Overview
Dr. Akash Agarwal is a highly respected neurosurgeon, experienced in endovascular, spinal, and general neurosurgery. A former assistant professor of neurosurgery, he will be site director of the AHN Neurosurgery residency program at Forbes. He is skilled in Gamma Knife® surgery and kyphoplasty (surgery for vertebra fractures in the spine). He also evaluates and treats patients with brain tumors, cerebral aneurysms, herniated discs, strokes, and trigeminal neuralgia. Dr. Agarwal received a medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts, and completed a residency at Penn State Medical Center at the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, Pennsylvania. There, he also gained further training through fellowships in endovascular and interventional neuroradiology. He is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. He is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. His goal is to provide excellent, comprehensive, and compassionate care to patients of all ages. He speaks Spanish, Hindi, and English.
Dr. Agarwal is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Subdural Hematoma, Fractured Spine, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.
Dr. Agarwal is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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80 Matthew Drive, Uniontown, PA 15401
575 Coal Valley Road, Jefferson Hills, PA 15025
2315 Myrtle Street, Erie, PA 16502
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Akash D. Agarwal
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Akash D. Agarwal?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Akash D. Agarwal by calling their office at 412-267-6360. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Akash D. Agarwal a top-rated expert for Brain Aneurysm?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Akash D. Agarwal is classified as an Distinguished expert for Brain Aneurysm, 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. Akash D. Agarwal specialize in?
While Dr. Akash D. Agarwal is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Brain Aneurysm, Subdural Hematoma, and Fractured Spine. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Akash D. Agarwal participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Akash D. Agarwal has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Brain Aneurysm. You can view a list of Dr. Akash D. Agarwal's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Akash D. Agarwal accept my insurance?
Dr. Akash D. Agarwal accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-267-6360 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- Brain AneurysmDr. Agarwal isDistinguished. Learn about Brain Aneurysm.
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- Bone GraftDr. Agarwal isAdvanced. Learn about Bone Graft.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Agarwal isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- Fractured SpineDr. Agarwal isAdvanced. Learn about Fractured Spine.
- MeningiomaDr. Agarwal isAdvanced. Learn about Meningioma.
- Spinal StenosisDr. Agarwal isAdvanced. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
- StrokeDr. Agarwal isAdvanced. Learn about Stroke.
- Experienced
- Abdominal Cystic LymphangiomaDr. Agarwal isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Cystic Lymphangioma.
- Acoustic NeuromaDr. Agarwal isExperienced. Learn about Acoustic Neuroma.
- ApoplexyDr. Agarwal isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Arachnoid CystsDr. Agarwal isExperienced. Learn about Arachnoid Cysts.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Agarwal isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- AstrocytomaDr. Agarwal isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.