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.
Dr. Nischal is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Long-Chain 3-Hydroxyacyl-CoA Dehydrogenase Deficiency, Mitochondrial Trifunctional Protein Deficiency, Conjunctivitis with Pseudomembrane, Cataract Removal, and Vitrectomy.
Dr. Nischal is board certified in College Of Ophthalmologists. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 143 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Nischal is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
4401 Penn Avenue, Suite 3200, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
Clinical Research
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The Paul C. Gaffney Division Of Pediatric Hospital Medicine
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 Asthma in Children. Dr. Forster is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics . Dr. Forster is currently accepting new patients.
UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
Nader Shaikh, MD, MPH, is a professor of pediatrics and clinical and translational Science at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in the Division of General Academic Pediatrics. Dr. Shaikh is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Otitis Media with Effusion, Streptococcal Group A Infection, and Myringotomy. Dr. Shaikh is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Shaikh is currently accepting new patients.
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Patrick Kochanek is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kochanek is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Traumatic Brain Injury, Cerebral Hypoxia, High Blood Pressure in Infants, Hypertension, and Thrombectomy.
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 Long-Chain 3-Hydroxyacyl-CoA Dehydrogenase Deficiency?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ken K. Nischal is classified as an Distinguished expert for Long-Chain 3-Hydroxyacyl-CoA Dehydrogenase Deficiency, 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 Long-Chain 3-Hydroxyacyl-CoA Dehydrogenase Deficiency, Mitochondrial Trifunctional Protein Deficiency, and Cataract Removal. 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 143 articles and abstracts on conditions like Long-Chain 3-Hydroxyacyl-CoA Dehydrogenase Deficiency. 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.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Long-Chain 3-Hydroxyacyl-CoA Dehydrogenase Deficiency
- Advanced
- Cataract RemovalDr. Nischal isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract Removal.
- Conjunctivitis with PseudomembraneDr. Nischal isAdvanced. Learn about Conjunctivitis with Pseudomembrane.
- Mitochondrial Trifunctional Protein Deficiency
- RASopathiesDr. Nischal isAdvanced. Learn about RASopathies.
- VitrectomyDr. Nischal isAdvanced. Learn about Vitrectomy.
- Experienced
- Aplasia Cutis CongenitaDr. Nischal isExperienced. Learn about Aplasia Cutis Congenita.
- Chromosome 13q DuplicationDr. Nischal isExperienced. Learn about Chromosome 13q Duplication.
- Clouston SyndromeDr. Nischal isExperienced. Learn about Clouston Syndrome.
- DiarrheaDr. Nischal isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Ectodermal DysplasiasDr. Nischal isExperienced. Learn about Ectodermal Dysplasias.
- High Blood Pressure in InfantsDr. Nischal isExperienced. Learn about High Blood Pressure in Infants.
- Immune Defect due to Absence of ThymusDr. Nischal isExperienced. Learn about Immune Defect due to Absence of Thymus.
- IridectomyDr. Nischal isExperienced. Learn about Iridectomy.
- Kearns-Sayre SyndromeDr. Nischal isExperienced. Learn about Kearns-Sayre Syndrome.
- Legius SyndromeDr. Nischal isExperienced. Learn about Legius Syndrome.
- MosaicismDr. Nischal isExperienced. Learn about Mosaicism.
- Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Nischal isExperienced. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- Peters Plus SyndromeDr. Nischal isExperienced. Learn about Peters Plus Syndrome.
- TrabeculectomyDr. Nischal isExperienced. Learn about Trabeculectomy.
- Trisomy 13Dr. Nischal isExperienced. Learn about Trisomy 13.