Dr. Kristen Eckstrand
Overview
Kristen Eckstrand, MD, specializes in psychiatry and is board-certified in psychiatry and child and adolescent psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She is affiliated with UPMC St. Margaret, UPMC East, UPMC Passavant and UPMC Presbyterian. She completed her residency at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and medical degree at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine.
Her top areas of expertise are Intersex and Bipolar Disorder (BPD).
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 65 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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3811 Ohara Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
100 North Bellefield Avenue, Suite 6, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
100 North Bellefield Avenue, Room 556, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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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Susanne Ahmari is a Psychiatrist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ahmari is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Anorexia.
UPMC Western BH-Child Adolescent Bipolar Spectrum Services
Boris Birmaher, MD, specializes in psychiatry and is board-certified in psychiatry and child and adolescent psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian. Dr. Birmaher completed his fellowship at Montefiore Medical Center, residencies at Columbia University Hospital and Hebrew University - Hadassah Medical School and medical degree at Valle College of Medicine. Dr. Birmaher is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Asperger's Syndrome, and Major Depression.
UPMC Western BH-Child Adolescent Bipolar Spectrum Services
Danella Marie Hafeman, MD, specializes in psychiatry and is board-certified in psychiatry and child and adolescent psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She is affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian. Dr. Hafeman completed her fellowship and residency at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and medical degree at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Hafeman is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Bipolar Disorder (BPD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kristen Eckstrand
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kristen Eckstrand?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kristen Eckstrand by calling their office at 412-624-1000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kristen Eckstrand a top-rated expert for Intersex?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kristen Eckstrand is classified as an Experienced expert for Intersex, 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. Kristen Eckstrand specialize in?
While Dr. Kristen Eckstrand is a Psychiatry, they have specific expertise in Intersex, Bipolar Disorder (BPD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Psychiatry.
Does Dr. Kristen Eckstrand participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kristen Eckstrand has published 65 articles and abstracts on conditions like Intersex. You can view a list of Dr. Kristen Eckstrand's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kristen Eckstrand accept my insurance?
Dr. Kristen Eckstrand accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-624-1000 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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- Bipolar Disorder (BPD)Dr. Eckstrand isExperienced. Learn about Bipolar Disorder (BPD).
- IntersexDr. Eckstrand isExperienced. Learn about Intersex.