Curriculum Vitae
Curriculum Vitae
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Yale University — New Haven, CT, USA PhD in Health Policy and Management (Economics Track) · PhD candidate · Expected August 2028
Erasmus University Rotterdam — Rotterdam, the Netherlands MSc in Health Economics, Policy & Law · Completed July 2023 Thesis: Regulation of Artificial Intelligence in Medicine: Upholding Public Health — Awarded Thesis of the Year
Koç University — Istanbul, Türkiye Doctor of Medicine (MD) · Completed July 2022 · Graduated with distinction, ranking third in the class
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science — Rochester, MN, USA Visiting Medical Student Clerkships in Cardiovascular Medicine · June – July 2022 · High-Pass
Koç University — Istanbul, Türkiye Bachelor of Arts in International Relations (Minor: Economics) · Completed July 2022 GPA 3.89/4.00 · First-Class Honors · ranking first in the class · Minor GPA 4.00/4.00
Istanbul Atatürk Science High School — Istanbul, Türkiye Completed June 2015 · Outstanding Achievement & Honor Certificate · graduation grade 94.89/100
Research & Work Experience
Statistical Consultant for Research — Yale University · 2025 – ongoing
- Provide quantitative consulting on study design, data management, and statistical analysis plans for applied research projects.
- Perform regression modeling, hypothesis testing, and model diagnostics, and interpret results for research teams in clear, nontechnical terms.
- Develop reproducible analysis workflows using statistical programming and documentation tools.
- Recommend appropriate analytical methods and sensitivity checks to strengthen validity and transparency of research findings.
Research Assistant — Tobacco Microsimulation — Yale University · May 2024 – August 2025 · Hybrid
- Developed microsimulation models in R to analyze maternal and infant health impacts of nicotine product standards.
- Cleaned and harmonized National Vital Statistics System natality data for accurate modeling.
- Estimated transition probabilities for smoking cessation and pregnancy-related morbidity, supporting downstream policy analysis.
- Served as lead author on a conference abstract for the Society for Medical Decision Making.
Graduate Researcher in Health Technology Assessment — Erasmus University Rotterdam · 2022 – 2023
- Led systematic literature reviews on regulatory frameworks and AI/ML applications in healthcare.
- Conducted feasibility assessments and critical appraisals of academic and grey literature to support policy.
- Produced evidence-based summaries and communication materials for health innovation and access strategies.
- Supported stakeholder engagement through literature synthesis and value-narrative development.
Undergraduate Researcher in Nephrology (Prof. Kanbay’s group) — Koç University · 2019 – 2022
- Conducted meta-analyses and systematic reviews on the effects of SGLT2 inhibitors.
- Supported clinical research evaluating a sugar beverage by recruiting volunteers and collecting blood samples.
- Co-authored multiple peer-reviewed publications.
Undergraduate Researcher — Public Health (Millennium Fellowship) — Koç University · 2021 – 2022
- Prepared questionnaires assessing demographics, health knowledge, and attitudes of university students.
- Designed peer-led reproductive-health education programs and evaluated their impact on knowledge and attitudes.
Summer Undergraduate Researcher (IFMSA Research Exchange) — University of Castilla-La Mancha, Spain · July 2019
- Worked in the biochemistry laboratory of Prof. Inmaculada Ballesteros Yáñez.
- Detected neuronal changes in mice after cocaine administration via Western Blot and microscopy.
Undergraduate Researcher — Microbiology (Prof. Can’s lab) — Koç University · 2017 – 2019
- Identified virulence factors of colistin-resistant K. pneumoniae via PCR; genotyped isolates by MLST.
- Detected neutrophil extracellular traps via confocal microscopy.
- Presented at the 29th European Congress of Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases (ECCMID).
- Co-authored publication in Biology (doi.org/10.3390/biology10050436).
Teaching Experience
Teaching Fellow — HPM 560: Health Economics & U.S. Health Policy — Yale School of Public Health · Spring 2026
- Non-stipend Teaching Fellow for HPM 560.
- Led office hours and discussion sessions to enhance student understanding of complex topics in health economics and U.S. health policy.
- Graded analytical assignments to assess student performance.
Teaching Fellow — HPM 570: Cost-Effectiveness Analysis and Decision-Making — Yale School of Public Health · Fall 2025
- Supported students in mastering Markov modeling and probabilistic sensitivity analysis for the core decision-analysis course.
- Conducted weekly office hours to provide personalized assistance.
- Graded assignments and exams.
Teaching Fellow — HPM 597: Capstone Course in Health Policy — Yale School of Public Health · Spring 2025
- Facilitated class discussions and provided constructive feedback on student assignments.
