Dr. Laurie Knepper
Overview
Laurie Knepper, MD, is a neurologist and is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and headache medicine by the UCNS Headache Medicine Board Center. She is an associate professor of Neurology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. She received her medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed her residency at the University of Iowa, followed by her fellowship at UPMC.Dr. Knepper’s clinical interests include standardized patient and hybrid simulation, as well as hormones and migraine management. She has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and is an active member of the Women in Neurology Group.View the full list of Dr. Knepper’s publications on PubMed. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Knepper%2C+L.
Her top areas of expertise are Migraine, Central Pain Syndrome, Restless Legs Syndrome, and West Syndrome.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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120 Lytton Avenue, Suite 300, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Laurie Knepper
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Laurie Knepper?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Laurie Knepper by calling their office at 412-647-9494. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Laurie Knepper a top-rated expert for Migraine?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Laurie Knepper is classified as an Experienced expert for Migraine, 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. Laurie Knepper specialize in?
While Dr. Laurie Knepper is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Migraine, Central Pain Syndrome, and Restless Legs Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Laurie Knepper participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Laurie Knepper has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Migraine. You can view a list of Dr. Laurie Knepper's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Laurie Knepper accept my insurance?
Dr. Laurie Knepper accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-647-9494 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Central Pain SyndromeDr. Knepper isExperienced. Learn about Central Pain Syndrome.
- Epilepsy in ChildrenDr. Knepper isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy in Children.
- Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic SeizuresDr. Knepper isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures.
- Infant Epilepsy with Migrant Focal CrisisDr. Knepper isExperienced. Learn about Infant Epilepsy with Migrant Focal Crisis.
- MigraineDr. Knepper isExperienced. Learn about Migraine.
- Myoclonic EpilepsyDr. Knepper isExperienced. Learn about Myoclonic Epilepsy.