Dr. James F. Castellano
Overview
James Castellano, MD, PhD, is a neurologist and is certified in neurology and epilepsy by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Castellano joined the UPMC Epilepsy Division in 2018. He is an assistant professor of Neurology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York and completed his residency and fellowship at Montefiore Medical Center.
Dr. Castellano is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Post-Traumatic Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, and Epilepsy.
Dr. Castellano is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology and American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 28 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Castellano is currently accepting new patients.
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3471 5th Avenue, Suite 810, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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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. James F. Castellano
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James F. Castellano?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James F. Castellano by calling their office at 412-663-6909. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James F. Castellano a top-rated expert for Post-Traumatic Epilepsy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James F. Castellano is classified as an Advanced expert for Post-Traumatic Epilepsy, 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. James F. Castellano specialize in?
While Dr. James F. Castellano is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Post-Traumatic Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Seizures. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. James F. Castellano participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James F. Castellano has published 28 articles and abstracts on conditions like Post-Traumatic Epilepsy. You can view a list of Dr. James F. Castellano's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. James F. Castellano accept my insurance?
Dr. James F. Castellano accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-663-6909 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Generalized Tonic-Clonic SeizureDr. Castellano isAdvanced. Learn about Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.
- Post-Traumatic EpilepsyDr. Castellano isAdvanced. Learn about Post-Traumatic Epilepsy.
- SeizuresDr. Castellano isAdvanced. Learn about Seizures.
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- Absence SeizureDr. Castellano isExperienced. Learn about Absence Seizure.
- Benign Rolandic EpilepsyDr. Castellano isExperienced. Learn about Benign Rolandic Epilepsy.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Castellano isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.
- EncephalitisDr. Castellano isExperienced. Learn about Encephalitis.
- EpilepsyDr. Castellano isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy.
- Hypothalamic HamartomasDr. Castellano isExperienced. Learn about Hypothalamic Hamartomas.