Overview
Dr. Cristina L. Sadowsky is an assistant professor of physical medicine and rehabilitation at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her areas of clinical expertise include spinal cord injury and paralysis restoration. Dr. Sadowsky is also a founder and the clinical director of the International Center for Spinal Cord Injury at the Kennedy Krieger Institute. This program was built on the philosophy that functional restoration is possible for a long time after an injury, utilizing structured medico-rehabilitative interventions through activity-based restorative therapies (ABRT). She serves as a section editor for Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Reports and is a recurrent invited reviewer for several peer-reviewed medical journals and government and privately funded competitive grant awards for spinal cord injury related research. Dr. Sadowsky has organized numerous courses and seminars, and has been invited to lecture in different universities and at national and international meetings, such as the American Academy of PM&R, American Spinal Cord Injury Association, International Spinal Cord Society and many more. She has published several manuscripts in highly regarded peer-reviewed journals and chapters in prominent specialty books.
Dr. Sadowsky is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paraplegia, Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM), Spasticity, Neurogenic Bowel, and Osteotomy.
Dr. Sadowsky is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 52 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.
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Department Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation, 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.
1 Clinical Trials
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Cristina L. Sadowsky
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Cristina L. Sadowsky?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Cristina L. Sadowsky by calling their office at 443-923-9211. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Cristina L. Sadowsky a top-rated expert for Paraplegia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Cristina L. Sadowsky is classified as an Distinguished expert for Paraplegia, 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. Cristina L. Sadowsky specialize in?
While Dr. Cristina L. Sadowsky is a Physiatry, they have specific expertise in Paraplegia, Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM), and Spasticity. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Physiatry.
Does Dr. Cristina L. Sadowsky participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Cristina L. Sadowsky has published 52 articles and abstracts on conditions like Paraplegia. You can view a list of Dr. Cristina L. Sadowsky's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Cristina L. Sadowsky accept my insurance?
Dr. Cristina L. Sadowsky accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 443-923-9211 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)Dr. Sadowsky isDistinguished. Learn about Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM).
- ParaplegiaDr. Sadowsky isDistinguished. Learn about Paraplegia.
- SpasticityDr. Sadowsky isDistinguished. Learn about Spasticity.
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- Muscle SpasmsDr. Sadowsky isAdvanced. Learn about Muscle Spasms.
- Neurogenic BowelDr. Sadowsky isAdvanced. Learn about Neurogenic Bowel.
- OpisthotonosDr. Sadowsky isAdvanced. Learn about Opisthotonos.
- OsteotomyDr. Sadowsky isAdvanced. Learn about Osteotomy.
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- Autonomic DysreflexiaDr. Sadowsky isExperienced. Learn about Autonomic Dysreflexia.
- Central Pain SyndromeDr. Sadowsky isExperienced. Learn about Central Pain Syndrome.
- Cerebral PalsyDr. Sadowsky isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Palsy.
- Chiari Malformation Type 2Dr. Sadowsky isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 2.
- Chronic PainDr. Sadowsky isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pain.
- Decerebrate PostureDr. Sadowsky isExperienced. Learn about Decerebrate Posture.
- Decorticate PostureDr. Sadowsky isExperienced. Learn about Decorticate Posture.
- Foot DropDr. Sadowsky isExperienced. Learn about Foot Drop.
- Muscle AtrophyDr. Sadowsky isExperienced. Learn about Muscle Atrophy.
- MyelomeningoceleDr. Sadowsky isExperienced. Learn about Myelomeningocele.
- Spastic Diplegia Infantile TypeDr. Sadowsky isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type.
- SyringobulbiaDr. Sadowsky isExperienced. Learn about Syringobulbia.
- SyringomyeliaDr. Sadowsky isExperienced. Learn about Syringomyelia.
- Tethered Cord SyndromeDr. Sadowsky isExperienced. Learn about Tethered Cord Syndrome.
- Vitamin D DeficiencyDr. Sadowsky isExperienced. Learn about Vitamin D Deficiency.
- Wallerian DegenerationDr. Sadowsky isExperienced. Learn about Wallerian Degeneration.