The 20 Best Familial Adenomatous Polyposis Doctors Near Me in Pittsburgh, PA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 85 doctor with experience in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis near Pittsburgh, PA. Of these, 66 are Experienced, 14 are Advanced and 5 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    1350 Locust St Ste 406, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nicholas Bellicini is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bellicini is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Barrett Esophagus, Ulcerative Colitis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    UPMC Digestive Health Care

    1515 Locust Street, Floor 5, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Harkirat Singh, MD, is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, and Medical Director of GI Endoscopy at the UPMC Mercy Hospital.Dr.Singh's clinical and research interests include pancreatitis, pancreatic cysts, bile duct strictures, pancreato-biliary endoscopy, gastroenterological malignancies, general gastroenterology and hepatology.In addition to upper endoscopies and colonoscopies, Dr.Singh specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures like endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), endoscopic mucosal resection, and deep enteroscopy. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Stricture, Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Singh is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Singh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    UPMC Digestive Health Care

    1515 Locust Street, Floor 5, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael A. Pezzone, MD, PhD, is a gastroenterologist and is board-certified in gastroenterology, hepatology, and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Pezzone earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency and fellowship at UPMC. He is Chief of Gastroenterology at UPMC Mercy and is an associate professor in Pitt’s Departments of Medicine and Pharmacology & Chemical Biology. Dr. Pezzone’s clinical practice encompasses all aspects of general gastroenterology including functional bowel disorders.Are you already a patient of this provider and have a MyUPMC account? Log in to MyUPMC to schedule. Dr. Pezzone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Bowel Incontinence, Colitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Pezzone is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Pezzone is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    UPMC Digestive Health Care

    300 Halket Street, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Janet Kuzmishin, MD, specializes in gastroenterology and is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, and the Digestive Disorders Center at Magee-Womens Hospital, and is affiliated with UPMC Mercy, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. She completed her fellowship at University of Chicago, medical degree at University of Pennsylvania Health System, and fellowship at University of Chicago. Dr. Kuzmishin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Ulcerative Colitis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Kuzmishin is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kuzmishin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    UPMC Digestive Health Care

    200 Lothrop Street, Suite D380, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kevin McGrath, MD, specializes in esophageal diseases and disorders and is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at UPMC Digestive Health Care at Presbyterian and is affiliated with UPMC McKeesport, UPMC Horizon, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Mercy. Dr. McGrath received his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College and completed his residency and fellowship at Duke University School of Medicine.Are you already a patient of this provider and have a MyUPMC account? Log in to MyUPMC to schedule. Dr. Mcgrath is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Barrett Esophagus, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Mcgrath is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    UPMC Digestive Health Care

    200 Lothrop Street, Suite D380, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Adam Slivka, MD, PhD, is a Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and the Associate Chief of Clinical Affairs for the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Slivka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Slivka is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    UPMC Digestive Health Care

    200 Lothrop Street, Suite D380, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Schoen, MD, specializes in gastroenterology and is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, and is affiliated with UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, and UPMC Presbyterian. He completed his medical degree at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Schoen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Obesity, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Schoen is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Schoen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    UPMC Digestive Health Care

    200 Lothrop Street, Suite D380, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kenneth Fasanella, MD, specializes in esophageal diseases and disorders and is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at UPMC Digestive Health Care at Presbyterian and is affiliated with UPMC Horizon, UPMC St. Margaret, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Mercy. Dr. Fasanella received his medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Duke University School of Medicine and fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.Are you already a patient of this provider and have a MyUPMC account? Log in to MyUPMC to schedule. Dr. Fasanella is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Jaundice, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Fasanella is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Transplant Surgery

    UPMC Center For Liver Care

    3459 5th Avenue, Montefiore, 7 South, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alison Faust, MD, specializes in hepatology and transplant hepatology and is board-certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She practices at UPMC Center for Liver Care and is affiliated with UPMC St. Margaret, UPMC Horizon, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. Dr. Faust received her medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College and completed her residency and fellowship at Duke University School of Medicine. Dr. Faust is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Visceromegaly, Primary Biliary Cholangitis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Faust is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Faust is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    UPMC Digestive Health Care, Shadyside, Part Of UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

