The Director of the University Clinical Center Tuzla, Prof. Dr. Šekib Umihanić, hosted a ceremonial reception and contract-signing event for 29 young doctors who earned the right to begin their specialist training at this healthcare institution.
The selection process was conducted in accordance with applicable regulations and established criteria. The opportunity for specialization was awarded to the most successful graduates of the Faculty of Medicine, University of Tuzla, specifically those who completed their studies within the prescribed timeframe, achieved outstanding academic results, and obtained the required number of points in line with federal regulations, including points based on previous work experience.
Addressing the attendees, Director Umihanić emphasized that awarding specialization contracts reflects the continuous commitment of the management of the University Clinical Center Tuzla to the education and professional advancement of medical staff. He also highlighted the importance of lifelong personal investment in both the medical profession and scientific development, stressing that dedicated work and continuous learning are the foundation of long- term professional growth and the delivery of high-quality healthcare services to patients.
On behalf of the new residents, Dr. Belkisa Hasanović, a gold- medal graduate of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Tuzla and future resident in neurology, addressed the gathering.
According to Dr. Hasanović, being awarded a specialization represents the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and commitment throughout her six years of medical studies, as well as a great source of pride and happiness for both her and her colleagues.
Among the young doctors who received specialization contracts was Dr. Blanka Đulabić, a future resident in pathology, who emphasized that pathology is a demanding branch of medicine that requires lifelong learning, continuous education, and constant professional improvement.
Dr. Semir Hadžić, a future resident in internal medicine, expressed his belief that the knowledge and experience he has gained so far during his doctoral studies, particularly in the fields of cardiovascular diseases and internal medicine, will contribute to improving healthcare services for the citizens of the Tuzla Canton.
Welcoming the young doctors, the Director of the University Clinical Center Tuzla, Prof. Dr. Šekib Umihanić, emphasized that important professional challenges, but also continuous opportunities for growth and advancement, lie ahead of them. “The University Clinical Center Tuzla is a healthcare institution that provides secondary and tertiary healthcare services for the population of the Tuzla Canton, neighboring cantons, and part of the Republika Srpska entity, covering approximately half a million inhabitants. For this reason, in accordance with institutional plans and healthcare needs, we continuously develop specialization and subspecialization plans, which are submitted to the Institute of Public Health and the Ministry of Health of Tuzla Canton. After harmonization with the applicable norms and standards, the plans are forwarded to the Ministry of Health of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, which makes the final decision,” stated Prof. Dr. Umihanić.
He added that during 2025, the University Clinical Center Tuzla announced 59 specializations across various fields of medicine.
“I would especially like to emphasize that we are satisfied because we have successfully addressed the staffing needs that emerged due to the retirement of a number of colleagues. For 2026, we have planned 58 new specializations. In the meantime, we have identified additional staffing requirements, and we will therefore seek to expand the proposed plan accordingly,” said Prof. Dr. Umihanić.
The vision of the University Clinical Center Tuzla remains focused on maintaining its position as a regional leader in healthcare excellence through continuous investment in staff education, scientific research, and the implementation of modern medical achievements and technologies.
