Dr. Loukia Papatheodorou
Overview
Loukia Papatheodorou, MD, is a graduate of the University of Thessaly Medical School in Biopolis, Larissa, Greece. She completed residencies at the University of Thessaly and Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina, and a fellowship in Hand and Upper extremity surgery at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh. Dr. Papatheodorou is currently a Clinical Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at University of Pittsburgh. She speaks English, Greek, and French. Dr. Papatheodorou is board-certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the Greece-European Union. She specializes in the treatment of hand surgery, carpal tunnel syndrome, wrist and elbow conditions, rotator cuff tears, wrist and elbow fractures, shoulder conditions and arthroscopic surgery and sees patients at locations in Pittsburgh, McKeesport, and Monroeville.
Dr. Papatheodorou is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Scaphoid Non-Union, Kienbock's Disease, Mononeuritis Multiplex, Nerve Decompression, and Osteotomy.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 30 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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4803 Northern Pike, Monroeville, PA 15146
9104 Babcock Boulevard, Suite 5113, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
1500 Fifth Avenue, Mansfield Bldg Level A Suite MA-42, Mckeesport, PA 15132
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.
UPMC Department Of Orthopaedic Surgery
Kurt R. Weiss, MD, began his affiliation with the UPMC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery in 1994 when he performed basic science research in the Ferguson Laboratory as an undergraduate student. He graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 1997 and spent an additional year in the Ferguson Laboratory before matriculating to Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia. Dr. Weiss is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteosarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Bone Tumor, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.
UPMC Department Of Orthopaedic Surgery
Joon Yung Lee, MD, specializes in cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine surgery. Dr. Lee graduated summa cum laude from University of California, Berkeley, and obtained his medical degree from Yale Medical School. He completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at UPMC and his fellowship in spine surgery at the Rothman Institute-Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. Dr. Lee performs spinal surgery using standard techniques and cutting-edge surgical technologies including minimally invasive spine surgery, disc replacement, and microsurgical decompression. Dr. Lee is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.
Greater Pittsburgh Orthopaedic Associates Inc.
Stephen Thomas is an Orthopedics provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Thomas is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Bursitis, Toxic Synovitis, Tenotomy, and Hip Replacement.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Loukia Papatheodorou
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Loukia Papatheodorou?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Loukia Papatheodorou by calling their office at 412-372-1963. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Loukia Papatheodorou a top-rated expert for Scaphoid Non-Union?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Loukia Papatheodorou is classified as an Elite expert for Scaphoid Non-Union, 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. Loukia Papatheodorou specialize in?
While Dr. Loukia Papatheodorou is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Scaphoid Non-Union, Nerve Decompression, and Osteotomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Loukia Papatheodorou participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Loukia Papatheodorou has published 30 articles and abstracts on conditions like Scaphoid Non-Union. You can view a list of Dr. Loukia Papatheodorou's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Loukia Papatheodorou accept my insurance?
Dr. Loukia Papatheodorou accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and CareSource. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-372-1963 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Elite
- Scaphoid Non-UnionDr. Papatheodorou isElite. Learn about Scaphoid Non-Union.
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- Kienbock's DiseaseDr. Papatheodorou isAdvanced. Learn about Kienbock's Disease.
- Mononeuritis MultiplexDr. Papatheodorou isAdvanced. Learn about Mononeuritis Multiplex.
- Nerve DecompressionDr. Papatheodorou isAdvanced. Learn about Nerve Decompression.
- OsteonecrosisDr. Papatheodorou isAdvanced. Learn about Osteonecrosis.
- OsteotomyDr. Papatheodorou isAdvanced. Learn about Osteotomy.
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- ArthritisDr. Papatheodorou isExperienced. Learn about Arthritis.
- Bone GraftDr. Papatheodorou isExperienced. Learn about Bone Graft.
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Papatheodorou isExperienced. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Papatheodorou isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- RhizarthrosisDr. Papatheodorou isExperienced. Learn about Rhizarthrosis.