Overview
Laura Tochen is a Pediatric Neurologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Tochen is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are CACH Syndrome, Stereotypic Movement Disorder, Tourette Syndrome, Chorea, and Deep Brain Stimulation.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 25 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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111 Michigan Ave NW, Washington, DC 20010
9850 Key West Ave, Rockville, MD 20850
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. Laura Tochen
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Tochen?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Laura Tochen by calling their office at 202-476-2120. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Laura Tochen a top-rated expert for CACH Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Laura Tochen is classified as an Advanced expert for CACH 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. Laura Tochen specialize in?
While Dr. Laura Tochen is a Pediatric Neurology, they have specific expertise in CACH Syndrome, Stereotypic Movement Disorder, and Tourette Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Neurology.
Does Dr. Laura Tochen participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Laura Tochen has published 25 articles and abstracts on conditions like CACH Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Laura Tochen's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Laura Tochen accept my insurance?
Dr. Laura Tochen accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 202-476-2120 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Aicardi-Goutieres SyndromeDr. Tochen isAdvanced. Learn about Aicardi-Goutieres Syndrome.
- Alexander DiseaseDr. Tochen isAdvanced. Learn about Alexander Disease.
- CACH SyndromeDr. Tochen isAdvanced. Learn about CACH Syndrome.
- Canavan DiseaseDr. Tochen isAdvanced. Learn about Canavan Disease.
- ChoreaDr. Tochen isAdvanced. Learn about Chorea.
- Drug Induced DyskinesiaDr. Tochen isAdvanced. Learn about Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
- Experienced
- 2q37 Deletion SyndromeDr. Tochen isExperienced. Learn about 2q37 Deletion Syndrome.
- 47 XYY SyndromeDr. Tochen isExperienced. Learn about 47 XYY Syndrome.
- Aase SyndromeDr. Tochen isExperienced. Learn about Aase Syndrome.
- Abruzzo-Erickson SyndromeDr. Tochen isExperienced. Learn about Abruzzo-Erickson Syndrome.
- Absence SeizureDr. Tochen isExperienced. Learn about Absence Seizure.
- Acrodermatitis EnteropathicaDr. Tochen isExperienced. Learn about Acrodermatitis Enteropathica.