Dr. Jan Drappatz
Overview
Jan Drappatz, MD, is a neuro-oncologist, an associate professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, and the director of the Neuro-oncology program at UPMC. Dr. Drappatz specializes in the treatment of primary and metastatic brain tumors and neurologic complications of cancer.
Dr. Drappatz is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, and Gliomatosis Cerebri.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 82 peer reviewed articles and participating in 8 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
5115 Centre Avenue, Hillman Cancer Center, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Drappatz has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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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Frank Lieberman is a Neurologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lieberman is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Gliomatosis Cerebri.
University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Neurology
Raul Nogueira, MD, specializes in stroke and is board-certified in neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He practices at UPMC Stroke Institute at Mercy. Dr. Nogueira completed his medical degree and residency at Universidade Federal do Ceará followed by a residency and fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital - Harvard Medical School. Dr. Nogueira is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Fibromuscular Dysplasia (FMD), Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.
UPMC Department Of Neurology
Oscar Lopez, MD, FAAN, is a neurologist and serves as chief of the Division of Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology and director of the Alzheimer's Disease Research Center. He is also a professor of Neurology, Psychiatry, and Clinical and Translational Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from the University of La Plata and completed his residency at Rivadavia Hospital, followed by his fellowship at UPMC.Dr. Lopez’s clinical interests include cognitive disorders of multiple etiologies, and his research interests include clinical symptoms and progression of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, biomarkers, and risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease in cognitively normal persons. He has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, the Royal Society of Medicine, the American Neurological Association, the American Society of Behavioral Neurology, and the International Psychogeriatric Association.View the full list of Dr. Lopez’s publications on PubMed. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Lopez%2C+OL. Dr. Lopez is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Vascular Dementia, Memory Loss, and Carotid Artery Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jan Drappatz
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jan Drappatz?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jan Drappatz by calling their office at 412-530-4822. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Jan Drappatz a top-rated expert for Astrocytoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jan Drappatz is classified as an Elite expert for Astrocytoma, 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. Jan Drappatz specialize in?
While Dr. Jan Drappatz is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, and Glioma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Jan Drappatz participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jan Drappatz has published 82 articles and abstracts on conditions like Astrocytoma. You can view a list of Dr. Jan Drappatz's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jan Drappatz accept my insurance?
Dr. Jan Drappatz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-530-4822 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
- AstrocytomaDr. Drappatz isElite. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Brain TumorDr. Drappatz isElite. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- GlioblastomaDr. Drappatz isElite. Learn about Glioblastoma.
- GliomaDr. Drappatz isElite. Learn about Glioma.
- Gliomatosis CerebriDr. Drappatz isElite. Learn about Gliomatosis Cerebri.
- Distinguished
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)Dr. Drappatz isDistinguished. Learn about Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT).
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered RosettesDr. Drappatz isDistinguished. Learn about Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes.
- EpendymomaDr. Drappatz isDistinguished. Learn about Ependymoma.
- GliosarcomaDr. Drappatz isDistinguished. Learn about Gliosarcoma.
- Metastatic Brain TumorDr. Drappatz isDistinguished. Learn about Metastatic Brain Tumor.
- NeuroepitheliomaDr. Drappatz isDistinguished. Learn about Neuroepithelioma.
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- Brain Stem CancerDr. Drappatz isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Cerebral Ventricle CancerDr. Drappatz isAdvanced. Learn about Cerebral Ventricle Cancer.
- Choroid Plexus PapillomaDr. Drappatz isAdvanced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Papilloma.
- Diencephalic SyndromeDr. Drappatz isAdvanced. Learn about Diencephalic Syndrome.
- Diffuse Midline Glioma H3 K27M-MutantDr. Drappatz isAdvanced. Learn about Diffuse Midline Glioma H3 K27M-Mutant.
- HemangioblastomaDr. Drappatz isAdvanced. Learn about Hemangioblastoma.
- Experienced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Drappatz isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- ArachnoiditisDr. Drappatz isExperienced. Learn about Arachnoiditis.
- Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET)
- EpilepsyDr. Drappatz isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy.
- Generalized Tonic-Clonic SeizureDr. Drappatz isExperienced. Learn about Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.
- Memory LossDr. Drappatz isExperienced. Learn about Memory Loss.