Overview
Richard Fortunato is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Dr. Fortunato is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Encopresis, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Ileostomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Fortunato is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
320 E North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
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. Richard A. Fortunato
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Richard A. Fortunato?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Richard A. Fortunato by calling their office at 412-359-3901. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Richard A. Fortunato a top-rated expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Richard A. Fortunato is classified as an Distinguished expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer, 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. Richard A. Fortunato specialize in?
While Dr. Richard A. Fortunato is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, and Encopresis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Richard A. Fortunato participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Richard A. Fortunato has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Richard A. Fortunato's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Richard A. Fortunato accept my insurance?
Dr. Richard A. Fortunato accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-359-3901 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Fortunato isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Advanced
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Fortunato isAdvanced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- EncopresisDr. Fortunato isAdvanced. Learn about Encopresis.
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Fortunato isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- HemorrhoidectomyDr. Fortunato isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhoidectomy.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Fortunato isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- ProctitisDr. Fortunato isAdvanced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Experienced
- Anal CancerDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Anal FissureDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- Anorectal AbscessDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Anorectal Abscess.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- Colorectal PolypsDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Polyps.
- ColostomyDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Colostomy.
- Congenital Generalized FibromatosisDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Generalized Fibromatosis.
- Desmoid TumorDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Desmoid Tumor.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Epithelioid SarcomaDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Epithelioid Sarcoma.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- FibrosarcomaDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Fibrosarcoma.
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- Gastrointestinal PerforationDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Perforation.
- Genital WartsDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Genital Warts.
- HerniaDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Hernia.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- IleostomyDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Ileostomy.
- Infantile MyofibromatosisDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Infantile Myofibromatosis.
- Levator SyndromeDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Levator Syndrome.
- LiposarcomaDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Liposarcoma.
- MesenchymomaDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Mesenchymoma.
- Mesenteric Venous ThrombosisDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis.
- Myxoid LiposarcomaDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Myxoid Liposarcoma.
- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
- Rectal ProlapseDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Rectal Prolapse.
- Retroperitoneal InflammationDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Inflammation.
- Rhabdomyosarcoma EmbryonalDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal.
- UreteroscopyDr. Fortunato isExperienced. Learn about Ureteroscopy.
