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Specialties

Conditions

Procedures Performed

  • Nerve Conduction Study/Electromyography (NCS/EMG)

About

Dr. Yuyao Sun is a board-certified neurologist and neuromuscular specialist at the Kentucky Neuroscience Institute. Her clinical interests are amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and autoimmune neuromuscular disorders, such as chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) and myasthenia gravis. 

She completed her neurology residency at the University of Massachusetts Medical School and pursued fellowship training in neuromuscular medicine at Duke University Medical Center. 

Dr. Sun is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) in both neurology and neuromuscular medicine as well as the American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine (ABEM) in electrodiagnostic medicine.

In her clinical practice, Dr. Sun believes that empowering patients through education is key to improving outcomes and quality of life. She is committed to helping her patients better understand their diagnoses, treatment options and long-term management strategies. Through clear communication, tailored teaching and shared decision-making, she strives to create a collaborative and supportive environment where patients feel informed, respected and confident in their care.

Dr. Sun is passionate about education at every level of care. She serves as Associate Clerkship Director in the Department of Neurology at the University of Kentucky, where she is actively involved in teaching medical students. Nationally, she contributes to the advancement of medical training through her role on the Graduate Medical Education Committee of the American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM).

Faculty Rank

  • Assistant Professor of Neurology

Training & Education

Degree

Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing, China

Residency

Neurology, University of Massachusetts Medical Center, Worcester, Mass.

Fellowship

Neuromuscular Medicine, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, N.C.

Certifications and Special Training

American Board of Psychology & Neurology - Neurology
American Board of Psychology & Neurology - Neuromuscular Medicine
American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine (ABEM) – Electrodiagnostic Medicine

Insurance Information

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Ratings & Reviews

4.71 out of 5
15 Reviews

The star rating is a calculation based on feedback from our patients using our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Learn more about our survey process. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

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    November 25th 2024
    Very good experience

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    September 9th 2024
    Dr. Sun was amazing!!

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    August 20th 2024
    Test was thorough. The doctor was very skilled, but talked to students, but not the patient - _____ but not human caring.

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    August 12th 2024
    Very good experience.

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    August 5th 2024
    If... Dr. Sun, she is booked almost 1 year out. Dr. Sun is and excellent listener, fact giver and concerned.
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      July 11th 2024
      Very excellent listener and gave clear and understandable instructions!
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      July 11th 2024
      The provider is trying to figure out what is causing my problem. More tests are going to have to be run. They asked a lot of questions.
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      May 30th 2024
      Dr. Sun was most impressive. Had thoroughly reviewed my chart (which is extensive). Knowledgeable about my CIDP. Excellent suggestions about future treatment
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      May 30th 2024
      I'm 64 years old and have never experienced as good of care from a dr as I did from dr Sun. Best dr visit I have ever experienced
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      May 9th 2024
      Good
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      May 7th 2024
      Dr. Sun listens while you talk re: your symptoms. She is caring. Explains next step. She looks @ you when you sp9eak and what she recommends.
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      April 1st 2024
      Very good experience.
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      March 14th 2024
      Dr Sun is my favorite MD! She has walked with me for the last two years of mind bending diagnostic testing. I trust her recommendations and appreciate her care
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      March 7th 2024
      This attending informed me she was not qualified to treat me, didn't know why I was sent to her in the first place and refused to take me as a patient. Statements such as those, despite the appreciation of transparency, are not conducive to a positive outlook or even hopeful one for the patient involved. Considering UK does triage referrals and bases whether a patient should be seen or not, the attending should take that up with her superiors and not her patient.
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      March 4th 2024
      Dr Sun is amazing! Her knowledge of her field is outstanding. She is also an excellent teacher. She took time to explain each part of my exam to the intern.