Dr. Ayfer Durak: Palliative Care

🌟 Dr. Ayfer Durak, a dedicated medical professional in Turkey, currently serves as a Fellow in Palliative Care at Türkiye. With a rich background in health sciences, she earned her MD from Osmangazi Ü in 1998, specializing in Internal Diseases. Dr. Durak began her journey at Osmancık 1 no Health Clinic in Çorum as a Dr in 1992-1993 and further honed her expertise as an Assistant in Internal Diseases at the State Hospital in Eskişehir from 1993 to 1998. Passionate about geriatrics, she embarked on her current role in 2021, contributing to the field of palliative care in Turkey with compassion and commitment. 🩺🌍

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🎓 Education:

🌟 Dr. Ayfer Durak, a distinguished figure in Turkish healthcare, is a seasoned medical professional specializing in geriatrics. Currently a Fellow in Geriatrics at Türkiye, she brings a wealth of experience to the field. Her journey began at Uludağ Ü, where she completed her medical education from 1986 to 1992, laying a solid foundation for her future endeavors. Dr. Durak then dedicated herself to Internal Diseases at Osmangazi Ü from 1993 to 1998, showcasing her expertise in the intricacies of medical care. With a commitment to enhancing geriatric healthcare, she continues to contribute significantly to the health sciences landscape in Turkey. 🩺🌍

🏥 Experience:

🌟 Dr. Ayfer Durak’s impactful medical journey unfolds with her early years as a dedicated Dr at Osmancık 1 no Health Clinic in Çorum from 1992 to 1993. Transitioning to the State Hospital in Eskişehir, she served as an Assistant in Internal Diseases from 1993 to 1998, showcasing her commitment to patient care and internal medicine. Dr. Durak’s expertise flourished further as she ascended to the role of an Expert in Internal Diseases at the State Hospital in Bursa from 1999 to 2019, contributing significantly to healthcare advancements. Her enduring dedication and proficiency mark her as a stalwart in the Turkish medical landscape. 🏥👩‍⚕️

👩‍⚕️Oral presentations:

🌟 Dr. Ayfer Durak, an esteemed medical professional, has made significant contributions to diverse medical fields, presenting groundbreaking research in national and international congresses. With a focus on acute leukemia, Alzheimer’s, and palliative care, her studies illuminate crucial aspects of patient care. Noteworthy presentations include evaluations of sleep quality in palliative care, the association of pressure injuries with cancer and cerebrovascular disease, and the correlation between chronic diseases, pressure ulcers, and mental health in palliative settings. Dr. Durak’s commitment to advancing medical knowledge is evident in her participation in esteemed congresses, solidifying her role as a leading figure in holistic patient care. 🏥🔬

🔬Publications:

• Association of sarcopenia and expression of interleukin-23 in colorectal cancer survival
• • Authors: A Durak, U Safer
  • Year: 2022
  • Journal: Clinical Nutrition 41 (5), 1148
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•  The relationship between pressure injuries and ultrasonographically measured rectus femoris muscle thickness
• • Authors: A Durak, VB Safer, NM Catikkas
  • Year: 2023
  • Journal: Journal of Tissue Viability
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• Comment on “Sarcopenia as a Predictor of Survival in Patients with Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma After Pancreatectomy”
• • Authors: A Durak, U Safer
  • Year: 2022
  • Journal: Annals of Surgical Oncology 29 (6), 3515-3516
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