Dr. Brad E. Dicianno
Overview
Brad Dicianno, MD, is a physiatrist and bioengineer and is certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He is the Medical Director of the UPMC Center for Assistive Technology, Director of the UPMC Adult Spina Bifida Clinic, and Medical Director and COO of the Human Engineering Research Laboratories. He also is a Professor, Endowed Research Chair, and Assistant Dean for Medical Student Research at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at UPMC.Dr. Dicianno’s clinical interests are in the areas of spina bifida and assistive technology. His research interests lie at the intersection of disability, assistive technology, and value-based care. Specifically, he is interested in studying how technologies can improve outcomes for people with disability and improve the delivery of health care and community-based services. He is a member of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, the International Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and the Clinician Task Force.View the full list of Dr. Dicianno’s publications on PubMed.
Dr. Dicianno is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelomeningocele, Paraplegia, Cerebral Palsy, and Hydrocele.
Dr. Dicianno is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 130 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials.
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3600 Forbes Avenue, Forbes Tower 3010, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
1622 Locust Street, Floor 4, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
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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 Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation
Michael Munin, MD, is a physiatrist and is board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation and electrodiagnostic medicine. He is the EMG co-medical director at UPMC Presbyterian and is a professor and vice chair for strategic planning and program development for PM&R at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, with secondary appointments in the departments of rehabilitation science and technology and otolaryngology. He also directs the spasticity and prosthetic rehabilitation clinics at UPMC Presbyterian. Dr. Munin received his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, followed by his fellowship at Research Enrichment for Physiatrists. Dr. Munin is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spasticity, Hemiplegia, Mononeuritis Multiplex, Moebius Syndrome, and Leg or Foot Amputation. Dr. Munin is board certified in American Board Of Electrodiagnostic Medicine and American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Munin is currently accepting new patients.
South Hills Post Acute
Kristen Schuerle is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. Dr. Schuerle is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Muscle Atrophy.
UPMC Total Care MSK Medical Home
Gwendolyn Sowa, MD, PhD, is a physiatrist and is certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. She is the chair of the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, the director of the UPMC Rehabilitation Institute, and the medical director of UPMC Total Care - Musculoskeletal Health. At the University of Pittsburgh, she is a professor, the co-director of the Ferguson Laboratory for Orthopaedic and Spine Research, and holds joint appointments in the Departments of Orthopaedic Surgery and Bioengineering. Dr. Sowa received her medical degree from the University of Wisconsin and completed her residency at Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, Northwestern University. Dr. Sowa is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Chronic Pain, and Scoliosis. Dr. Sowa is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Sowa is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Brad E. Dicianno
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Is Dr. Brad E. Dicianno a top-rated expert for Myelomeningocele?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Brad E. Dicianno is classified as an Elite expert for Myelomeningocele, 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. Brad E. Dicianno specialize in?
While Dr. Brad E. Dicianno is a Physiatry, they have specific expertise in Myelomeningocele, Paraplegia, and Cerebral Palsy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Physiatry.
Does Dr. Brad E. Dicianno participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Brad E. Dicianno has published 130 articles and abstracts on conditions like Myelomeningocele. You can view a list of Dr. Brad E. Dicianno's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Brad E. Dicianno accept my insurance?
Dr. Brad E. Dicianno accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-647-1310 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- MyelomeningoceleDr. Dicianno isElite. Learn about Myelomeningocele.
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- ParaplegiaDr. Dicianno isDistinguished. Learn about Paraplegia.
- Advanced
- Cerebral PalsyDr. Dicianno isAdvanced. Learn about Cerebral Palsy.
- HydroceleDr. Dicianno isAdvanced. Learn about Hydrocele.
- Moebius SyndromeDr. Dicianno isAdvanced. Learn about Moebius Syndrome.
- Tethered Cord SyndromeDr. Dicianno isAdvanced. Learn about Tethered Cord Syndrome.
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- Acute Cerebellar AtaxiaDr. Dicianno isExperienced. Learn about Acute Cerebellar Ataxia.
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
- Behr SyndromeDr. Dicianno isExperienced. Learn about Behr Syndrome.
- Caudal Regression SyndromeDr. Dicianno isExperienced. Learn about Caudal Regression Syndrome.
- Chiari Malformation Type 2Dr. Dicianno isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 2.
- Delta-SarcoglycanopathyDr. Dicianno isExperienced. Learn about Delta-Sarcoglycanopathy.