The 20 Best Apoplexy Doctors Near Me in Pittsburgh,, PA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 348 doctor with experience in Apoplexy near Pittsburgh,, PA. Of these, 295 are Experienced, 40 are Advanced and 13 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Distinguished in Apoplexy

    UPMC Neurological Institute - Presbyterian

    200 Lothrop Street, A402 UPMC Presbyterian, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Okonkwo is professor of neurological surgery as well as clinical director of the Brain Trauma Research Center and director of the neurotrauma program. He also serves as director of the scoliosis and spinal deformity program at UPMC Presbyterian. Dr. Okonkwo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Scoliosis, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Okonkwo is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Okonkwo is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Cardiology
    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Cardiology

    HVI Outpatient Cardiology Center At PUH

    200 Lothrop Street, UPMC Presbyterian 5B Cardiology, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Romanian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Catalin Toma, MD, is an interventional cardiologist and is certified in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He currently serves as director of interventional cardiology for the Heart and Vascular Institute and director of the Interventional Fellowship at UPMC. He is an assistant professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Iasi, Romania. Following a post-doctoral fellowship at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore, he completed an internal medicine residency at St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital Center in New York City and a fellowship in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology at UPMC.Dr. Toma joined the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in 2007. He currently leads the Chronic Total Occlusion Program as well as the Pulmonary Vascular Interventional Program at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. He is an integral part of the Structural Heart Program with interests in the aortic and tricuspid space. Additional interests include intracoronary imaging and mechanical circulatory support. Dr. Toma has had an extensive amount of publications and presentations over his career, has several invention patents, and serves as a clinical study leader at local and national levels.View Dr. Toma's full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Toma is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Embolism, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Heart Attack, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Toma is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Toma is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Distinguished in Apoplexy

    UPMC Neurological Institute - Shadyside

    532 South Aiken Avenue, Suite 300, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Starr, MD, is certified in neurology and vascular neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is interim director of the UPMC Stroke Institute, director of the Vascular Neurology Fellowship, and an assistant professor of Neurology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He is also director of the Comprehensive Stroke Centers at UPMC Presbyterian and UPMC Mercy, working with large multidisciplinary groups to provide quality stroke care for patients with ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke. He received his medical degree from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine and completed his residency and fellowship at UPMC.Dr. Starr’s clinical and research interests include ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, focusing on cryptogenic stroke. He has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, and American Heart Association/American Stroke Association.View the full list of Dr. Starr’s publications on PubMed.https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Starr%2C+Matthew. Dr. Starr is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Apoplexy, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Starr is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology and American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Starr is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Distinguished in Apoplexy

    Physician Landing Zone P.C.

    490 E North Ave Ste 307, 
    Pittsburgh,, PA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mithun Chakravarthy is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh,, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chakravarthy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Cardiomyopathy, Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, Atherectomy, and Thrombectomy.

    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Distinguished in Apoplexy

    Physician Landing Zone P.C.

    490 E North Ave Ste 307, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vijaya Sanikommu is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sanikommu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Heart Attack, Necrosis, Atherectomy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Advanced in Apoplexy

    UPMC Neurological Institute - Mercy

    1350 Locust Street, Suite 300, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Kaufmann is clinical assistant professor of neurological surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and is Chief of Neurosurgery at UPMC Mercy. He maintains a general neurosurgery practice with an emphasis on treating degenerative disorders of the spine and traumatic injuries of the brain and spine. He also has an interest in complex spinal reconstructive surgery for conditions involving spinal deformity and brain tumors.Dr. Kaufmann received his medical degree from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City and completed a general surgery internship at the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore. He performed his neurosurgical residency at Montefiore Medical Center and the Hyman-Newman Institute for Neurology and Neurosurgery at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City. He is board certified in neurological surgery.Dr. Kaufmann is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the Congress of Neurological Surgeons and the Pennsylvania Neurosurgical Society.David Kaufmann, MD, specializes in neurosurgery and is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Neurosurgery aand is affiliated with UPMC Mercy and UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. He completed his residency at Montefiore Medical Center and medical education at Yeshiva University, Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Kaufmann is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Stroke, Apoplexy, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft. Dr. Kaufmann is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Kaufmann is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Interventional Cardiology

    UPMC Heart & Vascular Institute - Mercy

    1350 Locust Street, Suite 100, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bryan Robertson, MD, specializes in interventional cardiology and is certified in interventional cardiology, cardiovascular disease, and nuclear cardiology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute and is affiliated with UPMC Jameson, UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Passavant, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Horizon, and UPMC Mercy. Dr. Robertson completed his fellowship at Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. Dr. Robertson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Apoplexy, Arterial Embolism, and Angina. Dr. Robertson is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , Certification Board Of Nuclear Cardiology , and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Robertson is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Neurosurgery

