Overview
Ian Pollack, MD, is Chief of Pediatric Neurosurgery at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, A. Leland Albright Professor of Neurosurgery, and vice-chair for Academic Affairs at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He is professor of clinical and translational science and distinguished professor of neurosurgery at the University of Pittsburgh.
Dr. Pollack is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), Rhabdoid Tumor, Neurofibromatosis, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Craniectomy.
Dr. Pollack is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 214 peer reviewed articles and participating in 8 clinical trials. Dr. Pollack is currently accepting new patients.
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4401 Penn Avenue, UPMC Children's Hospital Of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
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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. Ian F. Pollack
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ian F. Pollack?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ian F. Pollack by calling their office at 412-692-5881. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ian F. Pollack a top-rated expert for Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ian F. Pollack is classified as an Distinguished expert for Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), 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. Ian F. Pollack specialize in?
While Dr. Ian F. Pollack is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Craniectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Ian F. Pollack participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ian F. Pollack has published 214 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG). You can view a list of Dr. Ian F. Pollack's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ian F. Pollack accept my insurance?
Dr. Ian F. Pollack accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and CareSource. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-692-5881 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)Dr. Pollack isDistinguished. Learn about Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).
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- CraniectomyDr. Pollack isAdvanced. Learn about Craniectomy.
- Posterior Fossa DecompressionDr. Pollack isAdvanced. Learn about Posterior Fossa Decompression.
- Rhabdoid TumorDr. Pollack isAdvanced. Learn about Rhabdoid Tumor.
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- EndoscopyDr. Pollack isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Infantile PneumothoraxDr. Pollack isExperienced. Learn about Infantile Pneumothorax.
- LaminectomyDr. Pollack isExperienced. Learn about Laminectomy.
- Legius SyndromeDr. Pollack isExperienced. Learn about Legius Syndrome.
- NecrosisDr. Pollack isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- NeurofibromatosisDr. Pollack isExperienced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis.
- RASopathiesDr. Pollack isExperienced. Learn about RASopathies.