PEDIATRICIAN ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE Turkey
Aylin Yetim Şahin is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. She specializes in adolescent health, focusing on genetic and epigenetic changes in various conditions. With over two decades of medical experience, she has significantly contributed to pediatric and adolescent health research.
Profile
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Education
Aylin graduated from Istanbul University in 2004 with a medical degree and specialized in pediatrics in 2010. In 2019, she began a PhD program in Adolescent Health at the same institution, highlighting her commitment to continuous learning and specialization.
Experience
After completing her pediatric specialization, Aylin worked at a state hospital from 2010 to 2013. She joined Istanbul University’s Adolescent Health Unit as a specialist in 2013 and earned her Associate Professor title in 2019. Her career is marked by a dedication to improving adolescent health.
Research Interests
Aylin’s research focuses on adolescent health, particularly genetic and epigenetic changes in obese adolescents and those with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Her work also covers hormone levels in polycystic ovary syndrome and innovative healthcare methods for disabled children.
Awards
Aylin has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to pediatrics and adolescent health. She has received several awards for her research, including funding from Istanbul University for various scientific projects.
Publications
Aylin has authored numerous papers in esteemed journals. Her work includes studies on hormone levels in adolescents with polycystic ovary syndrome and the impact of cardiac iron load in thalassemia patients. For instance: