Alexander C. Whiting
Expertise in
4
conditions
Expertise in
4
conditions
AHN Neurosurgery - Floor 2 At Hemlock Building
320 East North Avenue, 
Pittsburgh, PA 

Overview

Dr. Alexander Whiting is a neurosurgeon and director of epilepsy surgery for AHN’s Neuroscience Institute. He specializes in state-of-the-art epilepsy and brain tumor treatments, including stereoelectroencephalography (SEEG), seizure focus resections, awake brain surgery, laser ablations, vagal nerve stimulation, and responsive neurostimulation. Additionally, he has clinical interests in complex spine and brain disorders and offers a range of surgical options and interventions for these conditions. He is the fellowship director of the CAST-accredited Stereotactic and Functional Fellowship at AHN, directs the Allegheny NeuroTechnology Innovation Center (ANTIC), and is an Associate Professor of Neurosurgery at Drexel University College of Medicine. He is active academically and has published over 50 peer-reviewed publications and book chapters in the field of neurosurgery. Dr. Whiting is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery (ABNS). Dr. Whiting completed his residency at the Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix, Arizona. He completed his fellowship in epilepsy surgery at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio, and was awarded the American Epilepsy Society’s prestigious Young Investigator Award. He provides minimally invasive surgical options for a wide range of neurosurgical disorders. His practice philosophy includes utilizing proper intervention with each individual patient to achieve optimal treatment outcomes.

Dr. Whiting is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Lordosis, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Osteotomy.

Dr. Whiting is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 57 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.

Specialties

Neurosurgery
Physiatry
General Surgery

Licenses

Neurological Surgery in PA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery

Fellowships

Cleveland Clinic Educational Foundation

Hospital Affiliations

Canonsburg General Hospital
St Clair Hospital
Allegheny Valley Hospital
Allegheny General Hospital
The Washington Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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  • PPO
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  • PPO
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  • STATE MEDICAID
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Locations

AHN Neurosurgery - Floor 2 at Hemlock Building
320 East North Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

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. Alexander C. Whiting

Is Dr. Alexander C. Whiting a top-rated expert for Epilepsy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alexander C. Whiting is classified as an Advanced expert for Epilepsy, 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. Alexander C. Whiting specialize in?

While Dr. Alexander C. Whiting is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Epilepsy, Seizures, and Deep Brain Stimulation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.

Does Dr. Alexander C. Whiting participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Alexander C. Whiting has published 57 articles and abstracts on conditions like Epilepsy. You can view a list of Dr. Alexander C. Whiting's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Alexander C. Whiting accept my insurance?

Dr. Alexander C. Whiting accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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