Honors & Awards
Dr. Husniye Demirturk has received multiple prestigious awards and honors recognizing excellence in research, education, and academic achievement in Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, including: 1. Top Cited Article (2022–2023) – Dentomaxillofacial Radiology (DMFR) “CBCT image artefacts generated by implants located inside the field of view or in the exomass” 2. Howard R. Raper Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology Award – American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology 3. William H. Rollins Award for Research – American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology 4. Dentsply Rinn Research Award – American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology 5. Radiology Centennial Scholarship Award – American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology 6. Maria Yeung Postdoctoral Research Award – UT Health San Antonio Dr. Demirturk Kocasarac was also featured in an institutional news publication by UT Health San Antonio in recognition of these academic achievements. These honors and awards reflect recognition by professional organizations and academic institutions for her contributions to the field.
Publications & Academic Contributions
Dr. Husniye Demirturk Kocasarac is actively engaged in advancing the field of Oral and
Maxillofacial Radiology through scholarly publications, textbook contributions, peer review, and academic leadership. Her academic work reflects a sustained commitment to evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and high standards in diagnostic imaging.
Peer-Reviewed Publications
Dr. Demirturk has authored numerous peer-reviewed scientific publications
indexed in PubMed, including original research articles, review papers, and invited contributions.
Her research interests include:
- Advanced CBCT and MRI interpretation
- Airway and Temporomandibular joint disorders
- Jaw pathology and incidental findings
- Imaging artifacts and optimization
- Forensic and age-determination imaging
A curated list of publications or direct PubMed links may be provided upon request.
Editorial & Peer-Review Activity
Dr. Demirturk serves as a peer reviewer for several leading dental and radiology
journals, contributing to the evaluation and advancement of scientific research in the field.
Journals include:
- Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology and Oral Radiology
- Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA)
- Imaging Science in Dentistry
- Scientific Reports and other international journals
- Dentomaxillofacial Radiology