Overview
Russell Traister, MD, PhD is a pediatric allergy/immunology specialist at AHN Pediatric Institute. He specializes in the treatment of allergies, asthma, and vocal cord dysfunction. He also provides rush immunotherapy to quickly desensitize patients to harmful allergens. He sees adult patients. Dr. Traister earned his medical degree at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He completed a residency at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and completed his fellowship, within the same health system, at Children’s Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Traister is a published author of numerous articles and papers, has presented several research abstracts, and has given presentations around the country.
Dr. Traister is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Asthma, Anaphylaxis, and Exercise-Induced Anaphylaxis (EIA).
Dr. Traister is board certified in American Board Of Allergy And Immunology - Allergy And Immunology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 15 peer reviewed articles.
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969 Greentree Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15220
4815 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Russell S. Traister
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Russell S. Traister?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Russell S. Traister by calling their office at 412-578-4003. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Russell S. Traister a top-rated expert for Vocal Cord Dysfunction?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Russell S. Traister is classified as an Distinguished expert for Vocal Cord Dysfunction, 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. Russell S. Traister specialize in?
While Dr. Russell S. Traister is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.
Does Dr. Russell S. Traister participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Russell S. Traister has published 15 articles and abstracts on conditions like Vocal Cord Dysfunction. You can view a list of Dr. Russell S. Traister's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Russell S. Traister accept my insurance?
Dr. Russell S. Traister accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-578-4003 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Vocal Cord DysfunctionDr. Traister isDistinguished. Learn about Vocal Cord Dysfunction.
- Advanced
- AsthmaDr. Traister isAdvanced. Learn about Asthma.
- Experienced
- Acute Eosinophilic PneumoniaDr. Traister isExperienced. Learn about Acute Eosinophilic Pneumonia.
- Allergic RhinitisDr. Traister isExperienced. Learn about Allergic Rhinitis.
- AnaphylaxisDr. Traister isExperienced. Learn about Anaphylaxis.
- AngioedemaDr. Traister isExperienced. Learn about Angioedema.
- Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU)Dr. Traister isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU).
- Exercise-Induced Anaphylaxis (EIA)Dr. Traister isExperienced. Learn about Exercise-Induced Anaphylaxis (EIA).