Research Article

One of the Shining Stars of Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, the Founder of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology in Türkiye: Prof. Dr. Ayhan (Okçuoğlu) Çavdar

Volume: 77 Number: 4 December 31, 2024
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One of the Shining Stars of Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, the Founder of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology in Türkiye: Prof. Dr. Ayhan (Okçuoğlu) Çavdar

Abstract

Objectives: Ibn Haldun states, “People are born, grow, age, and die”, in this cycle, humanity takes actions to make sense of their lives from the moment of existence, striving to create its own story of existence throughout history. In our study, the life of Ayhan Çavdar and her scientific and social endeavors are intended to be investigated according to the methods of medical history research. Materials and Methods: The biography of Prof. Dr. Çavdar and her contributions to science were examined using qualitative research methods, including interviews with her close relatives, records from the family archives, as well as records from the TBMM-Grand National Assembly of Türkiye and newspapers. Results: Prof. Dr. Çavdar solidified her existence in the world through her professional or social endeavors and the honorable personality she displayed. In addition to her contributions to the field of health, her sensitivity to professional ethics has provided a perspective to many individuals working in healthcare, contributing to her own success and the perpetuation of her name. Prof. Dr. Çavdar has endeavored to contribute to various fields of science beyond her professional career, serving as the founding president of the Turkish Academy of Sciences, and maintaining memberships in the Turkish Hematology Society and the Atatürk Thought Society, demonstrating her dedication to any action aimed at benefiting society. Conclusion: Understanding Çavdar not only has the potential to open new windows for scientists and young medical professionals but also serves as an example to scientists due to the many qualities that reflect an honorable life. Keywords: Ayhan Okcuoglu Cavdar, Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, biography, pediatric hematology and oncology

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

December 31, 2024

Submission Date

March 28, 2024

Acceptance Date

September 18, 2024

Published in Issue

Year 2024 Volume: 77 Number: 4

APA
Öztürk Karataş, H. (2024). One of the Shining Stars of Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, the Founder of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology in Türkiye: Prof. Dr. Ayhan (Okçuoğlu) Çavdar. Ankara Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Mecmuası, 77(4), 332-343. https://doi.org/10.4274/atfm.galenos.2024.07830
AMA
1.Öztürk Karataş H. One of the Shining Stars of Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, the Founder of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology in Türkiye: Prof. Dr. Ayhan (Okçuoğlu) Çavdar. Ankara Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Mecmuası. 2024;77(4):332-343. doi:10.4274/atfm.galenos.2024.07830
Chicago
Öztürk Karataş, Hülya. 2024. “One of the Shining Stars of Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, the Founder of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology in Türkiye: Prof. Dr. Ayhan (Okçuoğlu) Çavdar”. Ankara Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Mecmuası 77 (4): 332-43. https://doi.org/10.4274/atfm.galenos.2024.07830.
EndNote
Öztürk Karataş H (December 1, 2024) One of the Shining Stars of Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, the Founder of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology in Türkiye: Prof. Dr. Ayhan (Okçuoğlu) Çavdar. Ankara Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Mecmuası 77 4 332–343.
IEEE
[1]H. Öztürk Karataş, “One of the Shining Stars of Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, the Founder of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology in Türkiye: Prof. Dr. Ayhan (Okçuoğlu) Çavdar”, Ankara Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Mecmuası, vol. 77, no. 4, pp. 332–343, Dec. 2024, doi: 10.4274/atfm.galenos.2024.07830.
ISNAD
Öztürk Karataş, Hülya. “One of the Shining Stars of Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, the Founder of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology in Türkiye: Prof. Dr. Ayhan (Okçuoğlu) Çavdar”. Ankara Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Mecmuası 77/4 (December 1, 2024): 332-343. https://doi.org/10.4274/atfm.galenos.2024.07830.
JAMA
1.Öztürk Karataş H. One of the Shining Stars of Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, the Founder of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology in Türkiye: Prof. Dr. Ayhan (Okçuoğlu) Çavdar. Ankara Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Mecmuası. 2024;77:332–343.
MLA
Öztürk Karataş, Hülya. “One of the Shining Stars of Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, the Founder of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology in Türkiye: Prof. Dr. Ayhan (Okçuoğlu) Çavdar”. Ankara Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Mecmuası, vol. 77, no. 4, Dec. 2024, pp. 332-43, doi:10.4274/atfm.galenos.2024.07830.
Vancouver
1.Hülya Öztürk Karataş. One of the Shining Stars of Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, the Founder of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology in Türkiye: Prof. Dr. Ayhan (Okçuoğlu) Çavdar. Ankara Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Mecmuası. 2024 Dec. 1;77(4):332-43. doi:10.4274/atfm.galenos.2024.07830