Overview
Amber Van Laar is a Neurologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Van Laar is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD), and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 15 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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- HMO
- INDEMNITY
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Locations
3501 5th Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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.
1 Clinical Trials
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Jan Drappatz, MD, is a neuro-oncologist, an associate professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, and the director of the Neuro-oncology program at UPMC. Dr. Drappatz specializes in the treatment of primary and metastatic brain tumors and neurologic complications of cancer. Dr. Drappatz is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, and Gliomatosis Cerebri.
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Frank Lieberman is a Neurologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lieberman is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Gliomatosis Cerebri.
University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Neurology
Raul Nogueira, MD, specializes in stroke and is board-certified in neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He practices at UPMC Stroke Institute at Mercy. Dr. Nogueira completed his medical degree and residency at Universidade Federal do Ceará followed by a residency and fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital - Harvard Medical School. Dr. Nogueira is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Fibromuscular Dysplasia (FMD), Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Amber Van Laar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Amber Van Laar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Amber Van Laar by calling their office at 412-692-4670. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Amber Van Laar a top-rated expert for Parkinson's Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Amber Van Laar is classified as an Advanced expert for Parkinson's Disease, 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. Amber Van Laar specialize in?
While Dr. Amber Van Laar is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, and Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Amber Van Laar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Amber Van Laar has published 15 articles and abstracts on conditions like Parkinson's Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Amber Van Laar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Amber Van Laar accept my insurance?
Dr. Amber Van Laar accepts most major insurance plans, including Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-692-4670 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Movement DisordersDr. Van Laar isAdvanced. Learn about Movement Disorders.
- Parkinson's DiseaseDr. Van Laar isAdvanced. Learn about Parkinson's Disease.
- Experienced
- Drug Induced DyskinesiaDr. Van Laar isExperienced. Learn about Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
- Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD)Dr. Van Laar isExperienced. Learn about Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD).