Matthew T. Starr
Expertise in
6
conditions
Expertise in
6
conditions
532 South Aiken Avenue, Suite 300, 
Pittsburgh, PA 

Overview

Matthew Starr, MD, is certified in neurology and vascular neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is interim director of the UPMC Stroke Institute, director of the Vascular Neurology Fellowship, and an assistant professor of Neurology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He is also director of the Comprehensive Stroke Centers at UPMC Presbyterian and UPMC Mercy, working with large multidisciplinary groups to provide quality stroke care for patients with ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke. He received his medical degree from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine and completed his residency and fellowship at UPMC.Dr. Starr’s clinical and research interests include ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, focusing on cryptogenic stroke. He has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, and American Heart Association/American Stroke Association.View the full list of Dr. Starr’s publications on PubMed.https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Starr%2C+Matthew.

Dr. Starr is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Apoplexy, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

University Of New Mexico

Residency

University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

Specialties

Neurology

Licenses

Vascular Neurology in PA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology
American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology

Fellowships

University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside
Heritage Valley Beaver
Upmc Passavant
The Washington Hospital
Upmc Mercy

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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Locations

UPMC Neurological Institute - Shadyside
532 South Aiken Avenue, Suite 300, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Other Locations
UPMC Department of Neurology Mercy
1350 Locust Street, Suite 100, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
UPMC Neurological Institute - Mercy
1350 Locust Street, Suite 311, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

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.


4 Clinical Trials

Carotid Revascularization and Medical Management for Asymptomatic Carotid Stenosis Trial
AtRial Cardiopathy and Antithrombotic Drugs In Prevention After Cryptogenic Stroke
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MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Matthew T. Starr is classified as an Distinguished expert for Stroke, 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. Matthew T. Starr specialize in?

While Dr. Matthew T. Starr is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Stroke, Apoplexy, and Thrombectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.

Does Dr. Matthew T. Starr participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Matthew T. Starr has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Stroke. You can view a list of Dr. Matthew T. Starr's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

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Dr. Matthew T. Starr accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-717-2699 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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