Overview
Marc Difazio is a Pediatric Neurologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Difazio is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, Tourette Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and Landau-Kleffner Syndrome.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 11 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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111 Michigan Ave NW, Washington, DC 20010
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.
The Kennedy Krieger Institute
Dr. Comi graduated from SUNY Buffalo School of Medicine and received her training in pediatrics at the Children's Hospital of Buffalo and her child neurology training at Johns Hopkins Medicine. Her clinical specialization is in the treatment of the neurological aspects of Sturge-Weber syndrome and other disorders related to capillary malformation. Dr. Comi's clinical research interests focus on improving the early diagnosis and treatment of brain involvement in Sturge-Weber syndrome in order to prevent ischemic brain injury in affected infants and young children, and on studies to understand what causes Sturge-Weber syndrome. Her laboratory research work deals with the pathogenesis of Sturge-Weber syndrome, recently shown to be caused by a somatic mutation, and on developing new drug targets, screening assays, models and therapeutic strategies for Sturge-Weber syndrome. Her lab group also works on developing better neuroprotective and neuroregenerative responses to brain injury resulting from impaired blood flow to the brain. Dr. Comi is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Sturge-Weber Syndrome, Parkes Weber Syndrome, Stork Bite, Epilepsy in Children, and Endovascular Embolization.
Children's National Hospital
Diana Bharucha is a Pediatric Neurologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Bharucha is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Giant Axonal Neuropathy, Dysferlinopathy, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, and Miyoshi Myopathy.
Children's National Hospital
Maria Acosta is a Pediatric Neurologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Acosta is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are GM1 Gangliosidosis, Neurofibromatosis, Sandhoff Disease, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Marc Difazio
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Marc Difazio?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Marc Difazio by calling their office at 888-884-2327. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Marc Difazio a top-rated expert for Benign Rolandic Epilepsy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Marc Difazio is classified as an Advanced expert for Benign Rolandic 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. Marc Difazio specialize in?
While Dr. Marc Difazio is a Pediatric Neurology, they have specific expertise in Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, Tourette Syndrome, and Cerebral Palsy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Neurology.
Does Dr. Marc Difazio participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Marc Difazio has published 11 articles and abstracts on conditions like Benign Rolandic Epilepsy. You can view a list of Dr. Marc Difazio's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Marc Difazio accept my insurance?
Dr. Marc Difazio accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 888-884-2327 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Benign Rolandic EpilepsyDr. Difazio isAdvanced. Learn about Benign Rolandic Epilepsy.
- Cerebral PalsyDr. Difazio isAdvanced. Learn about Cerebral Palsy.
- Tourette SyndromeDr. Difazio isAdvanced. Learn about Tourette Syndrome.
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- Alternating Hemiplegia of ChildhoodDr. Difazio isExperienced. Learn about Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood.
- AphantasiaDr. Difazio isExperienced. Learn about Aphantasia.
- ApraxiaDr. Difazio isExperienced. Learn about Apraxia.
- Autism Spectrum DisorderDr. Difazio isExperienced. Learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder.