Saksham Kohli | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

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Best Researcher Award

Saksham Kohli
Cook County Health

Saksham Kohli
Affiliation Cook County Health
Country United States
Scopus ID 59495632900
Documents 52
Citations 4
Subject Area Health Professions
Event Top Teachers Awards
ORCID 0000-0001-6983-1804

The Best Researcher Award recognition highlights the scholarly activities and emerging research contributions of Saksham Kohli at Cook County Health. Working within the field of Health Professions, Saksham Kohli has contributed to studies involving gastroenterology, hepatology, nephrology, and healthcare outcomes research. Recent publications demonstrate engagement with evidence-based clinical investigations addressing inpatient outcomes, quality improvement methodologies, readmission patterns, and patient survival analyses.[1] Through interdisciplinary research and participation in contemporary clinical studies, Saksham Kohli has supported the advancement of knowledge relevant to healthcare quality, patient management, and population-level medical outcomes.[2]

Abstract

This article presents an academic overview of Saksham Kohli and the research profile associated with recognition under the Best Researcher Award category. The researcher’s recent scholarly output focuses on clinical outcomes, gastrointestinal diseases, healthcare quality assessment, and patient-centered investigations. Published studies have addressed metabolic dysfunction-associated liver disease, endoscopy performance evaluation, alcoholic hepatitis readmissions, and survival considerations among elderly dialysis patients.[2]

Keywords

Health Professions, Gastroenterology, Clinical Outcomes Research, Healthcare Quality Improvement, Hepatology, Readmission Studies, Evidence-Based Medicine.

Introduction

Healthcare research plays a significant role in improving clinical practice, patient outcomes, and healthcare system efficiency. Researchers working across medical specialties contribute to evidence generation that supports informed decision-making and policy development. Saksham Kohli’s published work reflects participation in studies examining disease burden, treatment outcomes, healthcare utilization, and quality improvement initiatives within contemporary clinical settings.[3]

Research Profile

Affiliated with Cook County Health in the United States, Saksham Kohli has developed a research profile centered on applied clinical investigations. Indexed under Scopus Author ID 59495632900, the researcher has contributed to publications spanning gastroenterology, hepatology, nephrology, and healthcare analytics. These studies demonstrate engagement with real-world healthcare datasets and outcome-oriented medical research.[1]

Research Contributions

The research contributions of Saksham Kohli include analyses of metabolic-dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease and its impact on inpatient outcomes, assessments of endoscope tip angulation performance, nationwide evaluations of alcoholic hepatitis readmissions, and investigations involving elderly dialysis populations.[2] These studies contribute to clinical understanding by examining patient outcomes, healthcare quality metrics, and disease management strategies using quantitative methodologies.[4]

Publications

  • Impact of Metabolic-Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD) and Steatohepatitis (MASH) on Clostridioides difficile Inpatient Outcomes.
  • Quantitative Assessment of Endoscope Tip Angulation Performance in New Endoscopes.
  • Trends, Predictors, and Outcomes of 30- and 90-Day Readmissions Following Alcoholic Hepatitis.
  • Octogenarians on Dialysis; Navigating Survival Amidst Struggles.

Research Impact

The available publication record demonstrates contributions to clinically relevant topics affecting patient care and healthcare delivery. Research addressing liver disease outcomes, readmission risk factors, endoscopic performance, and nephrology-related survival outcomes provides useful evidence for healthcare professionals and researchers seeking to improve treatment effectiveness and quality standards.[5]

Award Suitability

Saksham Kohli’s profile aligns with the objectives of the Best Researcher Award through demonstrated scholarly engagement, publication activity, and contributions to healthcare research. The combination of outcome-based studies, quality improvement initiatives, and multidisciplinary clinical investigations reflects an active commitment to advancing medical knowledge and evidence-based practice.[1]

Conclusion

Saksham Kohli has contributed to a growing body of healthcare research through studies addressing important clinical and quality-of-care challenges. The published work demonstrates involvement in contemporary medical investigations and supports the dissemination of evidence relevant to patient outcomes, healthcare systems, and disease management. These accomplishments provide a foundation for recognition within academic and professional research communities.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Saksham Kohli, Author ID 59495632900. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=59495632900
  2. Kohli, S. et al. (2026). Impact of MASLD and MASH on Clostridioides difficile Inpatient Outcomes.
    https://doi.org/10.3390/gastroent17020038
  3. Kohli, S. et al. (2026). Quantitative Assessment of Endoscope Tip Angulation Performance in New Endoscopes.
    https://doi.org/10.1055/a-2877-9452
  4. Kohli, S. et al. (2026). Trends, Predictors, and Outcomes of 30- and 90-Day Readmissions Following Alcoholic Hepatitis.
    https://doi.org/10.3390/gidisord8020027
  5. Kohli, S. et al. (2025). Octogenarians on Dialysis; Navigating Survival Amidst Struggles.
    https://doi.org/10.34172/jnp.2024.21476
  6. Top Teachers Awards. (n.d.). Best Researcher Award Recognition Program.
    topteachers.net

