In this TUMS Q&A episode, we emphasize the importance of exercise and physical activity in controlling diabetes, and that exercise and physical activity play a very important role in managing diabetes. By exercising regularly, diabetic patients can better control their blood sugar and reduce the risk of serious complications such as cardiovascular disease and nerve damage.

The Translational Ophthalmology Research Center at Tehran University of Medical Sciences, in collaboration with Farabi Hospital, has been exploring advanced technologies, particularly artificial intelligence, to enhance ophthalmology training. This led to a partnership with the Arash Robotics Group at Khajeh Nasir Toosi University of Technology, resulting in the Arash Assist surgical robot. The third version of this robot was successfully tested in the Farabi Hospital operating room using a donated human eye unsuitable for transplantation due to biological contamination. The robot includes two arms: one controlled by the master surgeon, whose movements are transmitted to the other arm, enabling the assistant surgeon to receive haptic feedback. Dr. Seyed Farzad Mohammadi, head of the Translational Ophthalmology Research Center at Tehran University of Medical Sciences, explains the use of this robotic system in a video.

This episode of TUMS BRAND serves as a guide for medical students and staff at Tehran University of Medical Sciences regarding appropriate attire. Three key factors must be considered: institutional guidelines, personal preference, and patient perception of your appearance. Studies have shown that the clothing of medical students and staff is indeed significant. Whether we like it or not, people's first impression of you is formed by your attire. In other words, people instantly judge your trustworthiness, competence, intelligence, and even socioeconomic status based on your clothing. This perception is even more pronounced for physicians and healthcare professionals, as patients place a higher degree of trust in them and expect a higher level of professionalism. Your attire helps you to distinguish yourself from others, making it clear to patients that you are a member of the healthcare team, such as a doctor, nurse, or medical assistant.

The specialized field of geriatrics was first introduced in Iran in 2008 at Tehran University of Medical Sciences with the aim of improving the quality of life for the elderly and increasing life expectancy. Dr. Fatemehsadat Mirzadeh, noting that the elderly should not be seen as one-dimensional, stated that the geriatrics department at Ziaian Hospital consists of both outpatient and inpatient sections. The outpatient section is divided into physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and memory assessment units. The inpatient section, with eleven beds, investigates various causes of diseases. Dr. Ahmad Reza Khatoonabadi, a speech therapist at Ziaian Hospital, said: “One of the approaches that is considered in speech therapy is a social approach, with the aim of enabling communication with others and improving the quality of life of the elderly.

Dr. Afzal Shamsi Associate Professor of Nursing at Tehran University of Medical Sciences, stated on the sidelines of the fourth round of interviews for accepted students in the Emergency Medicine program that the emergency medicine interviews for the national university entrance exam have been held at Tehran University of Medical Sciences for the past four years in collaboration with Tehran Emergency Medical Services and the National Emergency Medical Services. This collaboration has resulted in the development of a standardized and systematic interview process, and the successful candidates from these interviews are introduced to other universities across the country.

workshop instructor, emphasized the importance of these skills, stating: "Mastery of public speaking is essential for managers, officials, and employees, as it plays a significant role in professional success and interpersonal relationships." Sepideh Masoud, head of the Employee Training Department at Tehran University of Medical Sciences, added: "The main goal of this course is to enhance employees' communication skills and foster a more professional and dynamic work environment. We aim to empower employees in communication, administrative, and organizational behavior. If this model succeeds, we plan to organize similar courses in the future."

A laparoscopic training model has been successfully designed and constructed at Ziaiean Hospital of Tehran University of Medical Sciences. Dr. Farzad Vaghef Davari, a faculty member of surgical oncology and the designer of this model, stated that the goal of building this model was to train surgeons, surgical residents, and operating room staff on how to perform laparoscopic surgery, which was successfully started and completed at Ziaeian Hospital.

The Health in Disasters and Emergencies Group at the School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, organized a two-day workshop for disaster management leaders and prevention experts from medical universities nationwide. Held in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, Traffic Police, Emergency Medical Services, and Tehran Fire Department, the workshop focused on strategic and operational plans to prevent accidents like traffic incidents, drowning, carbon monoxide poisoning, and explosive-related injuries, especially during the year’s final Wednesday. Dr. Kazem Naddafi, Dean of the School of Public Health, and General Seyed Teimoor Hosseini, Head of the Traffic Police, highlighted the workshop's importance and the university's role in disaster prevention.

In this episode of TUMS LIFE, Dr. Ghazi Mahvin, an Indian medical graduate from Tehran University of Medical Sciences, discusses her studies in Iran. Dr. Mahvin stated that Tehran University of Medical Sciences is better than universities in India and other countries. She enjoyed her studies in Iran and found the quality of education to be excellent, especially since her professors were very kind and often explained concepts in English for better understanding. Dr. Mahvin added that the medical education at Tehran University of Medical Sciences covers all essential and practical aspects.

Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS) has announced the third episode of its TUMS EDGE series, dedicated to showcasing the university's cutting-edge research. In this episode, the spotlight is on the Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology Center, recognized as the third-best group in producing Scopus Q1 articles. The Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology group has demonstrated exceptional productivity, publishing an average of 8.6 Scopus Q1 articles per faculty member annually between 2017 and 2021. In this TUMS EDGE episode, Dr. Fatemeh Atyabi, Head of the Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology Department and Professor of Pharmaceutics at the Faculty of Pharmacy, will delve into the factors contributing to the group's remarkable success. TUMS EDGE aims to inspire and highlight the innovative work being conducted at TUMS, fostering a culture of excellence in research and innovation.