Dr. Alexis Franks
Overview
Alexis Franks, MD, is a specialist in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities and is certified in Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics. She is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. She received her medical degree from the University of Colorado at Denver School of Medicine and completed her Neurodevelopmental Disabilities residency at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. Dr. Franks’s clinical interests include neurogenetic, neurometabolic, and intellectual developmental disorders, and her research interests include neurodevelopmental implications of exogenous perinatal exposures. She has multiple publications and is a member of the Child Neurology Society, the American Academy of Neurology, the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Society for Neuroscience, and the American Medical Association. She lives in Pittsburgh with her family and enjoys hiking with her two Scottish terriers. View the full list of Dr. Franks’s publications on PubMed.
Her top areas of expertise are Dysarthria, Hypotonia, and Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1).
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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3420 5th Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Franks 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alexis Franks
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alexis Franks?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Alexis Franks by calling their office at 412-692-5561. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Alexis Franks a top-rated expert for Dysarthria?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alexis Franks is classified as an Experienced expert for Dysarthria, 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. Alexis Franks specialize in?
While Dr. Alexis Franks is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Dysarthria, Hypotonia, and Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Alexis Franks participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Alexis Franks has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Dysarthria. You can view a list of Dr. Alexis Franks's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Alexis Franks accept my insurance?
Dr. Alexis Franks accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-692-5561 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- DysarthriaDr. Franks isExperienced. Learn about Dysarthria.
- HypotoniaDr. Franks isExperienced. Learn about Hypotonia.