Zeynep Karaman Özlü | Nursing and Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

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Best Researcher Award

Zeynep Karaman Özlü
Atatürk University, Türkiye
Zeynep Karaman Özlü
Affiliation Atatürk University
Country Turkey
Scopus ID 36677390200
Documents 40
Citations 480
h-index 11
Subject Area Nursing and Health Professions
Event Top Teachers Awards
ORCID 0000-0001-8896-5461
Google Scholar 9s_Dk3kAAAAJ

Zeynep Karaman Özlü is a Turkish nursing scholar, educator, administrator, and researcher affiliated with Atatürk University. Her academic career encompasses surgical nursing, perioperative care, patient safety, intensive care nursing, healthcare quality, accreditation, and emerging applications of artificial intelligence in healthcare. Through research, teaching, leadership activities, international collaborations, and scientific service contributions, she has developed a multidisciplinary academic profile recognized within nursing and health sciences communities.[1]

Abstract

This article summarizes the academic achievements, research activities, teaching contributions, leadership responsibilities, and scholarly impact of Professor Zeynep Karaman Özlü. Her work primarily focuses on surgical nursing, perioperative care, patient safety, healthcare quality, intensive care nursing, and evidence-based clinical practice. Her scholarly portfolio demonstrates continuous engagement in education, research, international collaboration, and healthcare innovation within nursing sciences.[1]

Keywords

Surgical Nursing, Perioperative Nursing, Patient Safety, Intensive Care Nursing, Nursing Education, Healthcare Quality, Accreditation, Clinical Research Nursing, Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare, Health Services Research.

Introduction

Professor Zeynep Karaman Özlü has served Atatürk University through academic, administrative, educational, and research-oriented roles. Beginning her academic progression as a research assistant and advancing to full professor, she has contributed to curriculum development, postgraduate supervision, institutional quality initiatives, accreditation processes, scientific evaluation activities, and international research networks. Her academic background includes master’s and doctoral studies in surgical nursing, forming the foundation for a sustained research career focused on improving healthcare outcomes and nursing practice.[1]

Research Profile

The research profile of Zeynep Karaman Özlü integrates clinical nursing research, healthcare quality management, patient-centered care, intensive care practice, surgical recovery, psychological adaptation, and healthcare innovation. She has participated in European COST Actions, contributed to multidisciplinary projects, reviewed national research proposals, and supported quality assurance initiatives within higher education and healthcare systems. Her research areas increasingly include digital transformation and artificial intelligence applications relevant to healthcare delivery and nursing education.[1]

Research Contributions

Research contributions include advancing perioperative nursing practice, improving postoperative patient care, validating clinical assessment instruments, investigating psychological resilience among healthcare professionals, evaluating anxiety management interventions, promoting patient safety frameworks, supporting healthcare quality accreditation, strengthening nursing education methodologies, integrating evidence-based practice into clinical environments, and encouraging responsible innovation in healthcare technologies.[1]

Publications

Selected publications demonstrate contributions to postoperative recovery, psychological adaptation, clinical measurement validation, patient well-being, and nursing assessment methodologies. These studies have addressed pain management, resilience during public health emergencies, surgical fear assessment, relaxation interventions, and sleep evaluation in clinical populations.[2][3][4][5][6]

  • Effect of music on postoperative pain and physiologic parameters of patients after open heart surgery.
  • The effect of the fear of COVID-19 on healthcare professionals’ psychological adjustment skills.
  • Validation of the Turkish version of the Surgical Fear Questionnaire.
  • Progressive muscle relaxation exercises and outcomes among patients with COVID-19.
  • Richard Campbell Sleep Scale validity and reliability study.

