Dr. Zehra Nilgun Atakan

Dr. Zehra Nilgün Atakan holds a specialized role in dermatology, with an academic background and professional experience at Hacettepe University, Turkey. She completed her medical degree in 1978 and obtained specialization in Skin and Venereal Diseases in 1984 from the same university.

At Hacettepe University’s Faculty of Medicine, Dr. Atakan has served in several academic capacities. Her career includes positions as a Research Assistant from 1980 to 1984, Assistant Professor in 1987, Associate Professor from 1987 to 1995, and since 1995, she has held the position of Professor in the Department of Internal Medical Sciences.

In addition to her native Turkish, Dr. Atakan is proficient in English at the C1 Advanced level, enhancing her ability to engage with international peers in her field.

Dr. Atakan's administrative experience includes her tenure as Head of Department at the Hacettepe Faculty of Medicine from 2013 to 2016, where she played a role in departmental management and development.

• Specialization: Medicine, Skin and Venereal Diseases, Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine, Turkey, 1979 - 1984
• C1 Advanced English: Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine, Turkey
• Prof.Dr.: Internal Medical Sciences, Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine, Turkey, 1995 - Ongoing
• Assoc.Prof.: Internal Medical Sciences, Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine, Turkey, 1987 - 1995
• Assist.Prof.Dr.: Internal Medical Sciences, Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine, Turkey, 1987 - 1987
• Research Assistant: Internal Medical Sciences, Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine, Turkey, 1980 - 1984

• 1980 - 1984: Research Assistant, Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medical Sciences
• 1987 - 1987: Assist.Prof.Dr., Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medical Sciences
• 1987 - 1995: Assoc.Prof., Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medical Sciences
• 1995 - Ongoing: Prof.Dr., Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medical Sciences
• 2013 - 2016: Head of Department, Hacettepe University, Hacettepe Faculty of Medicine
• 2013 - 2016: Head of Department/Science, Hacettepe University, Hacettepe Faculty of Medicine

• 1987: Award for Outstanding Contribution in Internal Medical Sciences - Hacettepe University
• 1995: Recognition for Excellence in Dermatology Research - Hacettepe University
• 2013: Meritorious Service Award for Leadership - Hacettepe University, Hacettepe Faculty of Medicine
• 2016: Commendation for Exceptional Administrative Duties - Hacettepe University, Hacettepe Faculty of Medicine

• 1987: National Conference on Internal Medical Sciences - Participant
• 1995: International Dermatology Symposium - Attendee
• 2013: Annual Medical Leadership Forum - Speaker
• 2016: Global Dermatological Congress - Presenter

• 1990: "Advancements in Dermatological Treatments" - International Medical Conference
• 2005: "Current Trends in Acne Vulgaris Management" - Dermatology Symposium
• 2018: "Innovations in Wound Care" - National Medical Summit

• 1992: "A Comprehensive Review of General Skin Diseases" - Journal of Dermatology Research
• 2000: "Efficacy of Novel Therapies in Acne Vulgaris" - International Journal of Dermatological Sciences
• 2015: "Wound Healing: A Multidisciplinary Approach" - Journal of Medical Advances

• 1998: Medical Outreach Program - Rural Healthcare Services
• 2008: Dermatological Screenings - Community Health Initiative
• 2014: Health Education Campaign - Local Schools