WOMENHEALTH-2026

Sema Ustgorul holds a PhD in Women's Health and Obstetric Nursing Practices from Celal Bayar University in Manisa and is an assistant professor in the Midwifery Department. where she focuses on clinical practice and research within this specialization. Dr. Ustgorul's academic background includes both master's and doctoral degrees from Manisa Celal Bayar University. Her research interests are diverse, encompassing areas like communication skills and sexual satisfaction among healthcare employees, the prevalence and contributing factors of dyspareunia during the postpartum period, and the psychosocial aspects of childbirth. Her publications reflect these interests, with articles on the effect of postpartum counseling on sexual function, the relationship between communication skills and job/life satisfaction in healthcare professionals, and a mini-review of genital cosmetic surgery and sexuality. She has also contributed to the development and psychometric testing of scales related to birth trauma. Dr. Üstgörül's work is further recognized through her presence on platforms like ResearchGate, Google Scholar, and LinkedIn, where her publications and research activities are showcased.