Overview
Ken K. Nischal, MD, FAAP, FRCOphth, is chief of the Division of Pediatric Opthalmology and Strabismus at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, director of pediatric program development at the UPMC Eye Center, and professor of ophthalmology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He is certified in ophthalmology by the College of Ophthalmologists.
His clinical expertise encompasses Astigmatism, Nearsightedness, Strabismus, and Brown Syndrome.
Dr. Nischal is board certified in College Of Ophthalmologists. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Nischal is currently accepting new patients.
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4401 Penn Avenue, Suite 3200, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
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Bryan H. Goldstein MD, FACC, FSCAI is a pediatric interventional cardiologist and is certified in pediatric cardiology by the American Board of Pediatrics. He is director of the cardiac catheterization laboratory and interventional cardiology service at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh and is a Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the Boston Combined Residency in Pediatrics (Children’s Hospital Boston) and fellowship at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital (University of Michigan Medicine).Dr. Goldstein joined the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in 2019. His clinical interests include congenital cardiac catheterization, minimally invasive transcatheter therapies, and single ventricle (Fontan) circulation. Dr. Goldstein has published numerous scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals, is a frequent faculty member and presenter at national and international meetings, and is a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, American Academy of Pediatrics (FAAP), American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology (FACC) and Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions (FSCAI). He is vice president of the Congenital Cardiac Research Collaborative (CCRC).View Dr. Goldstein's full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Goldstein is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Tetralogy of Fallot, Pulmonary Atresia, Stent Placement, and Angioplasty. Dr. Goldstein is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Goldstein is currently accepting new patients.
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Catherine Forster, MD, specializes in pediatric hospital medicine and is board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. She is affiliated with UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. Dr. Forster received her medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College and completed her residency at Boston Children's Hospital, followed by a fellowship at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Forster is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children and Micrognathia. Dr. Forster is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ken K. Nischal
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ken K. Nischal?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ken K. Nischal by calling their office at 412-692-8940. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ken K. Nischal a top-rated expert for Astigmatism?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ken K. Nischal is classified as an Experienced expert for Astigmatism, 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. Ken K. Nischal specialize in?
While Dr. Ken K. Nischal is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Astigmatism, Nearsightedness, and Strabismus. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Ken K. Nischal participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ken K. Nischal has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Astigmatism. You can view a list of Dr. Ken K. Nischal's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ken K. Nischal accept my insurance?
Dr. Ken K. Nischal accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-692-8940 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- AstigmatismDr. Nischal isExperienced. Learn about Astigmatism.
- Brown SyndromeDr. Nischal isExperienced. Learn about Brown Syndrome.
- Cloudy CorneaDr. Nischal isExperienced. Learn about Cloudy Cornea.
- GlaucomaDr. Nischal isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- HyphemaDr. Nischal isExperienced. Learn about Hyphema.
- NearsightednessDr. Nischal isExperienced. Learn about Nearsightedness.