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    MediFind found 20 doctor with experience in Craniopharyngioma near Pittsburgh, PA. Of these, 15 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced, 1 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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      Paul A. Gardner
      Elite in Craniopharyngioma
      Neurosurgery
      Elite in Craniopharyngioma
      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 Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniopharyngioma. His top areas of expertise are Chordoma, Pituitary Tumor, Meningioma, Nerve Decompression, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery.

      Carl H. Snyderman
      Distinguished in Craniopharyngioma
      Otolaryngology
      Distinguished in Craniopharyngioma
      Otolaryngology

      University Ear Nose And Throat Specialists

      203 Lothrop Street, Suite 300, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Carl H. Snyderman, MD, is a professor in the department of otolaryngology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and codirector of the UPMC Center for Skull Base Surgery. He specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, and cranial base surgery. Dr. Snyderman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniopharyngioma. His top areas of expertise are Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, Olfactory Neuroblastoma, Sinus Cancer, Endoscopy, and Nerve Decompression.

      Georgios A. Zenonos
      Advanced in Craniopharyngioma
      Advanced in Craniopharyngioma

      UPMC Neurological Institute - Presbyterian

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

      Georgios Zenonos is a Neurosurgery provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Zenonos is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniopharyngioma. His top areas of expertise are Chordoma, Meningioma, Olfactory Neuroblastoma, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery. Dr. Zenonos is currently accepting new patients.

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      L D. Lunsford
      Advanced in Craniopharyngioma
      Neurosurgery
      Advanced in Craniopharyngioma
      Neurosurgery

      UPMC Neurological Institute - Presbyterian

      200 Lothrop Street, Suite F158, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      L Lunsford is a Neurosurgery provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lunsford is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniopharyngioma. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Rhizotomy. Dr. Lunsford is currently accepting new patients.

      John C. Flickinger
      Advanced in Craniopharyngioma
      Radiation Oncology
      Advanced in Craniopharyngioma
      Radiation Oncology

      UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

      4401 Penn Avenue, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      John Flickinger is a Radiation Oncologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Flickinger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniopharyngioma. His top areas of expertise are Brain Tumor, Meningioma, Metastatic Brain Tumor, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Rhizotomy. Dr. Flickinger is currently accepting new patients.

      Ajay Niranjan
      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Neurosurgery

      UPMC Neurological Institute - Presbyterian

      200 Lothrop Street, Suite F158, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ajay Niranjan is a Neurosurgery provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Niranjan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniopharyngioma. His top areas of expertise are Schwannoma, Brain Tumor, Metastatic Brain Tumor, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Rhizotomy. Dr. Niranjan is currently accepting new patients.

      Eric W. Wang
      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Otolaryngology

      University Ear Nose And Throat Specialists

      203 Lothrop Street, Suite 300, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Eric W. Wang, MD, is professor of Otolaryngology, Neurological Surgery, and Ophthalmology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Director of the Division of Rhinology, and Co-Director of the UPMC Center for Cranial Base Surgery. Dr. Wang is also Executive Vice Chair of the Department of Otolaryngology. Dr. Wang completed his undergraduate studies in biochemistry at Rice University and his medical degree at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. He completed his internship and residency at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine in Saint Louis. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniopharyngioma. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Teratocarcinosarcoma, Turbinectomy, and Septoplasty.

      Garret W. Choby
      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Otolaryngology

      University Ear Nose And Throat Specialists

      203 Lothrop Street, Suite 300, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Garret W. Choby, MD, is an Associate Professor of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, as well as Neurological Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He specializes in sinus and skull base surgery. Dr. Choby is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniopharyngioma. His top areas of expertise are Olfactory Neuroblastoma, Sinusitis, Sinus Cancer, Endoscopy, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery.

      Pouneh K. Fazeli
      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Endocrinology
      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Endocrinology

      UPMC Center For Diabetes And Endocrinology

      3601 5th Avenue, Falk Suite 3b, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Pouneh Fazeli is an Endocrinologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Fazeli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniopharyngioma. Her top areas of expertise are Amenorrhea, Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). Dr. Fazeli is currently accepting new patients.

