Bahar Oztelcan Gunduz | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Scholar Award

Dr. Bahar Oztelcan Gunduz | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Scholar Award

Gülhane Research and Training Hospital Turkey 

Dr. Bahar Öztelcan Gündüz is a compassionate pediatrician and social health researcher, currently serving at Gülhane Research and Training Hospital. With a PhD in Social Pediatrics from Gazi University and a medical background from Selçuk and Eskişehir Osmangazi Universities, she has dedicated her career to improving child health in underserved communities. Her impactful research during the COVID-19 pandemic on sarcopenic obesity in children has earned wide recognition. She is also an active member of the Social Pediatrics Association, contributing to child welfare through research, clinical care, and advocacy. 🌍👶📚

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🎓 Education

Dr. Öztelcan Gündüz holds a PhD in Social Pediatrics from Gazi University, where she honed her skills in public health and research methodology. She specialized in Pediatrics at Eskisehir Osmangazi University and obtained her MD from Selçuk University, Türkiye. Her academic foundation is rooted in both clinical excellence and social medicine, empowering her to address both the biological and social determinants of child health. 🎓🧠

💼 Experience

With extensive field experience, Dr. Öztelcan Gündüz began her medical career as a general practitioner at Şırnak Maternal and Child Health Center, focusing on vulnerable populations. She later served at Mus State Hospital and Gemlik State Hospital as a pediatrician. Currently, she practices at Gülhane Research and Training Hospital, where she also leads multiple research initiatives. Her experience spans clinical practice, public health programs like vaccination drives, and research supervision. 👩‍⚕️🏥🩺

🔬 Research Interests

Dr. Gündüz’s research revolves around pediatric health and public welfare. Her core interests include:

  • Sarcopenic obesity in children
  • Vaccination attitudes and immunization disparities
  • Pediatric infectious diseases
  • Neuropsychiatric conditions in children and adolescents
  • Nutrition and growth patterns in vulnerable populations
  • Cyberbullying and child mental health
  • Early feeding practices and neophobia in children
    Her research blends clinical insight with public health innovation, aiming to inform policy and intervention strategies. 🧪👶🧠

🏆 Awards & Recognitions

Dr. Bahar Öztelcan Gündüz is nominated for the Best Research Scholar Award for her groundbreaking research on sarcopenic obesity in children during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her innovative use of the Grip-to-BMI ratio and muscle-fat ratio (MFR) as diagnostic tools has had a real-world impact on pediatric healthcare and preventive strategies. Her contributions during a global health crisis demonstrate her leadership in pediatric research and her commitment to child welfare. 🏅📊💡

📚 Publications Top Notes: 

Gündüz B, Duyan Çamurdan A, Yıldız M, et al. (2024). Assessing Sarcopenic Obesity Risk in Children During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Grip-to-BMI Ratio. Medical Research Reports.
📖 Cited by 3 articles

Gündüz B, Kutlutürk K, Cengiz M. (2024). Exploring the Impact of Socioeconomic Factors on Special Immunization Rates: A Study in Türkiye.
📖 Cited by 2 articles

Öztelcan Gündüz B, Kutlutürk K, Ünay B. (2025). Rotavirus infections in the pediatric population: a comparative study of pre-COVID and COVID-19 pandemic periods. Frontiers in Public Health.
📖 Cited by 1 article

Dulkadir R, Öztelcan Gündüz B. (2024). Differentiating COVID-19 and influenza in children: hemogram parameters as diagnostic tools. Frontiers in Public Health.
📖 Cited by 2 articles

Tubaş F, Husrevoglu Esen F, Öztelcan Gündüz B, Ünay B. (2022). Youth suicide and hospital-presenting suicide attempts. International Journal of Social Psychiatry.
📖 Cited by 6 articles

Artık A, Işık Ü, Öztelcan Gündüz B, Mızrak S. (2023). Serum Cingulin levels are increased in children with autism spectrum disorder. International Journal of Developmental Disabilities.
📖 Cited by 4 articles

Artık A, Öztelcan Gündüz B, Mızrak S, Işık Ü. (2022). Increased Serum Levels of TNF-like Weak Inducer of Apoptosis in Autism Spectrum Disorder. Int. J. of Developmental Disabilities.
📖 Cited by 5 articles

