Dr. Joshua A. Smith
Overview
Joshua Smith, DO, is certified in neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is affiliated with UPMC Northwest, UPMC Wellsboro, UPMC Altoona, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Jameson, UPMC Horizon, UPMC Bedford, UPMC Passavant, UPMC Somerset, UPMC McKeesport, UPMC East, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Cole, UPMC Williamsport, UPMC St Margaret and UPMC Kane. He completed his residency at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and medical degree at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine.
His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Infantile Axonal Neuropathy, Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis, and Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2.
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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12680 Perry Highway, Floor 2, Wexford, PA 15090
3471 5th Avenue, Suite 810, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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.
UPMC Department Of Neurology
Paula Clemens, MD, is a neurologist certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She is chief of the Division of Veterans Affairs and a professor of Neurology, Molecular Genetics and Biochemistry, Human Genetics, and Pediatrics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. She received her medical degree from the Medical College of Pennsylvania and completed her residency at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, followed by a neuromuscular fellowship at Mayo Clinic and a molecular genetics fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Clemens is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Becker Muscular Dystrophy, Pompe Disease, and Myotonic Dystrophy.
UPMC Department Of Neurology
David Lacomis, MD, is a neurologist and is certified in neurology, clinical neurophysiology, and neuromusculoskeletal medicine by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is chief of the Division of Neuromuscular Diseases and director of clinical research for the Live Like Lou Center of ALS Research. He is also a professor of Neurology and Pathology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from Penn State College of Medicine and completed his residency at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, followed by his fellowship at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center. Dr. Lacomis is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Myasthenia Gravis, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Lambert-Eaton Syndrome, and Thymectomy.
UPMC Department Of Neurology
Jonathan Brent, MD, PhD, specializes in neuromuscular medicine and is board-certified in neuromuscular medicine and neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is affiliated with UPMC Mercy, UPMC Shadyside and UPMC Presbyterian. Dr. Brent received his medical degree from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and completed his residency and fellowship at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Brent is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Myotonic Dystrophy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joshua A. Smith
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joshua A. Smith?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joshua A. Smith by calling their office at 412-647-9494. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joshua A. Smith a top-rated expert for Stroke?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joshua A. Smith is classified as an Experienced expert for Stroke, 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. Joshua A. Smith specialize in?
While Dr. Joshua A. Smith is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Stroke, Infantile Axonal Neuropathy, and Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine.
Does Dr. Joshua A. Smith participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joshua A. Smith has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Stroke. You can view a list of Dr. Joshua A. Smith's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joshua A. Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Joshua A. Smith accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-647-9494 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
- Andermann SyndromeDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Andermann Syndrome.
- Cerebellar DegenerationDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellar Degeneration.
- Charcot-Marie-Tooth DiseaseDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease.
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis