The University Clinical Center Tuzla (UKC Tuzla) is further strengthening its role as a regional leader in healthcare and education by signing a cooperation agreement with Yeditepe University Hospitals from Türkiye. This partnership aims to enhance the education and training of healthcare professionals, promote the exchange of expertise, and improve healthcare services for the citizens of Tuzla Canton through joint projects.
Prof. Dr. Šekib Umihanić, Director of UKC Tuzla, emphasized that the institution is committed to expanding collaboration not only with domestic healthcare facilities but also with international partners, with a particular focus on public healthcare institutions.
Prof. Dr. Šekib Umihanić, Director of the University Clinical Center Tuzla, emphasized that the Center is committed to strengthening collaboration not only with domestic healthcare institutions but also with international partners, with particular focus on public healthcare systems.
“This cooperation marks an important step in our mission to enhance healthcare services and the education of young doctors. Our partnership with Yeditepe University Hospitals will create opportunities for joint education programs, seminars, knowledge exchange, and professional development, with special emphasis on the exchange of young medical professionals. We believe this collaboration will bring long-term benefits to both institutions and significantly strengthen the healthcare system as a whole,” stated Director Umihanić.
The meeting was also attended by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Samed Jagodić, Head of the Urology Clinic at UKC Tuzla, and Dr. Rasim Agić, Head of the Kidney Transplantation Department and specialist urologist. Both underlined the importance of developing cooperation in the field of kidney transplantation with Yeditepe University Hospitals.
Representatives from Yeditepe University Hospitals expressed their gratitude for the warm welcome and affirmed their readiness for further collaboration, highlighting that this agreement marks the beginning of a partnership aimed at mutual growth and the exchange of professional expertise.
