The 20 Best Down Syndrome Doctors Near Me in Pittsburgh, PA

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The 20 Best Down Syndrome Doctors near Pittsburgh, PA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 11 doctor with experience in Down Syndrome near Pittsburgh, PA. Of these, 9 are Experienced, 1 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Peter Bulova
    Distinguished in Down Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Down Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    UPMC General Internal Medicine

    3459 5th Avenue, UPMC Montefiore, 9 South, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Bulova, MD, is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. He completed his residency and medical degree at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Bulova is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Down Syndrome, Atrioventricular Septal Defect, Partial Atrioventricular Canal, and Endocardial Cushion Defect.

    Anna M. White
    Advanced in Down Syndrome
    Advanced in Down Syndrome

    Squirrel Hill Family Medicine

    5608 Wilkins Avenue, Suite 100, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anna Marie White, MD, is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine in addition to pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics. She practices at Squirrel Hill Family Medicine and University Family Medicine-UPMC. Dr. White completed her medical degree and residency at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. White is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Down Syndrome, Neurosarcoidosis, and Sarcoidosis.

    Marina Zaretskaya
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Experienced in Down Syndrome

    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 Down Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Myasthenia Gravis, Post-Traumatic Epilepsy, and Serotonin Syndrome.

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    Alda M. Gonzaga
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    UPMC General Internal Medicine

    3459 5th Avenue, UPMC Montefiore, 9 South, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Alda Maria Gonzaga, MD, is certified in pediatrics and internal medicine by the American Board of Pediatrics and is affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian. She completed her medical degree, residency, and fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Gonzaga is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Polydactyly Myopia Syndrome, and Sirenomelia.

    Maria P. Dugan
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    Full Health Primary Care-UPMC

    6301 Forbes Avenue, Suite 300, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Maria Dugan, DO, specializes in family medicine and is certified in family medicine/omt by the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians. She practices at Squirrel Hill Family Practice-UPMC and is affiliated with UPMC Mercy and UPMC Shadyside. She completed her residency at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Dugan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. Her top area of expertise is Down Syndrome.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    200 Quinn Dr Ste 160, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alfred Burgo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Burgo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Down Syndrome, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    Office

    200 Quinn Dr Ste 160, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dinesha Weerasinghe is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Weerasinghe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Down Syndrome, and Chronic Cough.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    The Center For Diabetes And Endocrine Health

    200 Quinn Dr, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nabanita Dutta is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Dutta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Cerebral Palsy, Hypothyroidism, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Pine Hollow Medical Associates

    133 Church Hill Rd Ste 2A, 
    Mc Kees Rocks, PA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Danny Palmieri is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Mc Kees Rocks, Pennsylvania. Dr. Palmieri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Folate Deficiency.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    Allegheny Clinic

    1000 W View Park Dr Ste 1, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elizabeth Slaymaker is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Slaymaker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Dandy-Walker Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Moebius Syndrome, and Down Syndrome.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    315 7th St, 
    New Kensington, PA 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Reilly is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New Kensington, Pennsylvania. Dr. Reilly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Stroke, Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), and Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD).

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Down Syndrome?

    Down syndrome is a chromosomal condition that is associated with intellectual disability, a characteristic facial appearance, and weak muscle tone (hypotonia) in infancy. All affected individuals experience cognitive delays, but the intellectual disability is usually mild to moderate.

    When should I see a Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome doctor search results page. 

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Down Syndrome 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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