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Hawler Medical University, College of Nursing, is honored to extend its heartfelt congratulations to Master’s candidate Ms. Gulan Sidiq Abdullah on the successful completion and defense of her Master’s thesis entitled:

“Traditional Management of Infertility and Related Outcomes Among Kurdish Women: A Cross-Sectional Study.”

The thesis defense was held on the thirteenth of November, two thousand twenty-five, in accordance with the academic requirements and institutional regulations governing postgraduate studies.

Examination Committee

The thesis was examined by a distinguished panel comprising:

• Professor Dr. Salwa Hazem Al-Mukhtar
  Committee Chair

• Professor Dr. Iman Yousif Abdulmalik
  Member

• Assistant Professor Dr. Awaz Aziz Saeed
  Member

• Professor Dr. Hamdiya Mirkhan Ahmed
  Member and Thesis Supervisor

The committee acknowledged the scientific relevance of the study, the clarity of its methodological approach, and the significance of its findings in addressing culturally rooted infertility practices and their implications for women’s health in the Kurdistan Region.

Institutional Recognition

The College of Nursing proudly recognizes Ms. Gulan Sidiq Abdullah for this important academic achievement and for fulfilling all requirements toward the awarding of the Master’s degree. Her work contributes valuable insights into traditional infertility management approaches and highlights the need for improved reproductive health awareness and evidence-based practices among Kurdish women.

Acknowledgements

The defense session was attended by the College Dean, Assistant Professor Dr. Vian Naqshbandi, whose continued support for academic excellence is deeply appreciated.

Sincere appreciation is also extended to:

• Assistant Professor Dr. Azzaddin, the Dean’s Assistant

• The esteemed faculty members of the College of Nursing

Their consistent academic support played a meaningful role in facilitating the successful completion of this research.

Closing Remarks

The College extends its warmest congratulations to Ms. Gulan Sidiq Abdullah and wishes her sustained success in her future professional, academic, and research pursuits.