KAMİLE UZUN AKKAYA

Kamile Uzun Akkaya is a faculty member at Gazi University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation. She is actively engaged in research related to pediatric rehabilitation, cerebral palsy, motor development, sensory processing, and neurodevelopmental disorders. Her work spans clinical assessments, intervention studies, and psychometric validations of tools used in pediatric physical therapy.

Her research interests include:

• Pediatric Physical Therapy and Neurorehabilitation
• Sensory Processing and Integration in Developmental Disorders
• Motor Development in Premature and At-Risk Infants
• Effects of Botulinum Toxin and Orthotic Interventions
• Family-Centered Care and Environmental Influences on Development

The trends in her recent publications indicate a strong focus on evidence-based assessment tools, validity and reliability studies in Turkish populations, and interdisciplinary approaches to pediatric rehabilitation. She frequently collaborates with experts in neonatology, neurology, and orthopedics.

Her scientific contributions include multiple peer-reviewed articles in SCI/SSCI journals, book chapters in key pediatric rehabilitation texts, and presentations at national and international conferences such as the American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine (AACPDM). While no formal awards are listed, her extensive publication record and leadership in research projects reflect high scholarly impact.

She has co-authored studies involving student researchers, suggesting involvement in academic mentoring. Although specific grant details are not mentioned, her research output implies participation in funded projects. She is also involved in evaluating educational models in physiotherapy, indicating engagement in academic curriculum development.

Kamile Uzun Akkaya contributes to research teams focusing on early intervention programs, tele-rehabilitation during the pandemic, and family-oriented care models. Her work often involves multidisciplinary collaboration within Gazi University’s health sciences network.