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BIOGRAPHY

Qualification and Experience

Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun is an experienced pediatric haematologist in Turkey. She has over 20 years of experience as a pediatric haematologist in Turkey. Dr. Torun’s primary treatment procedures include Burkitt’s lymphoma, acute myeloid leukemia, thalassemia, developmental disorders, stem cell therapies, etc. She graduated from the prestigious Erciyes University of Medicine. Currently, She is a Consultant Pediatric Haematologist at Istiniya University Hospital, Liv Hospital, Turkey.

Contribution to Medical Science

Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun is a highly skilled pediatric haematologist in Turkey. She has vast experience in research and has published more than 40 research papers in several peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun is the founding president of Erciyes Thalassemia and Hemophilia Association for Hemophilia.

Conditions treated by Dr Yasemin Altuner Torun

There are different kinds of conditions that Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun treats and we have listed some of them here for your perusal.:

  • Orthopedic Conditions
  • Congenital Neutropenia
  • Neuromuscular Disorders
  • Aplastic Anemia
  • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Sickle Cell Disease
  • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia (AMI)
  • Hematological Disorders
  • Spinal Injury
  • Various Autoimmune Diseases
  • Multiple Myeloma
  • Thalassemia
  • Lymphoma

These doctors are known to manage the treatment of blood disorders and those of the lymphatic system i.e., vessels and lymph nodes. The three kinds of cancer for which the doctor can refer you to a Hematologist are Multiple Myeloma, Leukemia and Lymphoma. It is also for issues related to hemoglobin and red blood cells such as thalassemia, anemia and sickle cell anemia that this doctor can be consulted.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr Yasemin Altuner Torun

There are several signs and symptoms which indicate that a visit to a Hematologist is necessary.

  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Leukemia and Lymphoma
  • Hemophilia
  • Sickle Cell Disease

Night sweats, fever and continuing fatigue are signs that all is not well with the patient and he might have a condition that a Hematologist can help treat.. Continuous yet unexplained weight loss and shortness of breath are also indicators of issues with a hematological background. If there are few of any of these symptoms that you have then do see a hematologist immediately.

Operating hours of Dr Yasemin Altuner Torun

The doctor is available for consultation and operation from 9 am to 1 pm on Sunday and from 9 am to 6 pm from Monday to Saturday. Well educated, skilled and having long term experience are all qualities that the doctor possesses.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun

The popular procedures performed by Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun are as follows.

  • Bone Marrow Transplant

It is various blood conditions that these doctors treat and the procedures are linked to the same. Ablation therapy is routinely done by Hematologists wherein abnormal tissue is removed by making use of heat, cold, lasers, or chemicals. Among their area of specialty are bone marrow transplants and blood transfusion.

Qualification

  • Fevzi Cakmak High School, Kayseri
  • Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
  • Specialization Training Erciyes University, Specialization in Child Health and Diseases
  • Specialization Training Erciyes University, Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Minor Specialization

Past Experiences

  • Kayseri Training and Research Hospital Child Health and Diseases Clinic
  • Emel- Mehmet Tarman Child Health and Diseases Clinic Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Department
  • Kayseri City Training and Research Hospital Pediatric Health and Diseases Clinic Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Department
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MEMBERSHIPS (2)

  • Erciyes Thalassemia and Hemophilia Association for Hemophilia

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (4)

  • Using a high-flow nasal cannula provides superior results to OxyMask delivery in moderate to severe bronchiolitis: a randomized controlled study. Ergul AB, Caliskan E, Samsa H, Gokcek I, Kaya A, Zararsiz GE, Torun YA.
  • Use of a chlorhexidine-impregnated dressing reduced catheter-related bloodstream infections caused by Gram-positive microorganisms. Ergul AB, Gokcek I, Ozcan A, Cetin S, Gultekin N, Torun YA.
  • Factors that predict disease severity in atopic dermatitis: The role of serum basal tryptase. Sahiner UM, Buyuktiryaki B, Gungor HE, Sahiner N, Turasan A, Torun YA, Sekerel BE.
  • The eyes of children with celiac disease. Karatepe Hashas AS, Altunel O, Duru N, Alabay B, Torun YA.

