Overview
Justin Azar, MD, is a board-certified pediatrician specializing in pediatric critical care. He cares for patients with critical illness in the pediatric intensive care unit. Dr. Azar treats patients with multi-system organ failure and traumatic injuries that need surgery. He also provides post-operative care.|Dr. Azar earned his medical degree from George Washington University in Washington, D.C. He completed his residency at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, D.C., where he served as chief resident. He followed that with a fellowship in pediatric critical care at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. Additionally, Dr. Azar completed international clinical externships caring for children in Ecuador and Malawi.|He’s an active member of several professional organizations including The American Academy of Pediatrics, Society of Critical Care Medicine and Children’s Hospital Association.|Dr. Azar is an accomplished researcher. He’s published several peer-reviewed manuscripts and abstracts.
His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Hypoxia, Malnutrition, and Traumatic Brain Injury.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Azar is currently accepting new patients.
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100 North Academy Avenue, Danville, PA 17822
100 North Academy Avenue, Danville, PA 17822
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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. Justin M. Azar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Justin M. Azar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Justin M. Azar by calling their office at 570-214-8790. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Justin M. Azar a top-rated expert for Cerebral Hypoxia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Justin M. Azar is classified as an Experienced expert for Cerebral Hypoxia, 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. Justin M. Azar specialize in?
While Dr. Justin M. Azar is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Cerebral Hypoxia, Malnutrition, and Traumatic Brain Injury. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Justin M. Azar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Justin M. Azar has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cerebral Hypoxia. You can view a list of Dr. Justin M. Azar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Justin M. Azar accept my insurance?
Dr. Justin M. Azar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 570-214-8790 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Cerebral HypoxiaDr. Azar isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Hypoxia.
- MalnutritionDr. Azar isExperienced. Learn about Malnutrition.
- Traumatic Brain InjuryDr. Azar isExperienced. Learn about Traumatic Brain Injury.