Istanbul Medipol University
With its strong corporate culture, entrepreneurial spirit and dynamism open to continuous development, the leading of our Minister of Health, Dr. Fahrettin Koca, Medipol University in Istanbul began his activities on July 7, 2009. The university is established in the historic peninsula, the oldest region of Istanbul; On the edge of the Golden Horn and on the Unkapani Bridge. Istanbul Medipol, which started its educational activities in 2010 at the point where it meets with land. University; modern classrooms, laboratories, library and facilities became an educational complex in the center of Istanbul.
Istanbul Medipol University, which has developed rapidly, will soon be able to in addition to student dormitories, sports fields, and research laboratories, Kavacik North and Kavacik South Campuses. Cooperation with Medipol Mega Hospitals Complex, Turkey’s largest private health investment. This hospital has started to serve as university hospital. Providing students with a unique educational opportunity with their quality of education, strong staff and application opportunities.
Istanbul Medipol University, 12 in 3 campuses as of 2019-2020 academic year faculty, 4 MYO, School of Health Sciences and more than 30,000 students the university of the people who give directions” continues to be.
International School of Medicine Department
Program is thought in English. We strive to foster an environment where our students acquire the skills needed to become future pioneers in research. Our program not only offers enriched curriculum with hands-on research experience in our state-of the art research labs but also integrates clinical, professional, and strong ethical values necessary to deliver patient-centered care. In wider support of their academic education, we provide our students with opportunity to study abroad and connect with foreign scientists.
Medipol University International School of Medicine (Medipol-ISM), established in 2014, seeks to educate and train leaders in academic medicine. Accepting only with a quota of 15 (fifteen) highly competent students every year into the program the Medipol-ISM brings together the champions of Turkey.
Becoming the center for champions as of its first year, 2016 Medipol reached to the same success in the university attendance exam (YKS) in 2018 as well. Our students who have preferred International School of Medicine were Turkey’s 1st, 5th, 16th, 21st, 24th, 26th, 28th, 39th, 49th and 57th in the university attendance exam. In other words, the students who have filled the quota of the International School of Medicine were among the first 57 students.
Award-Winning Faculty
Medipol-ISM mostly obtained their academic training in Europe or the United States. Our faculty have won numerous awards in basic and clinical sciences.
Our research faculty have developed artificial heart The study, pioneered by Professor Volkan Tuzcu and Dr. Esra Çagavi, aims to investigate genetically inherited heart diseases and develop novel therapeutic approaches. The investigators employ the method of reprogramming somatic cells to induced pluripotent stem cells (Nobel-prize winning method) to generate heart tissues.
Want to learn English in America?
The school of English language offers a one-year intensive English prep class for students to study in Departments with English as instruction language, including International School of Medicine. However, the ISM students are given opportunity to continue learning English in America at accredited schools offering English language courses. Every year most ISM students attend prep class in America on comprehensive scholarship (tuition, room and board and airfare) of Medipol University.
Internship at Harvard School of Medicine
We strongly encourage our medical students to pursue their dreams in becoming a physician scientist in our enriched research-oriented curriculum, stay tuned in most recent scientific and technical progress in medicine, and actively seek networking opportunity with world-renowned scientists. Consistent with this notion we provide our 4th year medical students an opportunity to perform internship and observe research at Harvard School of Medicine as per collaborative contract signed between Medipol University and Harvard University.
M.D. is not enough?
M.D./Ph.D Medipol-ISM students are given unique and precious career opportunity to combine the two degrees, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) and Medical Doctor (M.D.), in our highly selective integrated M.D./Ph.D. program. Qualified ISM students can commence Ph.D. studies at the 3rd year of their studies while still pursuing M.D. degree. Students in this program must complete their Ph.D. within two years beyond obtaining M.D. degree. M.D/Ph.D. holders can secure faculty position at a school of medicine in basic sciences as well as have the option to further their scientific endeavors in research labs around the world.
Double major degrees and integrated masters degree
Successful students can also pursue additional undergraduate degree (B.S.) in, for example biomedical engineering or healthcare management) and even continue masters degree in these second major programs.
