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Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita, Sp.N., M.Kes., AIFO-K., PAK (K)

4/15/2026 12:00:00 AM

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Academic Position

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: Associate Professor (400)

: poppy.kristina@atmajaya.ac.id



Biography


Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita, Sp.N., M.Kes., AIFO-K, PAK(K) is a distinguished academic and clinician in the field of medicine, specializing in neurology and anatomy. Since 2000, she has been serving as a lecturer at the School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Atma Jaya Catholic University of Indonesia (FKIK UAJ).

Currently, she holds the position of Head of the Department of Anatomy and Chair of the Senate at FKIK UAJ, reflecting her significant role in academic governance and institutional development.

Previously, she served as the Chair of the Medical Profession Study Program (2020–2025), where she made substantial contributions to curriculum development and quality assurance in medical education.

She has been practicing as a neurology specialist since 2006 and is widely recognized for her expertise in managing neurological disorders.

In addition to publishing extensively in national and international journals, she is also actively involved as an author, editor, and translator of medical books, contributing significantly to the advancement of medical literature in Indonesia.

Through her leadership in academic development, clinical practice, and scientific research, she continues to have a meaningful and lasting impact on medical education and healthcare quality in Indonesia.


Bachelor of Medicine (S1) – Atma Jaya Catholic University (1996)
Medical Doctor Profession – Atma Jaya Catholic University (2000)
Neurology Specialist (Sp1) – Padjadjaran University (2006)
Master’s Degree (S2) – Padjadjaran University (2006)
Doctoral Degree (S3) – Gadjah Mada University (2018)
Neurology and Anatomy
Anatomy and Neuroscience
Basic Biomedical Science Block 2
Basic Biomedical Science Block 3
Cardiovascular and Respiratory System Block
Sensory, Integumentary, and Nervous System Block
Mental and Behavioral Health Block
Neuromusculoskeletal System Block
Neurogeriatrics and Dementia Block
Growth, Development, and Aging Block
Pathology Concepts Block 1
Pathology Concepts Block 2
Pathology Concepts Block 3
Neuroanatomy
Clinical Anatomy
Kinesiology and Biomechanics
Neuroscience
Neurobiochemistry
Neurodegenerative Disorders
Clinical Clerkship in Neurology
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2001, Klippel-Feil Syndrome: A Neuroanatomical Approach
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2005, Intracranial lesion with HIV infection
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2006, The Relationship Between Primary Chronic Daily Headache and Patient Disability
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2006, Asymptomatic Dandy-Walker Variant in an Adult. Indonesian Journal of Anatomy
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2007, Understanding Chronic Daily Headache
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2007, The Effect of Headache Type, Intensity, and Duration on Disability in Primary Chronic Daily Headache
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2007, Syringomyelia with Chiari Type I Malformation
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2008, Measurement of Distance Between Median Nerve, Palmaris Longus and Flexor Carpi Radialis for Carpal Tunnel Injection (Cadaver Study)
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2009, Evaluation of Anatomy Learning in Competency-Based Curriculum
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2011, Cavum Septi Pellucidi and Cavum Vergae Cyst in Humans
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2011, The Effect of Gotu Kola Extract on Cognitive Function in the Elderly
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2012, Early Detection of Dementia
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2013, Intima-Media Thickness of Carotid Artery in Young Adults
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2014, Contribution of Hypertension and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus to Recurrent Stroke
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2014, Effect of Sleep Deprivation on Blood Glucose Levels in Preclinical Medical Students
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2014, Cognitive Function in Elderly Living in Nursing Homes and with Families
