Dr. George F. Wittenberg
Overview
George Wittenberg, MD, PhD is a neurologist and is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is a professor of Neurology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from the University of California School of Medicine and completed his residency and fellowship at Washington University School of Medicine.Dr. Wittenberg’s clinical interests include stroke rehabilitation, rehabilitation robotics, brain mechanisms of arm control, and motor deficits after stroke. His research interests include using transcranial magnetic stimulation and functional imaging to understand motor cortical reorganization following stroke and designing and testing new methods for neurorehabilitation. He has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and is a member of the Organization for Human Brain Mapping, the Neural Control of Movement Society, the International Society of Motor Control, the American Neurological Association, and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.View the full list of Dr. Wittenberg’s publications on PubMed. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Wittenberg%2C+GF.
Dr. Wittenberg is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Spasticity, Hemiplegia, and Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 76 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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1350 Locust Street, Suite 311, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
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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UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Jan Drappatz, MD, is a neuro-oncologist, an associate professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, and the director of the Neuro-oncology program at UPMC. Dr. Drappatz specializes in the treatment of primary and metastatic brain tumors and neurologic complications of cancer. Dr. Drappatz is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Gliomatosis Cerebri.
University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Neurology
Raul Nogueira, MD, specializes in stroke and is board-certified in neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He practices at UPMC Stroke Institute at Mercy. Dr. Nogueira completed his medical degree and residency at Universidade Federal do Ceará followed by a residency and fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital - Harvard Medical School. Dr. Nogueira is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Fibromuscular Dysplasia (FMD), Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.
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Frank Lieberman is a Neurologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lieberman is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Gliomatosis Cerebri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. George F. Wittenberg
How do I make an appointment with Dr. George F. Wittenberg?
You can book an appointment with Dr. George F. Wittenberg by calling their office at 412-560-9655. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. George F. Wittenberg a top-rated expert for Stroke?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. George F. Wittenberg 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. George F. Wittenberg specialize in?
While Dr. George F. Wittenberg is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Stroke, Spasticity, and Hemiplegia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. George F. Wittenberg participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. George F. Wittenberg has published 76 articles and abstracts on conditions like Stroke. You can view a list of Dr. George F. Wittenberg's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. George F. Wittenberg accept my insurance?
Dr. George F. Wittenberg accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-560-9655 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- StrokeDr. Wittenberg isDistinguished. Learn about Stroke.
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- Alternating Hemiplegia of ChildhoodDr. Wittenberg isAdvanced. Learn about Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood.
- HemiplegiaDr. Wittenberg isAdvanced. Learn about Hemiplegia.
- SpasticityDr. Wittenberg isAdvanced. Learn about Spasticity.
- Experienced
- Movement DisordersDr. Wittenberg isExperienced. Learn about Movement Disorders.
- Parkinson's DiseaseDr. Wittenberg isExperienced. Learn about Parkinson's Disease.