Prof. Dr. Serap Uysal
Professor of pediatric neurology; after training at Hacettepe and Ankara University, she combines academic experience with family-centered care at her Nişantaşı practice since 2005.
Prof. Dr. Serap Uysal completed pediatrics residency at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine (1985–1989) and pediatric neurology subspecialty at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine (1996–1998). She became associate professor in 1993 and full professor in 2000. Her academic career includes faculty positions at Ondokuz Mayıs, Maltepe, and Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, where she served as head of the Division of Pediatric Neurology. Since 2005 she has seen patients at her Nişantaşı practice for pediatric neurology and EEG, and works as consultant pediatric neurologist at the V.K.V. American Hospital Pediatrics Clinic.
Education and academic titles
Her postgraduate training and academic progression in pediatrics and pediatric neurology are summarized below.
- Professor, 2000
- Associate Professor, 1993
- Pediatric Neurology Subspecialty, Ankara University Faculty of Medicine (1996–1998)
- Pediatrics Residency, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine (1985–1989)
Professional career
University teaching, division leadership, and hospital consultancy experience inform her current clinical practice.
- 2005 – present: V.K.V. American Hospital, Pediatrics Clinic, Consultant Pediatric Neurologist
- 2005 – present: Nişantaşı practice, pediatric neurology and EEG
- 2003: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Faculty Member; Head of Pediatric Neurology
- 2001–2003: Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine, Founding Faculty Member, Child Health
- 1990–2001: Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine, Faculty Member, Child Health
Clinical focus
At the practice, children and adolescents are evaluated for seizures, epilepsy, developmental delay, headaches, sleep disorders, movement disorders, and infant hypotonia. Wake, sleep, and newborn EEG studies are interpreted together with history and examination. The goal is clear communication with families and avoiding unnecessary testing.
Approach to care
Communication is clear, reassuring, and adapted to the child's age. Each patient's story is reviewed individually; follow-up plans are tailored. School, sports, and daily-life guidance can be summarized in writing when helpful.
Professional memberships
National pediatric and neurology societies support ongoing professional development and scientific exchange.
- Turkish Medical Association
- National Pediatrics Association
- Turkish Pediatrics Institution
- Child Neurology Association
- Neurology Association
- Association for Fight Against Epilepsy