    UPMC Neurological Institute - Presbyterian

    200 Lothrop Street, A402 UPMC Presbyterian, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Gardner is the Peter J. Jannetta Endowed Chair of neurological surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and director of the Center for Skull Base Surgery. He specializes in endoscopic endonasal skull base surgery, pituitary tumors, Neuroendoport brain surgery, and vascular neurosurgery. Dr. Gardner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 61 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chordoma, Pituitary Tumor, Meningioma, Nerve Decompression, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery. Dr. Gardner is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Gardner is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Advanced in Apoplexy

    UPMC Heart And Vascular Institute

    200 Lothrop Street, UPMC Presbyterian 5B Cardiology, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Schmidhofer, MD, is a cardiologist and is certified in cardiovascular diseases and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is the medical director of the Coronary Intensive Care Unit at UPMC Presbyterian and is a professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin, and completed his residency at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and his cardiology fellowship at Allegheny General Hospital.Dr. Schmidhofer's clinical interests include critical care cardiology and general cardiology. He is a member of the American College of Cardiology. He lives in Squirrel Hill with his wife and is a beekeeper. Dr. Schmidhofer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Apoplexy, Cardiogenic Shock, Cardiac Arrest, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Schmidhofer is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Schmidhofer is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Interventional Cardiology

    UPMC Heart And Vascular Institute

    200 Lothrop Street, Floor 3, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Pacella, MD, is an interventional cardiologist and is certified in interventional cardiology, and cardiovascular disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is an associate professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency and fellowship at UPMC.Dr. Pacella joined the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in 2006. His clinical interests include innovations in interventional cardiology and the improvement of microvascular function following myocardial infarction and percutaneous coronary intervention. He has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and regularly presents his research at national and international conferences. He is a fellow of the American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology, as well as a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions, and Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography. Dr. Pacella lives in the South Hills with his wife and four children and enjoys golfing and traveling.View Dr. Pacella's full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Pacella is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Long QT Syndrome 2, Long QT Syndrome 3, Long QT Syndrome 5, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI). Dr. Pacella is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Pacella is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Interventional Cardiology

    HVI Outpatient Cardiology Center At PUH

    200 Lothrop Street, UPMC Presbyterian 5B Cardiology, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ashley B. Lee, MD, is an interventional cardiologist and is certified in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is an assistant professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine, and completed his residency, followed by his fellowship, at UPMC. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Angina, Apoplexy, Angioplasty, and Atherectomy. Dr. Lee is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Interventional Cardiology

    UPMC Heart And Vascular Institute (Power Cardiology)

    5200 Centre Avenue, Suite 307, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Power, MD, is a cardiologist with 30 years of experience and is certified in interventional cardiology, cardiology, and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is a clinical assistant professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from the Medical College of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine where he was chief medical resident. His general and interventional cardiology fellowships were done at Dartmouth Medical Center.Dr. Power’s clinical interests include interventional and general cardiology. He has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and is a member of The American College of Cardiology, The American Heart Association, and The American College of Physicians. Dr. Power lives in Fox Chapel. Dr. Power is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Stable Angina, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), and Mitral Valve Prolapse. Dr. Power is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , American Board Of Internal Medicine , and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Power is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Advanced in Apoplexy

    Specialists In Cardiovascular Medicine, PC

    532 South Aiken Avenue, Aiken Professional Building, Suite 411, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Offers Telehealth

    Imad Domat is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Domat is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Long QT Syndrome 2, Long QT Syndrome, Long QT Syndrome 5, Timothy Syndrome, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Domat is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Interventional Cardiology
    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Interventional Cardiology

    UPMC Heart And Vascular Institute

    275 Clairton Boulevard, 
    West Mifflin, PA 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John F. Pensock, MD, FACC, is a board-certified cardiologist in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He received his medical degree from The Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine and completed his residency and fellowships at Drexel University College of Medicine and Allegheny General Hospital.Dr. Pensock joined the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in 2012. His clinical interests include interventional, general, and preventive cardiology. Dr. Pensock is a member of the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association. In his spare time, Dr. Pensock enjoys spending time with his wife and children, cycling, and traveling. Dr. Pensock is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Attack, and Arterial Embolism. Dr. Pensock is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , Certification Board Of Nuclear Cardiology , and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Pensock is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Experienced in Apoplexy

    University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Critical Care Medicine

    1400 Locust Street, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alexis Steinberg, MD, specializes in neurology and is board-certified in neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She is an assistant professor of Neurology and Emergency Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Steinberg completed her residency and fellowship at UPMC and medical degree from Technion Bruce Rappaport School of Medicine. Dr. Steinberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke and Apoplexy. Dr. Steinberg is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology

    Alagar Medical Associates P.C.

