Dr. Amir Toussi
Overview
Dr. Toussi lived in California and attended the University of California in Davis where he received his bachelor’s degree in neurology, physiology, and behavior. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, during which time he met his wife, who was born and raised in the South Hills of Pittsburgh. Following medical school, he and his wife traveled to Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn. where he completed his residency training in urology. Dr. Toussi has returned to Pittsburgh with his wife to raise their children near family and to serve as a urologist for the greater Pittsburgh community.Dr. Toussi has contributed to several publications on topics regarding robotic surgery for prostate cancer, bladder and kidney cancer, traction therapy for Peyronie’s Disease and men after radical prostatectomy, and a recent book chapter on office-based procedures for infertility. He is also a member of professional and scientific societies including the American Urologic Association (AUA), the Pennsylvania Medical Society (PMS), the American Medical Association (AMA), and the Allegheny County Medical Society (ACMS).
Dr. Toussi is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC), Urothelial Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Nephrectomy, and Ureteroscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 16 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
3000 Stonewood Drive, Suite 200, Wexford, PA 15090
620 Howard Avenue, QP4 Urology, Altoona, PA 16601
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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UPMC Department Of Urology
Quoc-Dien Trinh, MD, MBA, serves as the Chair of the Department of Urology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, and Chair of Urology, UPMC. A globally recognized urological surgeon-scientist, Dr. Trinh has been honored with the 2021 Outstanding Citizenship Award from Brigham and Women’s Hospital and the 2022 American Urological Association Young Urologist of the Year award for New England. He is recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor and a Top Asian American Pacific Islander Doctor. Dr. Trinh is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostatectomy, and Cystectomy.
Michael Chancellor is a Urologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chancellor is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Urinary Incontinence, Interstitial Cystitis, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Lithotripsy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Chancellor is currently accepting new patients.
UPMC Department Of Urology
Paul Rusilko, MD is an Associate Professor in the Departments of Urology and Plastic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, serving as the Director of Reconstructive Urology and the Associate Residency Program Director for the urology residency program. He is board-certified by the American Board of Urology. He specializes in reconstructive and trauma surgery of the genitourinary system. Complex urologic procedures performed include urethral reconstruction, urethroplasty, adult acquired buried penis, urologic prosthetics for both erectile dysfunction and urinary incontinence, Peyronie’s disease, and genital reconstruction following trauma and penile cancer. Dr. Rusilko is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Urethral Stricture, Neurogenic Bladder, Folliculitis, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Penectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Amir Toussi
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Amir Toussi?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Amir Toussi by calling their office at 724-934-5520. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Amir Toussi a top-rated expert for Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Amir Toussi is classified as an Advanced expert for Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC), 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. Amir Toussi specialize in?
While Dr. Amir Toussi is a Urology, they have specific expertise in Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC), Urothelial Cancer, and Nephrectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Urology.
Does Dr. Amir Toussi participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Amir Toussi has published 16 articles and abstracts on conditions like Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC). You can view a list of Dr. Amir Toussi's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Amir Toussi accept my insurance?
Dr. Amir Toussi accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 724-934-5520 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Bladder CancerDr. Toussi isAdvanced. Learn about Bladder Cancer.
- NephrectomyDr. Toussi isAdvanced. Learn about Nephrectomy.
- Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC)
- UreteroscopyDr. Toussi isAdvanced. Learn about Ureteroscopy.
- Urothelial CancerDr. Toussi isAdvanced. Learn about Urothelial Cancer.
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- Bilateral HydronephrosisDr. Toussi isExperienced. Learn about Bilateral Hydronephrosis.
- BoilsDr. Toussi isExperienced. Learn about Boils.
- CarbuncleDr. Toussi isExperienced. Learn about Carbuncle.
- Chromophobe Renal Cell CarcinomaDr. Toussi isExperienced. Learn about Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma.
- Clear Cell SarcomaDr. Toussi isExperienced. Learn about Clear Cell Sarcoma.
- Congenital Mesoblastic NephromaDr. Toussi isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Mesoblastic Nephroma.