Dr. Brian S. Heist
Overview
Brian Heist, MD, is certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at UPMC Shadyside and is affiliated with UPMC Shadyside and UPMC Presbyterian. He completed his fellowship and medical degree at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and residency at University of Rochester Medical Center.Are you already a patient of this provider and have a MyUPMC account? Log in to MyUPMC to schedule.
His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 21 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
5200 Centre Avenue, Suite 509, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
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. Brian S. Heist
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Brian S. Heist?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Brian S. Heist by calling their office at 412-623-2458. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Brian S. Heist a top-rated expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Brian S. Heist is classified as an Experienced expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), 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. Brian S. Heist specialize in?
While Dr. Brian S. Heist is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.
Does Dr. Brian S. Heist participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Brian S. Heist has published 21 articles and abstracts on conditions like Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). You can view a list of Dr. Brian S. Heist's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Brian S. Heist accept my insurance?
Dr. Brian S. Heist accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-623-2458 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.
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- Maturity Onset Diabetes of the YoungDr. Heist isExperienced. Learn about Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.
- Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)Dr. Heist isExperienced. Learn about Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).