Robert M. Friedlander
Expertise in
4
conditions
Expertise in
4
conditions
200 Lothrop Street, A402 UPMC Presbyterian, 
Pittsburgh, PA 

Overview

Dr. Friedlander is the Chair of the Department of Neurological Surgery and the Walter E. Dandy Distinguished Professor of Neurological Surgery, Neurology, and Neurobiology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Clinically, he focuses on the operative management of complex cerebrovascular disorders, Chiari Malformations, and brain tumors. Before joining UPMC, Dr. Friedlander was Professor of Neurosurgery at Harvard Medical School and Vice Chair of Neurosurgery and associate director of cerebrovascular surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston.

Dr. Friedlander is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Brain Herniation, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Chiari Malformation, Awake Craniotomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Graduate Institution

Harvard Medical School

Residency

Massachusetts General Hospital - Harvard Medical School

Specialties

Neurosurgery
Infectious Disease
Pediatrics

Licenses

Neurological Surgery in MA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Neurological Surgery

Hospital Affiliations

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside
Upmc St Margaret
Upmc Passavant

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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  • HMO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Highmark
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
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  • POS
  • PPO
Medicare
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
The Health Plan
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
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Locations

UPMC Neurological Institute - Presbyterian
200 Lothrop Street, A402 UPMC Presbyterian, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Robert M. Friedlander is classified as an Advanced expert for Brain Herniation, 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. Robert M. Friedlander specialize in?

While Dr. Robert M. Friedlander is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Brain Herniation, Chiari Malformation Type 1, and Chiari Malformation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.

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Dr. Robert M. Friedlander accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and CareSource. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-794-7895 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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