- Delivered a full guest lecture on policy entrepreneurship, linking theoretical frameworks to real-world cases.
- Collaborated with the course instructor to refine content and improve student learning experiences.
Teaching Fellow — HPM 570: Cost-Effectiveness Analysis and Decision-Making — Yale School of Public Health · Fall 2024
- Supported the core decision-analytic methods course in the HPM master’s program.
- Held weekly office hours assisting students with Markov modeling, decision trees, and cost-effectiveness analysis.
- Graded assignments and exams.
Instructor — Yale Summer Enrichment Medical Academy (YSEMA): Introduction to Research — Yale School of Medicine · Summer 2024
- Designed and delivered lectures on research design, ethics, methodology, and data analysis for undergraduates preparing for medical school.
Administrative & Professional Work Experience
GSAS Professional Experience Fellow — Yale School of Medicine · 2023 – 2025
- Supported the School of Medicine’s academic and administrative projects through strategic evaluation and quantitative analysis.
- Conducted follow-up data analysis on the school’s alumni database to inform program planning and reporting.
- Contributed analytic and writing support across a portfolio of school-level initiatives.
Student Assistant — UNIC (European University of Post-Industrial Cities) — Erasmus University Rotterdam · 2022 – 2023
- Supported timesheet management, mailbox coordination, and student-engagement events for the UNIC project.
Work & Study, Dean’s Office — Koç University, School of Medicine · 2017 – 2019
- Managed social media accounts for KUSOM, enhancing online presence and engagement.
- Acted as liaison between the student body and the Dean’s Office.
- Contributed to policy development and campus initiatives through student representation.
Honors and Awards
- Thesis of the Year Award in Health Economics, Policy & Law (2023)
- Jean Monnet Scholarship (2022 – 2023)
- Holland Scholarship (2022 – 2023)
- TEV Dr. Orhan Birman Honorable Mention for Medical Research (2022)
- Vehbi Koç Scholars Honor Prize (2017, 2018, 2019)
- Honor Certificate & Outstanding Achievement Certificate (2015)
- Regional Third Place — TÜBİTAK Biology Olympiad First Step Exam (2014)
- TÜBİTAK National Biology Olympiad Silver Medal (2014)
Leadership, Teamwork & Voluntary Activities
Millennium Fellow & Team Leader, Class of 2021 — Project: Reproductive Health for All · Aug – Dec 2021
- Selected as a Millennium Fellow out of 25,000+ applicants.
- Led the “Reproductive Health for All” project, helping >300 university students gain accurate knowledge on reproductive and sexual health through peer-produced online education.
Student Volunteer & Student Workforce Leader — Global Symposium on Health Workforce Accreditation (ECFMG & WHO) · Dec 2019
- Managed a team of 25 student volunteers in coordination with the ECFMG team.
Treasurer (2017–18) & President (2018–19) — Koç University Medical Students’ Association (KUMSA) · 2017 – 2019
Finance Assistant (2017–18) & Treasurer (2018–19) — European Medical Students’ Association (EMSA), Brussels · 2017 – 2019
Treasurer (2017) & President (2018, 2019) — Koç University, Synapsist Summer School · 2017 – 2019
Student Mentor — TÜBİTAK Biology Olympiad National Summer School · September 2015
Student Coordinator and Mentor — Istanbul Atatürk Science High School Biology Olympiad Team · 2014 – 2015
Skills
- Coding: R (full professional proficiency); Python (beginner)
- Languages: English (full professional proficiency); Turkish (native); Dutch (beginner)
- Methods: decision modeling, cost-effectiveness analysis, microsimulation, regression analysis, systematic review and meta-analysis, health technology assessment
Memberships & Professional Affiliations
European Medical Students’ Association (EMSA) · Koç University Medical Students’ Association (KUMSA) · International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA)
Medical Education & Educational Committee Service
- Standardized patient in Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (2021 – 2022)
- Essential Skills in Medical Education (ESME Student) — AMEE course completed (April 2021)
- Student representative, Curriculum Development & Coordination Committee (2020 – 2022)
- Student representative of the KUSOM ‘22 class (2016 – 2022)
- Student representative, Koç University School of Medicine Assessment Committee (2018 – 2019)
Publications
The complete and current list of peer-reviewed publications, preprints, and conference presentations is maintained on the Publications page of this site.
Google Scholar · ORCID iD 0000-0001-5503-5305
Interests
Health Economics · Health Policy · Public Health · Global Health · Medical Education · Architecture
Last updated May 2026. CV is maintained directly on this site.