Dr. Robert M. Handzel
Overview
Robert Handzel is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Dr. Handzel is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia and Gallbladder Removal.
Dr. Handzel is board certified in American Board Of Surgery , American Board Of Surgery , and American Board Of Preventive Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 26 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
200 Lothrop Street, 613 Scaife Hall, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
200 Lothrop Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
3601 5th Avenue, Suite 6B, 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. Robert M. Handzel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Robert M. Handzel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Robert M. Handzel by calling their office at 412-647-3136. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Robert M. Handzel a top-rated expert for Hernia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Robert M. Handzel is classified as an Advanced expert for Hernia, 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. Handzel specialize in?
While Dr. Robert M. Handzel is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Gallbladder Removal. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Robert M. Handzel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Robert M. Handzel has published 26 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hernia. You can view a list of Dr. Robert M. Handzel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Robert M. Handzel accept my insurance?
Dr. Robert M. Handzel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-647-3136 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
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- HerniaDr. Handzel isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia.
- Experienced
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Handzel isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.