
Overview
Dr. Gardner is the Peter J. Jannetta Endowed Chair of neurological surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and director of the Center for Skull Base Surgery. He specializes in endoscopic endonasal skull base surgery, pituitary tumors, Neuroendoport brain surgery, and vascular neurosurgery.
Dr. Gardner is highly rated in 60 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chordoma, Pituitary Tumor, Meningioma, Nerve Decompression, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery.
Dr. Gardner is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 466 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Gardner is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
200 Lothrop Street, A402 UPMC Presbyterian, 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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UPMC Neurological Institute - Presbyterian
Dr. Lunsford is the Lars Leksell Professor and Distinguished Professor of neurological surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He is also the director of the Center for Image-Guided Neurosurgery and the Residency Training Program at UPMC. Dr. Lunsford is highly rated in 55 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Thalamotomy. Dr. Lunsford is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.
UPMC Neurosurgery Hillman Cancer Center
Dr. Zinn is assistant professor of neurological surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and associate director of the Adult Neurosurgical Oncology Program. He specializes in neurosurgical oncology.Dr. Zinn received his medical degree from the University of Zurich in Switzerland and received his PhD from the University of Lausanne. He completed his neurosurgery residency at Baylor College of Medicine and MD Anderson Cancer Center. He then completed a fellowship at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School.In addition to his clinical focus in neuro-oncology, Dr. Zinn’s research focuses on patient-centered care for brain and spinal tumors. Utilizing humanoid brain organoid cancer models, Dr. Zinn simulates the patient’s tumor condition in the laboratory and studies the origins of how the tumor forms and how tumors can be treated using tumor genetics precision approaches. Furthermore, Dr. Zinn is developing personalized biologically-adaptable and patient-tailored, virus-based therapies for brain cancer.Pascal Zinn, MD, PhD, specializes in surgical oncology and neurosurgery. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Neurological Surgery and is affiliated with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Shadyside. He completed his residency at Baylor College of Medicine and medical degree at University of Zurich. Dr. Zinn is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, Awake Craniotomy, and Cordotomy. Dr. Zinn is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Zinn is currently accepting new patients.
UPMC Neurological Institute - Presbyterian
Ajay Niranjan, MD, specializes in neurosurgery. He practices at the University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Neurological Surgery and is affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian. Dr. Niranjan is associate professor of neurological surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from King George’s Medical College in Lucknow, India, where he also completed his neurosurgical residency. Dr. Niranjan then completed a fellowship in image-guided neurosurgery at the University of Pittsburgh.A leading expert on stereotactic radiosurgery, Dr. Niranjan has helped develop guidelines for stereotactic radiosurgery for trigeminal neuralgia, pituitary adenomas, arteriovenous malformations, acoustic neuromas, and brain metastases.Dr. Niranjan has co-authored more than 120 articles in journals such as Neurosurgery, Journal of Neurosurgery, and Journal of Neuro-oncology; contributed more than 55 book chapters; and edited two books on stereotactic radiosurgery. Dr. Niranjan is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Schwannoma, Brain Tumor, Metastatic Brain Tumor, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Thalamotomy. Dr. Niranjan is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Paul A. Gardner
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Paul A. Gardner?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Paul A. Gardner by calling their office at 412-663-6733. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Paul A. Gardner a top-rated expert for Chordoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Paul A. Gardner is classified as an Elite expert for Chordoma, 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. Paul A. Gardner specialize in?
While Dr. Paul A. Gardner is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Chordoma, Pituitary Tumor, and Meningioma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Paul A. Gardner participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Paul A. Gardner has published 466 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chordoma. You can view a list of Dr. Paul A. Gardner's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Paul A. Gardner accept my insurance?
Dr. Paul A. Gardner accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-663-6733 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Elite
- Brain TumorDr. Gardner isElite. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Cerebrospinal Fluid LeakDr. Gardner isElite. Learn about Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak.
- ChondrosarcomaDr. Gardner isElite. Learn about Chondrosarcoma.
- ChordomaDr. Gardner isElite. Learn about Chordoma.
- CraniopharyngiomaDr. Gardner isElite. Learn about Craniopharyngioma.
- Hypothalamic TumorDr. Gardner isElite. Learn about Hypothalamic Tumor.
- MeningiomaDr. Gardner isElite. Learn about Meningioma.
- Olfactory NeuroblastomaDr. Gardner isElite. Learn about Olfactory Neuroblastoma.
- Pituitary TumorDr. Gardner isElite. Learn about Pituitary Tumor.
- Distinguished
- Acoustic NeuromaDr. Gardner isDistinguished. Learn about Acoustic Neuroma.
- Arachnoid CystsDr. Gardner isDistinguished. Learn about Arachnoid Cysts.
- Bone TumorDr. Gardner isDistinguished. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Cushing's diseaseDr. Gardner isDistinguished. Learn about Cushing's disease.
- EncephaloceleDr. Gardner isDistinguished. Learn about Encephalocele.
- Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal SurgeryDr. Gardner isDistinguished. Learn about Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery.
- EndoscopyDr. Gardner isDistinguished. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Microvascular DecompressionDr. Gardner isDistinguished. Learn about Microvascular Decompression.
- Nerve DecompressionDr. Gardner isDistinguished. Learn about Nerve Decompression.
- Pituitary ApoplexyDr. Gardner isDistinguished. Learn about Pituitary Apoplexy.
- ProlactinomaDr. Gardner isDistinguished. Learn about Prolactinoma.
- Radiation Induced MeningiomaDr. Gardner isDistinguished. Learn about Radiation Induced Meningioma.
