Overview
Dr. Comi graduated from SUNY Buffalo School of Medicine and received her training in pediatrics at the Children's Hospital of Buffalo and her child neurology training at Johns Hopkins Medicine. Her clinical specialization is in the treatment of the neurological aspects of Sturge-Weber syndrome and other disorders related to capillary malformation. Dr. Comi's clinical research interests focus on improving the early diagnosis and treatment of brain involvement in Sturge-Weber syndrome in order to prevent ischemic brain injury in affected infants and young children, and on studies to understand what causes Sturge-Weber syndrome. Her laboratory research work deals with the pathogenesis of Sturge-Weber syndrome, recently shown to be caused by a somatic mutation, and on developing new drug targets, screening assays, models and therapeutic strategies for Sturge-Weber syndrome. Her lab group also works on developing better neuroprotective and neuroregenerative responses to brain injury resulting from impaired blood flow to the brain.
Dr. Comi is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Sturge-Weber Syndrome, Parkes Weber Syndrome, Stork Bite, Epilepsy in Children, and Endovascular Embolization.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 72 peer reviewed articles and participating in 5 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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801 North Broadway, Room 553, Room 553, Baltimore, MD 21205
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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Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center
Brenda Banwell is the director of the Department of Pediatrics, as well as pediatrician-in-chief and co-director of Johns Hopkins Children’s Center, where she helps manage the hospital’s many clinical and research centers. Dr. Banwell is a renowned expert in the research and treatment of pediatric multiple sclerosis (MS) and other neuroimmune disorders. She specializes in and studies the use of neuroimaging to assess the clinical and cognitive impact of the conditions, as well as the function of the immune system in children with these disorders. She also created a standardized clinical care algorithm and clinical database in order to evaluate the clinical impact of MS. Dr. Banwell has published more than 250 manuscripts in high-impact journals, along with over 25 book chapters. In addition, she has over 200 national and international invited lectureships and visiting professorships. An advocate for pediatric multiple sclerosis needs and research, Dr. Banwell serves as chair of the International Medical and Scientific Board of the Multiple Sclerosis International Federation, and the Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody–Associated Disease (MOGAD) International Research Consortium. She is also chair of the pediatric committee of the National Institutes of Health NeuroNEXT program, which conducts studies on treatments for neurological diseases through academic, private, and industry collaborations. Dr. Banwell currently serves as past-chair of the International Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis Study Group, Dr. Banwell earned her medical degree from the University of Western Ontario. She later completed a residency in pediatrics at the University of Western Ontario-Children's Hospital of Western Ontario and a second residency in pediatric neurology at University of Toronto – The Hospital for Sick Children. Her residencies were followed by a fellowship in neuromuscular research at Mayo Clinic. Dr. Banwell is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), CACH Syndrome, Optic Neuritis, and Transverse Myelitis.
Children's National Hospital
Diana Bharucha is a Pediatric Neurologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Bharucha is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Giant Axonal Neuropathy, Dysferlinopathy, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, and Miyoshi Myopathy.
Children's National Hospital
Maria Acosta is a Pediatric Neurologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Acosta is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are GM1 Gangliosidosis, Neurofibromatosis, Sandhoff Disease, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Anne M. Comi
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Anne M. Comi?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Anne M. Comi by calling their office at 443-923-9150. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Anne M. Comi a top-rated expert for Sturge-Weber Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Anne M. Comi is classified as an Elite expert for Sturge-Weber Syndrome, 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. Anne M. Comi specialize in?
While Dr. Anne M. Comi is a Pediatric Neurology, they have specific expertise in Sturge-Weber Syndrome, Parkes Weber Syndrome, and Stork Bite. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Neurology.
Does Dr. Anne M. Comi participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Anne M. Comi has published 72 articles and abstracts on conditions like Sturge-Weber Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Anne M. Comi's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Anne M. Comi accept my insurance?
Dr. Anne M. Comi accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 443-923-9150 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Elite
- Parkes Weber SyndromeDr. Comi isElite. Learn about Parkes Weber Syndrome.
- Stork BiteDr. Comi isElite. Learn about Stork Bite.
- Sturge-Weber SyndromeDr. Comi isElite. Learn about Sturge-Weber Syndrome.
- Distinguished
- Cowden SyndromeDr. Comi isDistinguished. Learn about Cowden Syndrome.
- Epilepsy in ChildrenDr. Comi isDistinguished. Learn about Epilepsy in Children.
- Hypothalamic HamartomasDr. Comi isDistinguished. Learn about Hypothalamic Hamartomas.
- Linear Nevus Sebaceous SyndromeDr. Comi isDistinguished. Learn about Linear Nevus Sebaceous Syndrome.
- Peutz-Jeghers SyndromeDr. Comi isDistinguished. Learn about Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome.
- Phacomatosis PigmentokeratoticaDr. Comi isDistinguished. Learn about Phacomatosis Pigmentokeratotica.
- Advanced
- Aplasia Cutis CongenitaDr. Comi isAdvanced. Learn about Aplasia Cutis Congenita.
- Autism Spectrum DisorderDr. Comi isAdvanced. Learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features
- Benign Rolandic EpilepsyDr. Comi isAdvanced. Learn about Benign Rolandic Epilepsy.
- Clouston SyndromeDr. Comi isAdvanced. Learn about Clouston Syndrome.
- Ectodermal DysplasiasDr. Comi isAdvanced. Learn about Ectodermal Dysplasias.
- Experienced
- 2q37 Deletion SyndromeDr. Comi isExperienced. Learn about 2q37 Deletion Syndrome.
- 47 XYY SyndromeDr. Comi isExperienced. Learn about 47 XYY Syndrome.
- Aase SyndromeDr. Comi isExperienced. Learn about Aase Syndrome.
- Abruzzo-Erickson SyndromeDr. Comi isExperienced. Learn about Abruzzo-Erickson Syndrome.
- Absence SeizureDr. Comi isExperienced. Learn about Absence Seizure.
- Achalasia Microcephaly SyndromeDr. Comi isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome.