# Ne oldu?
Prof. Dr. Nurullah Okumuş was born in 1972 in Aydın, Çine, Turkey. He graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine in 1995 and became a specialist in Child Health and Diseases in 2000 at Ankara Dr. Sami Ulus Maternity and Children's Diseases Hospital. In 2005, he completed his neonatology sub-specialization at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine. He further advanced his expertise with a fellowship at Texas Children's Hospital in Houston, USA, in 2006.
His academic career progressed steadily: he was appointed Associate Professor in 2010 and full Professor at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University in 2015. Beyond the classroom, Prof. Dr. Okumuş held significant administrative roles. Between 2016 and 2017, he served as the General Director of Health Services at the Turkish Ministry of Health. In this capacity, he was involved in national health initiatives, including Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) screening programs for newborns.
# Ayrıntılar
Prof. Dr. Okumuş has authored more than 150 scientific publications, with 121 articles published in international peer‑reviewed journals and 33 in national journals. He has contributed to numerous national and international conferences and has been recognized for his contributions to neonatology and pediatric care. His research and clinical focus remains on newborn health, respiratory support, and early diagnosis of genetic conditions.
# Neden önemli?
His dual role as a practicing neonatologist and a health system administrator allows him to bridge clinical practice and health policy. During his tenure as General Director, he contributed to the implementation of newborn screening protocols, aiming to improve early diagnosis and outcomes for conditions like SMA. His extensive publication record reflects a commitment to advancing medical knowledge in his field.
# Sırada ne var?
Prof. Dr. Okumuş continues his academic work at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University. He remains active in neonatology research and clinical practice. Given his background in both clinical care and health administration, he may continue to contribute to policy discussions regarding newborn health and screening programs in Turkey.