Research Impact

With 40 indexed documents, approximately 480 citations, and an h-index of 11, the scholarly record reflects measurable influence within nursing and health sciences literature. Research outputs have contributed to evidence-based nursing practice, clinical assessment, perioperative care improvement, psychological support strategies, and healthcare quality enhancement. Citation activity indicates continuing relevance across educational, clinical, and research settings.[1]

Award Suitability

The profile demonstrates qualifications commonly associated with academic recognition programs through sustained scholarly productivity, leadership in quality and accreditation initiatives, participation in international research collaborations, supervision and teaching across educational levels, scientific reviewing responsibilities, healthcare innovation activities, and documented research impact. These achievements collectively support consideration for recognition within research and higher education award frameworks.[1]

Conclusion

Zeynep Karaman Özlü represents an established academic contributor within nursing and health professions. Her record combines clinical research, educational leadership, quality assurance, international collaboration, and professional service. The breadth of activities documented across research, teaching, administration, and healthcare innovation illustrates a comprehensive academic career with continuing contributions to nursing science and healthcare improvement.[1]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Zeynep Karaman Özlü, Author ID 36677390200. Scopus. https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=36677390200
  2. Özer N., Özlü Z.K., Arslan S., Günes N. (2010). Effect of music on postoperative pain and physiologic parameters of patients after open heart surgery. Pain Management Nursing. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pmn.2010.05.002
  3. Secer I., Ulaş S., Karaman-Özlü Z. (2020). The effect of the fear of COVID-19 on healthcare professionals’ psychological adjustment skills: mediating role of experiential avoidance and psychological resilience. Frontiers in Psychology. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2020.561536
  4. Bağdigen M., Özlü Z.K. (2017). Validation of the Turkish version of the Surgical Fear Questionnaire. Journal of PeriAnesthesia Nursing. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jopan.2017.05.007
  5. Özlü I., Öztürk Z., Karaman Özlü Z., Tekin E., Gür A. (2021). The effects of progressive muscle relaxation exercises on the anxiety and sleep quality of patients with COVID-19: A randomized controlled study. Perspectives in Psychiatric Care. https://doi.org/10.1111/ppc.12750
  6. Özlü Z.K., Özer N. Richard Campbell Sleep Scale Validity and Reliability Study. Journal of Turkish Sleep Medicine. 10.4274/jtsm.02.008

Bahar Çiftçi | Health Professions | Editorial Board Member

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Assoc Prof Dr. Bahar Çiftçi | Health Professions | Editorial Board Member

Atatürk University | Turkey

Assoc Prof Dr. Bahar Çiftçi is a distinguished nursing researcher whose scholarly contributions have significantly advanced knowledge in clinical nursing practice, psychiatric care, patient education, and nursing student development. Her research portfolio spans critical themes such as treatment adherence in chronic diseases, mental-health-related self-care agency, resilience and wellbeing among nursing students, disaster-related psychological outcomes, intercultural sensitivity, compassion competence, and innovative teaching strategies including Kahoot-based and question-answer reinforcement methods. She has also produced influential work on rational drug use in children, subcutaneous heparin administration, missed nursing care, clinical decision-making, and spirituality-related competencies, reflecting a strong commitment to evidence-based and human-centered nursing. Her studies published in journals such as Journal of Vascular Nursing, Perspectives in Psychiatric Care, Nurse Education Today, Journal of Community Psychology, American Journal of Critical Care, and others demonstrate her methodological expertise and interdisciplinary engagement. With a growing international footprint, she contributes to global nursing knowledge through collaborative, multi-centric research addressing contemporary healthcare challenges, including post-COVID psychological growth, hospital care quality, and professional attitudes during pandemics. Her scholarly impact is reflected in Google Scholar metrics with 582 total citations, an h-index of 14, and an i10-index of 19, alongside a strong citation trend. Scopus-indexed documents further validate the visibility and academic reach of her work within the global research community. As an editorial board member, she plays an active role in shaping scientific standards and supporting high-quality peer-reviewed publications. Collectively, her research advances both theoretical understanding and practical innovation in nursing, positioning her as a respected scholar whose work informs patient care, nursing education, and mental health practices across diverse healthcare settings.

Publication Profile

Google Scholar

Featured Publications

  • Turan, G. B., Aksoy, M., & Çiftçi, B. (2019). Effect of social support on the treatment adherence of hypertension patients. Journal of Vascular Nursing, 37(1), 46–51.

  • Bahçecioğlu Turan, G., Özer, Z., & Ciftci, B. (2021). Analysis of anxiety levels and attitudes of nursing students toward the nursing profession during the COVID‐19 pandemic. Perspectives in Psychiatric Care, 57(4), 1913–1921.

  • Aras, G. N., & Çiftçi, B. (2021). Comparison of the effect of reinforcement with question-answer and Kahoot method on the success and motivation levels of nursing students: A quasi-experimental review. Nurse Education Today, Article 104930.

  • Çiftçi, B., Yıldırım, N., Altun, Ö. Ş., & Avşar, G. (2015). What level of self-care agency in mental illness? The factors affecting self-care agency and self-care agency in patients with mental illness. Archives of Psychiatric Nursing, 29(6), 372–376.

