Dr. Alessandra M. Cathel
Overview
"Alessandra Cathel, DO, is a neurosurgeon specializing in oncology. Originally from New Jersey, she relocated to Johnson City after being drawn to the beauty of the Appalachian Highlands. ""The warmth and friendliness I have encountered has made the region home,"" she says. Inspired by both the science of medicine and the complexity of the brain, Dr. Cathel finds her greatest motivation in caring for patients and their families. She is dedicated to tailoring treatment plans to each individual and values working with a team of specialists to provide the highest quality of care. Outside of work, Dr. Cathel enjoys hiking, playing softball, spending time on the water and following football and baseball.".
Her top areas of expertise are Epidural Hematoma, Vein of Galen Aneurysm, Osteochondroma, and Olfactory Neuroblastoma.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 15 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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701 Med Tech Pkwy., Suite 300, Johnson City, TN 37604
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Cathel has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alessandra M. Cathel
Is Dr. Alessandra M. Cathel a top-rated expert for Epidural Hematoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alessandra M. Cathel is classified as an Experienced expert for Epidural Hematoma, 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. Alessandra M. Cathel specialize in?
While Dr. Alessandra M. Cathel is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Epidural Hematoma, Vein of Galen Aneurysm, and Osteochondroma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Alessandra M. Cathel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Alessandra M. Cathel has published 15 articles and abstracts on conditions like Epidural Hematoma. You can view a list of Dr. Alessandra M. Cathel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Alessandra M. Cathel accept my insurance?
Dr. Alessandra M. Cathel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Bone TumorDr. Cathel isExperienced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Epidural HematomaDr. Cathel isExperienced. Learn about Epidural Hematoma.
- Olfactory NeuroblastomaDr. Cathel isExperienced. Learn about Olfactory Neuroblastoma.
- OsteochondromaDr. Cathel isExperienced. Learn about Osteochondroma.
- Vein of Galen AneurysmDr. Cathel isExperienced. Learn about Vein of Galen Aneurysm.