Prof.Dr. Nilüfer Demirsoy at Eskişehir Osmangazi University Faculty Of Health Sciences Department Of Nursing, Turkey
Prof. Dr. Nilüfer Demirsoy is a distinguished scholar in medical ethics and the history of medicine, currently serving as a Professor at Eskişehir Osmangazi University’s Faculty of Medicine, Department of Basic Medical Sciences. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from Dokuz Eylül University, and both a Master’s (2002–2005) and PhD (2006–2013) in the History of Medicine and Ethics from Eskişehir Osmangazi University, where her research focused on patient–provider communication and pediatric quality-of-life assessment tools. Since joining the university in 2003, she has progressed through the academic ranks—Research Assistant, Lecturer, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and now Professor—while leading research projects on AI-supported informed consent and spiritual health tools, and serving as a key member of doctoral examination and faculty appointment committees.
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Education
Prof. Dr. Nilüfer Demirsoy has cultivated a strong academic background in nursing, medical ethics, and the history of medicine. She began her higher education at Dokuz Eylül University, where she completed her undergraduate degree in Nursing between 1996 and 2001. Driven by a passion for the ethical dimensions of healthcare, she pursued her Master’s degree in the History of Medicine and Ethics at Eskişehir Osmangazi University from 2002 to 2005, completing a thesis focused on ethical communication—specifically, the dynamics of truth-telling from the perspectives of patients and healthcare teams. Continuing her academic journey at the same institution, she earned her Doctorate (Ph.D.) in the History of Medicine and Ethics from 2006 to 2013. Her doctoral dissertation investigated the validity and reliability of the “Child Health and Illness Profile (CHIP)” quality-of-life scale for children aged 6–17, reflecting her continued commitment to improving healthcare through ethical and culturally informed research. This progressive and interdisciplinary educational foundation has positioned her as a leading scholar in the fields of medical ethics, nursing, and bioethics.
Experience
Prof. Dr. Nilüfer Demirsoy has built a rich and progressive academic career at Eskişehir Osmangazi University, spanning over two decades in the field of medical ethics and the history of medicine. She began her professional journey as a Research Assistant in the Department of Basic Medical Sciences at the Faculty of Medicine in 2003, a role she held until 2015, actively engaging in both teaching and academic support. From 2015 to 2017, she served as a Lecturer, contributing to course instruction and academic development. In 2017, she was promoted to Assistant Professor, a position in which she expanded her teaching, research, and student supervision responsibilities. Her continued scholarly output and institutional involvement led to her appointment as an Associate Professor in 2019, a role she held until 2025. During this period, she actively participated in academic committees, doctoral thesis monitoring, and interdisciplinary research projects. In 2025, she was elevated to the rank of Professor, marking the pinnacle of her academic progression. Throughout her career, Prof. Demirsoy has also contributed significantly to project leadership, doctoral juries, and curriculum development, establishing herself as a respected academic in the areas of bioethics, health communication, and interdisciplinary medical research.
Research Interests
Prof. Dr. Nilüfer Demirsoy’s research interests are centered on the ethical, cultural, and historical dimensions of healthcare. She specializes in medical ethics, with a particular focus on issues such as informed consent, truth-telling in clinical settings, and ethical communication between healthcare providers and patients. Her work also explores bioethical decision-making, especially in the context of modern challenges like the integration of artificial intelligence in medical ethics. Another key area of her research is spirituality in healthcare, including the development and cultural adaptation of spiritual health assessment tools, such as the HOPE questionnaire and the Spiritual Health Inventory for Patients (SHI-P). Additionally, she maintains an active interest in the history of medicine, using a historical lens to better understand the evolution of ethical practices in healthcare. Prof. Demirsoy’s interdisciplinary approach allows her to connect concepts from nursing, ethics, and medical humanities, making her a prominent voice in shaping the ethical standards and culturally sensitive practices in both education and clinical settings.
Awards
Prof. Dr. Nilüfer Demirsoy has not been publicly noted as a recipient of specific national or international awards, her academic career is marked by significant professional recognition and institutional trust. She has been continuously involved in academic governance, serving as a long-standing member of the Ethics Committee at Eskişehir Osmangazi University since 2015, and currently holds the position of Head of Department within the university’s Health Sciences Institute since 2022. Additionally, her role as a jury member for numerous Ph.D. thesis evaluations and faculty appointments reflects her high standing within the academic community. Prof. Demirsoy also contributes to scholarly publishing as a section editor and final proofreader for the Osmangazi Medical Journal, further emphasizing her leadership and expertise. These prestigious responsibilities, while not formal awards, collectively underscore her respected academic presence, commitment to ethical standards, and sustained contributions to the fields of medical ethics and health sciences education.
Top Noted Publications
Patients’ perceptions of nursing care in a university hospital
Cited : 65
Protection of privacy and confidentiality as a patient right: physicians’ and nurses’ viewpoints
Cited : 54
Holistic care philosophy for patient‐centered approaches and spirituality
Cited : 21
Yoğun bakım hastalarında spiritüel değerlendirme.
Cited : 17
Telling the truth: Turkish patients’ and nurses’ views
Cited : 16
Conclusion
Prof. Dr. Nilüfer Demirsoy’s distinguished academic trajectory, impactful interdisciplinary research, and dedication to ethical innovation in healthcare education and practice make her eminently suitable for the Best Researcher Award. Her contributions reflect a deep commitment to advancing both scientific knowledge and ethical standards in medical science.