/oncologist
24 years of experience
4.3
16 reviews

Yasemin Altuner Torun

Pediatric hematologist/oncologist
24 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Istinye University Liv Hospital Bahcesehir
Serdar Bedii Omay
Serdar Bedii Omay
Hematologist
35 years of experience
4.2
32 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Emsey Hospital

Serdar Bedii Omay

Hematologist
35 years of experience
  • Dr. Serdar Bedii Omay specializes in advanced CAR T-therapy.
  • Innovative CAR T-cell methods include leukapheresis, cell engineering, and infusion.
  • Trained internationally, including Molecular Hematology in Japan.
  • Holds certification in Internal Medicine and Hematology.
  • Member of prestigious hematology societies, expert in .
  • Offers remote consultations for patients seeking CAR T-therapy.
  • Speaks Turkish and English, facilitating international patient communication.
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Birol Baytan
Birol Baytan
Pediatric hematologist
33 years of experience
4.2
32 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Emsey Hospital

Birol Baytan

Pediatric hematologist
33 years of experience
  • Dr. Birol Baytan specializes in innovative CAR T-therapy for childhood cancers.
  • Performs CAR T-therapy using techniques like leukapheresis, cell engineering, and infusion.
  • International practice in Turkey, a leader in pediatric .
  • Holds certifications in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology.
  • Member of prestigious medical associations in hematology and pediatric cancer.
  • Offers online consultations for CAR T-therapy, enhancing patient access.
  • Fluent in Turkish and English, ensuring clear communication with diverse patients.
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Adem Topaloglu
Adem Topaloglu
Surgical oncologist
14 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
ERDEM HOSPITAL

Adem Topaloglu

Surgical oncologist
14 years of experience

Dr. Adem Topaloglu is a general surgeon with expertise in laparoscopic oncology. He focuses on colon and rectal cancers. He graduated from Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine in 1998. He completed his general surgery training at Eskişehir Osmangazi University in 2009.

Dr. Topaloglu performs advanced minimally invasive surgeries. His procedures include laparoscopic gastric, colon, and rectal cancer surgeries, as well as anti-reflux surgery, hernia repairs, appendectomy, and cholecystectomy. He is also experienced in endocrine and gastroenterological surgeries. In addition, he performs bariatric procedures such as gastric sleeve, bypass, and balloon interventions.

Dr. Topaloglu holds certifications in obesity, hiatal, and inguinal hernia surgeries. He is skilled in gastroscopy and colonoscopy. His expertise helps improve patient outcomes and surgical success rates.

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Songul Serefhanoglu
Songul Serefhanoglu
Hematologist
16 years of experience
4.2
5 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
ISU Gaziosmanpasa

Songul Serefhanoglu

Hematologist
16 years of experience
  • Dr. Songul Serefhanoglu specializes in CAR T-therapy at ISU Medical Park.
  • Expert in hematopoietic transplantation, applicable in CAR T-cell methods.
  • Utilizes innovative techniques: gene editing, signaling pathway modulation, and safety switch designs.
  • International training from Hacettepe University, renowned for medical advancements in Turkey.
  • Professor status with extensive research and clinical experience in hematology.
  • Holds significant professional memberships, indicating advanced practice and knowledge.
  • Conducts online consultations for patients seeking CAR T-therapy expertise.
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Mehmet Onur Ozturk
Mehmet Onur Ozturk
Plastic surgeon
15 years of experience

Mehmet Onur Ozturk

Plastic surgeon
15 years of experience
Turkey, İzmir
Bewell Health Assistance
Osman Ilhan
Osman Ilhan
Hematologist
47 years of experience
Turkey, Ankara
Private Koru Ankara Hospital

Osman Ilhan

Hematologist
47 years of experience

accreditations:

European Hematology Association

Prof. Dr. Osman İLHAN graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 1978. After completing his internal medicine residency at the same faculty in 1982, he served as a senior resident at the GATA Hematology Clinic during his military service. After completing his mandatory service at SSK Ulus Hospital, he returned to Ankara University Faculty of Medicine for a subspecialty. In 1990, he became an associate professor of hematology. He worked in Genoa, Italy to increase his knowledge and experience in leukemia. He was part of the team that performed the first transplant in Turkey. In 1996, he went to the MD Anderson Cancer Center in the USA to work on " Cell Mobilization, Cryopreservation, and Transplantation." In 1996, he became a professor of hematology. In 1999, he was elected as the regional president of ESFH (European Society for Hemapheresis). Dr. İlhan, who was the founder and president of the Hemapheresis Society in 2000, joined the World Apheresis Association (WAA) in 2001. He became the President of the Turkish Hematology Association in October 2001. Dr. İlhan, who is an active member of the European Hematology Association (EHA), was a member of the accreditation committee (ECAH) for education. He played a role in the accreditation of Turkish hematologists in CME credits by participating in the accreditation of congresses and courses held in Turkey as a Provider Status. He served as the founding president of the Therapy and Regenerative Medicine Association established in 2008. He became the founding president of the Geriatric Hematology Association in 2011. He is the Honorary President of the World Apheresis Congress (WAA) held in 2012. Dr. İlhan, who previously served on drug licensing and ethics committees at the Ministry of Health, has also served as the Chairman of the Photopheresis-Apheresis Commission and the Scientific Committee for , as well as the Chairman of the National Organ Tissue Cell Coordination Board, the Scientific Board of Cord Blood, and the Cell Research Board. He is the founding president of the FOUNDATION and has played an important role in the establishment of TURKOK (Turkish Cell Donor Bank). Dr. İlhan has over 300 publications in journals registered in PubMed and more than 5000 citations. He holds the Platinum CME certificate from the European Hematology Association. He owns four brands/patents named “Kökten Çözüm (Deep Solution), Telehematoloji (Telehematology), Hemaferez (Hemapheresis), Kanser Kök Hücresi (Cancer Cell)”. He is currently the President of the Ankara Medical Association. Prof. Dr. Osman İlhan, who served at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine for 50 years, began working at Özel Koru Ankara Hospital as of January 1, 2023.

His medical interests include:

Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation (, )

Acute Leukemia

Chronic Leukemia Treatments

Hodgkin Lymphoma

Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Treatments

Multiple Myeloma Treatments, MDS

Aplastic Anemia

ITP

TTP Treatments

Hypercoagulability

Hereditary Thrombophilia Treatments

Therapeutic Apheresis

Photopheresis

Geriatric Hematology Diseases.

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