Overview
Nikiforos Ballian is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles.
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200 Lothrop St, 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. Nikiforos Ballian
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nikiforos Ballian?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nikiforos Ballian by calling their office at 412-647-7555. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Nikiforos Ballian a top-rated expert for Pancreaticoduodenectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nikiforos Ballian is classified as an Experienced expert for Pancreaticoduodenectomy, 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. Nikiforos Ballian specialize in?
While Dr. Nikiforos Ballian is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Pancreaticoduodenectomy, Pancreatectomy, and Mastectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Nikiforos Ballian participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Nikiforos Ballian has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pancreaticoduodenectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Nikiforos Ballian's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Areas of Expertise
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- MastectomyDr. Ballian isExperienced. Learn about Mastectomy.
- PancreatectomyDr. Ballian isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Ballian isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Ballian isExperienced. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.