Dr. Islam M. Zaydan
Overview
Islam Zaydan, MD, is a neurologist and is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is co-director of the Multiple Sclerosis Center of Excellence at the Pittsburgh VA Hospital. He is also an associate professor of Neurology and Ophthalmology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from Alexandria University and completed his residency and fellowship at the Medical College of Virginia.
Dr. Zaydan is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Neuromyelitis Optica, and Optic Neuritis.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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- HMO
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- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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3471 5th Avenue, Suite 810, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
1622 Locust Street, Floor 2, 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Islam M. Zaydan
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Islam M. Zaydan?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Islam M. Zaydan by calling their office at 412-569-7340. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Islam M. Zaydan a top-rated expert for Multiple Sclerosis (MS)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Islam M. Zaydan is classified as an Distinguished 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. Islam M. Zaydan specialize in?
While Dr. Islam M. Zaydan is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Neuromyelitis Optica. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Islam M. Zaydan participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Islam M. Zaydan has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Multiple Sclerosis (MS). You can view a list of Dr. Islam M. Zaydan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Islam M. Zaydan accept my insurance?
Dr. Islam M. Zaydan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-569-7340 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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- Distinguished
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)Dr. Zaydan isDistinguished. Learn about Multiple Sclerosis (MS).
- Advanced
- Neuromyelitis OpticaDr. Zaydan isAdvanced. Learn about Neuromyelitis Optica.
- Optic NeuritisDr. Zaydan isAdvanced. Learn about Optic Neuritis.
- Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS)
- Experienced
- Acute Cerebellar AtaxiaDr. Zaydan isExperienced. Learn about Acute Cerebellar Ataxia.
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
- CACH SyndromeDr. Zaydan isExperienced. Learn about CACH Syndrome.
- Drug Induced DyskinesiaDr. Zaydan isExperienced. Learn about Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
- DysgraphiaDr. Zaydan isExperienced. Learn about Dysgraphia.
- EncephalitisDr. Zaydan isExperienced. Learn about Encephalitis.