
Overview
Patricia Wheeler, MD, is a geneticist at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. She is board certified in medical genetics and in pediatrics.Dr. Wheeler earned her medical degree, as well as an MS degree in medical and molecular genetics, from Indiana University School of Medicine. She completed a pediatric residency at Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health. She also completed a residency and fellowship in medical and molecular genetics at Indiana University. Dr. Wheeler is a fellow of the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics.Prior to joining Orlando Health Arnold Palmer in 2004, Dr. Wheeler worked as an attending geneticist at New England Medical Center, Boston, and as a genetic consultant for numerous hospitals in Massachusetts. She also served as director of the medical genetics residency program for three years at Tufts Medical Center in Boston.Dr. Wheeler is an active researcher and lecturer in the field of genetics and has had many genetics-related articles published in medical journals. She is a member of the American Society of Human Genetics.
Dr. Wheeler is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Increased Head Circumference, Microcephaly, Micrognathia, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Dr. Wheeler is board certified in American Board Of Medical Genetics and American Board Of Pediatrics. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 45 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Wheeler is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
60 W. Gore St., 2nd Floor, Orlando, FL 32806
7243 Della Dr., 2nd Floor, Suite G, Orlando, FL 32819
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Patricia G. Wheeler
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Patricia G. Wheeler?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Patricia G. Wheeler by calling their office at 407-648-7802. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Patricia G. Wheeler a top-rated expert for Increased Head Circumference?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Patricia G. Wheeler is classified as an Distinguished expert for Increased Head Circumference, 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. Patricia G. Wheeler specialize in?
While Dr. Patricia G. Wheeler is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Increased Head Circumference, Microcephaly, and Micrognathia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Patricia G. Wheeler participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Patricia G. Wheeler has published 45 articles and abstracts on conditions like Increased Head Circumference. You can view a list of Dr. Patricia G. Wheeler's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Patricia G. Wheeler accept my insurance?
Dr. Patricia G. Wheeler accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 407-648-7802 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Increased Head CircumferenceDr. Wheeler isDistinguished. Learn about Increased Head Circumference.
- Advanced
- Autism Spectrum DisorderDr. Wheeler isAdvanced. Learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- HypotoniaDr. Wheeler isAdvanced. Learn about Hypotonia.
- MicrocephalyDr. Wheeler isAdvanced. Learn about Microcephaly.
- MicrognathiaDr. Wheeler isAdvanced. Learn about Micrognathia.
- Experienced
- Achalasia Microcephaly SyndromeDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome.
- Cantu SyndromeDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Cantu Syndrome.
- Cardiofaciocutaneous SyndromeDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Cardiofaciocutaneous Syndrome.
- CHARGE SyndromeDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about CHARGE Syndrome.
- ChondrodystrophyDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Chondrodystrophy.
- Delayed GrowthDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Delayed Growth.
- Developmental Dysphasia FamilialDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Developmental Dysphasia Familial.
- Early Infantile Epileptic EncephalopathyDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy.
- Familial Short Stature (FSS)Dr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Familial Short Stature (FSS).
- Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
- Hemi 3 SyndromeDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Hemi 3 Syndrome.
- HypospadiasDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Hypospadias.
- Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS)Dr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS).
- Koolen De Vries SyndromeDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Koolen De Vries Syndrome.
- Marshall-Smith SyndromeDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Marshall-Smith Syndrome.
- Megalencephaly-Capillary Malformation Syndrome
- Microcephaly Deafness SyndromeDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Microcephaly Deafness Syndrome.
- NeurofibromatosisDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis.
- Perlman SyndromeDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Perlman Syndrome.
- PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth SpectrumDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum.
- Pompe DiseaseDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Pompe Disease.
- Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD)Dr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD).
- RASopathiesDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about RASopathies.
- Short Stature (Growth Disorders)Dr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Short Stature (Growth Disorders).
- Simpson-Golabi-Behmel SyndromeDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Simpson-Golabi-Behmel Syndrome.
- Sunken FontanellesDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Sunken Fontanelles.
- Wildervanck SyndromeDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Wildervanck Syndrome.
- Williams SyndromeDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Williams Syndrome.
- Wolf-Hirschhorn SyndromeDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome.

