09-10, 09:00–10:00 (Europe/Istanbul), Humanitarian + Transverse Activities + Global Outreach 2
This program offers a comprehensive review of core competencies in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. It covers foundational clinical knowledge, essential surgical skills, and emerging technologies, providing a robust framework for resident and specialist training.
Outcome Objectives Participants will be able to:
Apply current evidence-based guidelines for common otolaryngologic disorders.
Identify key anatomical landmarks for safe and effective surgical procedures.
Describe the role of new diagnostic and therapeutic technologies in patient care.
Background The field of otolaryngology demands a unique combination of medical knowledge and surgical precision. Continuous, high-quality training is essential to navigate the complexities of head and neck anatomy and ensure superior patient outcomes.
This program offers a comprehensive review of core competencies in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. It covers foundational clinical knowledge, essential surgical skills, and emerging technologies, providing a robust framework for resident and specialist training.
Ayşenur Meriç Hafız was born in Ankara in 1975. She graduated from Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine in 1998. She completed her specialist training in the Department of Ear, Nose and Throat at Bezmialem University Faculty of Medicine in 2003. She became Assistant Professor in 2010, Associate Professor in 2011, and Professor at the same university in 2017. She worked as a Research Assistant in the Head and Neck Cancer Clinic at the Cleveland Clinic Head and Neck Institute in the United States between 2006-2007. Prof. Dr. Ayşenur Meriç Hafız has been working at Koç University Hospital between 2017-2022.
He continues his academic and clinical work in the fields of Otorhinolaryngology and Medical Education. In his clinical practice, he particularly focuses on sleep surgery, prioritizing patient safety, functional outcomes, and evidence-based approaches. His academic interests include surgical skills training, competency-based medical education, and assessment and evaluation methodologies. In these areas, he conducts studies on structured assessment systems and performance-based educational models.
Education
· Faculty of Medicine – Hacettepe University (1983–1989)
· Residency in Otorhinolaryngology – Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital (1989–1994)
· M.Ed. (Measurement and Evaluation in Education) – Hoca Ahmet Yesevi International Turk-Kazakh University (2013–2015)
· M.Sc. in Medical Education – Akdeniz University (2014–2016)
· Ph.D. in Medical Education and Informatics – Akdeniz University (2017–2024)