Medipol Mega University Research Hospital
Medipol-ISM students have been trained at Mega research hospital in Bagcilar district. The futuristic hospital, where state of the art equipment and high-tech medical care including robotic technologies is advancing healthcare, has been accredited by JCI (Joint Commission International) under the standards of academic healthcare center. The hospital must pass the review of JCI every year.
One of the largest anatomy laboratories in Turkey
Medipol-ISM students are given unparalleled opportunities to pursue their dreams in becoming not just medical doctor but also physician-scientist. To this end, the students learn human anatomy and trained in one of the largest anatomy labs in Turkey, which occupies about 1-km2 space with a state-of the art infrastructure where several cadavers are in use to advance their training.
Show your research skills at REMER (Regenerative and Restorative Medicine Research Center)
REMER, a prestigious center of the Medipol University, is housing cutting edge research on regenerative potential of the damaged or scared tissues of nervous system and cardio-vascular system. Medipol-ISM students are required to participate research projects in the first three years of their medical training and are encouraged to showcase their work at national or international meetings and prepare manuscript(s) for publication. Students can optionally continue working on their research projects in holidays and summer months.
Let yourself enjoy world-wide recognized diploma
Students successfully completing 6-year medical education at the Medipol-ISM obtain M.D. (medical doctor) degree and diploma. This diploma is accepted as European Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning (EQF-LLL) 7th level. Medipol-ISM is also listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools and the diploma is recognized in most countries throughout the world.
Medipol University Campuses
Golden Horn Settlement
Golden Horn Campus; It is located in Surici, on the edge of the Golden Horn. The campus is the most central city in the city and stands out for its historical and cultural richness. Golden Horn Campus; With its modern building, spacious lobby and gardens, it houses a vibrant university life.
Academic Units located at the Golden Horn Campus
School of Health Sciences
Nutrition and Dietetics
Child Development
Midwifery
Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
Nursing
Health Management
Social Work
Vocational School
Oral and Dental Health
Operating Room Services
Anesthesia
Child Development
Dental Prosthesis Technology
Dialysis
Electroneurophysiology
Physiotherapy
First and Emergency Assistance
Occupational Health and Safety
Audiometry
Opticians
Radiotherapy
Management of Health Institutions
Medical Documentation and Secretariat
Medical Imaging Techniques
Medical Laboratory Techniques
Medipol Mega University Hospital (Bagcilar Campus)
The center location of Medipol University Hospital in Bagcilar, where students are practiced and internship trainings, and the fact that it is a huge educational complex.
Medipol University Hospital in Bagcilar, where students are practiced and internship training, stands out because of its central location on the edge of the TEM Highway and its huge educational complex. Medipol University Hospital, which hosts 4 hospitals as General, Oncology, Cardiovascular Surgery, and Dental Hospital, has 470-bed capacity, 133 intensive care units, 246 outpatient rooms, and 25 operating rooms and practical training for Medipol students offers the opportunity.
Kavacik Settlement
Medipol University has two campuses in Beykoz Kavacik, south and north. Kavacik Campuses, located on the Anatolian side of Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge and just outside the bridge, stands out with its central location adjacent to the Beykoz Forests.
