Dr. Kathryn S. Torok
Overview
Kathryn Torok, MD, is a board-certified pediatric rheumatologist and director of the Pediatric Scleroderma Clinic at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. Dr. Torok earned her medical degree from the Penn State College of Medicine. She began her career in pediatric rheumatology as a fellow at UPMC Children’s Hospital in 2006. Upon completion of her fellowship, she started as an instructor in the Division of Rheumatology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in July 2009 and was promoted to assistant professor in July 2010.
Dr. Torok is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Localized Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Pulmonary Hypertension, and Hypertension.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 87 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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4401 Penn Avenue, Floor 3, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
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. Kathryn S. Torok
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kathryn S. Torok?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kathryn S. Torok by calling their office at 412-692-5081. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kathryn S. Torok a top-rated expert for Localized Scleroderma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kathryn S. Torok is classified as an Elite expert for Localized Scleroderma, 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. Kathryn S. Torok specialize in?
While Dr. Kathryn S. Torok is a Pediatric Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Localized Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), and Pulmonary Hypertension. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Rheumatology.
Does Dr. Kathryn S. Torok participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kathryn S. Torok has published 87 articles and abstracts on conditions like Localized Scleroderma. You can view a list of Dr. Kathryn S. Torok's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kathryn S. Torok accept my insurance?
Dr. Kathryn S. Torok accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-692-5081 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
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- Localized SclerodermaDr. Torok isElite. Learn about Localized Scleroderma.
- Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)Dr. Torok isElite. Learn about Systemic Sclerosis (SSc).
- Advanced
- Pulmonary HypertensionDr. Torok isAdvanced. Learn about Pulmonary Hypertension.
- Experienced
- ArthritisDr. Torok isExperienced. Learn about Arthritis.
- DermatomyositisDr. Torok isExperienced. Learn about Dermatomyositis.
- HypertensionDr. Torok isExperienced. Learn about Hypertension.
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)Dr. Torok isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA).
- Osteomyelitis in ChildrenDr. Torok isExperienced. Learn about Osteomyelitis in Children.
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)Dr. Torok isExperienced. Learn about Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).