Anadolu’s Bone Marrow Transplantation Centre is one of the most experienced in the region: since it opened in 2010, more than 3,000 autologous, allogeneic and haploidentical transplants have been performed in adults and children. The centre’s results are comparable with those of leading European hospitals.
The centre has HEPA-filtered sterile rooms, its own cell processing laboratory and access to international donor registries. Since 2022, a separate paediatric transplantation programme has also been in operation.
Treatment methods at Anadolu
Autologous transplantation
Reinfusion of the patient’s own stem cells after high-dose treatment — this is the standard approach in myeloma and in relapsed lymphoma.
Allogeneic transplantation (related donor)
A transplant from a matched brother or sister — a curative method for leukaemias and other blood diseases.
Allogeneic transplantation (unrelated donor)
When no matched donor is found within the family, a search is carried out in international registries and the transplant is performed from a matched unrelated donor.
Haploidentical transplantation
The donor is a half-matched parent, child or relative — modern protocols make these transplants equally effective, so a donor can be found for almost every patient.
Paediatric transplantation programme
A separate centre for transplantation in children: leukaemias, thalassaemia, aplastic anaemia and congenital diseases — with care tailored to children and their parents.
Why international patients choose Anadolu
- Affiliation with Johns Hopkins Medicine — shared clinical protocols with one of the largest medical centres in the United States.
- JCI, ESMO and OECI accreditations — internationally recognised quality and patient safety.
- Multidisciplinary tumour boards — your treatment plan is decided not by a single doctor but by a team of specialists.
- Support in English — a coordinator and an interpreter at every step, from your first enquiry to discharge.
- A transparent cost estimate before you travel — you know the estimated cost of treatment in advance.
- Practical assistance — our team assists with travel and, where needed, visa formalities.
Specialist doctors
Zafer Gülbaş
Professor of Internal Medicine and Haematology
Haematology-Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplantation
Savaş Kansoy
Professor
Paediatric OncologyHow to start your treatment
Send your records
Reports, scans and test results — via the form, by email or WhatsApp.
The doctor’s opinion
A specialist will review your case free of charge within 48 hours.
Plan and cost estimate
You will receive the treatment plan and its estimated cost — before you travel.
Arrival and treatment
Transfers, accommodation and an interpreter — everything is arranged by the hospital.
Frequently asked questions — bone marrow transplantation
For which diseases is a bone marrow transplant needed?
Leukaemias, lymphomas, multiple myeloma, aplastic anaemia, thalassaemia, myelodysplastic syndromes and certain congenital diseases — the indication is established by the haematologist after a full diagnostic work-up.
What happens if there is no matched donor in my family?
There are two options: an unrelated donor from international registries, or a haploidentical transplant from a parent or child. Today, a donor can be found for almost every patient.
How long does the transplant take?
Preparation (conditioning), the transplant and early recovery require 4 to 6 weeks at the hospital, followed by 2 to 3 months of outpatient follow-up near the centre.
What is the success rate?
It depends on the disease, the stage and the type of transplant. The results of the Anadolu centre are comparable with those of leading European centres; at your consultation, you will receive a realistic assessment of your situation.
Do you perform transplants in children?
Yes — since 2022, a separate paediatric transplantation centre has been operating under the leadership of an experienced team of paediatric haematologists.
Request a treatment plan and cost estimate
Free: a specialist will review your records within 48 hours.