Assoc. Prof. Dr. Adem Sümen | Public Health Nursing | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Adem Sümen has extensive professional experience in the field of nursing and public health. He currently serves as a faculty member at Akdeniz University’s Kumluca Faculty of Health Sciences, where he also holds the position of Deputy Head of the Department of Nursing. His career has included significant contributions as the Head of the Department of Nursing from 2022 to 2024. In addition to his academic roles, Dr. Sümen is deeply involved in the administrative and quality assurance processes at the university, actively participating in the Senate and other institutional initiatives. He has taught various courses, including epidemiology, biostatistics, public health nursing, occupational health and safety, and family health nursing, shaping the education of future health professionals. Dr. Sümen’s professional background also includes specialized training and certifications in areas such as occupational health, disaster health services, and nursing program development, which reflect his commitment to advancing public health and nursing practices.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Adem Sümen’s research interests are centered around public health, nursing practices, and health policy. His primary areas of focus include epidemiology, biostatistics, public health nursing, occupational health and safety, and family health nursing. Dr. Sümen is particularly interested in exploring the intersection of nursing practices with public health challenges, particularly in the context of occupational health, disaster health services, and the development of nursing programs. His research also delves into improving healthcare delivery systems and promoting the health and safety of diverse populations through evidence-based nursing interventions. Through his work, Dr. Sümen seeks to contribute to the advancement of nursing education, healthcare policies, and the implementation of sustainable health practices.