Dr. Edgar Olivas
Overview
Edgar Olivas is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Pasadena, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 12 years.
Dr. Olivas is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia, Horizontal Gaze Palsy with Progressive Scoliosis, and Dysarthria.
Dr. Olivas is board certified in American Board Psychiatry & Neurology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
Locations
625 S Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105
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. Edgar Olivas
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Edgar Olivas?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Edgar Olivas by calling their office at 626-535-9344. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Edgar Olivas a top-rated expert for Stroke?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Edgar Olivas is classified as an Distinguished expert for Stroke, 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. Edgar Olivas specialize in?
While Dr. Edgar Olivas is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Stroke, Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia, and Horizontal Gaze Palsy with Progressive Scoliosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Edgar Olivas participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Edgar Olivas has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Stroke. You can view a list of Dr. Edgar Olivas's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Edgar Olivas accept my insurance?
Dr. Edgar Olivas accepts most major insurance plans, including UnitedHealthcare. We recommend calling the office directly at 626-535-9344 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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- Distinguished
- StrokeDr. Olivas isDistinguished. Learn about Stroke.
- Advanced
- ApoplexyDr. Olivas isAdvanced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Benign Rolandic EpilepsyDr. Olivas isAdvanced. Learn about Benign Rolandic Epilepsy.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation
- Chronic PolyradiculoneuritisDr. Olivas isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis.
- Conversion DisorderDr. Olivas isAdvanced. Learn about Conversion Disorder.
- DysarthriaDr. Olivas isAdvanced. Learn about Dysarthria.
- Experienced
- Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome (APDS)Dr. Olivas isExperienced. Learn about Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome (APDS).
- Alien Hand SyndromeDr. Olivas isExperienced. Learn about Alien Hand Syndrome.
- Alternating Hemiplegia of ChildhoodDr. Olivas isExperienced. Learn about Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Olivas isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- AstrocytomaDr. Olivas isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)Dr. Olivas isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT).