Dr. Fernando Acosta
Overview
Fernando Acosta is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Fort Worth, Texas.
Dr. Acosta is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Palsy, Oppenheim Dystonia, X-Linked Dystonia-Parkinsonism, and Moebius Syndrome.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
1500 Cooper St, 4th Fl, Fort Worth, TX 76104
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. Fernando Acosta
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Fernando Acosta?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Fernando Acosta by calling their office at 682-885-2500. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Fernando Acosta a top-rated expert for Cerebral Palsy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Fernando Acosta is classified as an Advanced expert for Cerebral Palsy, 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. Fernando Acosta specialize in?
While Dr. Fernando Acosta is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Cerebral Palsy, Oppenheim Dystonia, and X-Linked Dystonia-Parkinsonism. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Fernando Acosta participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Fernando Acosta has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cerebral Palsy. You can view a list of Dr. Fernando Acosta's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Fernando Acosta accept my insurance?
Dr. Fernando Acosta accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 682-885-2500 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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- Cerebral PalsyDr. Acosta isAdvanced. Learn about Cerebral Palsy.
- Oppenheim DystoniaDr. Acosta isAdvanced. Learn about Oppenheim Dystonia.
- Experienced
- Agyria Pachygyria PolymicrogyriaDr. Acosta isExperienced. Learn about Agyria Pachygyria Polymicrogyria.
- Anti-NMDA Receptor EncephalitisDr. Acosta isExperienced. Learn about Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis.
- AphantasiaDr. Acosta isExperienced. Learn about Aphantasia.
- Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase (AADC) Deficiency
- Bilateral Perisylvian PolymicrogyriaDr. Acosta isExperienced. Learn about Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria.
- Cavernous Sinus ThrombosisDr. Acosta isExperienced. Learn about Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis.