Dr. KAYIHAN ULUC (M) (G)
Snapshot Highlights
- Professor at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurology
- Board Certified in Clinical Neurophysiology
- Extensive research contributions published in SCIE and SCI indexed journals
- Active member of prestigious neurology associations including the European Academy of Neurology (EAN) and American Academy of Neurology (AAN)
- Over 20 years of dedicated experience in Neurology and Clinical Neurophysiology
Professional Experience
Dr. Kayihan Uluc brings over two decades of dedicated experience to the field of Neurology. Currently serving as a Professor in the Department of Neurology at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Dr. Uluc has a distinguished career marked by leadership and specialization. He joined the Acıbadem Health Group in 2022, further expanding his impact. Prior to this, he was a faculty member at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurology, from 2009 to 2022. His leadership extended to heading the Clinical Neurophysiology department at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine from 2011 to 2017. Dr. Uluc also served as a Neurology Specialist at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine from 2006 to 2009. His commitment to advancing the field is further evidenced by his current role as a Board Member of the Turkish Neurology Association, a position he has held since 2017.
Education
Dr. Uluc’s academic foundation is robust, culminating in specialized training and advanced degrees in Neurology. He achieved the title of Professor at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurology in 2016. His specialization in Clinical Neurophysiology was recognized by the Medical Specialization Board in 2011. He attained Associate Professor status at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurology, in 2009. Further deepening his expertise, Dr. Uluc earned a Master’s Degree in Electrodiagnostic Neurology from Marmara University Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Neurological Sciences in 2009. His foundational medical education was completed at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, where he completed his Neurology residency in 2004 and his general medical studies in 1997.
Memberships and Affiliations
Dr. Uluc is an active and respected member of several leading professional organizations, demonstrating his commitment to collaborative advancement and staying at the forefront of neurological research and practice. These affiliations include:
- Turkish Neurological Association – specifically contributing to the Neuromuscular Diseases and Neuropathic Pain Working Groups.
- Turkish Clinical Neurophysiology EEG-EMG Association.
- European Academy of Neurology (EAN).
- American Academy of Neurology (AAN).
- World Federation of Neurology.
- Turkish Medical Association.
Publications and Research Contributions
Dr. Kayihan Uluc has made significant contributions to neurological literature, with a substantial body of work published in prestigious scientific journals. His research spans various critical areas of neurology, including diagnostic imaging in neurological conditions, neurophysiological assessments, and the study of neuromuscular disorders and pain management. Notable publications include research on the accuracy of MRI in idiopathic intracranial hypertension, physical and mental fatigue in myasthenia gravis, neuropathic pain frequency, and reference jitter values for muscles. His work also delves into sleep apnea’s impact on neuromuscular transmission, genetic mutations in neurological diseases like ALS and spastic-ataxia phenotypes, and carpal tunnel syndrome in sleep apnea patients. He has also explored the evaluation of mood and cognitive functions in patients with acromegaly. These publications, many indexed in SCIE and SCI, highlight his expertise in clinical neurophysiology, neuromuscular diseases, and neuropathic pain.