    1350 Locust St Ste 100, 
    Pittsburgh,, PA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Aryan Aiyer is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh,, Pennsylvania. Dr. Aiyer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Long QT Syndrome, Long QT Syndrome 3, Long QT Syndrome 5, and Timothy Syndrome.

    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Neurosurgery

    UPMC Neurological Institute - Mercy

    1350 Locust Street, Suite 300, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael J. Lang, MD, joined the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 2019 as a vascular and endovascular neurosurgeon who specializes in treatment of vessel diseases of the brain, including: aneurysms, stroke, carotid artery stenosis, arteriovenous malformations and fistulas, cavernomas, and intracerebral hemorrhage. He performs both minimally invasive endovascular and traditional open and skull base surgery, allowing a comprehensive approach in the treatment of cerebrovascular disease. He also has subspecialty training in functional and epilepsy neurosurgery. Dr. Lang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Pica, Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery, and Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery. Dr. Lang is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Lang is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Neurosurgery

    UPMC Neurological Institute - Mercy

    1350 Locust Street, Suite 300, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Gross is an assistant professor in the Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Gross specializes in cerebrovascular neurosurgery for the treatment of brain and spinal cord vascular disorders such as aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, arteriovenous fistulas, and cavernous malformations. His other clinical interests include embolization of brain and spinal cord tumors; cervical, intracranial, and venous stenting; and revascularization for acute ischemic stroke.Dr. Gross’ research is concentrated in cerebrovascular neurosurgery; he has written over 100 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. His interests include natural history, treatment approaches and outcomes research in the management of aneurysms and vascular malformations of the neuraxis.Dr. Gross graduated Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa from Northwestern University with a degree in chemistry and earned his medical degree at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. He completed his neurosurgery residency at Brigham and Women’s Hospital/Boston Children’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School. He went on to complete an endovascular fellowship at the Barrow Neurological Institute.Bradley Gross, MD, specializes in neurosurgery and is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Neurosurgery and is affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, and UPMC Shadyside. He completed his fellowship at Barrow Neurological Institute, residency at Brigham and Women's Hospital, and medical education at Northwestern University. Dr. Gross is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arteriovenous Malformation, Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Gross is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Gross is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Experienced in Apoplexy

    UPMC Neurological Institute-Mercy

    1350 Locust Street, Suite 105, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marina Zaretskaya, MD, is a physician and is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She received her medical degree from the Moscow Institute of Medicine and Dentistry and completed her residency at the Clinical Emergency Hospital and the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, followed by her fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Zaretskaya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. She is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Myasthenia Gravis, Post-Traumatic Epilepsy, and Serotonin Syndrome. Dr. Zaretskaya is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Zaretskaya is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Experienced in Apoplexy

    UPMC Heart And Vascular Institute

    1350 Locust Street, Suite 100, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Eric J. Dueweke, MD, MBA, FACC, is a general cardiologist and is certified in cardiovascular medicine and nuclear cardiology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is a clinical lecturer at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from University of Michigan and completed his residency at University of Michigan followed by his fellowship at UPMC. Dr. Dueweke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect, and Sick Sinus Syndrome. Dr. Dueweke is board certified in Certification Board Of Nuclear Cardiology , American Board Of Internal Medicine , and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Dueweke is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Apoplexy?

    Apoplexy is bleeding into an organ or loss of blood flow to an organ. For example,

    • Adrenal apoplexy -- bleeding into the adrenal glands
    • Pituitary apoplexy -- bleeding into the pituitary gland

    Apoplexy most often refers to stroke symptoms that occur suddenly. Such symptoms occur due to bleeding into the brain. It can also occur by a blood clot in a brain blood vessel. Conditions such as subarachnoid hemorrhage or stroke are sometimes called apoplexy.

    Functional apoplexy is when a person appears to be having stroke-like symptoms. However, there is no brain defect.

    When should I see an Apoplexy doctor near Pittsburgh,, PA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Apoplexy doctor near Pittsburgh,, PA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Apoplexy doctors near Pittsburgh,, PA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Apoplexy doctors near Pittsburgh,, PA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Apoplexy doctor near Pittsburgh,, PA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Apoplexy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Apoplexy doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Apoplexy doctor near Pittsburgh,, PA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Apoplexy doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Apoplexy doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Apoplexy doctors near Pittsburgh,, PA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Apoplexy doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Apoplexy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Apoplexy doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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