The College of Nursing at Hawler Medical University announces the successful completion of the doctoral dissertation defense presented by PhD candidate Omed Hamarasheed Mohammed-Ameen within the specialty of Community Health Nursing.
Full Story: Under the supervision of Professor Dr. Salih Ahmed Abdullah, the candidate submitted his doctoral dissertation titled:
"Effect of an Educational Program on the Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Hospital Nurses Regarding Evidence-Based Nursing Practice"
The study evaluated the implementation and impact of structured educational interventions on clinical nursing staff to improve knowledge, attitudes, and practical execution of evidence-based nursing care in hospital settings.
The academic defense took place on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM in the Auditorium / Seminar Hall of the College of Nursing at Hawler Medical University before an examining committee comprising distinguished professors and specialists:
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Professor Dr. Sameer Mahmood Othman – Chairman | Hawler Medical University – College of Medicine (Community Medicine)
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Professor Dr. Masoud Abdulkarim Abdulrahman – Member | Duhok Polytechnic University – Shekhan Technical College of Health and Medicine (Community Medicine)
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Professor Dr. Nizar Ahmed Mahmood – Member | University of Kirkuk – College of Nursing (General Public Health)
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Assistant Professor Dr. Karwan M. Amin – Member | Hawler Medical University – Presidency (Community Health Nursing)
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Assistant Professor Dr. Chiman Salih Kakebra – Member | University of Sulaimani – College of Nursing (Community Health Nursing)
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Professor Dr. Salih Ahmed Abdullah – Member & Academic Supervisor | Retired (Community Health Nursing)
Following a detailed oral examination and thorough evaluation of the research methodology, the committee officially approved the dissertation.
The Deanship of the College of Nursing extends its profound gratitude and appreciation to the honorable committee members for their academic rigor and scientific oversight. The college warmly congratulates Dr. Omed Hamarasheed Mohammed-Ameen on achieving his PhD degree and wishes him continued success and leadership in his professional and academic career.
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