Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hacer Gök Uğur, Ordu University, Turkey
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hacer Gök Uğur is an accomplished academic in Public Health Nursing, currently serving at Ordu University’s Faculty of Health Sciences. With over 15 years of dedicated service, she has made significant contributions to the fields of community health, nursing education, and public health research. Her expertise lies in preventive health strategies, maternal-child health, and healthcare systems management. Dr. Uğur is known for her passion for health education and advancing nursing practices in Turkey. Her continuous academic growth and commitment to scientific inquiry have positioned her as a respected scholar and mentor in health sciences. 👩🔬📚🇹🇷
Publication Profile
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🎓 Education
Dr. Hacer Gök Uğur completed her PhD in Public Health Nursing at Atatürk University with a GPA of 3.57/4.0, following her Master’s at Ondokuz Mayıs University, achieving 3.52/4.0. She also earned a Bachelor’s degree from Ege University in Nursing with an 81.92/100 score and studied Health Institutions Management at Anadolu University via open education. Her educational journey reflects a strong foundation in both practical and theoretical nursing, integrating management and clinical skills to promote public health. Her academic excellence across diverse programs underscores her interdisciplinary approach to healthcare and research. 🎓📖💉
💼 Experience
Dr. Hacer Gök Uğur has served full-time at Ordu University’s Faculty of Health Sciences since January 2010, specializing in Public Health Nursing. With over 15 years of academic experience, she has been actively engaged in teaching, curriculum development, student mentoring, and interdisciplinary research. Her career includes collaborative efforts with public health institutions and community-based projects, enhancing preventive healthcare strategies and improving health outcomes. She has also contributed to academic administration and quality assurance in nursing education. Her long-term institutional commitment reflects her leadership in the field. 👩🏫🏥📊
🏆 Awards and Honors
While specific awards and honors were not listed, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hacer Gök Uğur’s academic trajectory, full-time professorship, and long-term service at a reputed public university indicate institutional recognition and professional achievement. Her progression from nursing student to associate professor signifies scholarly excellence, likely accompanied by peer-reviewed publications, educational impact, and community health contributions. Inclusion in award nominations like the Best Researcher Award itself is evidence of her standing in the academic community. Further documentation of research awards, grants, or institutional honors would strengthen her profile. 🏅📜🎖️
🔬 Research Focus
Dr. Uğur’s research centers on public health nursing, with a strong emphasis on community health promotion, maternal and child health, preventive healthcare, and nursing education. Her work often bridges the gap between academic theory and practical health interventions, aiming to improve healthcare accessibility and outcomes. She is particularly interested in health education, behavioral change, and population-based strategies to combat chronic and communicable diseases. Through evidence-based research, she contributes to shaping public health policies and enhancing nursing curricula in Turkey. Her research supports sustainable health development and community well-being. 🧪🌍👶📈
Publications Top Notes
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“The Effect of Motivational Interviewing on the Level of Self‐Efficacy and Addiction in Smoking Cessation in Nursing Students: A Single‐Blind Randomized Controlled Study” – International Journal of Nursing Practice, 2025
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“The perspectives of elderly residents in nursing home on gardening activities: a qualitative study” – Psychogeriatrics, 2025
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“The Effect of Hand Hygiene Training Provided with Dance Assistance to Mild Mentally Disabled Middle School Students on their Hand-washing Skills” – Sağlık Bilimleri Üniversitesi Hemşirelik Dergisi, 2024 – DOI: 10.48071/sbuhemsirelik.1567627
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“COSMIN Yanlılık Riski Kontrol Listesi’nin Türkçe’ye Uyarlanması” – Ordu Üniversitesi Hemşirelik Çalışmaları Dergisi, 2024 – DOI: 10.38108/ouhcd.1359302
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“Examination of the Psychological Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Medical Personnel Working in the Filiation Team: A Mixed Method Study” – Journal of International Health Sciences and Management, 2024 – DOI: 10.48121/jihsam.1380087
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“The Effect of Training and Phone Counselling Provided to Hypertension Patients on their Medication Adherence and Rational Drug Use: A Single-blind Randomised Controlled Trial” – Africa Journal of Nursing and Midwifery, 2024 – DOI: 10.25159/2520-5293/15436
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“Koronavirüs Etki Ölçeği’nin Türkçe Geçerlik ve Güvenirlik Çalışması” – Gümüşhane Üniversitesi Sağlık Bilimleri Dergisi, 2023 – DOI: 10.37989/gumussagbil.1180176
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“Investigation of Senior Nursing Students’ Views on Internship Program” – Middle Black Sea Journal of Health Science, 2023 – DOI: 10.19127/mbsjohs.1190057
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“Effect of Training and Telephone Counseling Given to Hypertension Patients on Drug Medication Adherence and Rational Drug Use: Study Protocol For Single-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial” – Yaşam Boyu Hemşirelik Dergisi, 2022 – DOI: 10.29228/llnursing.63475
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“Covid-19 Fear and Compliance with Protective Measures of Students Who Continue Face-to-face Education During the Covid-19 Pandemic” – Middle Black Sea Journal of Health Science, 2022 – DOI: 10.19127/mbsjohs.988957