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    MediFind found 10 doctor with experience in Herpes Simplex Encephalitis near Pittsburgh, PA. Of these, 9 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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      Jenny J. Linnoila
      Advanced in Herpes Simplex Encephalitis
      Advanced in Herpes Simplex Encephalitis

      UPMC Neurological Institute - Magee

      300 Halket Street, Suite 4500, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jenny Linnoila, MD, PhD, specializes in neurology and is board-certified in neurology by the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology & Psychiatry. She practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Neurology and is affiliated with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital and UPMC Shadyside. Dr. Linnoila completed her medical education at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, residency at Massachusetts General Hospital - Harvard Medical School, and fellowship at Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education. Dr. Linnoila is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herpes Simplex Encephalitis. Her top areas of expertise are Encephalitis, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Rasmussen Encephalitis, and Herpes Simplex Encephalitis.

      Marina Zaretskaya
      Experienced in Herpes Simplex Encephalitis
      Experienced in Herpes Simplex Encephalitis

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

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      Ajitesh Ojha
      Experienced in Herpes Simplex Encephalitis
      Experienced in Herpes Simplex Encephalitis

      University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Neurology

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

      Ajitesh Ojha, MD, specializes in neurology and is board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is director of the UPMC Neurology Residency Program and is a clinical assistant professor of Neurology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Ojha completed his fellowship and residency at UPMC and completed his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University. He is an active member of the American Academy of Neurology and the Neurohospitalist Society. Dr. Ojha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herpes Simplex Encephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Herpes Simplex Encephalitis, Neurosarcoidosis, and Tissue Biopsy.

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      Experienced in Herpes Simplex Encephalitis
      Experienced in Herpes Simplex Encephalitis
      320 E North Ave, Hemlock Building, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Claire Allen is a Neurologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Allen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herpes Simplex Encephalitis. Her top areas of expertise are Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 8, Herpes Simplex Encephalitis, Transient Global Amnesia, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.

      Experienced in Herpes Simplex Encephalitis
      Infectious Disease
      Experienced in Herpes Simplex Encephalitis
      Infectious Disease

      Allegheny Clinic

      420 E N Ave, Suite 406, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Matthew Moffa is an Infectious Disease provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Moffa has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herpes Simplex Encephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Febrile Neutropenia, Strep Throat, Herpes Simplex Encephalitis, and Pneumonia.

      Experienced in Herpes Simplex Encephalitis
      Infectious Disease
      Experienced in Herpes Simplex Encephalitis
      Infectious Disease

      Allegheny Clinic

      1307 Federal St, Suite B110, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Thomas Walsh is an Infectious Disease provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Walsh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herpes Simplex Encephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis, Sepsis, Herpes Simplex Encephalitis, and Malaria.

      Experienced in Herpes Simplex Encephalitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Herpes Simplex Encephalitis
      Internal Medicine

      Preferred Primary Care Physicians

      26 South 27th Street, Suite 201, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Gujarati , Hindi
      Offers Telehealth

      Bhavank Doshi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Doshi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herpes Simplex Encephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Endoscopy.

      Shaun D. Darrah
      Experienced in Herpes Simplex Encephalitis
      Experienced in Herpes Simplex Encephalitis

      UPMC Department Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation

      9104 Babcock Boulevard, UPMC PASSAVANT, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (8.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Shaun Darrah, MD, is a physiatrist and is board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He is the medical director of the UPMC Rehabilitation Institute at UPMC Passavant and is an assistant professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, where he received his medical degree in 2012. He completed his residency at UPMC in 2016. Dr. Darrah’s clinical interests include stroke, prosthetic gait training, adaptive sports, and general inpatient rehabilitation. He has authored four peer reviewed journal articles, one magazine article, and has 15 poster presentations. He is a member of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Darrah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herpes Simplex Encephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Herpes Simplex Encephalitis, and Subdural Hematoma.

      Experienced in Herpes Simplex Encephalitis
      Experienced in Herpes Simplex Encephalitis

      St Clair Medical Services Inc

      1050 Bower Hill Rd, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (5.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Maxim Hammer is a Neurologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hammer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herpes Simplex Encephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Epilepsy, Thrombectomy, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery.

      Experienced in Herpes Simplex Encephalitis
      Infectious Disease
      Experienced in Herpes Simplex Encephalitis
      Infectious Disease

      Allegheny Clinic

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

      Nathan Shively is an Infectious Disease provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Shively is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Herpes Simplex Encephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, Herpes Simplex Encephalitis, and Malaria.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Herpes Simplex Encephalitis?

      Herpes simplex encephalitis is a rare neurological condition that is characterized by inflammation of the brain (encephalitis). People affected by this condition may experience a headache and fever for up to 5 days, followed by personality and behavioral changes; seizures; hallucinations; and altered levels of consciousness. Herpes simplex encephalitis is caused by a virus called the herpes simplex virus. Most cases are associated with herpes simplex virus type I (the cause of cold sores or fever blisters), although rare cases can be caused by herpes simplex virus type II (genital herpes). It is poorly understood why some people who are infected with herpes simplex virus develop Herpes simplex encephalitis while others do not. Changes in genes such as TLR3 and TRAF3 have been observed suggesting there may be a genetic component in some cases.

      When should I see a Herpes Simplex Encephalitis 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 Herpes Simplex Encephalitis 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 Herpes Simplex Encephalitis 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 Herpes Simplex Encephalitis 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 Herpes Simplex Encephalitis 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 Herpes Simplex Encephalitis doctor search results page. 

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

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Herpes Simplex Encephalitis 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 Herpes Simplex Encephalitis doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Herpes Simplex Encephalitis 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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