Gündüz B. (2025). The impact of COVID-19 pandemic on sarcopenic obesity among children between 6 and 10 years of age: a prospective study. European Journal of Pediatrics.
📖 Cited by 7 articles

Stefano Palomba | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Stefano Palomba | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Department of Medical-Surgical Science and Translational Medicine, Obstetrics & Gynecology Sapienza University of Rome Italy

Professor Stefano Palomba is a renowned Italian medical doctor and academic in the field of gynecology and obstetrics, born on October 23, 1971, in Naples, Italy. He is currently affiliated with Sapienza University of Rome, where he contributes to clinical, teaching, and research excellence. Married with one child, Prof. Palomba is widely recognized for his leadership in reproductive medicine and women’s health, and he has made significant contributions to evidence-based gynecological practices worldwide. 📍

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🎓 Education

Prof. Palomba’s academic journey began with a Scientific High School Diploma in 1989, followed by an enriching ERASMUS experience in Brussels in 1992. He earned his Master’s Degree in Medicine and Surgery (110/110 cum laude) in 1995 from the University of Naples “Federico II”, with an experimental thesis on postmenopausal skin and bone health. He went on to gain multiple advanced certifications including Integrated Medicine, Internal Ultrasound, Breast Ultrasound, and Fetal Echocardiography, solidifying his expertise across clinical diagnostics and therapeutic domains. 🎓🩺

🏥 Professional Experience

Prof. Palomba has held prestigious clinical, academic, and leadership roles. He served as a Medical Director in multiple public healthcare competitions and was President of Commission for the Grande Ospedale Metropolitano di Reggio Calabria. He has been deeply involved in clinical governance, research evaluation, and mentoring at institutions like the University of Catanzaro “Magna Graecia” and San Servolo. His dedication spans over two decades, emphasizing innovation in gynecological endocrinology, minimally invasive surgery, and integrated reproductive health. 🔬💼

🔬 Research Interests

His scientific pursuits revolve around reproductive endocrinology, gynecologic surgery, menopause management, uterine fibroids, natural family planning, and ultrasound diagnostics. Prof. Palomba’s interdisciplinary research bridges clinical gynecology with endocrine and metabolic health, aiming to enhance women’s quality of life and fertility outcomes. His projects often integrate both medical and surgical strategies to develop tailored therapeutic protocols. 🌡️🧬

🏆 Awards & Recognitions

Prof. Stefano Palomba has been recognized for his scientific contributions and teaching excellence across Italy and internationally. Notable accolades include invitations to lecture at leading specialization schools and honors for high-impact publications. His academic leadership has earned him roles in evaluation commissions and post-specialist courses, especially in gynecologic endocrinology and minimally invasive therapies. 🏅📚

📚 Publications Top Notes: 

Prof. Palomba has authored 278 peer-reviewed publications in prestigious journals, achieving a total impact factor (IF) of 1332.99 (2024) and an average IF of 4.85. Below are some highlights with hyperlinks and citation data:

Pregnancy complications in women with polycystic ovary syndrome

Evidence-based and potential benefits of metformin in the polycystic ovary syndrome: a comprehensive review

Three-dimensional atomic-scale structure of size-selected gold nanoclusters

Early impairment of endothelial structure and function in young normal-weight women with polycystic ovary syndrome

The cardiovascular risk of young women with polycystic ovary syndrome: an observational, analytical, prospective case-control study

Prospective parallel randomized, double-blind, double-dummy controlled clinical trial comparing clomiphene citrate and metformin as the first-line treatment for ovulation …

Structured exercise training programme versus hypocaloric hyperproteic diet in obese polycystic ovary syndrome patients with anovulatory infertility: a 24-week pilot study

Complications and challenges associated with polycystic ovary syndrome: current perspectives

The increase of leukocytes as a new putative marker of low-grade chronic inflammation and early cardiovascular risk in polycystic ovary syndrome

Beneficial effects of a three-month structured exercise training program on cardiopulmonary functional capacity in young women with polycystic ovary syndrome