Overview
Kirk Daffner is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts.
Dr. Daffner is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fragile X Syndrome, Fragile XE Syndrome, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Alzheimer's Disease.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 73 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Daffner is currently accepting new patients.
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75 Francis St, Boston, MA 02115
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. Kirk R. Daffner
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kirk R. Daffner?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kirk R. Daffner by calling their office at 617-732-7329. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kirk R. Daffner a top-rated expert for Fragile X Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kirk R. Daffner is classified as an Advanced expert for Fragile X Syndrome, 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. Kirk R. Daffner specialize in?
While Dr. Kirk R. Daffner is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Fragile X Syndrome, Fragile XE Syndrome, and Cerebellar Degeneration. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Kirk R. Daffner participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kirk R. Daffner has published 73 articles and abstracts on conditions like Fragile X Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Kirk R. Daffner's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kirk R. Daffner accept my insurance?
Dr. Kirk R. Daffner accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 617-732-7329 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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- Alzheimer's DiseaseDr. Daffner isAdvanced. Learn about Alzheimer's Disease.
- Cerebellar DegenerationDr. Daffner isAdvanced. Learn about Cerebellar Degeneration.
- DementiaDr. Daffner isAdvanced. Learn about Dementia.
- Fragile X SyndromeDr. Daffner isAdvanced. Learn about Fragile X Syndrome.
- Fragile XE SyndromeDr. Daffner isAdvanced. Learn about Fragile XE Syndrome.
- Lewy Body Dementia (LBD)Dr. Daffner isAdvanced. Learn about Lewy Body Dementia (LBD).
- Memory LossDr. Daffner isAdvanced. Learn about Memory Loss.
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- Accessory Deep Peroneal NerveDr. Daffner isExperienced. Learn about Accessory Deep Peroneal Nerve.
- Cardiac AmyloidosisDr. Daffner isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Amyloidosis.
- Cerebellar Multiple System AtrophyDr. Daffner isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy.
- Cerebral Amyloid AngiopathyDr. Daffner isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy.
- DeliriumDr. Daffner isExperienced. Learn about Delirium.
- Frontotemporal DementiaDr. Daffner isExperienced. Learn about Frontotemporal Dementia.
- Gerstmann SyndromeDr. Daffner isExperienced. Learn about Gerstmann Syndrome.
- Hepatocerebral DegenerationDr. Daffner isExperienced. Learn about Hepatocerebral Degeneration.
- Hereditary Cerebral Amyloid AngiopathyDr. Daffner isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy.
- Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID)
- Neurotoxicity SyndromesDr. Daffner isExperienced. Learn about Neurotoxicity Syndromes.
- Primary Localized Cutaneous AmyloidosisDr. Daffner isExperienced. Learn about Primary Localized Cutaneous Amyloidosis.
- Primary Progressive AphasiaDr. Daffner isExperienced. Learn about Primary Progressive Aphasia.
- SeizuresDr. Daffner isExperienced. Learn about Seizures.
- StrokeDr. Daffner isExperienced. Learn about Stroke.
- Subarachnoid HemorrhageDr. Daffner isExperienced. Learn about Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.
- Vascular DementiaDr. Daffner isExperienced. Learn about Vascular Dementia.