Academic Units located in Kavacik Campus
Faculty of Dentistry
Turkish Program
English Program
Faculty of Pharmacy
Faculty of Education
Teaching English (English)
Primary Mathematics Teaching
Preschool Teaching
Special Education Teaching
Guidance and Psychological Counseling
Faculty of Fine Arts Design and Architecture
Industrial Products Design
Visual communication Design
Gastronomy and Culinary Arts
interior design and environmental design
Urban Design and Landscape Architecture
Architecture
Turkish Music
Faculty of Law
Faculty of Communication
Journalism
Public relations and advertising
Media and Visual Arts
Radio, Television and Cinema
New Media and communications
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Psychology
Political Science and Public Administration
Political Science and International Relations
Faculty of Business and Management Sciences
Banking and Insurance
Economics and Finance
Aviation Management
Human Resources Management
business (English)
International Logistics Management
International Trade and Finance
Management Information Systems
Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences
Computer Engineering
Biomedical Engineering
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Civil Engineering
Faculty of Health Sciences
Nutrition and Dietetics
Child Development
Language and Speech Therapy
Midwifery
Ergotherapy
Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
Nursing
Audiology
Orthotic-Prosthesis
Social Work
Health Management (Distance Learning)
Health Management
Faculty of Medicine
International School of Medicine
School of Health Sciences
Health Management
Audiology
Vocational School
Computer-Aided Design and Animation
Computer Programming
Biomedical Device Technology
Electronic Communication Technology
Law Office Management and Secretariat
Interior Design
Construction Technology
Architectural Restoration
Civil Air Transport Management
Vocational School of Justice
Vocational School of Health Services
Operating Room Services
Anesthesia
Oral and Dental Health
Child Development
Dental Prosthesis
Dialysis
Pharmacy Services
Electroneurophysiology
Physiotherapy
First and Emergency Assistance
Occupational Health and Safety
Audiometry
Opticians
Pathology Laboratory Techniques
Radiotherapy
Management of Health Institutions
Medical Documentation and Secretariat
Medical Documentation and Secretariat (Distance Learning)
Medical Imaging Techniques
Medical Laboratory Techniques
Medical Promotion and Marketing
Elderly Care
Vocational School of Social Sciences
Banking and Insurance
Foreign Trade
Public relations and publicity
Human Resources Management
Business Management
Logistics
Finance
Accounting and Tax Practices
Radio and Television Programming
Social Security
Social Services
Applied English and Translation
Applied English and Translation (English) (Secondary Education)
Local Governments
Library
Library services at Medipol University in Istanbul are offered at Kavacik North, Kavacik South, Golden Horn and Bagcilar Campuses (Medipol Mega University Hospital). Serving in a total area of 4866 m2 and with a shelf of 100 thousand volumes, our 4 libraries are home to 30,000 academic books, whose number increases day by day.
Our library is constantly updating itself with its infrastructure that supports education, training and research programs, meets the information and documentation needs of faculty, students and other researchers and closely follows the developments in the world.
Our library offers access to national and international publications in a wide range of fields from health, social and science to culture, art and literature thanks to advanced information technology.
43,071 printed publications, 514,344 full-text e-books, 59 printed periodicals, 44,048 full-text e-journals, 462 multimedia, 431 thesis, 287,630,478 news with full text access, biography, article, report, conference content, patents, reviews, etc.
With the facilities brought by technology, our library focuses on the development of its electronic collections and provides quality electronic information sources to students. Using mobile technologies to access information sources, the library supports the student’s research and educational needs independently of time and space.
Rare Works Collection
Our library has a collection of rare works from 38 books dating back to 1950s. The works are protected by special protection status and are only exhibited in glass cabinet windows. For those who want to examine in detail, the entire collection has been digitized and made available online. Our collection development policy is committed to providing remote access to electronic publications and databases, as well as printed sources, on or off campus.
*Kavacik North Campus Library 24/7,
*Kavacik South Campus Library, Weekdays / Weekends: 08.30-22.30,
*Golden Horn Campus Library, Weekdays / Weekends: 08.30-22.30,
*MEGA Hospital Library, Weekdays / Weekends: 08.30-22.30, is open between hours.
Catering Services
The catering services at Kavacik, Golden Horn and Bagcilar Campuses of Medipol University in Istanbul are provided by a private catering company. Kavacik Campus, where our boys’ and girls’ dormitories are located, serves 3 meals including breakfast, lunch and dinner. Food service, self-service and à la carte method are applied.
Cafeterias
There are many cafes, canteens and kiosks at Kavacik, Golden Horn and Bagcilar Campuses of Medipol University in Istanbul. Our canteen and kiosks offer different tastes, beverages and breakfast sits in Turkish and international cuisine. Pol’in Cafes located on Kavacik and Bagcilar Campuses are places where students enjoy their time with their elegant and modern architecture as well as their elegant and delicious presentations. Pol’in Cafes include presentations such as hot and cold drinks, breakfast and meal menus and a variety of cakes. It also offers services for students from international and local fast food chains on Kavacik South Campus.
Services provided at the Health Center
All kinds of medical emergency response
Outpatient services
Health checks
Health advice
Dressing (burns, cuts, crushes, etc.)
