Dr. SIBEL OZBEK

Snapshot Highlights

• Dedicated Neonatologist with over two decades of experience in pediatric and neonatal care.
• Expertise in managing complex neonatal intensive care cases, including pneumothorax and bronchopulmonary dysplasia.
• Published author with multiple peer-reviewed articles in leading pediatric and neonatology journals.
• Active member of prestigious medical organizations including the Turkish Pediatric Association and Turkish Neonatology Association.
• Extensive experience within major healthcare institutions like Acıbadem Health Group and SSK Bakırköy Maternity Hospital.

Professional Experience

Dr. Sibel Ozbek brings a distinguished career spanning over two decades in the specialized field of neonatology and child health. Her professional journey showcases a deep commitment to the well-being of newborns and infants, marked by significant roles and contributions. She has been a valued member of the Acıbadem Health Group since 2013, continuing her legacy of exceptional patient care. Prior to this, from 2011 to 2013, she served as a Research and Education Officer at the esteemed Suleiman the Magnificent Research and Education Center, fostering advancements in pediatric medicine. Her extensive tenure from 1992 to 2010 at Office Medicine, coupled with her role as Deputy Clinic Chief at SSK Bakırköy Maternity Hospital from 1991 to 2010, highlights her leadership capabilities and profound experience in managing critical care settings and extensive patient populations. This broad experience underpins her comprehensive understanding of neonatal health challenges.

Education

Dr. Ozbek’s foundational medical education was completed at the reputable Trakya University Faculty of Medicine in 1984. She then pursued advanced specialization, earning a degree in Child Health and Diseases from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty in 1991. Further honing her expertise, she completed her Neonatology specialization at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty in 1998, solidifying her status as a leading neonatologist. This robust educational background has equipped her with the advanced knowledge and skills necessary to address the most complex neonatal conditions.

Publications and Research

Dr. Sibel Ozbek is a prolific researcher with a substantial body of work contributing to the understanding and treatment of various neonatal conditions. Her publications, featured in respected journals, address critical areas such as the analysis of pneumothorax cases in neonatal intensive care units, and the evaluation of very low birth weight preterm infants with bronchopulmonary dysplasia. She has also investigated fetal-neonatal ovarian cysts, the etiology of low birth weight infants, and the immune status of premature infants against measles. Her research into the causes and consequences of rehospitalization in newborns and rare causes of acute renal failure in newborns further demonstrates her commitment to improving neonatal outcomes. Additionally, her work includes screening results for biotinidase deficiency and the management of intraventricular hemorrhage in preterm newborns, underscoring her comprehensive expertise in neonatology.

Professional Memberships

Dr. Ozbek actively engages with the medical community through her memberships in key professional organizations, reflecting her dedication to advancing pediatric and neonatal healthcare. She is a respected member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber, the Turkish Pediatric Association, and the Turkish Neonatology Association. Her involvement with the Mother and Baby Health Foundation further emphasizes her commitment to maternal and infant well-being. These affiliations ensure she remains at the forefront of medical advancements and collaborative efforts in her field.