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

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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

Roksana Malak | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Roksana Malak | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

Dr hab Poznan University of Medical Sciences Poland

Dr. Roksana Malak, born on 17 September 1984, is a distinguished physical therapist and academic with extensive expertise in pediatric and neurological physiotherapy. She has contributed significantly to the advancement of physiotherapy education, clinical practice, and interdisciplinary research. Dr. Malak currently serves as an Adjunct Professor at the Department and Clinic of Rheumatology and Rehabilitation, Poznan University of Medical Science, and is an active member of various national and international physiotherapy organizations.

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Education 🎓

  • 2012: Doctor in Health Sciences (DHSc), Poznan University of Medical Sciences
  • 2013–2018: Studies in Osteopathic Medicine, Academy of Osteopathy
  • 2008–2012: Ph.D., Poznan University of Medical Science
  • 2006–2008: Master’s in Physical Therapy, Poznan University of Medical Science
  • 2003–2006: Bachelor’s in Physical Therapy, Poznan University of Medical Science

Experience 🌟

  • 2012–Now: Physical Therapist for Children, Health Center ASGO, Poznan
  • 2014–Now: Adjunct Professor, Poznan University of Medical Science
  • 2018–Now: Member of Expert Groups for Developmental Guidelines, National Chamber of Physiotherapists
  • Clinical Internships: Harvard Medical School (2023), KU Leuven (2021), and University of Geneva (2023)
  • Contributor to key pediatric clinical trials, including SafeBoosC–III and Shire SHP-607-201

Research Interests 🔬

Dr. Malak’s research focuses on pediatric neurology, developmental disorders, and innovative therapies for children with neurological challenges. She is also dedicated to interdisciplinary rehabilitation methods, exploring osteopathic and physiotherapeutic interventions.

Awards & Achievements 🏆

  • 2018: Rector’s Award for Scientific Work, Medical University of Wroclaw
  • 2016: Rector’s Team Prize, Poznan University of Medical Science
  • 2015: Rector’s Individual and Team Awards, Poznan University of Medical Science
  • 2014: Recognition for Voluntary Therapeutic Work with Children
  • 2008: II Prize, 8th International Congress of Young Medical Scientists
  • 2004 & 2006: Polish Championship in Team Cross-Country Running

Publications Top Notes: 📚

Dr. Malak has authored 61 scientific papers in prestigious journals such as Medical Science Monitor and Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Here are some key publications:

“Compression of the fourth ventricle using a craniosacral osteopathic technique: A systematic review” (2018) – Cited by 32.

“Body posture and muscle length evaluation in children aged 6–14 years” (2014) – Published in Ortopedii, Traumatologii i Rehabilitacji.

“Vestibular system and balance in children with Down syndrome: A pilot study” (2018) – Presented at Movement and Cognition.

Maria Yavropoulou | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Maria Yavropoulou | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

Endocrinology Consultant LAIKO University Hospital, Medicine school, national and Kapodistrian University of Athens Greece

Dr. Maria Yavropoulou is a distinguished Endocrinology Consultant at the Endocrinology Unit of the 1st Department of Propaedeutic and Internal Medicine, Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA). Based at LAIKO University Hospital in Athens, Greece, she specializes in managing endocrine disorders, with a keen focus on rare diseases of calcium and phosphate metabolism.

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Education 🎓

  • Medical Degree: Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTh), Greece.
  • Endocrinology Specialization: AHEPA University Hospital, Thessaloniki.
  • Advanced Training: University of Leiden, Netherlands (LUMC), under Prof. Socrates Papapoulos; University of Arkansas, USA (UAMS), under Prof. Stavros Manolagas.
  • Ph.D.: Bone metabolism diseases, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTh).
  • Master’s Degrees:
    • “Translational Research in Molecular Biology and Genetics” (NKUA).
    • “Epidemiology – Research Methodology in Biomedical Sciences in Clinical Practice and Public Health” (NKUA).

Experience 🩺

  • Consultant actively managing all endocrine diseases, emphasizing rare calcium and phosphate metabolism disorders.
  • Deputy Head (since 2019): Center for Expertise of Rare Disorders of Calcium and Phosphate Metabolism (C.E.R.E.D), LAIKO Hospital.
  • Patient and Quality Coordinator: Center for Expertise for Adult Langerhans Histiocytosis, Athens.
  • Prestigious Memberships: Member of European Calcified Tissue Society, Steering Committee Member of ESE Educational Programme on Rare Disorders.

Research Interests 🧬

Dr. Yavropoulou’s research focuses on:

  • Bone metabolism and associated molecular mechanisms.
  • Diabetes and its intersection with endocrine disorders.
  • Cortisol production and its impact on rheumatoid arthritis.

Awards 🏆

Dr. Yavropoulou’s exemplary work has earned her numerous accolades, including:

  1. Jens Sandahl Christiansen Award (2020) – European Society of Endocrinology.
  2. G. TOLIS Award (2019) – Hellenic Endocrine Society.
  3. D. IKKOS Awards (2021, 2022) – Clinical Research, Hellenic Endocrine Society.
  4. EJE Rising Star Award (2022) – European Journal of Endocrinology.
  5. Excellence Scholarship in Ph.D. Thesis (2009-2010) – Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.

Publications Top Notes: 📚

Dr. Yavropoulou has authored numerous impactful publications (134 total, 3164 citations, h-index: 29). Selected works include:

The Association of Vitamin D Receptor Polymorphisms with COVID-19 Severity (2024) – Nutrients.

Diurnal Production of Cortisol and Treatment Response in Rheumatoid Arthritis (2024) – RMD Open.

Transient Osteoporosis Following Denosumab Discontinuation (2024) – Osteoporosis International.

Nocebo-Associated Treatment Discontinuation in Anti-Osteoporotic Drugs (2024) – Maturitas.

Immune System Effects on the Endocrine System (2023) – Endotext.