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2014, Physical Activity Improves Cognitive Function, Balance, and Quality of Life in the Elderly: Experimental Study in Jakarta
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2015, Dark Chocolate Administration Improves Working Memory in Students. Universa Medicina
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2019, Correlation Between Serum S100B Protein Level With Neurological Deficit in Patients With Acute Intracerebral Hemorrhage
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2020, Intracerebral Hemorrhage due to Unilateral Moyamoya in a Young Woman during Puerperium
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2021, Factors Associated with Length of Hospital Stay in Stroke Patients at Atma Jaya Hospital
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2021, Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte Ratio as a Predictor of Neurological Deficit in Acute Ischemic Stroke Patients
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2021, Relationship Between Body Temperature Changes and Neurological Disability in Daily Activities of Ischemic Stroke Patients
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2021, Relationship Between Education Level, Experience, and Stroke Knowledge
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2022, Comparison of Effects Between Conventional Cigarette Smoke and E-Cigarette Vapor on Hippocampal Pyramidal Cells
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2022, Impact on Medical Education and Students’ Attitude, Practice, and Mental Health After One Year of the COVID-19 Pandemic in Indonesia
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2022, Secretome as Neuropathology-Targeted Intervention in Parkinson’s Disease
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2023, Stroke Knowledge in a Working Community in Bandung
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2023, Eagle’s Syndrome with Neck Discomfort: A Report of Three Cases
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2023, Human Nervous System Anatomy Learning for Third Grade Elementary Students in an Anatomy Museum
Dr. dr. Poppy Kristina Sasmita M.Kes., Sp.S., 2023, Phosphodiesterase Type 5 Inhibitors (PDE-5I) as a Potential Therapeutic Drug in Stroke: A Systematic Narrative Review
Poppy Kristina Sasmita. Stroke Knowledge in a Bandung Community. Mitra Mas. 2023;01(01):58-64.
Poppy Kristina Sasmita, Herlina Uinarni, Liliana Sugiharto. Eagle’s Syndrome with Neck Discomfort: A Report of Three Cases. Radiology Case Report. 2023;18:3105-3108.
Poppy Kristina Sasmita, Rita Dewi, Robi Irawan, Tena Djuartina. Human Nervous System Anatomy Learning for Third Grade Elementary Students in an Anatomy Museum. Mitra Mas. 2023;01(02):1143-121.
Harvey Sudharta et al. Phosphodiesterase Type 5 Inhibitors (PDE-5I) as a Potential Therapeutic Drug in Stroke. Ro J Neurol. 2023;22(2):98-110.
Robert Shen et al. Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor Interplay with Oxidative Stress: A Neuropathological Approach. Dement Neuropsychol. 2023;17:e20230012.
Alvin Sunjaya, Poppy Kristina Sasmita. Relationship Between Sitting Position and Duration with Muscle Pain. Damianus Journal of Medicine. 2023;22(3):216-224.
Leonardo Ongga et al. Understanding Stunting in Toddlers: Factors Impacting Knowledge Levels. Journal of Urban Health Research. 2023;2(1):32-42.
Jimmy Fransisco A Barus et al. Comorbidities, Social, and Psychological Factors Associated with Headache in Indonesian Adults. Univ Med. 2024;43:148-56.
Andrew W. Tanuwijaya et al. Neuropsychiatric Manifestations in Anti-NMDAR Encephalitis: A Case Report. Acta Neurologica Indonesia. 2024;02(03):16-23.
Sharla Aliza et al. Effect of Secretome in Parkinson Model. MNJ. 2025;11(1):16-19.
Robert Shen et al. Pupillary Response as a Biomarker for Alzheimer’s Disease. Dement Neuropsychol. 2025;19:e20240153.
Aiko Caldino et al. Sleep Quality and Migraine Incidence in Preclinical Students. Neurona. 2025.
Nur Rizqiyah Muhandis et al. Depression in Elderly Women with Low Education Level. Damianus Journal of Medicine. 2025;24(1):69-77.
Poppy Kristina Sasmita et al. Neuroprotective Effect in Ischemic Stroke. Explor Neuroprot Ther. 2025.
Jonathan Kurniawan Sindaka, Poppy Kristina Sasmita. Intracranial Aneurysm Case Report. Radiology Case Report. 2026.

Books
- Osteology and Clinical Orientation (Editor, 2023)
- Musculoskeletal and Clinical Orientation (Editor, 2024)
- Neurological Problems in the Elderly (Author, 2024)
- Hemorrhagic Stroke Biomarkers (Author, 2025)