Dr. Craig P. Dobson
Overview
Craig P. Dobson, MD, is a pediatric cardiologist and is certified in pediatric cardiology and pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics. He is clinical director of the Division of Pediatric Cardiology at the Heart Institute at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. Dr. Dobson received his medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine, and then completed a residency in pediatrics at then Walter Reed Army Medical Center (now Walter Reed National Military Medical Center) followed by a pediatric cardiology fellowship at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, D.C.Dr. Dobson’s clinical interests include acquired cardiac conditions in children. He has published several peer reviewed manuscripts on topics pertaining to pediatric cardiology and has received several awards for his service as a physician and in the military, including the Order of Military Medical Merit in 2018 and the Master Clinician Award in 2020.At UPMC Children’s, Dr. Dobson will direct Cardiology Clinical Operations, working directly with the Heart Institute, the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute, and hospital leadership to support program development and strengthen existing services.
Dr. Dobson is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ebstein's Anomaly, Pediatric Myocarditis, Ventricular Fibrillation, and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 16 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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449 North Hermitage Road, Hermitage, PA 16148
865 Eisenhower Boulevard, Johnstown, PA 15904
4401 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
4055 Monroeville Boulevard, Building 1, Monroeville, PA 15146
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Craig P. Dobson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Craig P. Dobson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Craig P. Dobson by calling their office at 412-530-1316. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Craig P. Dobson a top-rated expert for Ebstein's Anomaly?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Craig P. Dobson is classified as an Advanced expert for Ebstein's Anomaly, 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. Craig P. Dobson specialize in?
While Dr. Craig P. Dobson is a Pediatric Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Ebstein's Anomaly, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Ventricular Fibrillation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Cardiology.
Does Dr. Craig P. Dobson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Craig P. Dobson has published 16 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ebstein's Anomaly. You can view a list of Dr. Craig P. Dobson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Craig P. Dobson accept my insurance?
Dr. Craig P. Dobson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and CareSource. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-530-1316 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Ebstein's AnomalyDr. Dobson isAdvanced. Learn about Ebstein's Anomaly.
- Pediatric MyocarditisDr. Dobson isAdvanced. Learn about Pediatric Myocarditis.
- Experienced
- Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)Dr. Dobson isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Heart Disease (CHD).
- Long QT SyndromeDr. Dobson isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome.
- PericarditisDr. Dobson isExperienced. Learn about Pericarditis.
- Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)Dr. Dobson isExperienced. Learn about Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
- Tricuspid RegurgitationDr. Dobson isExperienced. Learn about Tricuspid Regurgitation.
- Ventricular FibrillationDr. Dobson isExperienced. Learn about Ventricular Fibrillation.