Author: Pho Duc Duong
Editor: Betül Oktay
Medical Illustrators: Tran Phuong Linh, Öykü Öztürkoğlu
Pages: 54 pages
Academic Year: 2024–2025
Created During: 2024 Useb Summer Writer Program
Designed with clarity in mind, this 54-page summary distills the essential mechanisms of gastrointestinal physiology into a digestible, exam-oriented guide. It covers everything students need — no fluff, no overwhelm.
From similar exam questions to annotated graphs, every page is crafted to help you master what truly matters. Complex diagrams are paired with explanations to turn confusion into confidence.
Whether you're deciphering secretion pathways or understanding motility patterns, our high-quality illustrations, drawn by Tran Phuong Linh and Öykü Öztürkoğlu, will make sure you see what you learn — and remember it.
We connect the dots between physiology and clinical practice. With "Facts You Need to Know" and dedicated "Clinical Relevance" boxes, real-life applications are brought to the forefront, deepening understanding and retention.
Memorization made easier: from hormone functions to ion concentrations, we’ve organized the must-know content into sleek tables, helping you revise faster and smarter.
This book is a collective work of passion and precision — written by Pho Duc Duong, whose academic sharpness meets a talent for simplification, edited with heart by Betül Oktay, and illuminated by the artistic brilliance of Linh and Öykü.
Let this book be your compass through the winding pathways of the gastrointestinal system. From the first wave of peristalsis to the final absorption of nutrients — we’re with you, every page of the way.
Editor
Betul Oktay is a dedicated educator and medical student, currently studying at Semmelweis University and pursuing a master’s in Medical Biology and Genetics at Gazi University. Drawing from her extensive experience in education and national projects, she founded Useb to support students in their academic journey. She also leads several social responsibility and Erasmus projects, aiming to make a broader impact on education and society. With a background in teaching biology and developing national educational projects, she founded Useb to support students worldwide in their academic journey.
Medical Illustrator
Öykü Öztürkoğlu is a dedicated medical student at Semmelweis University with a deep passion for digital art and design. With more than 8 years of experience in digital drawing, she has also completed a graphic design internship, honing her skills in both creative and professional environments. Öykü is skilled in design tools like Procreate, combining her artistic vision with strong technical abilities.
Medical Illustrator
Tran Phuong Linh’s exceptional drawing skills have been a defining feature of her work. During high school, she channeled her creativity into designing educational infographics to promote healthier lifestyles in her community. She graduated from Hanoi-Amsterdam High School for the Gifted in Vietnam and is now pursuing Dentistry at Semmelweis University. As Vice President of Ams Smile Club, Linh collaborated with Operation Smile Vietnam to raise funds for children with cleft lip and palate. With multiple Biology awards and the prestigious Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship, she continues to combine her artistic talent with her passion for healthcare, aiming to make a lasting impact through Dentistry.
