187 New Doctors Graduate from Muğla University Faculty of Medicine

On July 2, 2026, the city of Muğla witnessed one of its most significant academic events at the Atatürk Cultural Center (AKM). The Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University (MSKÜ) Faculty of Medicine introduced its 187 new graduates to the medical community during an official ceremony [1]. The event, attended by families, faculty members, and local officials, represents the culmination of years of hard work and perseverance by students in one of the most challenging fields of study.

Ceremony Details and Graduate Statistics In this graduation term, a total of 187 young doctors received their diplomas. According to the provided statistics, 150 of these students graduated from the Turkish-language medical program, while 37 others graduated from the international English-language medical program [2]. This linguistic diversity reflects the high educational standards of MSKÜ and its ability to attract and train students at an international level. The ceremony began with live music performed by students, which added an intimate yet formal atmosphere to the program.

Key Speeches and Honoring Top Students Professor Dr. Süleyman Cüneyt Karakuş, Dean of the MSKÜ Faculty of Medicine, emphasized the importance of professional ethics in his speech while congratulating the young doctors. Addressing the graduates, he said: "Success in this profession depends not only on technical knowledge but also on love for the profession, honesty, and continuous effort" [3]. Recalling Atatürk's famous quote, "Entrust me to Turkish doctors," he expressed confidence that these graduates will be the doctors who serve humanity with their conscience and expertise.

In another part of the ceremony, top-ranking students were honored. Dr. Sertaç Sönmez was announced as the top student of the Turkish program, and Dr. Ali Buğra Kara as the top student of the English program, both receiving plaques of appreciation [1]. These students immortalized their names in the faculty's history by nailing their nameplates onto the graduation memorial pillar.

Medical Oath and the Start of the Professional Journey The highlight of the ceremony occurred when the 187 graduates, led by the Dean, recited the medical oath (Hippocratic Oath). This symbolic moment marked the end of a rigorous educational period and the beginning of a new chapter in the professional lives of these young individuals, who are now recognized as "doctors" [2]. At the end of the ceremony, students shared their joy with their families, who had traveled from various cities for this great day, by tossing their caps into the air. Local officials, including the Deputy Mayor of Menteşe and the President of the Muğla Chamber of Commerce, were also present to show their support for the region's young elite [3].