  • Yıldırım, N., Çiftçi, B., & Kaşıkçı, M. (2017). Hemşirelerin hasta eğitimi verme durumu ve etkileyen faktörlerin belirlenmesi. Atatürk İletişim Dergisi, 217–231.

Joan-Lluis Vives Corrons | Health Sciences | Outstanding Scientist Award

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Prof. Joan-Lluis Vives Corrons | Health Sciences | Outstanding Scientist Award

Academic Background

Prof. Joan-Lluis Vives-Corrons holds a Medical Doctor degree and is a specialist in Haematology from the University of Barcelona. He completed advanced training as a fellow at Hôpital Beaujon in Paris and as a visiting fellow at The Scripps Research Institute. He has served as a professor of Medicine at the University of Barcelona and has been deeply involved in education and mentorship in haematology throughout his career. According to Scopus and Google Scholar records, his work has been cited extensively, with over 1,467 documents citing his research, 81 documents authored, and an h-index of 21, reflecting his sustained influence in the field.

Research Focus

Prof. Joan-Lluis Vives Corrons research focuses on the study of rare and congenital anaemias, encompassing the molecular and genetic mechanisms underlying red blood cell disorders. He has a strong interest in the standardization of haematology laboratory practices and in improving diagnostic approaches for haemoglobinopathies and enzymopathies. His work bridges clinical practice and translational research to advance patient care for rare anaemias.

Work Experience

Prof. Joan-Lluis Vives Corrons has held leadership roles in haematology laboratories and clinical departments, serving as head of the Haematology Laboratory and Red Cell Pathology Units at the Hospital Clinic of the University of Barcelona. He has also led the Red Cell Pathology and Haematopoietic Disorders Research Group at the Josep Carreras Institute for Leukemia Research and currently oversees the Clinical Centre for Ambulatory Medicine in Barcelona. He has coordinated large-scale networks for the diagnosis and follow-up of rare haematological disorders, contributing significantly to public health programs such as newborn screening for sickle-cell disease.

Key Contributions

Prof. Joan-Lluis Vives Corrons has pioneered the development of diagnostic methods for rare anaemias, implemented quality assessment schemes in haematology, and contributed to the standardization of automated laboratory analyzers. His research has led to the discovery of multiple novel mutations in genes responsible for red blood cell disorders, enhancing the understanding of their molecular basis. He has facilitated international collaboration through European networks for rare anaemias and supported education and training programs for haematologists and laboratory professionals.

Awards & Recognition

Recognized for his exceptional research and leadership, Prof. Vives-Corrons has been honored with the Outstanding Scientist Award for his groundbreaking contributions to the study of rare anaemias. His work is widely acknowledged for advancing clinical and laboratory haematology practice while fostering global collaborations in rare disease research.

Professional Roles & Memberships

Prof. Joan-Lluis Vives Corrons has held significant professional roles, including Secretary General of the International Society of Haematology and representative membership in the European Union Committee of Experts in Rare Diseases. He is affiliated with multiple national and international scientific societies and serves on editorial boards of leading journals in haematology. His work with ORPHANET, EURORDIS, and various standardization organizations underscores his commitment to improving rare disease diagnostics and care.

Profile

Scopus | Orcid 

Featured Publications

Vives-Corrons, J. L., et al. (2024). SARS-CoV-2 infection and anemia—A focus on RBC deformability and membrane proteomics—Integrated observational prospective study. Microorganisms.

Vives-Corrons, J. L., et al. (2023). The pyruvate kinase deficiency global longitudinal (Peak) registry: Rationale and study design. BMJ Open.

Vives-Corrons, J. L., et al. (2022). Haemoglobin Bristol-Alesha in a child with non-spherocytic severe haemolytic anaemia and marked anisochromic poikilocytosis with basophilic stippling and amorphous intracellular content. Blood Cells, Molecules and Diseases.

Vives-Corrons, J. L., et al. (2022). Concomitant hereditary spherocytosis and pyruvate kinase deficiency in a Spanish family with chronic hemolytic anemia: Contribution of laser ektacytometry to clinical diagnosis. Cells.

Vives-Corrons, J. L., et al. (2022). Red cell ektacytometry in two patients with chronic hemolytic anemia and three new α-spectrin variants. Annals of Hematology.

Impact Statement / Vision

Prof. Joan-Lluis Vives Corrons to advance the understanding and management of rare anaemias through innovative research, international collaboration, and the integration of molecular diagnostics into clinical practice. His vision emphasizes improving patient outcomes while promoting education and quality standards in haematology worldwide.

 

Réla Bodea | Medicine| Best Researcher Award

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