Prof. Dr. Elif GÜLER KAZANCI
Prof. Dr. Elif Güler Kazancı, MD, is a Professor of Pediatrics specializing in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology. She currently serves as the Vice Dean of the Bursa Faculty of Medicine at the University of Health Sciences and is the President of the Traditional and Complementary Medicine Institute (TÜGET) of Health Institutes of Turkiye (TUSEB). Her professional record includes high-level administrative service as the Deputy Undersecretary of the Ministry of Health, where she contributed to the strategic planning of health services and public health policies.
Biography and Expertise of Elif Güler Kazancı
Dr. Elif Güler Kazancı has focused her career on the integration of conventional pediatric hematology-oncology with health administration and evidence-based traditional medicine. Her clinical and research activities concentrate on improving treatment outcomes for children with chronic hematological conditions, such as Beta-thalassemia, leukemia, and hemophilia. In her administrative capacity, she has coordinated significant national and international health projects in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), focusing on the prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases. Furthermore, her academic work explores the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare and the scientific validation of traditional and complementary practices.
Professional Career
Dr. Elif Güler Kazancı’s professional progression includes significant roles in clinical service establishment, academic administration, and national health policy. Her career path demonstrates a focus on building institutional capacity for specialized pediatric care and integrative health research.
- Vice Dean, Bursa Faculty of Medicine: Overseeing academic and administrative development at the University of Health Sciences since 2020.
- President, TÜSEB Institute of Traditional and Complementary Medicine (TÜGET): Directing national research initiatives and policy development for integrative medicine.
- Deputy Undersecretary, Ministry of Health: Managed General Directorates of Health Services and Public Health, and coordinated strategic planning (2017–2018).
- Clinic Founder: Established the Pediatric Hematology and Oncology units at both Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital and Bursa Dörtçelik Children’s Hospital.
- Vice President of Medical Services: Served at the Turkey Public Hospitals Institution, managing medical service coordination (2015–2016).
Academic Qualifications
The academic background of Dr. Elif Güler Kazancı combines medical specialization with advanced training in integrative therapies. This multidisciplinary education provides a foundation for investigating complex pediatric diseases through various scientific lenses.
- Medical Degree (MD): Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine (1997).
- Residency in Pediatrics: University of Health Sciences, İzmir Dr. Behçet Uz Children’s Diseases and Surgery Training and Research Hospital (1997–2003).
- Subspecialty in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology: Attained specialized training at İzmir Dr. Behçet Uz Training and Research Hospital (2003–2007).
- Subspecialty in Pediatric Oncology: Attained additional specialization in 2012.
- Certifications in TCIM: Completed Ministry of Health-approved training in Homeopathy, Phytotherapy, Aromatherapy and Ozone therapy.
Research and Publications
Dr. Elif Güler Kazancı has an extensive research portfolio, including 51 international peer-reviewed publications. Her work contributes to the evidence base for pediatric blood disorders and the implementation of medical technologies.
Her research focuses on the efficacy of treatment protocols for Beta-thalassemia major, the investigation of oxidative stress biomarkers, and the integration of AI in oncology. Notable publications include studies on digital automated cell morphology analyzers and the impact of hematologic inflammatory markers. Additionally, she has edited an academic volume on COVID-19 management in pediatric patients and authored 26 academic book chapters.
Board and Committee Activities
Dr. Elif Güler Kazancı participates in several influential health and academic organizations, contributing to the development of clinical standards and medical education.
- Board Member, Turkish Pediatric Hematology Association: Serves on the executive board and contributes to scientific subcommittees on erythrocyte disorders (2023–2025).
- Member, Artificial Intelligence Association: Investigates applications of AI within the medical field.
- WHO Project Coordinator: Led international investment case and health survey projects for the T.C. Ministry of Health.
- Member, Faculty of Medicine Deans Council (UÇEP): Participates in shaping national core medical education curricula.
- Editorial Board Member: Serves on the boards of journals such as Hamidiye Medical Journal and the Journal of Dr. Behcet Uz Children’s Hospital.