Yasemin ŞAHBAZ

Yasemin ŞAHBAZ serves as an Assistant Professor, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences, and Department Head of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation at Beykent University. She also holds an academic position at Istanbul Okan University's Institute of Graduate Education in the Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Master's program. With extensive administrative experience including roles as Program Head and Department Head, Dr. ŞAHBAZ has established herself as a prominent figure in Turkish physiotherapy education.

Dr. ŞAHBAZ's research interests span multiple domains of physiotherapy and rehabilitation medicine. Her primary focus areas include cardiovascular rehabilitation, pediatric rehabilitation (particularly for cerebral palsy patients), neurological rehabilitation for conditions like multiple sclerosis, and orthopedic rehabilitation. She has made significant contributions to specialized rehabilitation techniques including vestibular rehabilitation, mirror therapy, and kinesiology taping applications.

Analysis of Dr. ŞAHBAZ's recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on evidence-based rehabilitation approaches across various patient populations. Her work demonstrates particular expertise in post-operative rehabilitation following cardiac surgery, management of cerebral palsy complications, and innovative treatment methods for neurological conditions. The interdisciplinary nature of her research connects physiotherapy with cardiology, neurology, and orthopedics, reflecting a comprehensive approach to patient care.

Dr. ŞAHBAZ actively mentors graduate students, currently supervising research on topics including comparative effectiveness of rehabilitation methods for lumbar disc herniation and post-operative care for cardiac surgery patients. Her leadership extends to administrative roles where she shapes curriculum development and academic standards for physiotherapy education at Beykent University.

As an active member of both the Turkish Cardiovascular Surgery Association and Turkish Physiotherapists Association, Dr. ŞAHBAZ contributes to the professional community through conference presentations and collaborative research efforts across Turkey and internationally.