Dr. Erek M. Lam
Overview
Erek Lam, MD, is a neurologist and is certified in neurology and sleep medicine by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is chief of Sleep Neurology and is a clinical assistant professor of Neurology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from Chicago Medical School and completed his residency and fellowship at Mayo Clinic.Dr. Lam’s clinical interests include narcolepsy, insomnia, restless legs syndrome, parasomnia and REM sleep behavior disorder, and sleep apnea. His research interests include general neurology. He has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and the Mayo Fellows Association.View the full list of Dr. Lam’s publications on PubMed. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Lam%2C+EM.
Dr. Lam is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Restless Legs Syndrome, Narcolepsy, and Essential Tremor.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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12680 Perry Highway, Floor 2, Wexford, PA 15090
Clinical Research
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Dr. Soose is the Director of the Sleep Division and Associate Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology at the University of Pittsburgh. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Notre Dame and completed his medical and surgical training at UPMC. Dr. Soose is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Traumatic Brain Injury, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Endoscopy, and Septoplasty.
University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Medicine
Patrick Strollo, MD, specializes in sleep medicine and is certified in pulmonary disease, sleep medicine, and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at UPMC Northwest, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, and UPMC Presbyterian. Dr. Strollo is affiliated with University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Medicine. He completed his fellowship and residency at Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center.Dr. Strollo specializes in treating patients with sleep apnea and neuromuscular disease. Dr. Strollo is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, Central Sleep Apnea, and Drowsiness.
Bharat Jain is a Sleep Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Jain is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, and Cerebral Hypoxia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Erek M. Lam
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Erek M. Lam?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Erek M. Lam by calling their office at 412-367-1003. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Erek M. Lam a top-rated expert for Multiple Sclerosis (MS)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Erek M. Lam is classified as an Advanced expert for Multiple Sclerosis (MS), 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. Erek M. Lam specialize in?
While Dr. Erek M. Lam is a Sleep Medicine, they have specific expertise in Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Restless Legs Syndrome, and Narcolepsy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Sleep Medicine.
Does Dr. Erek M. Lam participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Erek M. Lam has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Multiple Sclerosis (MS). You can view a list of Dr. Erek M. Lam's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Erek M. Lam accept my insurance?
Dr. Erek M. Lam accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-367-1003 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Essential TremorDr. Lam isAdvanced. Learn about Essential Tremor.
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)Dr. Lam isAdvanced. Learn about Multiple Sclerosis (MS).
- NarcolepsyDr. Lam isAdvanced. Learn about Narcolepsy.
- Restless Legs SyndromeDr. Lam isAdvanced. Learn about Restless Legs Syndrome.
- Experienced
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
- Brachial PlexopathyDr. Lam isExperienced. Learn about Brachial Plexopathy.
- Cerebellar DegenerationDr. Lam isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellar Degeneration.
- Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Cluster HeadacheDr. Lam isExperienced. Learn about Cluster Headache.