About the Department

About the Department

The Department of Basic Medical Sciences is an essential department where fundamental sciences such as biochemistry, physiology, anatomy, and microbiology are taught in detail and comprehensively to build the professional foundation for medical students. Our students have the opportunity to support their theoretical knowledge with practical applications in modern laboratories and classrooms equipped with advanced technology. With our expert academic staff and innovative teaching methods, we aim to provide the best education to our students. On this page, you can explore detailed information about our department and our educational processes.

About the Department

The Department of Basic Medical Sciences is a crucial department where the fundamental sciences are taught in detail and comprehensively to build the professional foundation for medical students. This department teaches biology, chemistry, physiology, and other basic sciences while also equipping students with the knowledge and skills to prepare for clinical applications. Our department provides students with the opportunity to support their theoretical knowledge with practical applications.

Education and Teaching

In the Department of Basic Medical Sciences, students undergo a comprehensive educational process. In the early years, they gain in-depth knowledge in the field of basic sciences through theoretical courses and laboratory work. In the later years, they apply their theoretical knowledge in practice through pre-clinical applications and internships. Students receive education in modern laboratories and classrooms equipped with advanced technology.

Academic Staff

Our department has a strong academic staff consisting of expert and experienced faculty members in their respective fields. Each academician shares the most up-to-date theoretical knowledge with students while supporting them with practical applications. Additionally, our academic staff contributes to science by conducting various national and international research projects.

Research and Application

In the Department of Basic Medical Sciences, many innovative research projects are carried out with the participation of students and academic staff. Our research centers and laboratories provide all necessary facilities for conducting scientific studies. Students experience real scientific research processes in these centers, developing their scientific thinking and research skills. Furthermore, seminars, conferences, and workshops organized by our department ensure that students continuously update their scientific knowledge and skills.

Basic Medical Sciences

• Anatomy

  • Arş. Gör. Betül ASLAN

• Biophysics

  • Prof. Dr. Necla ÖZTÜRK
  • Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Esra Münire AYDOĞMUŞ

• Biostatistics

  • Prof. Dr. H. Refik BURGUT

• Physiology

  • Prof. Dr. Barış ÇAKIR
  • Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Mustafa SARIKAYA

• Histology and Embryology

  • Prof. Dr. Mehmet CINCIK
  • Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Hale BAYRAM
  • Arş. Gör. Sevtap GÖKALP

• Medical Biology and Genetics

  • Doç. Dr. Pınar Buket THOMAS
  • Doç. Dr. Yaprak Dönmez ÇAKIL
  • Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Zeynep Akbulut

• Medical Biochemistry

  • Prof. Dr. Mustafa Erinç SİTAR
  • Prof. Dr. Cemil ÇELİK
  • Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Nesrin ÖZCANLI
  • Doç. Dr. Pınar EKER

• Medical Microbiology

  • Prof. Dr. Canan KÜLAH
  • Prof. Dr. Nilgün ÇERİKÇİOĞLU
  • Doç. Dr. Demet HACISEYİTOĞLU
  • Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Ertan ÖZYURT

• History of Medicine and Ethics

  • Prof. Dr. Ayşegül ERDEMİR
  • Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Merve Erdem

• Medical Education Department

  • Prof. Dr. David Terence THOMAS