5th Eastern Mediterranean International Medical Students' Congress has been held under the theme "Heart & Vessels: Art and Science of Life" at the Rauf Raif Denktaş Culture and Congress Center, Famagusta on May 23-24, 2025.
This year’s program featured two keynote speeches by distinguished medical professionals, student oral and poster presentations, career talks, and hands-on workshops.
EMIMSC 2025 Detailed Congress Schedule.pdfEMIMSC 2025 Abstract Book.pdf
Ord. Prof. Dr. Afksendiyos KALANGOS
Afksendiyos Kalangos (born September 11, 1960) is a Greek-Swiss cardiovascular surgeon. He currently serves as the Director of the Center for Congenital Heart and Tracheal Diseases at Euroclinic Hospital in Athens, Greece. He is also a full-time professor of Cardiovascular Surgery at Koç University in Istanbul, and formerly held a full-time professorship at the University of Geneva in Switzerland.
He is the founder and president of the Kalangos Foundation, the founder and president of the Global Forum on Humanitarian Medicine in Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery, and the co-founder and president of the Global Heart Network. Between 2014 and 2015, he served as President of the World Society for Cardiothoracic Surgery and currently acts as the Treasurer of the society.
Prof. Kalangos has authored over 300 articles published in various journals in the fields of cardiovascular surgery and cardiology. He also serves as the Editor-in-Chief of the journals JHCVM (Journal of Heart and Cardiovascular Medicine) and JPCHD (Journal of Pediatric Cardiology and Heart Diseases).
In addition, he is the inventor of the Kalangos biodegradable annuloplasty ring, a device particularly used in the repair of mitral and tricuspid valves in children.
Prof. Dr. Murat Aksoy was born on September 11, 1970, in Istanbul, Turkey. He completed his primary and secondary education at Şişli Terakki Levent Primary School and Kadıköy Anatolian High School. In 1994, he graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, earning his medical degree. He completed his residency in General Surgery at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 1999.
In 2000, he began working as a specialist doctor in the Department of General Surgery at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. Between 2004 and 2005, he worked for a year at the Henri Mondor Hospital in France, in the Department of Vascular and Endocrine Surgery, to advance his knowledge and skills in vascular surgery. In 2006, he successfully passed the examination organized by the Council of Higher Education and was awarded the title of Associate Professor.
Prof. Dr. Aksoy’s areas of interest include peripheral artery surgery, varicose veins, aneurysms, diabetic foot, endovascular surgery, and minimally invasive vascular surgery. He has published 33 international and 17 national articles, contributed to 9 international book chapters, and authored 4 Turkish books and chapters.
He also serves as an editor for the European Journal of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery and Trauma journals. He is a member of several professional associations, including the Turkish Surgical Society, National Society of Vascular Surgery, Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery, Phlebology Society, European Society for Vascular Surgery, and the International Society for Vascular Surgery.
Dr. Sümeyye Karapınar has achieved remarkable success in the field of ophthalmology. In 2019, she graduated from the Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU) Dr. Fazıl Küçük Faculty of Medicine in collaboration with the Marmara University International Joint Medical Program. After graduation, she specialized in ophthalmology and attained exceptional success in the European Board of Ophthalmology (EBO) exam. This accomplishment is a strong testament to her dedication and commitment to medical education.
Dr. Karapınar continues to advance her career with confidence, constantly enhancing her knowledge and skills in ophthalmology. Her internationally recognized success serves as an inspiring example for young physicians. Her progress and contributions in the field of medicine are met with appreciation both nationally and internationally within the medical community.
Dr. Björn K. Mulder is a specialist in orthopedic medicine based in Rotterdam and Dordrecht, the Netherlands. After completing his medical education at Erasmus University, he specialized in orthopedic medicine based on the Cyriax method, training under Dr. Jan Mens in Leiden. He has also pursued advanced training in Orthopedic Medicine in the United States, and has participated in various courses in Germany, the United Kingdom, and Mexico.
Dr. Mulder practices at his clinic, Rug en Gewrichtskliniek, where he offers non-surgical, evidence-based treatments. These include prolotherapy, platelet-rich plasma (PRP), hyaluronic acid, and ozone injections. He also provides care through techniques such as manual therapy and spinal decompression.
He serves as the Dutch representative of the European School of Prolotherapy, and teaches injection therapy courses for doctors at Erasmus MC. Additionally, he works closely with athletes as a consultant for the professional football club Feyenoord.
Dr. Mulder is highly regarded by his patients for his empathetic approach and effective treatment methods, and continues to achieve promising results in the management of chronic pain.
Accurate interpretation of radiological images plays a crucial role in the diagnostic process. This workshop covers fundamental radiology knowledge and systematic approaches to film reading. Participants will strengthen their clinical decision-making skills by evaluating chest X-rays, abdominal radiographs, and bone structures through common clinical scenarios. The training aims to blend theoretical knowledge with practical application.
