Visit to Afyonkarahisar Health Sciences University Gastroenterology Clinic

The Afyonkarahisar Health Sciences University (AFSÜ) Hospital Gastroenterology Clinic hosted Turkish Society of Gastroenterology President Prof. Dr. Ayhan Hilmi Çekin. During the visit, the contributions of tertiary-level gastroenterology services to the regional healthcare infrastructure were discussed.

The Gastroenterology Clinic, which provides services for the diagnosis and treatment of digestive system and liver diseases at Afyonkarahisar Health Sciences University Hospital, was visited by Turkish Society of Gastroenterology President Prof. Dr. Ayhan Hilmi Çekin. Following the visit, Prof. Dr. Çekin met with AFSÜ Rector Prof. Dr. Adem Aslan to discuss the contributions of clinical services to the regional healthcare system. Dr. Osman Sağlam, a faculty member in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology at the AFSÜ Faculty of Medicine, was also present at the reception.

Prof. Dr. Ayhan Hilmi Çekin drew attention to the importance of tertiary-level gastroenterology clinics, which are needed in every province of Turkey, operating within AFSÜ. Stating that the launch of the clinic contributes to enhancing the quality of healthcare services in the region, Çekin thanked the university administration for the support provided.

AFSÜ Rector Prof. Dr. Adem Aslan stated that they prioritize the development of specialized healthcare fields at the university hospital. Noting that they aim to increase service capacity in branches needed by citizens, Aslan expressed that university hospitals undertake important responsibilities in terms of specialized training and scientific research, alongside treatment services.

Evaluating the commencement of gastroenterology services as a significant development for the regional healthcare infrastructure, Rector Aslan stated that they will continue to work to contribute further to meeting the healthcare needs of the local population.