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

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 12 doctor with experience in Susac Syndrome near Pittsburgh, PA. Of these, 11 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Susac Syndrome
    Experienced in Susac Syndrome

    University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Neurology

    1350 Locust Street, Suite 311, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Portuguese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marcelo Rocha, MD, is a neurologist and is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is director of the NIH StrokeNET Research Fellowship and is an assistant professor in the Department of Neurology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and completed his residency at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, followed by his fellowship at UPMC.Dr. Rocha’s clinical and research interests focus on the management, diagnosis, and prevention of acute stroke. The goal of his research is to identify the pathophysiological mechanisms of individual tolerance to different sub-types of ischemic stroke. He has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, the American Stroke Association/AHA, and the European Stroke Organization.View the full list of Dr. Rocha’s publications on PubMed.https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Rocha%2C+Marcelo. Dr. Rocha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Susac Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Apoplexy, Vasoconstriction, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Rocha is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology and American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Rocha is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Susac Syndrome
    Advanced in Susac Syndrome

    University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Neurology

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

    Igor Malenky, MD, specializes in neurology and is board-certified in neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is affiliated with UPMC Northwest, UPMC Bedford, UPMC Wellsboro, UPMC Somerset, UPMC Horizon, UPMC Jameson, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC St. Margaret, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Cole, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Williamsport, UPMC Muncy, UPMC Passavant, UPMC Altoona, UPMC McKeesport and UPMC East. Dr. Malenky completed his fellowship and residency at the University of Colorado School of Medicine and medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia. Dr. Malenky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Susac Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Susac Syndrome, Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), and Vertigo. Dr. Malenky is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Susac Syndrome
    Experienced in Susac Syndrome

    University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Neurology

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

    Mary A. O'Neal, MD, specializes in neurology and is board-certified in neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. O'Neal completed her fellowship and residency at Boston University Medical Center and medical degree at Oregon Health & Science University. Dr. O'neal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Susac Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Conversion Disorder, Migraine, and Headache. Dr. O'neal is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. O'neal is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Susac Syndrome
    Experienced in Susac Syndrome

    University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Neurology

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

    Estevana J. Isaac, MD, specializes in neurology and is board-certified neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Isaac completed her fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania Health System, residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and medical degree at Meharry Medical College School of Medicine. Dr. Isaac is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Susac Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cerebellar Degeneration, Alzheimer's Disease, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), and Vascular Dementia. Dr. Isaac is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Isaac is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Susac Syndrome
    Experienced in Susac Syndrome

    Allegheny Clinic

    420 E North Ave Ste 206, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leeann Chang is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Chang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Susac Syndrome. Her clinical expertise encompasses Susac Syndrome, Stroke, and Dysarthria.

    Experienced in Susac Syndrome
    Experienced in Susac Syndrome

    Allegheny Clinic

    420 E North Ave Ste 206, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Valeriano is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Valeriano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Susac Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Memory Loss.

    Experienced in Susac Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Susac Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Patel Medical Associates LLC

    2409 Brownsville Road, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi
    Offers Telehealth

    Kaushik Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Susac Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 74 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Susac Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Susac Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Allegheny Clinic

    1 Walsh Rd, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Oczypok is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Oczypok is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Susac Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Palsy, Moebius Syndrome, Factor 12 Deficiency, and Dysfibrinogenemia.

    Experienced in Susac Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Susac Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    St. Clair Health

    1000 Bower Hill Rd, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Samantha Hathaway is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hathaway is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Susac Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Low Blood Pressure, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Susac Syndrome
    Experienced in Susac Syndrome

    UPMC Passavant

    9100 Babcock Blvd Ste 200, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Benjamin Shtrahman is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Shtrahman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Susac Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neurotoxicity Syndromes, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Delirium, and Seizures.

    Experienced in Susac Syndrome
    Experienced in Susac Syndrome

    AHN Neurology

    575 Coal Valley Rd Ste 464, 
    Clairton, PA 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Weisman is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Clairton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Weisman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Susac Syndrome. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and Delirium.

    Experienced in Susac Syndrome
    Experienced in Susac Syndrome

    Office

    303 Camp Meeting Rd Ste 2101, 
    Sewickley, PA 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shelana Gibbs is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Sewickley, Pennsylvania. Dr. Gibbs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Susac Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Necrotizing Myopathy (NM), Subdural Hematoma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Stroke.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Susac Syndrome?

    Susac syndrome is an autoimmune condition that affects the very small blood vessels in the brain, retina, and inner ear (cochlea). The condition is characterized by three main symptoms: brain disease (encephalopathy), hearing loss, and vision loss. Some people may not have all signs of Susac syndrome, but instead develop only specific combinations of the symptoms. Susac syndrome affects women more than men. The cause of Susac syndrome is still unknown. Diagnosis is based on a clinical exam and imaging tests to look for the specific signs of Susac syndrome.

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

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

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

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