Removal of surgical stitches
Foreign matter extraction
Blood pressure measurement
Vaccination application
Oral medication
Referral when necessary
Preventive health care
Sports fields
Istanbul Medipol University Kavacık Campus has two open courts, one being a basketball-volleyball court and the other a tennis court.
School teams
The Men’s Basketball Team, Men’s Football Team, Men’s Futsal Team, Men’s Volleyball Team and Women’s Volleyball Team are taking part in the competitions of the University Sports Federation.
Student clubs for sports
In our university, communities such as Medipol University Underwater Society (IMUSAT), Nature Sports Club, UltrAslan, Medipol Fenerbahce, UNIBJK and UNITS are active in our university.
Psychological Consultancy and Guidance Unit
Individual and group counseling services are provided within the framework of guidance and psychological counseling services. In the unit where studies are carried out to support the individual, emotional and social development of the students, consultancy services are provided through the appointment system during the school term and in the form of 45-minute sessions at specified hours are carried out. Counseling services are free of charge. The process in consultancy services; confidentiality, trust, volunteerism, equal relationship, and acceptance principles.
Individual Counselling
It is a professional consultancy service for individuals who want to know themselves, to understand their behavior, to increase and improve their awareness, and to face difficulties in dealing with events from time to time. The counselor’s awareness of himself increases, produces solutions for himself, makes decisions and implements it with the help of a consultant. Although individuals consider themselves inadequate in solving their problems, they may realize their problems and face them through individual counseling. Thus, it is aimed to be more successful and efficient in both their academic and social lives.
Group Counseling
It’s a process in which a group of people who are aware of their problems come together with a group leader and share their problems. human beings can express many positive or negative emotions and thoughts that they cannot express in their lifetime in the psychological counseling process with the group and their awareness is increased and they have the opportunity to know themselves. In a psychological consultation with the group, members notice their individual separation. They learn that there may be other people besides themselves. The basic principles of individual psychological counselor (confidentiality, trust, volunteerism, acceptance) also apply to psychological counseling with the group
All students enrolled at Medipol University in Istanbul can apply to the unit.
At our university, this service is provided free of charge.
Applied Education
Dentistry Simulation Clinic
The Simulation Clinic, located within the Faculty of Dentistry at Medipol University in Istanbul and located on the Golden Horn Campus, was established in 2013 to help dentistry students acquire the necessary manual skills and clinical competencies during their education. At the clinic, students perform treatment on artificial patients prepared according to predetermined scenarios. A total of 44 artificial patients are present in the simulation clinic. Students can watch the demonstrations made by the instructors live through the LCD monitors in their units. At the center, for the first time in Turkey, training is taking place on artificial patients in the dentistry chair. Thus, students have the opportunity to work ergonomically.
Food preparation and cooking laboratory
The Food Preparation and Cooking Laboratory, which is located within the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at Medipol University in Istanbul, is used to inform students about the content of the food, appropriate preparation and cooking methods, losses during preparation and cooking, and the application of some basic and traditional cooking tariffs in a laboratory environment based on nutritional principles. There are a total of 10 kitchen units in the laboratory. With this laboratory, students can find the opportunity to put their theoretical knowledge about food into practice in a scientific environment.
Student laboratories
The laboratories, which are located in Medipol University, Kavacık Campus Research Park in Istanbul and serve all units, mainly the Faculty of Pharmacy, provide research and learning services within an area of approximately 1000 square m2. Research laboratories are integrated with other pharmaceutical-related units for the needs of today’s multidisciplinary drug R&D and are equipped with state-of-the-art technology and accreditation infrastructure that can be located in a laboratory. The student laboratories are designed to enable future pharmacists to conduct research on their own under the supervision of expert personnel, as well as a hardware and training program that can provide the practices of the profession with traditional and up-to-date approaches.
Application and Research at FTR
In two laboratories for application and research at Medipol University Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Department, istanbul, students learn and study physiotherapy assessment methods, therapeutic exercises using special equipment and devices. The use and effects of electrophysical agents and devices in these laboratories also develop skilled knowledge and skills by applying them to students themselves. In addition, the virtual reality and aerobic exercise laboratory teaches the training of patients with neurological and orthopedic problems, as well as hands-on training to show analysis and special exercise programs in healthy people. Students conduct research in these laboratories and present the results at student congresses and at the Science Festival of our University.
