Cihad Dündar

Cihad Dündar is a Professor at Ondokuz Mayıs University, Faculty of Medicine, with appointments in both the Department of Internal Medicine and Department of Public Health. He earned his undergraduate degree from Ege University (1984) and completed his medical expertise at Ondokuz Mayıs University (1990).

• Academic Positions:
  • Professor (2006–Present), Associate Professor (2000–2006), Assistant Professor (1996–2000), Research Assistant (1987–1990) at Ondokuz Mayıs University
  • Managerial Roles: Head of Department (2018–2021), Executive Board Member (2007–2010), Director of Vocational School (1999–2000)

Research Interests span Pediatric Endocrinology, Social Pediatrics, Epidemiology, and Public Health, with a focus on obesity, metabolic syndrome, tobacco exposure, mental health, and health policy. His work often integrates Environmental Medicine and Social Determinants of Health, particularly in child and maternal health.

Publications (selected from 2025–2021) reveal trends in Obesity Research, Sexual Health, Pandemic Response, and Health Systems Analysis. Notable studies include predictive models for metabolic syndrome and investigations into vaccine hesitancy.

• Scientific Awards:
  • Dr. Tahsin Fıratlı Uluslararası Tüberküloz Yayın Ödülü (2020)

Thesis Advisory includes 10 supervised students in areas like Child Health, Public Health, and Mental Health. He also serves as a peer reviewer for journals in Pediatrics, Public Health, and Psychiatry.