Overview
John C. Flickinger, MD, FACR, is a professor of radiation oncology and neurological surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Flickinger holds an interest in spine tumors, brain tumors, metastatic diseases, effects of radiation on normal tissue, and the mathematical modeling of radiation response.
Dr. Flickinger is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Metastatic Brain Tumor, Meningioma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Rhizotomy.
Dr. Flickinger is board certified in American Board Of Radiology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 47 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Flickinger is currently accepting new patients.
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4401 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
4401 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
815 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15215
815 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15215
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. John C. Flickinger
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John C. Flickinger?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John C. Flickinger by calling their office at 412-692-9513. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John C. Flickinger a top-rated expert for Metastatic Brain Tumor?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John C. Flickinger is classified as an Distinguished expert for Metastatic Brain Tumor, 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. John C. Flickinger specialize in?
While Dr. John C. Flickinger is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Metastatic Brain Tumor, Meningioma, and Posterior Fossa Tumor. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.
Does Dr. John C. Flickinger participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John C. Flickinger has published 47 articles and abstracts on conditions like Metastatic Brain Tumor. You can view a list of Dr. John C. Flickinger's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John C. Flickinger accept my insurance?
Dr. John C. Flickinger accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and CareSource. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-692-9513 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- Brain TumorDr. Flickinger isDistinguished. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- MeningiomaDr. Flickinger isDistinguished. Learn about Meningioma.
- Metastatic Brain TumorDr. Flickinger isDistinguished. Learn about Metastatic Brain Tumor.
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Flickinger isDistinguished. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)Dr. Flickinger isDistinguished. Learn about Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET).
- Radiation Induced MeningiomaDr. Flickinger isDistinguished. Learn about Radiation Induced Meningioma.
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- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Flickinger isAdvanced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- AstrocytomaDr. Flickinger isAdvanced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)Dr. Flickinger isAdvanced. Learn about Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT).
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
- EpendymomaDr. Flickinger isAdvanced. Learn about Ependymoma.
- Gamma Knife RadiosurgeryDr. Flickinger isAdvanced. Learn about Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.
- Experienced
- Acoustic NeuromaDr. Flickinger isExperienced. Learn about Acoustic Neuroma.
- Bone TumorDr. Flickinger isExperienced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Cerebral Ventricle CancerDr. Flickinger isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Ventricle Cancer.
- ChordomaDr. Flickinger isExperienced. Learn about Chordoma.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Flickinger isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Choroid Plexus PapillomaDr. Flickinger isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Papilloma.