
Overview
Adré J. du Plessis, MBChB, is a full-time attending in prenatal neurology, as well as the director of the Zickler Family Prenatal Pediatrics Institute, division chief of Prenatal and Transitional Pediatrics and director of the Prenatal-Neonatal Neuroscience Program at Children's National Hospital. In addition, Dr. du Plessis is a professor of pediatrics and neurology at George Washington University School of Medicine. He is a leading international expert in the normal and abnormal development of the brain, as well as the mechanisms of injury to the immature brain. Under his leadership, the Prenatal Pediatrics Institute provides individualized and specialized care to patients during and after the baby’s birth. Dr. du Plessis specializes in prenatal neurology, particularly fetal brain developmental anomalies and the advanced fetal imaging that is used to diagnose these conditions in early pregnancy. His career-long research focus has been on the nervous system of the fetus and newborn, the hazards and mechanisms of injury, and the potential prevention of insult to the brain.
His clinical expertise encompasses Acrocallosal Syndrome, Bone Dysplasia Corpus Callosum Agenesis, Aicardi Syndrome, and Corpus Callosum Agenesis.
Dr. Plessis is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 1992. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Adre J. Plessis
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Adre J. Plessis?
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Is Dr. Adre J. Plessis a top-rated expert for Acrocallosal Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Adre J. Plessis is classified as an Experienced expert for Acrocallosal Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Adre J. Plessis specialize in?
While Dr. Adre J. Plessis is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Acrocallosal Syndrome, Bone Dysplasia Corpus Callosum Agenesis, and Aicardi Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Adre J. Plessis participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Adre J. Plessis has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Acrocallosal Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Adre J. Plessis's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Adre J. Plessis accept my insurance?
Dr. Adre J. Plessis accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and CareFirst. We recommend calling the office directly at 571-226-8380 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Acrocallosal SyndromeDr. Plessis isExperienced. Learn about Acrocallosal Syndrome.
- Aicardi SyndromeDr. Plessis isExperienced. Learn about Aicardi Syndrome.
- Bone Dysplasia Corpus Callosum AgenesisDr. Plessis isExperienced. Learn about Bone Dysplasia Corpus Callosum Agenesis.
- Corpus Callosum AgenesisDr. Plessis isExperienced. Learn about Corpus Callosum Agenesis.
- Corpus Callosum Dysgenesis Hypopituitarism
- Cortical DysplasiaDr. Plessis isExperienced. Learn about Cortical Dysplasia.
- Focal or Multifocal Malformations in Neuronal Migration
- Lhermitte-Duclos DiseaseDr. Plessis isExperienced. Learn about Lhermitte-Duclos Disease.
- Periventricular HeterotopiaDr. Plessis isExperienced. Learn about Periventricular Heterotopia.
- Subcortical Band HeterotopiaDr. Plessis isExperienced. Learn about Subcortical Band Heterotopia.
- Subependymal Nodular HeterotopiaDr. Plessis isExperienced. Learn about Subependymal Nodular Heterotopia.