Department of Nursing Professional Skills Laboratory
The Vocational Skills Laboratory, which is located in the Department of Nursing at Medipol University Faculty of Health Sciences in Istanbul and located on Kavacık Campus, was established in 2010 with the aim of gaining the cognitive, sensory and psychomotor skills and competencies required during the training of the nursing department students. Our laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art materials and mannequins to make it closest to the clinic. In the Patient Laboratory, the patient provides students with the opportunity to apply basic healthy/patient individual care-specific initiatives in a realistic manner, such as hygienic care applications, oral and parenteral drug applications, joint opening movements and nursing practices specific to all body systems. Under the supervision of faculty members, training is carried out on mannequins. Our Simulation Laboratory, which is intended to be opened starting from the next academic year, is also not preparing.
Student comments:
Yasemin Ceylan
International School of Medicine
“The main reason for preferring the Medipol is the research opportunities that it offers. I have the chance to follow medical operations in the Medipol Mega University Hospital. Currently, I am part of a research with Prof. Dr. Murat Api. Similarly, it is possible to conduct researches at REMER. Receiving information about the opportunities during the advertising days helped me understand how I would make progress in my career.”
İsa Seida
International School of Medicine
“I preferred Medipol because I saw that REMER was among the best laboratories in Europe. With its well-equipped hospitals, educational quality and syllabus, open to development, UTF is the best choice for me.”
Muhammed Furkan Daşdelen
International School of Medicine
“I would like to become a researching doctor in the future without abandoning my interest in engineering. Thanks to the limited number of students, it is possible to be in contact with professors, who are famous at their fields, to join the researches at REMER, to do double major or minor program and to take advantages of MD-PhD.”
Okan Kuğuoğlu
International School of Medicine
“Why I preferred Medipol is the fact that it offers an opportunity to graduate as a researching doctor. It is not a dream to receive education or to become an intern at Harvard University, it is part of the education here. The education that we receive here is above the international standards, proving that my decision towards future was correct.”
Jumana Seyam, Flistin
Faculty of Dentistry 2
I chose Medipol University because I always dreamed of studying in Istanbul. When I saw that the part I wanted was in Medipol, I didn’t think I’d have to look for another place, so I knew Medipol would be the right choice for me.
Madalina Balan, Romania
Faculty of Law-3
When I first came to Istanbul as a tourist, I was completely in love with its cultural diversity and historical heritage. And when I had the opportunity to become an Erasmus student at Medipol University, I said to myself, “This is going to be the adventure of my life.” I’ve been here for a very short time, but I can tell you how pleased I am with my experience. I like the fact that Medipol can combine professionalism with flexibility. The structure of the university; innovative technologies, expert academic staff and a high standard of education. I would like to thank Medipol for this unique opportunity.
Alaa Al Hawamdeh, Syria
International Medicine Faculty
Medipol is one of the best foundation universities in Istanbul. The scientific infrastructure it offers to students is at a very good level. Our campuses and labs are really great. I feel so lucky to be studying here.
Yahya Hassan, Guinea
New Media- 1
I knew I wanted to study New Media in college. Turkey was the country I chose to study at university. As a result of my research, I decided that choosing Medipol, whose education opportunities and staff i see ahead of other universities, would be the right investment for my future.
Orya Al Akkad, Syria
Health Sciences – Physiotherapy and Rahabilitation – 2
Medipol University offers international students a family intimacy that makes them feel safe. The primary reason for choosing Medipol is the quality of education it offers in 100% English. I know that with the comprehensive and rigorous training I have received here, I will be one step ahead of the international arena in my field. Another reason is the clinical application offered to us by Medipol Health Group. Internship in turkey’s largest private health investments is a great privilege for us.
Osama Hindi, Palestine- Engineering
Biomedical Engineering 2
I’m studying Biomedical Engineering at Medipol University. I chose him because medipol was the best university to teach in my department. Combining Turkey’s best health infrastructure with engineering education is an advantage I can only see in this university.
Obieda Atrash, Palestine
Medicine-1
Medipol is one of the best universities in the world, not only in Turkey. It successfully maintains comprehensive cooperation with the world’s largest and global universities. It expresses the development of research opportunities for a medical student like me.
