Merritt L. Fajt
Expertise in
7
conditions
Expertise in
7
conditions
3601 5th Avenue, Floor 4, 
Pittsburgh, PA 

Overview

Merritt Fajt, MD, specializes in allergy and immunology and is certified in allergy and immunology by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology. She practices at UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Mercy, and UPMC East. Dr. Fajt is affiliated with University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Medicine. She completed her residency at Penn State University College of Medicine and her medical degree at Temple University School of Medicine.Dr. Fajt specializes in treating patients with asthma and immunologic disorders.

Dr. Fajt is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Asthma, Hypereosinophilic Syndrome, and Angioedema.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 66 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Temple University Lewis Katz School Of Medicine

Residency

Penn State University College of Medicine

Specialties

Allergy and Immunology

Licenses

Allergy & Immunology in PA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Allergy And Immunology

Fellowships

University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System
Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside

Languages Spoken

English
French

Gender

Female

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Locations

UPMC Pulmonary Allergy Immunology
3601 5th Avenue, Floor 4, 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.


66 Total Publications

Novel Diagnostic Approaches for Eosinophilic Lung Diseases.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Merritt L. Fajt

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Merritt L. Fajt?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Merritt L. Fajt by calling their office at 412-946-2730. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Merritt L. Fajt a top-rated expert for Vocal Cord Dysfunction?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Merritt L. Fajt is classified as an Elite expert for Vocal Cord Dysfunction, 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. Merritt L. Fajt specialize in?

While Dr. Merritt L. Fajt is a Allergy and Immunology, they have specific expertise in Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Asthma, and Hypereosinophilic Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Allergy and Immunology.

Does Dr. Merritt L. Fajt participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Merritt L. Fajt has published 66 articles and abstracts on conditions like Vocal Cord Dysfunction. You can view a list of Dr. Merritt L. Fajt's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Merritt L. Fajt accept my insurance?

Dr. Merritt L. Fajt accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-946-2730 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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