Dr. James F. Pingpank
Overview
James F. Pingpank Jr., MD, is an associate professor of surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Pingpank specializes in regional treatment strategies for advance malignancies of the liver and peritoneal cavity.
Dr. Pingpank is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Colorectal Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Liver Embolization, and Hernia Surgery.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 80 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
5115 Centre Avenue, Hillman Cancer Center, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
5115 Centre Avenue, HILLMAN CANCER CENTER, Floor 2, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
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. James F. Pingpank
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James F. Pingpank?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James F. Pingpank by calling their office at 412-530-6124. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James F. Pingpank a top-rated expert for Pseudomyxoma Peritonei?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James F. Pingpank is classified as an Distinguished expert for Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, 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. Pingpank specialize in?
While Dr. James F. Pingpank is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Colorectal Cancer, and Neuroendocrine Tumor. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. James F. Pingpank participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James F. Pingpank has published 80 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pseudomyxoma Peritonei. You can view a list of Dr. James F. Pingpank'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. Pingpank accept my insurance?
Dr. James F. Pingpank accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-530-6124 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
- Colorectal CancerDr. Pingpank isDistinguished. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Pingpank isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Pingpank isDistinguished. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Pseudomyxoma PeritoneiDr. Pingpank isDistinguished. Learn about Pseudomyxoma Peritonei.
- Advanced
- Desmoplastic Small Round Cell TumorDr. Pingpank isAdvanced. Learn about Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Pingpank isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Liver CancerDr. Pingpank isAdvanced. Learn about Liver Cancer.
- Liver EmbolizationDr. Pingpank isAdvanced. Learn about Liver Embolization.
- MelanomaDr. Pingpank isAdvanced. Learn about Melanoma.
- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Pingpank isAdvanced. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Pingpank isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Pingpank isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Alveolar Soft Part SarcomaDr. Pingpank isExperienced. Learn about Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Pingpank isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- AppendectomyDr. Pingpank isExperienced. Learn about Appendectomy.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Pingpank isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.