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PROCEDURES

  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Stem Cell Therapy

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many years of experience does Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun have being a pediatric haematologist in Turkey?

Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun has over 20 years of experience as a pediatric haematologist in Turkey.

What are the primary treatments and surgeries does Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun as a pediatric haematologist?

Dr. Torun’s primary treatment procedures include Burkitt’s lymphoma, acute myeloid leukemia, thalassemia, developmental disorders, stem cell therapies, etc.

Does Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun provide Online Consultation?

Yes, Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun provides online consultation via MediGence.

How much does it cost to consult online with Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun?

It costs USD 210 to consult online with the expert.

What associations is Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun part of?

Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun is the founding president of Erciyes Thalassemia and Hemophilia Association for Hemophilia.

When do you need to see a pediatric haematologist such as Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun?

We need to consult a pediatric haematologist such as Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun for queries regarding stem cell therapies, leukemia, lymphoma, their diagnosis, and prognosis.

How to connect with Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun for Online Consultation through MediGence?

The expert Pediatric Haematologist from Turkey can be easily consulted online by registering your profile with MediGence and writing down your query. An appointment for a consultation with the expert will be scheduled. After the payment via PayPal, the Online Teleconsultation will connect the expert and the patient through a live F2F session.

What area of specialization does Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun have?

Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun is a specialized Hematologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Istanbul, Turkey.

Does Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?

Yes. Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun offers telemedicine via MediGence. Top Transplant Surgeon in Turkey like Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun are offering second opinions and video consultations at the click of a button. One can clear all their queries before opting to travel abroad for treatment with the power of Online Doctor Consultation.

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How many years of experience does Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun have?

Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 20 Years years of experience.

What is the consulting fee of Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun?

The consultation fees of Transplant Surgeon in Turkey like Dr. Yasemin Altuner Torun starts from USD 190.

FAQ's Related to Hematologist

What does a Hematologist do?

It is the work of a Hematologist to diagnose and research blood disorders and lymphatic system disorders. Related medical treatment and procedures for blood, bone marrow and lymphatic system are the responsibility of a Hematologist. They help in monitoring your health condition and interpret the results and in this process they do work in coordination with some other specialists as well. A Hematologist also treats you for conditions like Sepsis, an infection reaction and Hemophilia, blood clotting disorder which is genetic.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for a Hematologist?

Here is a list of tests that are important prior to and during a consultation with a hematologist.

  • Cholesterol Testing
  • Blood Glucose Testing
  • Vitamin B12 Deficiency Testing
  • White Blood Cells (WBC) Testing
  • Hemoglobin Testing
  • Red Blood Cells (RBC) Testing
  • Mono Screening
  • Full Blood Count Testing
  • Arranging a Blood Test
  • Hematocrit and Platelets

The tests namely Prothrombin time, Partial thromboplastin time help in checking you for clotting or bleeding disorders and are a good metric to know whether the treatments and medications are working well. The three blood cells, their characteristics and numbers are tracked through a test well known as a complete blood count. Blood disorders, bone marrow disorders, some cancers and infections in the bone marrow can be diagnosed and monitored via bone marrow biopsy.

When should you go to see a Hematologist?

When you have symptoms that indicate blood, bone marrow or lymphatic system related conditions then you are referred by your primary care doctor to visit a Hematologist. Also, when you have anemia, which means low red blood cells or sickle cell anemia, sickle shaped red blood cells then too it warrants a visit or a consultation with a Hematologist. Leukemia, lymphoma, or multiple myeloma (bone marrow, lymph nodes, or white blood cells) cancers also mean that you must get refer a Hematologist. Visiting the specialist should not be delayed at all when the symptoms start showing.