Fidan Şenova, MD
An experienced and dedicated medical doctor, with a rich background in emergency medicine, public health, and a particular focus on sexual and reproductive health and rights. They have a history of working with national and international organisations to improve public health, human rights, and specifically fostering an inclusive approach to LGBTI+ health. Their hands-on experience both in clinical and policy making settings has allowed them to hone skills in patient care, health literacy, and accessibility. Moving into the field of Business and Technology, they have been working in project management, strategic growth and commercial development. Driven by a passion for sexual health, their future plans are specialising in Sexology to ensure inclusive, culturally-sensitive care for everyone and develop this field, especially within the Turkish cultural context.
Education
Çukurova University, Faculty of Medicine, Adana/Turkey
19 Mayıs Türk Maarif Koleji, Secondary School, Kyrenia/Cyprus
Girne American University, Primary School, Kyrenia/Cyprus
Work Experience
An overview of my professional and volunteer work history can be found on LinkedIn.
Languages
Native proficiency in English and Turkish
Elementary proficiency in Japanese and German
Publications
LGBTIA+ Physical Health Booklet | 2021 | author, work commissioned by Queer Cyprus - read here
Self care interventions could advance sexual and reproductive health in humanitarian settings | 2019 | co-author, published in the British Medical Journal - read here
Building an Inclusive and Evidence-Based Medical Curriculum for LGBTI+ Health | 2016 | co-author, publication of International Federation of Medical Students’ Associations - read here