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    Last Updated: 01/09/2026

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    MediFind found 17 doctor with experience in Vertebral Artery Dissection near Pittsburgh, PA. Of these, 16 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    17 providers found
      Jussie C. Lima
      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection

      UPMC Neurological Institute - Mercy

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

      Jussie Lima is a Neurologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lima is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Brain Aneurysm, Transmyocardial Revascularization, and Stent Placement. Dr. Lima is currently accepting new patients.

      John H. Kanter
      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Neurosurgery

      UPMC Neurological Institute - Presbyterian

      200 Lothrop Street, A402 UPMC Presbyterian, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Experience:
      10+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      John H. Kanter, MD, is a fellowship-trained neurosurgeon with subspecialty expertise in neurocritical care and neurotrauma. He is an assistant professor of neurological surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Kanter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Traumatic Brain Injury, Tethered Cord Syndrome, Subdural Hematoma, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.

      Matthew T. Starr
      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection

      UPMC Neurological Institute - Shadyside

      532 South Aiken Avenue, Suite 300, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Matthew Starr, MD, is certified in neurology and vascular neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is interim director of the UPMC Stroke Institute, director of the Vascular Neurology Fellowship, and an assistant professor of Neurology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He is also director of the Comprehensive Stroke Centers at UPMC Presbyterian and UPMC Mercy, working with large multidisciplinary groups to provide quality stroke care for patients with ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke. He received his medical degree from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine and completed his residency and fellowship at UPMC. Dr. Starr’s clinical and research interests include ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, focusing on cryptogenic stroke. He has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, and American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. View the full list of Dr. Starr’s publications on PubMed. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Starr%2C+Matthew. Dr. Starr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Apoplexy, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

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      James A. Gleason
      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Internal Medicine

      Gleason Medical Associates-UPMC

      1789 South Braddock Avenue, Suite 510, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (5.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      James Gleason is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Gleason is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Vertebral Artery Dissection, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Gleason is currently accepting new patients.

      Daniel K. Grob
      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Family Medicine

      Grob, Scheri, Woodburn And Griffin Family Medicine

      1140 Perry Highway, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (7.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Daniel Grob is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Grob is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

      Tad D. Scheri
      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Family Medicine

      Grob, Scheri, Woodburn And Griffin Family Medicine

      1140 Perry Highway, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (7.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Tad Scheri is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Scheri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection

      Allegheny Clinic

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

      David Wright is a Neurologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Wright is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Dysarthria, Transmyocardial Revascularization, and Stent Placement.

      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection

      Allegheny Clinic

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

      Russell Cerejo is a Neurologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Cerejo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Vasoconstriction, Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection

      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 Vertebral Artery Dissection. Her top areas of expertise are Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Conversion Disorder, Migraine, and Headache.

      Michael C. Madigan
      Advanced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Vascular Surgery
      Advanced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Vascular Surgery

      UPMC Heart And Vascular Institute (Vein Center)

      9100 Babcock Boulevard, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (9.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Madigan is a Vascular Surgeon in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Madigan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Arterial Insufficiency, Varicose Veins, Peripheral Artery Disease, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Madigan is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection

      Allegheny Clinic Radiology

      970 Freeport Rd, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (6.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Spearman is a Radiologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Spearman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are CAPOS Syndrome, Herniated Disk, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Brain Aneurysm.

      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Neuroradiology | Radiology | General Surgery
      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Neuroradiology | Radiology | General Surgery

      Allegheny Clinic

      320 E N Ave, Suite 208, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (8.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Scott Rudkin is a Neuroradiologist and a Radiologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Rudkin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, CAPOS Syndrome, Arterial Embolism, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection

      Allegheny Clinic Radiology

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

      Matthew Kulzer is a Radiologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kulzer has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, CAPOS Syndrome, and Herniated Disk.

      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection

      Allegheny Clinic Radiology

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

      Michael Goldberg is a Radiologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Goldberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Herniated Disk, CAPOS Syndrome, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.

      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection

      Allegheny Clinic Radiology

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

      Warren Chang is a Radiologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, CAPOS Syndrome, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Thrombectomy.

      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Radiology | Neuroradiology | Pediatric Radiology
      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Radiology | Neuroradiology | Pediatric Radiology

      Allegheny Clinic Radiology

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

      Eddie Kwan is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kwan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, CAPOS Syndrome, Familial Porencephaly, and Choroid Plexus Cyst.

      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
      Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection

      Allegheny Clinic

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

      Stephen Samples is a Neurologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Samples is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and New Daily Persistent Headache (NDPH).

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      When should I see a Vertebral Artery Dissection 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 Vertebral Artery Dissection 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 Vertebral Artery Dissection 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 Vertebral Artery Dissection 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 Vertebral Artery Dissection 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 Vertebral Artery Dissection doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Vertebral Artery Dissection 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 Vertebral Artery Dissection 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 Vertebral Artery Dissection 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 Vertebral Artery Dissection 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 Vertebral Artery Dissection doctors near Pittsburgh, PA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Vertebral Artery Dissection 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 Vertebral Artery Dissection doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Vertebral Artery Dissection 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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