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Prof. Dr. Seçkin Çağırgan, MD, is a distinguished hematologist at MedicalPoint International Hospital in İzmir, Turkey. With 26 years of experience, he specializes in diagnosing and treating complex blood disorders. His main focus areas include:
- Acute and chronic leukemias (AML, ALL, CLL, CML)
- Lymphomas (Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin)
- Multiple myeloma and aplastic anemia
- Advanced cellular therapies, including bone marrow transplantation
Educational Background
- MD from Ege University Faculty of Medicine, Turkey (1985)
- Residency in Internal Medicine at Ege University (completed 1991)
- Specialization in Hematology at Ege University (completed 1995)
- Academic progression at Ege University: Assistant Professor → Associate Professor → full Professor by 2003
Professional Experience
- Current: Professor and Head of Hematology & Bone Marrow Transplantation at MedicalPoint International Hospital and İzmir University of Economics (since 2012)
- Previously led the Hematology and BMT Center at Ege University (1988–2012)
- Extensive experience in hematologic malignancy management, stem cell transplantation, and apheresis techniques
Academic Contributions
- Mentors residents and fellows in hematology and transplantation
- Presented at national and international hematology and transplant conferences
- Engaged in research and registry work in therapeutic apheresis and transplantation outcomes
Areas of Expertise
- Leukemias: AML, ALL, CLL, CML with chemotherapy and transplant care
- Lymphomas: Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma diagnosis and treatment
- Multiple myeloma: Targeted therapies and post-transplant management
- Aplastic anemia: Immunotherapy and transplant coordination
- Bone marrow transplantation: Both autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplants
- Apheresis treatments: Plasmapheresis, photopheresis, therapeutic exchanges
Publications and Research
Prof. Çağırgan has authored 80+ publications, including:
- Studies on antifungal prophylaxis in high-risk patients with hematologic malignancies
- Case reports on mucormycosis in immunosuppressed AML patients
- Research detailing the needs and challenges in acute leukemia management in Turkey through a Delphi study
- Clinical trials on mobilization in elderly stem cell donors and consolidation therapies in myeloma
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Patient Care Philosophy
- Commits to compassionate, patient‑centered care with clear communication
- Prioritizes informed consent and shared decision‑making
- Coordinates multidisciplinary care involving oncologists, transplant teams, and support services
- Welcomes international patients via telemedicine and multilingual support
- Recognized for empathy, proactive monitoring, and structured follow‑up
Professional Affiliations
- Member, Turkish Medical Association
- Member, Turkish Society of Hematology
- Member, Turkish Society of Apheresis
- Member, European Group for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EBMT)
FAQs
- Is Dr. Seçkin Çağırgan board-certified?
- Yes. He is certified in hematology and serves as full professor and department head at MedicalPoint.
- What treatments does he provide?
- He manages leukemias, lymphomas, myeloma, aplastic anemia, performs bone marrow transplants and therapeutic apheresis.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes, with telemedicine consultations and language support at MedicalPoint International Hospital.
- How long is the typical hospital stay for transplant patients?
- Typically 3–4 weeks, varying with treatment type and patient condition.
- What languages does he speak?
- He speaks Turkish and English. Additional interpreter services are available.
- What types of blood cancers does he treat?
- He treats acute and chronic leukemias, Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphomas, multiple myeloma, and aplastic anemia.
- Does he offer apheresis and cellular therapies?
- Yes. He oversees plasmapheresis, photopheresis, and both autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplantation programs.
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