      Wesley T. Kerr
      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma

      UPMC Department Of Neurology

      3471 5th Avenue, Suite 810, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Wesley Kerr is a Neurologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kerr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniopharyngioma. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, and Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS). Dr. Kerr is currently accepting new patients.

      Constantinos G. Hadjipanayis
      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma

      UPMC Neurosurgery Hillman Cancer Center

      5115 Centre Avenue, Hillman Cancer Center 2nd Floor, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Greek
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Constantinos Hadjipanayis is a Neurosurgery provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hadjipanayis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniopharyngioma. His top areas of expertise are Glioma, Glioblastoma, Brain Tumor, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Hadjipanayis is currently accepting new patients.

      David S. Zorub
      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Neurosurgery

      UPMC Neurological Institute - Shadyside

      5200 Centre Avenue, Suite 617, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Zorub is clinical professor of neurological surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and serves as director of the Neuro Intensive Care unit at UPMC Shadyside. He specializes in the treatment of brain and pituitary tumors, as well as spine surgery and cranial nerve disorders. Dr. Zorub is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniopharyngioma. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly, Hydrocephalus, Spondylolisthesis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Neurosurgery

      University Of Pittsburgh Physicians

      200 Lothrop St, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mark Maclean is a Neurosurgery provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Maclean is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniopharyngioma. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Herniated Disk, Rathke Cleft Cyst, and Invertebral Disc Disease.

      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Endocrinology
      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Endocrinology
      3601 5th Ave, Falk Clinic, Suite 2b, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sue Challinor is an Endocrinologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Challinor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniopharyngioma. Her top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Cushing's disease, and Acromegaly.

      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Neurosurgery

      Allegheny Clinic

      320 E N Ave, Suite 208, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (8.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      10+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Evan Luther is a Neurosurgery provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Luther has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniopharyngioma. His top areas of expertise are Brain Tumor, Meningioma, Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Posterior Fossa Decompression. Dr. Luther is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Endocrinology
      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Endocrinology

      Allegheny Clinic

      320 E N Ave, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (8.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Saira Khan is an Endocrinologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Khan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniopharyngioma. Her top areas of expertise are Cushing's disease, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Triple A Syndrome, and Addison's Disease.

      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma

      Allegheny Clinic Radiology

      320 E N Ave, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (8.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Charles Li is a Radiologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Li is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniopharyngioma. His top areas of expertise are CAPOS Syndrome, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), and Herniated Disk.

      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Neurosurgery

      Allegheny Clinic

      320 E N Ave, Suite 208, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (8.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Alexander Yu is a Neurosurgery provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Yu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniopharyngioma. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Subdural Hematoma, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Awake Craniotomy, and Microdiscectomy.

      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma

      Allegheny Clinic

      2580 Haymaker Rd, Suite 106, 
      Monroeville, PA 
       (13.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Justin Davanzo is a Neurosurgery provider in Monroeville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Davanzo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniopharyngioma. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Hemangiopericytoma, Thrombectomy, and Laminectomy.

      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Craniopharyngioma
      Neurosurgery

      Allegheny Clinic

      12311 Perry Hwy, Fl 1, 
      Wexford, PA 
       (14.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jody Leonardo is a Neurosurgery provider in Wexford, Pennsylvania. Dr. Leonardo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniopharyngioma. Her top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Arachnoid Cysts, Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, and Vertebroplasty.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Craniopharyngioma?

      A craniopharyngioma is a noncancerous (benign) tumor that develops at the base of the brain near the pituitary gland.

      When should I see a Craniopharyngioma 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 a Craniopharyngioma 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 Craniopharyngioma 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 Craniopharyngioma 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 a Craniopharyngioma 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 Craniopharyngioma doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Craniopharyngioma 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 a Craniopharyngioma 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 Craniopharyngioma 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 Craniopharyngioma 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 Craniopharyngioma doctors near Pittsburgh, PA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Craniopharyngioma 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 a Craniopharyngioma doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Craniopharyngioma 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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