In vitro fertilization (IVF), one of the assisted reproductive techniques in infertility treatment, requires both theoretical understanding and precise practical skills. This workshop covers the key stages of the IVF process, laboratory procedures, and patient management. Participants will gain insights into the tools, methods, and ethical considerations involved, while also experiencing the process through clinical examples.
The high levels of stress and concentration demands in medical practice can directly affect a physician’s mental well-being. This workshop aims to enhance participants’ mindfulness skills by helping them stay present and increase inner awareness. Breathing exercises, body awareness practices, and short meditation techniques will be used to support mind-body integration. The activity is designed to create a space for healthcare professionals to preserve their own well-being.
In this engaging and intellectually stimulating workshop, participants will collaborate in teams to solve a fictional murder case. Drawing inspiration from real-life forensic science and investigative methods, the activity challenges participants to analyze clues, interview characters, and piece together evidence to identify the perpetrator. Blending fun with critical thinking, this interactive session strengthens analytical reasoning and teamwork—skills that are equally valuable in medical practice.
Shrinky Dinks offer a playful introduction to material science and creativity. In this workshop, participants will draw or trace medical-themed or personalized designs onto shrinkable plastic sheets, then observe the transformation as heat reduces them to durable, miniature art pieces. This session provides a fun, nostalgic way to unwind and take home custom keychains, badges, or tokens.
This workshop introduces participants to the centuries-old art of woodblock printing. Through guided instruction, students will carve their own designs into wooden plates and print them on paper. The session promotes artistic expression while offering a relaxing and mindful break from academic intensity. Attendees will leave with their own handcrafted prints and a new appreciation for traditional art techniques.
In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn basic jewelry design techniques and have the chance to create their own bracelets, necklaces, or keychains. The focus will be on color harmony, material selection, and simple knotting methods, encouraging personal creativity. At the end of the session, participants will be able to take home a piece they crafted themselves.
Understanding anatomy is foundational in medical education, and this workshop offers a creative and tactile way to explore it. Participants will use play dough to sculpt various organs, enhancing their spatial awareness and retention of anatomical structures. The hands-on experience is designed to reinforce theoretical knowledge in a fun, interactive format, fostering both creativity and collaborative learning.
| 2024-2025 BOARD OF CHAIRS |
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| Cerenay ADIGÜZEL – President of EMUSRC |
| Arda ÖZGÖZ – President of EMIMSC |
| Duru EGE – Vice President of EMIMSC |
| Sonay ÖZACAR – General Secretary of EMUSRC |
| Cansu GENÇ – Activity Director |
| Bedirhan Arda TEKER – Communications and Activity Director |
| Elif Sude ÖNDER – Communications Director & PR |
| Fersu SALEL – Communications Director & PR |
| Hatice OKTAÇLI – Scientific Program Director |
| Nazlı ÖZÇELTİK – Finance & Sponsorship Director |
Dr. Berfu ÇERÇİ ÖNGÜN
Asst. Prof. Dr. Nimet İlke AKÇAY
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mümtaz GÜRAN
Our Dean, Prof. Dr. Nilüfer GÜZOĞLU
Our Vice Dean, Asst. Prof. Dr. Hatice EFEKAN
Our Faculty Administrative Officer Fezile BEYLER
Hatice OKTAÇLI (coordinator)
Bengü ÖZDEMİR
Berfin Su KAYMAK
Besime MERT
İlkay ERDOĞUŞ
Nehir EMEK
Yağmur TOPUZ
Zeynep ÖZER
Bedirhan Arda TEKER (coordinator)
Cansu GENÇ (coordinator)
Batuhan ÖZDEMİR
Biray BİLGİÇER
Ceren ZUBARİ
Dilan YANGIN
Emre AKBAŞ
Metehan ÖZZEYBEK
Pelinsu AĞAZADE
Fersu SALEL (coordinator)
Aylin AKSEL
Beyzanur ATEŞ
Çağla ÖZTÜRK
Dilay GÜLEÇ
Fisun HOCAOĞLU
Yasmin KAMKAR
Nazlı ÖZÇELTİK (coordinator)
İlke ÖZSAYGIN
İzgi ABBASOĞLU
Nehir TEKGÜÇ
Elif Sude ÖNDER (coordinator)
Algan İlke IŞIK
Ayşe Lara ÖZKAN
Başak ALKAN
Bora CELEP
Deniz ÇANGAL
Göksu SARIKAYA
İbrahim YILMAZ
İhsan ÖZALAN
Murat AKKUŞ
Seyyedeh Safa TALEGHANIZADEH
Zehra KABASAKAL
Boran GÜRSÖZ (coordinator)
Arın BEYAZ
Cafer Bora BAĞCI
Sayda Adiva DILKASH
Eastern Mediterranean International Medical Students Congress 2025
99628, Famagusta, North Cyprus
via Mersin 10, Turkiye
