Dr. Luis Fernandez
Overview
Dr. Luis Fernandez is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Child Neurology. He completed is medical training the in the Dominican Republic (Pontificia Universidad Catholica Madre y Maestra) and did a post-doctoral research fellowship in the adult neuro-ICU of Columbia University Medical Center in New York City. He completed his pediatric residency, child neurology residency and clinical neurophysiology fellowship at Childrenís Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC and joined the child neurology faculty in 2016. His research interests include electroencephalographic predictors in critical ill children and critical care neurology. As a specialist in Child Neurology, Division of Epilepsy, he provides clinical care for inpatients and outpatients in the Division of Child Neurology.
His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), Seizures, and Deep Brain Stimulation.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
625 Kent Avenue, Cumberland, MD 21502
3580 Peach Street, Suite 100, Erie, PA 16508
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 Neurological Institute - Stroke Center
Riaz Janjua, MD, specializes in neurology and is board certified in neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He practices at UPMC Western MD Specialty Services - Neurology. Dr. Janjua completed his residency at St Vincent Hospital of New York and medical education at King Edward Medical College. Dr. Janjua is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Dravet Syndrome, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Epilepsy.
UPMC Neurological Institute - Stroke Center
Diane F. Thomas, MD, specializes in Neurology and is certified in Epilepsy and Neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Thomas received her medical education from Wake Forest School of Medicine, completed her residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center/Icahn School of Medicine, and pursued fellowships at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and the University of Maryland Medical Center. Dr. Thomas is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Partial Familial Epilepsy, Partial Seizure, and Epilepsy.
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Mark Landrio is a Neurologist in Winchester, Virginia. Dr. Landrio is highly rated in 60 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Restless Legs Syndrome, and Migraine.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Luis Fernandez
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Luis Fernandez?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Luis Fernandez by calling their office at 412-692-5520. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Luis Fernandez a top-rated expert for Epilepsy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Luis Fernandez is classified as an Experienced expert for Epilepsy, 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. Luis Fernandez specialize in?
While Dr. Luis Fernandez is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Epilepsy, Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), and Seizures. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Luis Fernandez participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Luis Fernandez has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Epilepsy. You can view a list of Dr. Luis Fernandez's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Luis Fernandez accept my insurance?
Dr. Luis Fernandez accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-692-5520 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Deep Brain StimulationDr. Fernandez isExperienced. Learn about Deep Brain Stimulation.
- EpilepsyDr. Fernandez isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy.
- Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS)Dr. Fernandez isExperienced. Learn about Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS).
- SeizuresDr. Fernandez isExperienced. Learn about Seizures.