Ethical Scandal at Muğla Faculty of Medicine; Investigation Launched Against a Professor

According to reports published on July 2, 2026, the Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University Faculty of Medicine is facing a serious disciplinary case. The allegations suggest that a faculty member used inappropriate words and phrases with sexual content toward students in an educational environment [1].

Details of Allegations and Initial Management Response After several female students submitted their complaints to the faculty management, the university rectorate immediately took action. According to obtained information, the Faculty of Medicine management has requested the complaining students to submit their reports in writing to initiate the legal process for investigating the allegations. University sources emphasized that maintaining the psychological and ethical safety of the educational environment is their top priority and that no leniency will be shown in this regard [1].

Role of the CİTSAM Committee in the Investigation The case is set to be referred to the university's Sexual Harassment Prevention Committee (CİTSAM) for expert review. This committee is responsible for carefully examining the documentation and hearing statements from both parties to provide a comprehensive report to the Rector for a final decision. Currently, the matter is in the preliminary investigation stage, and no final verdict has been issued yet [1].

Similar Precedents and Public Sensitivity in Muğla This incident occurs while Muğla University has previously faced similar cases in other departments. For instance, in early 2026, a lecturer in the university's Archaeology department was sentenced to long-term imprisonment due to similar charges [2]. The recurrence of such incidents has caused public opinion and student organizations to follow the investigation process at the Faculty of Medicine with increased sensitivity.

University Statement and Next Legal Steps Although no official public statement has been issued by the university's public relations office yet, internal officials emphasized that all stages will proceed according to the disciplinary regulations of Turkish Higher Education. It is expected that if the allegations are proven, severe penalties, including suspension or permanent dismissal from the faculty, await the offender [1][3]. The university management has urged students to report any behavior outside of ethical norms without fear of potential consequences.