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    MediFind found 11 doctor with experience in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) near Altoona, PA. Of these, 10 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    11 providers found
      Brett L. Scharf
      Advanced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
      Family Medicine

      UPMC Primary Care

      1400 9th Avenue, 
      Altoona, PA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Brett Scharf, DO, specializes in family medicine. He practices at Mainline Medical Associates and is affiliated with UPMC Altoona. He completed his residency at Altoona Hospital and medical degree at New York College of Osteopathic Medicine of New York Institute of Technology. Dr. Scharf is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Necrotizing Myopathy (NM), Parkinson's Disease, and Decerebrate Posture.

      Robert D. Sullivan
      Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
      Internal Medicine

      UPMC Primary Care

      1414 9th Avenue, 
      Altoona, PA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Robert Sullivan, MD, is certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at Blair Medical Associates, Station Medical Center and is affiliated with UPMC Altoona. He completed his fellowship and residency at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and his medical degree at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. Dr. Sullivan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Lyme Disease, Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

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      Mark E. Lipitz
      Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
      Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)

      UPMC Neurological Institute

      1516 9th Avenue, 
      Altoona, PA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mark Lipitz, DO, specializes in neurology and is board-certified in sleep medicine and neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is affiliated with UPMC Somerset, UPMC Altoona and UPMC Bedford. Dr. Lipitz completed his fellowship and residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center, residency at Maimonides Medical Center and medical degree at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. Dr. Lipitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Seizures, and Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

      Are you looking for a specific type of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)?

      Common conditions include: Arginase Deficiency, Argininosuccinic Aciduria, Carbamoyl Phosphate Synthetase 1 Deficiency, Citrullinemia, N-Acetylglutamate Synthase Deficiency

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      Michael A. Pedone
      Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
      Family Medicine

      UPMC Primary Care

      1400 9th Avenue, 
      Altoona, PA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Mandarin
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Pedone, DO, is certified in family medicine/omt by the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians. He practices at Mainline Medical Associates and is affiliated with UPMC Altoona. He completed his residency at Altoona Hospital and medical degree at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Pedone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). His top areas of expertise are Silicosis, Moebius Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and Sciatica.

      Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
      Internal Medicine

      Upmc Altoona Regional Health Services, Inc.

      1414 9th Ave, Blair Medical Assocs, 
      Altoona, PA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Anthony Bartkowiak is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bartkowiak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Diabetic Neuropathy.

      Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
      Gastroenterology

      US Digestive Health

      810 Valley View Boulevard, 
      Altoona, PA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Edmond Bouassaf is a Gastroenterologist in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bouassaf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). His top areas of expertise are Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Painful Swallowing, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
      Gastroenterology

      US Digestive Health

      810 Valley View Boulevard, 
      Altoona, PA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ronald Brzana is a Gastroenterologist in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Dr. Brzana is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Diarrhea, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
      Physician Assistant
      Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
      Physician Assistant

      US Digestive Health

      810 Valley View Boulevard, 
      Altoona, PA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kaitlyn Marks, PA-C, specializes in gastroenterology and is a certified physician assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. She practices at US Digestive Health and is affiliated with UPMC Altoona. She received her bachelor's degree and master's degree from Saint Francis University. Ms. Marks is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). Her top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Gallbladder Disease, Intestinal Cancer, and Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD).

      Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
      Pediatric Cardiology
      Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
      Pediatric Cardiology

      Pediatric Cardiology And Other Medical Consultations, LLC

      1890 North Juniata Street, 
      Hollidaysburg, PA 
       (6.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Creole, French, Haitian

      Roland Crevecoeur is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatric Cardiologist in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Crevecoeur is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Memory Loss.

      Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
      Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)

      Upmc Altoona Regional Health Services, Inc.

      149 Delville Dr, Blair Medical Assocs, 
      Duncansville, PA 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jennifer Murnyack-Garner is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Duncansville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Murnyack-Garner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). Her top areas of expertise are Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation.

      Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
      Family Medicine

      Cove Family Practice, Inc

      111 Nason Drive, Suite 101, 
      Roaring Spring, PA 
       (14.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Darron Locke is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Roaring Spring, Pennsylvania. Dr. Locke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Alzheimer's Disease.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)?

      Urea cycle disorders are genetic conditions that cause a buildup of ammonia in the blood. Normally, ammonia is converted to urea and excreted in the urine. In urea cycle disorders, defects in enzymes prevent urea from being converted to ammonia and excreted, leading to a toxic buildup of ammonia in the blood. There are several types of urea cycle disorders.

      When should I see a Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) doctor near Altoona, 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 Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) doctor near Altoona, 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 Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) doctors near Altoona, 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 Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) doctors near Altoona, 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 Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) doctor near Altoona, 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 Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) 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 Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) doctor near Altoona, 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 Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) 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 Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) 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 Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) doctors near Altoona, PA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) 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 Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) 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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