Overview
"Hailing from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, board-certified neurosurgeon Dr. Kicielinski obtained her medical degree from Penn State College of Medicine. She went on to complete her neurosurgical residency training at the University of Alabama Birmingham, where she was twice the recipient of the James ""Buddy"" Nobles Jr Resident Education Award for resident of the year.During residency, she also completed a Masters of Science in Public Health in Epidemiology from the University of Alabama Birmingham. Spending two years in Boston at Harvard Medical School and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, she undertook a specialized fellowship in open and endovascular cerebrovascular neurosurgery under Drs. Christopher Ogilvy and Ajith Thomas. During that time she served as a clinical instructor at Harvard Medical School.After joining MUSC in 2019, she was voted Faculty of the Year by the MUSC neurosurgery residents in 2021 and again in 2023. She has been invited to present her research at national meetings and serves in multiple positions within organized neurosurgery, including Treasurer Women In Neurosurgery national joint section and serves on the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion task force for the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. Her research interests are in blood vessel disorders of the nervous system, resident education, patient-physician communication during critical situations, and palliative care.She was attracted to MUSC for the world-class expertise in cerebrovascular disease, with a focus on taking care of patients, pushing boundaries, and serving as a leader in the field. She serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at MUSC and the Division of Neuroendovascular Surgery.".
Dr. Kicielinski is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 49 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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165 Ashley Avenue, Charleston, SC 29425
165 Ashley Avenue, Charleston, SC 29425
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kimberly P. Kicielinski
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kimberly P. Kicielinski?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kimberly P. Kicielinski by calling their office at 843-792-7700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kimberly P. Kicielinski a top-rated expert for Brain Aneurysm?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kimberly P. Kicielinski is classified as an Distinguished expert for Brain Aneurysm, 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. Kimberly P. Kicielinski specialize in?
While Dr. Kimberly P. Kicielinski is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, and Thrombectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Kimberly P. Kicielinski participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kimberly P. Kicielinski has published 49 articles and abstracts on conditions like Brain Aneurysm. You can view a list of Dr. Kimberly P. Kicielinski's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kimberly P. Kicielinski accept my insurance?
Dr. Kimberly P. Kicielinski accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-792-7700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Brain AneurysmDr. Kicielinski isDistinguished. Learn about Brain Aneurysm.
- Advanced
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Kicielinski isAdvanced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Kicielinski isAdvanced. Learn about Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Stent PlacementDr. Kicielinski isAdvanced. Learn about Stent Placement.
- StrokeDr. Kicielinski isAdvanced. Learn about Stroke.
- Subarachnoid HemorrhageDr. Kicielinski isAdvanced. Learn about Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.
- ThrombectomyDr. Kicielinski isAdvanced. Learn about Thrombectomy.
- Experienced
- ApoplexyDr. Kicielinski isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Kicielinski isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.
- Cerebral Cavernous MalformationDr. Kicielinski isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Cavernous Malformation.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Kicielinski isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- Congenital Cardiovascular ShuntDr. Kicielinski isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt.
- DeliriumDr. Kicielinski isExperienced. Learn about Delirium.