Expertise in
3
conditions
Expertise in
3
conditions
Children's National Hospital
111 Michigan Ave NW, 
Washington, DC 

Overview

Amy Kao is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c..

Dr. Kao is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cortical Dysplasia, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Schizencephaly.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 13 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Neurology

Licenses

Neurology with Special Qualifications in Neurology in OR

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

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Locations

Children's National Hospital
111 Michigan Ave NW, Washington, DC 20010

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. Amy Kao

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Amy Kao?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Amy Kao by calling their office at 202-476-2157. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Amy Kao a top-rated expert for Cortical Dysplasia?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Amy Kao is classified as an Advanced expert for Cortical Dysplasia, 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. Amy Kao specialize in?

While Dr. Amy Kao is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Cortical Dysplasia, Seizures, and Epilepsy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.

Does Dr. Amy Kao participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Amy Kao has published 13 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cortical Dysplasia. You can view a list of Dr. Amy Kao's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Areas of Expertise

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