Overview
Dr. Pappolla is Board Certified in Neurology, Pain Medicine (Anesthesia Fellowship). He served as a consultant for the National Institutes of Health in the United States including being a chartered member of numerous study sections for over 25 years. He served as a full professor or faculty at several top medical schools (LSU New Orleans, Mount Sinai Medical School in New York City, University of Texas) where he taught Neurosciences to medical students and medical residents for over 20 years. Currently, he holds a hybrid academic-private practice position in the Houston area. Dr. Pappolla's training included 3 complete medical residencies and 2 fellowships (Neurology, Clinical Pathology, Anatomic Pathology, Neuropathology, Pain Medicine), a PhD in human aging with a postdoc/sabbatical in molecular biology followed by over almost 30 years of academic and private practice experience. He holds active board certifications in these 5 areas (Neurology, Clinical Pathology, Anatomic Pathology, Neurology, Pain Medicine). Some of his research work is cited in several thousand textbooks worldwide, with many papers reaching from 300 to over 1000 citations in peer-reviewed journals.
His top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Chronic Pain, and Traumatic Brain Injury.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 34 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
2646 S Loop West Ste 106, Houston, TX 77054
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Pappolla has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Miguel A. Pappolla
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Miguel A. Pappolla?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Miguel A. Pappolla by calling their office at 713-661-0300. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Miguel A. Pappolla a top-rated expert for Fibromyalgia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Miguel A. Pappolla is classified as an Experienced expert for Fibromyalgia, 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. Miguel A. Pappolla specialize in?
While Dr. Miguel A. Pappolla is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Fibromyalgia, Chronic Pain, and Traumatic Brain Injury. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Miguel A. Pappolla participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Miguel A. Pappolla has published 34 articles and abstracts on conditions like Fibromyalgia. You can view a list of Dr. Miguel A. Pappolla's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Miguel A. Pappolla accept my insurance?
Dr. Miguel A. Pappolla accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-661-0300 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Chronic PainDr. Pappolla isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pain.
- FibromyalgiaDr. Pappolla isExperienced. Learn about Fibromyalgia.
- Traumatic Brain InjuryDr. Pappolla isExperienced. Learn about Traumatic Brain Injury.