
Sevil Yasar, MD, PhD
Neurology
Geriatric Medicine
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
4.9 of 5 stars
92 Ratings, 46 ReviewsLanguages
- German
- Hungarian
- English
14 Insurances Accepted
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FemaleAbout Sevil Yasar
Primary Academic Title
Associate Professor of Medicine
Background
1988-1992, Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacology, Semmelweis Medical University, Budapest, Hungary.
1992-1996, Instructor, Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD.
2001-2014, Assistant Professor, Division of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD.
2012-2014, Assistant Professor, Department of Neurology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD.
2014-present, Associate Professor, Division of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD.
2014-present, Department of Neurology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD.
Centers and Institutes
Additional Academic Titles
Associate Professor of Neurology
Research Interests
Antihypertensive medications, Cognitive Decline, Dementia, Hydrocephalus, Vascular Risk Factors
Lab Website
Sevil Yasar Lab
- Research areas in the Sevil Yasar Lab include dementia, cognitive decline, hydrocephalus and pharmacoepidemiology. Recently, we studied the ability of fatty acid amide hydrolase (FAAH) inhibitors to block the rewarding effects of nicotine in squirrel monkeys.
Selected Publications
Yasar S, Corrada M, Brookmeyer R, Kawas C: Use of calcium channel blockers and the risks of developing Alzheimer’s disease and mortality: The Baltimore Longitudinal Study of Aging. Neurobiol Aging 2005;2:157-163. PMID: 15582745 DOI: 10.1016/j.neurobiolaging.2004.03.009
Yasar S, FM Lin, LP Fried, CH Kawas, KM Sink, ST DeKosky, MC Carlson. Diuretic Use is Associated with Better Learning and Memory in Older Adults in the GEM Study. Alzheimers Dement, 2012; 8:188-195. PMCID: PMC3341535, DOI: 10.1016/j.jalz.2011.03.010
Yasar S, Xia J, Yao W, Furberg C, Xue XL, Mercado C, Fitzpatrick A, Fried L, Kawas C, Sink K, Williamson J, Dekosky S, Carlson M. Antihypertensive drugs decrease risk of Alzheimer’s disease: Ginkgo Evaluation of Memory Study. Neurology, 2013; 81:896-903. PMCID: PMC3885216, DOI: 10.1212/WNL.0b013e3182a35228
Yasar S, Zhou J, Varadhan R, Carlson M: The use of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors and diuretics is associated with a reduced incidence of impairment on cognition in elderly women. Clin Pharmacol Ther. 2008; 84:119-26. PMID: 18231116 DOI: 10.1038/sj.clpt.6100483
Peters R, Yasar S, Andrews S, et al.: Investigation of class effects on dementia and cognitive decline associations with antihypertensive drugs: A comprehensive meta-analysis of participant data. Neurology, 2020, 94:e267-e281. PMCID: PMC7108807, DOI: 10.1212/WNL.0000000000008732
Honors
- Induction into Distinguished Teaching Society (DTS) of JHSOM, 1/1/18
- Teaching award - Geriatric Medicine & Gerontology, 1/1/14
- Young Investigator, Gordon Research Conferences, 1/1/07
- Fellows Travel Award, Hartford/AFAR, 1/1/00
- Soros Travel Award, 1/1/90
- Semmelweis University Award, 1/1/87
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
- 4940 Eastern Avenue, Suite 1201, Baltimore, MD 21224
- phone: 410-550-5624
- fax: 410-550-7694
- Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
- 5300 Alpha Commons Drive, Floor 4, Baltimore, MD 21224
- phone: 410-550-6337
- fax: 410-550-5992
Expertise
Education
Semmelweis Medical University
Graduate School, PhD, 2006Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
Fellowship, Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology, 2001Greater Baltimore Medical Center
Residency, Internal Medicine, 1998National Institutes of Health
Fellowship, Pharmacology, 1992Semmelweis Medical University
Medical Education, MD, 1988Board Certifications
Geriatric Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine, 2001Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
92 ratings, 46 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2025
Dr. Yasar always responds to my concerns. She and I discuss next steps in my care openly and honestly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2025
The doctor was excellent at explaining things and made it very thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2024
Good communicator
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2024
[staff] was wxcellent. Dr. Yasar is wonderful and empathetic.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2024
Dr. Yasar has always been very thorough during my appointments. She's ask the appropriate questions and provides solutions. Also, she is very caring and a good listener.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2024
Professional and friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2024
Knowledgeable, personable and a good communicator.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2024
Very focused and helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2024
Dr. Yasar is an excellent physician. I felt very comfortable and she explained everything so well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2024
Good provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2024
Dr. Yasar and team are phenomenal, compassionate professionals caring for me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2024
Knowledgeable and friendly. I look forward to her feedback after completing my neuropsychological evaluation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2024
Dr. Yasar and the team at Hopkins Bayside neurology/hydrocephalus clinic are very professional and patient oriented. Medical information is presented in a clear, concise manner, and time was allowed to answer all questions that arose during the visit. I would highly recommend Dr. Yasar and the services provided.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2024
Dr Yasar is a wonderful doctor. I trust her with my health progress
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2024
As nice and competent as ever. And she told me to make sure I follow up if I have any more issues like last year.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2024
Excellent, knowledgeable, dedicated, intelligent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2024
Well-prepared. Had read info from previous MRI and hospital tests and incorporated that into her review and evaluation and discussion of next steps. Was knowledgeable and friendly and approachable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2024
Dr Yasar is excellent on all levels.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2024
Very pleasant, helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2024
Explained everything clearly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2024
Very good care!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2024
Highly positive visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2024
Excellent in every way
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2024
Dr. Yasar was engaged, concerned, professional and knowledgeable. We like her alot.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2024
Very attentive and interested
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2024
Dr Yasar was clear and concise and complete/ and friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2024
Dr. Yasar is a compassionate and caring professional. She was very concerned about my wife's condition and was very attentive to my input since my wife does not talk now.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2024
Doctor was very knowledgeable and explained things well. She spent a lot of time answering our questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2024
Very informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2024
Dr. Yasar is so kind and caring. I appreciate the way she enter acts with my sister.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2024
Dr. Yasar is a good listener. Concerned with trying to understand my issues and suggesting a solution.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2024
A positive individual
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2024
Simply amazing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2024
Dr. Yasar is a compassionate, caring physician, intent on providing quality care and identifying health issues in working to ensure the patient gets the best care and treat possible. Dr. Yasar us great at encouraging and including the patient in their own care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2024
Clear, good explanations, friendly, considerate, concerned
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2024
Awesome
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/17/2024
She is a very good doctor Very caring and thoughtful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2024
Dr. Yasar demonstrates knowledge and experience in the field of mental and emotional health. She is extremely thorough, compassionate and offers support to my caregiver.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/22/2024
Dr. Yasar is efficient, cordial and very easy to talk with. She understands our concerns and addresses them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/22/2024
Very professional, personable, and thorough. One of the best medical visits I've had in my [age] years.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/21/2024
Very professional and thorough in reviewing test results, gathering information and explaining the proposed treatment plan.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/20/2024
We are very happy with Dr. Yasar.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/20/2024
Outstanding doctor.Very compassionate and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/8/2024
She was very patient. Explained well about how I did when she tested me. Told me to make a 6 month appointment and come back..
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/28/2024
Very capable, thorough, informative, pleasant
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/28/2024
Intensions very good delivery not so