    5200 Centre Avenue, Suite 409, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Amy Hosmer, MD, is a gastroenterologist certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She is a Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. She practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, and is affiliated with UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Mercy. She completed her Internal Medicine Residency, Gastroenterology Fellowship, and Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy Fellowship at the University of Michigan Health System in Ann Arbor, MI. Dr. Hosmer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gallstones, Neuroma Biliary Tract, Choledocholithiasis, Lithotripsy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Hosmer is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hosmer is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    UPMC Digestive Health Care, Shadyside, Part Of UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

    5200 Centre Avenue, Suite 409, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lee Weinberg, MD, specializes in gastroenterology and is certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, and is affiliated with UPMC Shadyside. He completed his residency at Mount Sinai Hospital and fellowship at Columbia University Hospital. Dr. Weinberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ulcerative Colitis, Colitis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Weinberg is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Weinberg is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    UPMC Digestive Health Care, Shadyside, Part Of UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

    5200 Centre Avenue, Suite 409, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Howard Dubner, MD, specializes in gastroenterology and is certified in gastroenterology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, and is affiliated with UPMC Shadyside. He completed his residency at Boston Medical Center and his medical degree at New York University School of Medicine. Dr. Dubner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Dubner is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Dubner is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    UPMC Digestive Health Care, Shadyside, Part Of UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

    5200 Centre Avenue, Suite 409, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Randall Brand, MD, specializes in gastroenterology and is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, and is affiliated with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Shadyside. He completed his fellowship at University of California at San Francisco and his medical degree at University of Michigan Medical School. Dr. Brand is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Chronic Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Brand is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Brand is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Pittsburgh Gastroenterology Associates

    2589 Boyce Plaza Road, 
    Upper St Clair, PA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Cedar is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Upper St Clair, Pennsylvania. Dr. Cedar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Cedar is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Colorectal Surgery

    Allegheny General Hospital Trauma Center

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

    James Mccormick is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mccormick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    General Surgery

    Allegheny General Hospital

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

    Richard Fortunato is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Fortunato is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    UPMC Digestive Health Care

    200 Lothrop Street, Suite D380, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Portuguese
    Accepting New Patients

    Julia McNabb-Baltar, MD, MPH, specializes in gastroenterology and is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She practices at UPMC Digestive Health Care and GI Lab in UPMC Presbyterian and is affiliated with UPMC Mercy. Dr. McNabb-Baltar received her medical degree from the Université de Montréal and completed her residency and fellowship at Royal Victoria Hospital, followed by a fellowship at Montreal General Hospital. Dr. Mcnabb is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Mcnabb is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mcnabb is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    1350 Locust St Ste 406, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Pagano is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Pagano is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    UPMC Digestive Health Care

    200 Delafield Road, Suite 2005, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Charles Gabbert, MD, specializes in gastroenterology and is certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, and is affiliated with UPMC Mercy, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC St Margaret, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Shadyside. He completed his medical degree at Oregon Health and Science University. Dr. Gabbert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Obstruction, Bile Duct Stricture, Cholestasis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Gabbert is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gabbert is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
    Gastroenterology

    UPP Gastroenterology- S K Narla MD

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

    Sudhir Narla, MD, specializes in gastroenterology and is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, and is affiliated with UPMC McKeesport and UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. He completed his medical degree at Gandhi Hospital and residency at Philadelphia State Hospital. Dr. Narla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Esophagitis, Gastric Dysmotility, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Narla is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Narla is currently accepting new patients.

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    What is the definition of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis?

    Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) is an inherited disorder that is characterized by a greatly increased risk of cancer of the large intestine (colon) and rectum (collectively known as colorectal cancer). People with FAP have multiple precancerous (benign) growths (polyps) in the colon, and one or more of these polyps will likely develop into colorectal cancer. There are two forms of FAP: the classic type and the attenuated type.

    When should I see a Familial Adenomatous Polyposis 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis doctor search results page. 

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Familial Adenomatous Polyposis 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Familial Adenomatous Polyposis 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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