Advanced in Papilledema

Dr. Sashank Prasad

Neurology
Penn Medicine
Penn Neurology University City
3737 Market Street, 8th Floor, 
Philadelphia, PA 
On Staff At
Accepting New Patients
Advanced in Papilledema
Penn Medicine
Penn Neurology University City
3737 Market Street, 8th Floor, 
Philadelphia, PA 
OverviewInsuranceLocationsClinical ResearchSimilar Doctors

Overview

Sashank Prasad is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Prasad is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Papilledema. His top areas of expertise are Susac Syndrome, Optic Neuritis, Stroke, Gastrostomy, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Prasad is currently accepting new patients.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 108 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years. In particular, he has co-authored 4 articles in the study of Papilledema.

Graduate Institution
University Of Pennsylvania School Of Medicine
Residency
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Specialties
Neurology
Licenses
Psychiatry & Neurology in PA
Board Certifications
Neurology, 2008
Hospital Affiliations
Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania
Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

Find your insurance
Find your insuranceClose

Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
BMC HealthNet
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Clover Health
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Provider Partners Health Plan
  • MEDICARE SNP
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
View 13 Less Insurance Carriers -

Locations

Penn Neurology University City
3737 Market Street, 8th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Call: 800-789-7366
Other Locations
Penn Neuroscience Center - Neurology
3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

1 Clinical Trials

Randomized Trial of Medical Therapy (MT) vs. MT Plus Optic Nerve Sheath Fenestration vs. MT Plus Ventriculoperitoneal Cerebrospinal Fluid Shunting in Subjects With Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension and Moderate to Severe Visual Loss
Randomized Trial of Medical Therapy (MT) vs. MT Plus Optic Nerve Sheath Fenestration vs. MT Plus Ventriculoperitoneal Cerebrospinal Fluid Shunting in Subjects With Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension and Moderate to Severe Visual Loss
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: June 16, 2022
Intervention Type: Drug, Procedure
Study Phase: Phase 3

108 Total Publications

Pearls & Oy-sters: Attacks of Hemiplegic Migraine and Encephalopathy in SLC4A4 Pathogenic Variants.
Pearls & Oy-sters: Attacks of Hemiplegic Migraine and Encephalopathy in SLC4A4 Pathogenic Variants.
Journal: Neurology
Published: October 06, 2025
View All 108 Publications
Similar Doctors
Elite in Papilledema
Dr. Grant T. Liu
Neurology
Elite in Papilledema
Dr. Grant T. Liu
Neurology

Penn Pituitary Center

3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 2nd Floor, 
Philadelphia, PA 
 (0.7 miles away)
800-789-7366
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances
Accepting New Patients

Grant Liu is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Liu is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Papilledema. His top areas of expertise are Increased Intracranial Pressure, Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, Papilledema, Thymectomy, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Liu is currently accepting new patients.

Distinguished in Papilledema
Dr. Mark L. Moster
Ophthalmology | Neurology
Distinguished in Papilledema
Dr. Mark L. Moster
Ophthalmology | Neurology
840 Walnut St Ste 930, 
Philadelphia, PA 
 (2.1 miles away)
215-928-3130
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances

Mark Moster is an Ophthalmologist and a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Moster is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Papilledema. His top areas of expertise are Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON), Optic Nerve Atrophy, Papilledema, Temporal Arteritis, and Vitrectomy.

Distinguished in Papilledema
Dr. Robert Avery
Neurology
Distinguished in Papilledema
Dr. Robert Avery
Neurology
3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
Philadelphia, PA 
 (0.6 miles away)
215-590-2791
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances

Robert Avery is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Avery is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Papilledema. His top areas of expertise are Optic Glioma, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), Neurofibromatosis, Papilledema, and Thymectomy.

VIEW MORE PAPILLEDEMA DOCTORS

Areas of Expertise

MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.

Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers

Find Dr. Prasad's expertise for a condition
ConditionClose
    • Distinguished
    • Susac Syndrome
      Dr. Prasad is
      Distinguished
      . Learn about Susac Syndrome.
      See more Susac Syndrome experts
    • Advanced
    • Horner Syndrome
      Dr. Prasad is
      Advanced
      . Learn about Horner Syndrome.
      See more Horner Syndrome experts
    • Increased Intracranial Pressure
      Dr. Prasad is
      Advanced
      . Learn about Increased Intracranial Pressure.
      See more Increased Intracranial Pressure experts
    • Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON)
      Dr. Prasad is
      Advanced
      . Learn about Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON).
      See more Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON) experts
    • Meningioma
      Dr. Prasad is
      Advanced
      . Learn about Meningioma.
      See more Meningioma experts
    • Meningitis
      Dr. Prasad is
      Advanced
      . Learn about Meningitis.
      See more Meningitis experts
    • Myasthenia Gravis
      Dr. Prasad is
      Advanced
      . Learn about Myasthenia Gravis.
      See more Myasthenia Gravis experts
    View All 14 Advanced Conditions
    • Experienced
    • Agnosia
      Dr. Prasad is
      Experienced
      . Learn about Agnosia.
      See more Agnosia experts
    • Alzheimer's Disease
      Dr. Prasad is
      Experienced
      . Learn about Alzheimer's Disease.
      See more Alzheimer's Disease experts
    • Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Dr. Prasad is
      Experienced
      . Learn about Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis.
      See more Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis experts
    • Anton Syndrome
      Dr. Prasad is
      Experienced
      . Learn about Anton Syndrome.
      See more Anton Syndrome experts
    • Apoplexy
      Dr. Prasad is
      Experienced
      . Learn about Apoplexy.
      See more Apoplexy experts
    • Apraxia
      Dr. Prasad is
      Experienced
      . Learn about Apraxia.
      See more Apraxia experts
    View All 95 Experienced Conditions
    Want to save this doctor for later?
    Sign Up
    Is this your doctor?
    Find A Second Opinion
    Not sure about your diagnosis?
    Check Your Symptoms
     
     
     
     
    Learn about our expert tiers
    Learn More
    Are you the provider on this profile?
    Claim Profile
    For Patients
    • Our Story
    • How MediFind Works
    • Conditions A-Z
    • Doctor Directory
    • Symptoms Directory
    • Procedures Directory
    • Treatment Directory
    • Drug Directory
    • Infusion Center Finder
    • FAQ
    • Contact Us
    For Providers and Practices
    • Claim Your Profile
    • Newsroom
    Business Solutions
    • Provider
    • Network Solutions
    Additional Resources
    • Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms of Use
    • Advertising Policy
    • Content Policy
    Subscribe to our newsletter

    Sign up to stay informed about MediFind and get wellness sent your way.

    Close

      By subscribing, I agree to MediFind's Terms of Use, Privacy Policy and Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy, as applicable.

      Bullet PinMediFind
      Follow us on
      This information is not intended as a substitute for informed medical advice. You should work with a licensed professional to diagnose and treat health conditions. We let the data speak for itself, MediFind does not endorse any healthcare providers.
      © 2026 All Rights Reserved

      Request an Appointment

      If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 9-1-1.

      MediFind will contact the provider for your appointment request. You’ll receive status updates by email. Your provider or MediFind will reach out to you directly by phone or email to schedule your appointment or request additional information.

      Patient Details

      This information is for the patient who will be seen at the appointment.

        Close

        Returning patient? Use your address on file with the provider.

        Insurance Details

        Please provide information of the primary insurance holder as the practice may require this information to schedule.

        Insurance Provider *
        Insurance ProviderClose

        Appointments Details

        Let’s get more information about your appointment.

                0 / 1000
                0 / 1000
                By pressing the Submit button you are agreeing to MediFind’s Terms of Use, Privacy Policy and Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy, as applicable.