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 clinical expertise encompasses Fibromyalgia, Chronic Pain, and Traumatic Brain Injury.
Dr. Pappolla is board certified in Neurology, Neuropathology, Clinical Pathology, Anatomic Pathology, and Pain Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 34 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Pappolla is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
2646 S Loop W Ste 106, Houston, TX 77054
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. Miguel Pappolla
Is Dr. Miguel Pappolla a top-rated expert for Fibromyalgia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Miguel 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 Pappolla specialize in?
While Dr. Miguel Pappolla is a Pain Medicine, 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 Pain Medicine.
Does Dr. Miguel Pappolla participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Miguel Pappolla has published 34 articles and abstracts on conditions like Fibromyalgia. You can view a list of Dr. Miguel 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 Pappolla accept my insurance?
Dr. Miguel Pappolla accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Traumatic Brain InjuryDr. Pappolla isExperienced. Learn about Traumatic Brain Injury.