About Prof. Dr Zafer Gülbaş
Prof. Dr. Zafer Gülbaş is a Senior Consultant Medical Oncologist, Hematologist, and Full Professor with over 30 years of clinical and academic experience. As a leading Medical Oncologist, he is internationally recognised as Director of the Hematologic Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplantation Centre at one of Turkey’s top JCI-accredited hospitals affiliated with Johns Hopkins, and is widely consulted by international patients for lymphoma, myeloma, and bone marrow transplantation.
- 30+ years of clinical experience in hematology and medical oncology
- Director of Hematologic Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplantation Centre since 2014
- International experience at Hadassah Clinic (Israel), Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center (Seattle), MD Anderson Cancer Center (Houston), and Princess Margaret Hospital (Toronto)
- Leader of the Turkish Society of Cellular and Regenerative Medicine
- Specialist in lymphoma, myeloma, bone marrow transplantation, and flow cytometry
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey
- MD Internal Medicine / Hematology (Specialisation) — Anadolu University Faculty of Medicine, Eskisehir, Turkey
- Full Professor — Hematology / Medical Oncology
Fellowships & Special Training
- International training — Atatürk Center for Lung Disease and Thoracic Surgery
- International training — Hadassah Clinic, Israel
- International training — Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, USA
- International training — MD Anderson Cancer Research Center, Houston, USA
- International training — Princess Margaret Hospital, University of Toronto, Canada
Certifications & Accreditations
- Turkish Medical Association — Registered Practitioner
- Leader — Turkish Society of Cellular and Regenerative Medicine
- Member — Turkish Society of Hematology
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Hodgkin Lymphoma
- Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
- Multiple Myeloma
- Acute Leukaemia (AML, ALL)
- Chronic Leukaemia (CML, CLL)
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS)
- Bone Marrow Failure Syndromes
- Solid Tumours (Medical Oncology)
- Bone Marrow Transplantation Recipients
- Cellular Therapy and Regenerative Medicine
Sub-specialties
- Hematologic Oncology: Comprehensive systemic therapy for lymphoma, myeloma, and leukaemia — a leading medical oncology specialist Istanbul Turkey for international patients seeking the best medical oncologist doctor in India and abroad.
- Bone Marrow Transplantation: Autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplantation for haematological malignancies.
- Flow Cytometry & Cellular Therapy: Advanced diagnostic flow cytometry, CAR-T-related care, and regenerative cellular medicine.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Autologous Bone Marrow / Stem Cell Transplantation
- Allogeneic Bone Marrow Transplantation (Matched Sibling, MUD, Haplo)
- Chemotherapy (Standard and High-Dose)
- Targeted Therapy (Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors, Monoclonal Antibodies)
- Immunotherapy (Checkpoint Inhibitors)
- Flow Cytometry Diagnostics
- Cellular Therapy (CAR-T related coordination)
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
List of Disease and Treatment for which Prof. Dr Zafer Gülbaş can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Anadolu Medical Center — Director, Hematologic Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplantation Centre, Kocaeli/Istanbul, Turkey, 2014–Present
Past Affiliations
- Anadolu University Faculty of Medicine — Faculty / Senior Consultant Hematologist (Past)
- Atatürk Center for Lung Disease and Thoracic Surgery — Specialist (International Visiting Role)
- Hadassah Clinic, Israel — International Visiting Faculty
- Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, USA — Visiting Researcher
- MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, USA — Visiting Researcher
- Princess Margaret Hospital, University of Toronto, Canada — Visiting Researcher
Academic & Research Roles
- Full Professor — Hematology / Medical Oncology
- Leader — Turkish Society of Cellular and Regenerative Medicine
- Director of Hematologic Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplantation Centre at Anadolu Medical Center
Key Achievements
- 30+ years of clinical experience in hematology and medical oncology
- Director of one of Turkey's leading bone marrow transplant programmes since 2014
- International research and clinical experience across the USA, Canada, and Israel
- Leader of national professional society in cellular and regenerative medicine
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Information not publicly available.
Professional Memberships
- Turkish Society of Cellular and Regenerative Medicine (Leader)
- Turkish Society of Hematology
- Turkish Medical Association
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Multiple peer-reviewed publications in international hematology and oncology journals on lymphoma, myeloma, leukaemia, bone marrow transplantation, and flow cytometry. Specific full citation list not publicly indexed in full.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Lymphoma and myeloma systemic therapy
- Bone marrow transplantation outcomes
- Cellular and regenerative medicine
- Flow cytometry diagnostics
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Oncology / Haematology Consultation | ₹5,000 – ₹12,000 | $60 – $145 |
| Chemotherapy (per cycle, regimen-dependent) | ₹25,000 – ₹2,00,000 | $300 – $2,400 |
| Targeted Therapy (per month, drug-dependent) | ₹50,000 – ₹3,00,000 | $600 – $3,600 |
| Autologous Bone Marrow Transplant | ₹15,00,000 – ₹25,00,000 | $18,000 – $30,000 |
| Allogeneic Bone Marrow Transplant | ₹20,00,000 – ₹40,00,000 | $24,000 – $48,000 |
*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What advanced technologies does Prof. Dr Zafer Gülbaş use in Medical Oncologist treatment?
Prof. Dr Zafer Gülbaş uses advanced haemato-oncology platforms including autologous and allogeneic bone marrow transplantation, flow cytometry diagnostics, targeted therapy (tyrosine kinase inhibitors, monoclonal antibodies), immunotherapy, and cellular regenerative medicine. These tools enable precision treatment of complex haematological malignancies for international patients.
2. What conditions does Prof. Dr Zafer Gülbaş specialize in treating?
Prof. Dr Zafer Gülbaş is an internationally recognised Medical Oncologist treating Hodgkin and Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, multiple myeloma, acute and chronic leukaemia, myelodysplastic syndrome, and bone marrow failure. He also leads bone marrow transplantation and cellular therapy programmes. He is widely consulted as a top medical oncology specialist for complex haematological cases.
3. How do I book an appointment with Prof. Dr Zafer Gülbaş?
Appointments with Prof. Dr Zafer Gülbaş can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.
4. Can international patients receive treatment from Prof. Dr Zafer Gülbaş?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Prof. Dr Zafer Gülbaş, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination.
5. What support is available for international patients?
International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.
6. Does Prof. Dr Zafer Gülbaş offer second opinions for Medical Oncologist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Prof. Dr Zafer Gülbaş can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their diagnosis or treatment plan with an expert Medical Oncologist specialist in Istanbul, Turkey.















