William C. Robertson Jr.

William C. Robertson Jr., MD serves as Professor of Neurology and Pediatrics at the University of Kentucky, board-certified in Child Neurology and Pediatrics through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He practices clinically at UK HealthCare's Kentucky Neuroscience Institute with active patient appointments as recently as November 2024.

His educational credentials include:

• Medical Degree: Emory University School of Medicine (1963-1967)
• OB-GYN Internship: Johns Hopkins Hospital (1967-1968)
• Pediatrics Residency: Portsmouth Naval Hospital (1970-1972)
• Child Neurology Fellowship: Mayo Graduate School of Medicine (1973-1976)

Dr. Robertson specializes in General Child Neurology and Neuromuscular Disorders, with a clinical philosophy centered on compassionate patient-family partnerships. His decades-long career includes U.S. Navy service as Chief of Pediatrics at Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune, academic positions at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, and 20 years in Lexington private practice before returning to UK HealthCare in 2020. Patient testimonials consistently highlight his ability to explain complex conditions clearly while using lighthearted rapport-building techniques with pediatric patients.

He maintains active roles as Child Neurology Board Examiner for the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and Class Director for MD 832-33 Clinical Neurosciences curriculum.