Overview
Howard Trachtman is a Pediatric Nephrologist practicing medicine in New York, New York.
Dr. Trachtman is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Minimal Change Disease, Glomerulonephritis, Nephrotic Syndrome, and Kidney Transplant.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 177 peer reviewed articles and participating in 6 clinical trials.
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Locations
160 E 32nd St Ste L3, New York, NY 10016
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.
6 Clinical Trials
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Pediatric Nephrology
Frederick J. Kaskel, MD, PhD, is involved in basic and clinical investigations into the mechanisms of the major kidney disorders in pediatrics. He is particularly interested in the physiology and pathophysiology of normal and abnormal development and function of the kidneys throughout the critical periods of growth and maturation extending into adolescence and young adulthood. He is actively involved in a clinical trial funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to find the most efficacious therapy for focal segmental glomerulosclerosis, one of the major causes of progressive glomerular disease, while investigating the molecular etiologies for its expression. Another NIH-supported study involves chronic kidney disease in children and how it affects their growth and neurocognitive development, and the risk factors for cardiovascular disease and renal progression. Dr. Kaskel is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nephrotic Syndrome, Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Minimal Change Disease, Metabolic Acidosis, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Kaskel is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Howard Trachtman
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Howard Trachtman?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Howard Trachtman by calling their office at 212-263-5940. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Howard Trachtman a top-rated expert for Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Howard Trachtman is classified as an Elite expert for Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, 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. Howard Trachtman specialize in?
While Dr. Howard Trachtman is a Pediatric Nephrology, they have specific expertise in Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Minimal Change Disease, and Glomerulonephritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Nephrology.
Does Dr. Howard Trachtman participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Howard Trachtman has published 176 articles and abstracts on conditions like Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis. You can view a list of Dr. Howard Trachtman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Howard Trachtman accept my insurance?
Dr. Howard Trachtman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-263-5940 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Elite
- Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis
- GlomerulonephritisDr. Trachtman isElite. Learn about Glomerulonephritis.
- Minimal Change DiseaseDr. Trachtman isElite. Learn about Minimal Change Disease.
- Nephrotic SyndromeDr. Trachtman isElite. Learn about Nephrotic Syndrome.
- Distinguished
- IgA NephropathyDr. Trachtman isDistinguished. Learn about IgA Nephropathy.
- Advanced
- HypertensionDr. Trachtman isAdvanced. Learn about Hypertension.
- Membranoproliferative Glomerulonephritis
- Experienced
- Alport SyndromeDr. Trachtman isExperienced. Learn about Alport Syndrome.
- AnemiaDr. Trachtman isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Autosomal Dominant Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Trachtman isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- D-Minus Hemolytic Uremic SyndromeDr. Trachtman isExperienced. Learn about D-Minus Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome.
- D-Plus Hemolytic Uremic SyndromeDr. Trachtman isExperienced. Learn about D-Plus Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome.

