Dr. Kathy L. Gardner
Overview
Kathy Gardner, MD, is a neurologist certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She is co-director of UPMC Children’s Hospital Neurofibromatosis Clinic and is an assistant professor of Neurology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. She received her medical degree and completed her residency at the University of Utah School of Medicine. Dr. Gardner’s clinical and research interests include the genetics of both common and rare hemiplegic forms of migraine. She is an advisor and board member for the local chapter of the Neurofibromatosis Clinics Association.
Dr. Gardner is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Neurofibromatosis, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), Schwannomatosis, and Tuberous Sclerosis.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
3471 5th Avenue, Suite 810, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Gardner 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.
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UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
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.
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kathy L. Gardner
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kathy L. Gardner?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kathy L. Gardner by calling their office at 412-569-0111. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kathy L. Gardner a top-rated expert for Neurofibromatosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kathy L. Gardner is classified as an Advanced expert for Neurofibromatosis, 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. Kathy L. Gardner specialize in?
While Dr. Kathy L. Gardner is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Neurofibromatosis, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), and Schwannomatosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Kathy L. Gardner participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kathy L. Gardner has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Neurofibromatosis. You can view a list of Dr. Kathy L. Gardner's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kathy L. Gardner accept my insurance?
Dr. Kathy L. Gardner accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-569-0111 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.
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- NeurofibromatosisDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis.
- Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)Dr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1).
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- MigraineDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Migraine.
- SchwannomatosisDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Schwannomatosis.
- Tuberous SclerosisDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Tuberous Sclerosis.
- Tuberous Sclerosis ComplexDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Tuberous Sclerosis Complex.