- Rathke Cleft CystDr. Gardner isDistinguished. Learn about Rathke Cleft Cyst.
- SchwannomaDr. Gardner isDistinguished. Learn about Schwannoma.
- Advanced
- AcromegalyDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Acromegaly.
- ApoplexyDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Balloon SinuplastyDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Balloon Sinuplasty.
- Brain AbscessDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Abscess.
- Brain AneurysmDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Aneurysm.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Cerebral Cavernous MalformationDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Cerebral Cavernous Malformation.
- Choroid Plexus CystDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Cyst.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- Diabetes Insipidus (DI)Dr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetes Insipidus (DI).
- Diencephalic SyndromeDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Diencephalic Syndrome.
- Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET)
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
- Empty Sella SyndromeDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Empty Sella Syndrome.
- Epidural AbscessDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Epidural Abscess.
- Familial PorencephalyDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Porencephaly.
- Fibrous DysplasiaDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrous Dysplasia.
- Gliomatosis CerebriDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Gliomatosis Cerebri.
- Glomus Jugulare TumorDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Glomus Jugulare Tumor.
- HydrocephalusDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Hydrocephalus.
- Increased Intracranial PressureDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Increased Intracranial Pressure.
- Isolated ACTH DeficiencyDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Isolated ACTH Deficiency.
- MeningitisDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Meningitis.
- MeningoencephaloceleDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Meningoencephalocele.
- Mondini DysplasiaDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Mondini Dysplasia.
- Neural Crest TumorDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Neural Crest Tumor.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- NeurofibromatosisDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis.
- Neurofibromatosis Type 2 (NF2)Dr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis Type 2 (NF2).
- PorencephalyDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Porencephaly.
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- RASopathiesDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about RASopathies.
- SchizencephalyDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Schizencephaly.
- Sinus CancerDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Sinus Cancer.
- StrokeDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Stroke.
- Subarachnoid HemorrhageDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.
- Subdural HematomaDr. Gardner isAdvanced. Learn about Subdural Hematoma.
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- Acromegaloid Facial Appearance SyndromeDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Acromegaloid Facial Appearance Syndrome.
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- AstrocytomaDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)Dr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT).
- Awake CraniotomyDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Awake Craniotomy.
- Brain HerniationDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Brain Herniation.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.
- Cerebellum Agenesis HydrocephalyDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Cerebral Artery Bypass SurgeryDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery.
- Chiari MalformationDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation.
- Chiari Malformation Type 1Dr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 1.
- Chiari Malformation Type 2Dr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 2.
- Choroid Plexus PapillomaDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Papilloma.
- Congenital Cardiovascular ShuntDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt.
- Cowden SyndromeDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Cowden Syndrome.
- Crouzon SyndromeDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Crouzon Syndrome.
- DeliriumDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Delirium.
- EpendymomaDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Ependymoma.
- Epidural HematomaDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Epidural Hematoma.
- EpilepsyDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy.
- Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass SurgeryDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery.
- Gamma Knife RadiosurgeryDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.
- GastrostomyDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- GlioblastomaDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Glioblastoma.
- GliomaDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Glioma.
- GliosarcomaDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Gliosarcoma.
- Glomus Tympanum TumorDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Glomus Tympanum Tumor.
- HemangiomaDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Hemangioma.
- HemangiopericytomaDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Hemangiopericytoma.
- Hypertrichosis-Acromegaloid Facial Appearance Syndrome
- Hypothalamic HamartomasDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Hypothalamic Hamartomas.
- Legius SyndromeDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Legius Syndrome.
- Linear Nevus Sebaceous SyndromeDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Linear Nevus Sebaceous Syndrome.
- Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath TumorDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor.
- MeningoceleDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Meningocele.
- Metastatic Brain TumorDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Brain Tumor.
- Moyamoya DiseaseDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Moyamoya Disease.
- MyelomeningoceleDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Myelomeningocele.
- Nelson SyndromeDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Nelson Syndrome.
- NeuralgiaDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Neuralgia.
- NeuroepitheliomaDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Neuroepithelioma.
- Normal Pressure HydrocephalusDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus.
- OligodendrogliomaDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Oligodendroglioma.
- Optic GliomaDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Optic Glioma.
- OsteotomyDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Osteotomy.
- Pallister-Hall SyndromeDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Pallister-Hall Syndrome.
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)Dr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).
- Peutz-Jeghers SyndromeDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome.
- Phacomatosis PigmentokeratoticaDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Phacomatosis Pigmentokeratotica.
- Phacomatosis PigmentovascularisDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Phacomatosis Pigmentovascularis.
- PicaDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Pica.
- Primary Basilar ImpressionDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Primary Basilar Impression.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)Dr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET).
- Pseudotumor Cerebri SyndromeDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome.
- RhizotomyDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Rhizotomy.
- SeizuresDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Seizures.
- SeptoplastyDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Septoplasty.
- Spinal TumorDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Tumor.
- Sturge-Weber SyndromeDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Sturge-Weber Syndrome.
- SubependymomaDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Subependymoma.
- ThrombophlebitisDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Thrombophlebitis.
- Tieche-Jadassohn NevusDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Tieche-Jadassohn Nevus.
- Tissue BiopsyDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Tissue Biopsy.
- Trigeminal NeuralgiaDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Trigeminal Neuralgia.
- TurbinectomyDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Turbinectomy.
- Von Hippel-Lindau (VHL) SyndromeDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Von Hippel-Lindau (VHL) Syndrome.


