Prof. Bulent Hacihamdioglu biography:
Prof. Bulent Hacihamdioglu is a distinguished Pediatric Endocrinology specialist with expertise in managing conditions such as early puberty, diabetes, pediatric obesity, growth retardation, thyroid disorders, and bone diseases. With over two decades of experience, he has held prominent positions at esteemed institutions, including Istinye University and Istanbul Aydın University, where he currently serves as Head of Childhood Health and Diseases. Prof. Bulent Hacihamdioglu is actively involved in research, education, and clinical practice, contributing significantly to advancements in pediatric healthcare.
Prof. Bulent Hacihamdioglu areas of expertise:
- Early Puberty
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Short Stature
- Pediatric Obesity
- Thyroid Disorders
- Ambiguous Genitalia
- Osteoporosis
- Growth retardation
- Bone diseases (osteoclase)
Prof. Bulent Hacihamdioglu education:
- 1994–2000: GATA Faculty of Medicine, Ankara
- 2003–2007: GATA Pediatrics and Diseases
- 2008–2011: Pediatric Endocrinology, Ankara University
- 2014: Associate Professor in Pediatric Endocrinology
- 2019: Professor, Istinye University Faculty of Medicine
Professional Experience:
- 2001–2003: Special Forces Command, Ankara
- 2007–2008: Military Hospital, Etimesgut/Ankara
- 2011–2013: GATA Medical Faculty Hospital, Ankara
- 2013–2017: Süleymaniye Gynecology and Pediatrics Research Hospital
- 2017–2020: Faculty Member, Istinye University Faculty of Medicine
- 2020–Present: Head of Childhood Health and Diseases, Istanbul Aydın University
Professional membership:
Prof. Hacihamdioglu is a member of several professional organizations, including:
- Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes Association
- European Society of Pediatric Endocrinology (ESPE)
- Istanbul Medical Chamber
Awards:
He has received multiple awards for his contributions to pediatric endocrinology, including:
- First Prize for an oral presentation at the XVI. National Pediatric Endocrine and Diabetes Congress in 2014.
- Second Prize for an oral presentation at the XVI. National Pediatric Endocrine and Diabetes Congress in 2012.
