120 Lytton Avenue, Mezzanine Floor, Suite M060, 
Pittsburgh, PA 

Overview

Megana Dwarakanath, MD, specializes in pediatrics and is board certified in pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics. She practices at Pediatric Adolescent Medicine. Dr. Dwarakanath completed her medical education at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, residency at the University of New Mexico, and fellowship at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.

Her top area of expertise is Postpartum Depression.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

Residency

University of New Mexico

Specialties

Pediatrics

Board Certifications

American Board Of Pediatrics

Fellowships

University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

Languages Spoken

English
French
Kannada

Gender

Female

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Locations

Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine in Oakland
120 Lytton Avenue, Mezzanine Floor, Suite M060, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Megana Dwarakanath

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Megana Dwarakanath?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Megana Dwarakanath by calling their office at 412-692-6677. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Megana Dwarakanath a top-rated expert for Postpartum Depression?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Megana Dwarakanath is classified as an Experienced expert for Postpartum Depression, 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. Megana Dwarakanath specialize in?

While Dr. Megana Dwarakanath is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Postpartum Depression. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.

Does Dr. Megana Dwarakanath participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Megana Dwarakanath has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Postpartum Depression. You can view a list of Dr. Megana Dwarakanath's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Megana Dwarakanath accept my insurance?

Dr. Megana Dwarakanath accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-692-6677 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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