World Radiology Day Celebrated with Enthusiasm at Mersin University

The "Career Symposium," organized jointly by Mersin University's School of Health Services and Mersin University Hospital's Department of Radiology, was held for the fourth time this year, drawing strong participation from academics, students, and healthcare professionals, as part of World Radiology Day.

The event was held on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at the Nevit Kodallı Chamber Music Application and Research Center.

The opening ceremony was attended by Prof. Dr. Gülay Altun Uğraş, Director of MEÜ Vocational School of Health Services, and Prof. Dr. F. Demir Apaydın, Head of the Department of Radiology at MEÜ Hospital. Captain Dr. Esad Fevzi, a pioneer of Turkish radiology, was commemorated with an AI-enhanced video.

In her speech, Prof. Dr. Gülay Altun Uğraş emphasized that radiology has become one of the cornerstones of modern medicine and discussed the contributions of technological advances to diagnostic and therapeutic processes. He also touched upon the development of the Mersin University Radiology Technician Program, expressing his belief that students will be among the important stakeholders who will raise the quality of healthcare services in the future.

In his opening remarks, Prof. Dr. F. Demir Apaydın noted that the first event was led by Professor Meltem Nass Duce, who passed away in 2023. He also commemorated Professor Meltem Nass Duce, who passed away in 2023. He stated that the program has become stronger with increasing interest and contributions each year. Emphasizing that radiology is one of the fundamental cornerstones of modern medicine, Apaydın emphasized the dynamism that technological innovations bring to the profession. He stated that in addition to scientific advancements, professional solidarity and team spirit are also strengthened by such events.

The event was moderated by Esra Yılmaz, a second-year student in the MEU School of Health Sciences Medical Imaging Techniques Program.

The presentations prepared by students in the first session of the symposium attracted considerable attention:

Zilan Arpa presented "Radiology from Past to Present," recounting the historical development of radiology.

Aleyna Şimşek presented "Radiology from Present to Artificial Intelligence," explaining the impact of technology in medical imaging.

Berfin Adan highlighted misconceptions in her presentation "Urban Legends in Radiology."

Eftelia Balon addressed safety precautions in her speech "The Unseen Danger: MRI Accidents."

Elif Naz Korkmaz and Tuğba Barutçu shared their experiences during the transition to the profession in their presentation "Career Journey in Medical Imaging."

A panel discussion, held in the second part of the symposium, evaluated radiology practices in public, private, and university hospitals.

The panel was moderated by Lecturer Müge Bölükkaya.

The panel included: Mehmet Mert Çolak (Radiology Technician at Tarsus State Hospital) and Nüşen Arslan (Radiology Manager at Private Mersin Middle East Hospital) were the speakers.

The panel discussed experiences in organizing radiology services at different institutions, patient safety practices, effective use of device technologies, and team communication. Informative content about career paths was provided. Challenges and advantages encountered in the field, as well as the procedures at different institutions, were discussed. Students actively posed questions throughout the panel, gaining insight into different aspects of the profession.

A quiz competition was held at the end of the event, giving students the opportunity to test their knowledge in radiology. Prizes were presented to the students who won the competition.

Following this, a dance performance and musical recital prepared by the students added color to the event.

Soloists Kader Türk, Merve Nur Önel, Burcu Merve Güven, and Kevser Akbayrak, accompanied by a saz ensemble (Seyfi Şefik, Metin Elçi, F. Demir Apaydın), received great acclaim for their performances.

The technical infrastructure and visual recordings of the event were carried out by MEU Vocational School of Health Sciences students Ferhat Kiraz and Özgür Büyük. The poster design was prepared by Perihan Direkli, and students volunteered at every stage of the organization.

The program concluded with the presentation of certificates of appreciation, the cutting of the cake, and a group photo.

The event not only strengthened students' academic knowledge and skills but also provided them with the opportunity to increase their career awareness by connecting directly with industry representatives.

With the "World Radiology Day Career Symposium," Mersin University's School of Health Services highlighted the development of radiology and offered students a comprehensive program combining scientific, artistic, and social aspects.