Professional Experience
A veteran specialist with a strong clinical record:
- Current Role: Pediatric Hematology-Oncology at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul (since 2021)
- Previous Positions: Faculty member at Cerrahpaşa (1995–2021); compulsory service in Şanlıurfa and Viranşehir (1991–1994); visiting professor in Amsterdam (1998)
- Clinical Expertise: Comprehensive management of childhood blood disorders, leukemias, lymphomas, vascular tumors, and rare factor deficiencies
Academic Contributions
A leading voice in her field:
- Full Professor with a long history at major Turkish universities and Liv Hospital
- Spearheaded over 57 research projects, including studies on rare factor deficiencies and childhood leukemias
- Editor and author of numerous books and chapters in pediatric hematology-oncology
- Held leadership roles, including President of the Turkish Pediatric Hematology Society (2017–2019)
Areas of Expertise
Comprehensive care across pediatric blood and cancer conditions:
- Anemias & Bleeding Disorders: Hemophilia, von Willebrand disease, ITP, rare factor deficiencies
- Leukemia & Lymphoma: Management of acute childhood blood cancers
- Vascular Malformations: Hemangiomas and arteriovenous malformations in children
- Bone Marrow Failures: Fanconi anemia, Diamond-Blackfan anemia
- Thrombotic Conditions: Plasminogen deficiency, Protein C/S deficiencies
Publications and Research
A prolific researcher with global impact:
Dr. Celkan has authored over 130 PubMed-indexed articles and contributed to several books and international chapters. Her work includes multicenter studies on second malignancies in childhood leukemia survivors, platelet function in febrile neutropenia, and clinical cases on hemangiomas and Wilms tumor. She continues to collaborate actively through ORCID and ResearchGate.
Patient Care Philosophy
Her approach is compassionate, transparent, and family-focused:
- Communication: Provides clear, heart-led explanations to children and families
- Empathy: Prioritizes emotional support throughout treatment journeys
- Evidence-Based: Utilizes current protocols and precision diagnostics
- International Patient Care: Fluent in English; facilitates online consultations and international treatment coordination
Patients and families appreciate her professionalism, compassion, and clarity in managing complex pediatric conditions.
Professional Affiliations
A recognized and active member of important professional organizations:
- Turkish Hematology Association (Vice President, 2015–2019)
- Turkish Pediatric Hematology Association (President, 2017–2019)
- SIOP and SIOP-Europe
- Turkish Pediatric Association; Turkish Medical Association; Turkish Immunology Association; Association for the Protection of Sick Children
FAQs
- Is Dr. Tülin Tıraje Celkan board-certified?
- Yes. She is fully certified in pediatrics and pediatric hematology-oncology in Turkey, with a professorship and leadership credentials.
- What conditions does she treat?
- She treats a wide range of childhood blood disorders and cancers, including anemias, leukemias, lymphomas, hemangiomas, and rare genetic factor deficiencies.
- Does she treat international patients?
- Yes. She provides English-language consultations and helps international families with hospital coordination.
- How long does a typical hospital stay last?
- Duration varies by condition: outpatient treatments need short visits, while complex inpatient therapies depend on disease severity and response.
- What languages does she speak?
- Dr. Celkan is fluent in Turkish and English.
- How can I book a consultation?
- Appointments can be scheduled via Liv Hospital Vadistanbul’s outpatient service or through their international patient department online.
