Expertise in
15
conditions

Dr. Sashank R. Prasad

Neurology
3737 Market Street, 8th Floor, 
Philadelphia, PA 
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Expertise in
15
conditions
3737 Market Street, 8th Floor, 
Philadelphia, PA 

Overview

Sashank Prasad is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Dr. Prasad is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Susac Syndrome, Optic Neuritis, Stroke, Gastrostomy, and Stent Placement.

Dr. Prasad is board certified in Neurology, 2008. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 105 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Prasad is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Neurology

Licenses

Psychiatry & Neurology in PA

Board Certifications

Neurology, 2008

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania
Chester County Hospital
Pennsylvania Hospital
Penn Presbyterian Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
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BMC HealthNet
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Cigna
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Commonwealth Care Alliance
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Provider Partners Health Plan
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UnitedHealthcare
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UPMC
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Wellcare
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Locations

Penn Neurology University City
3737 Market Street, 8th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Other Locations
Penn Neuroscience Center - Neurology
3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19104

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.

1 Clinical Trials

Randomized Trial of Medical Therapy (MT) vs. MT Plus Optic Nerve Sheath Fenestration vs. MT Plus Ventriculoperitoneal Cerebrospinal Fluid Shunting in Subjects With Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension and Moderate to Severe Visual Loss
Randomized Trial of Medical Therapy (MT) vs. MT Plus Optic Nerve Sheath Fenestration vs. MT Plus Ventriculoperitoneal Cerebrospinal Fluid Shunting in Subjects With Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension and Moderate to Severe Visual Loss
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: June 16, 2022
Intervention Type: Drug, Procedure
Study Phase: Phase 3

105 Total Publications

Pearls & Oy-sters: Attacks of Hemiplegic Migraine and Encephalopathy in SLC4A4 Pathogenic Variants.
Pearls & Oy-sters: Attacks of Hemiplegic Migraine and Encephalopathy in SLC4A4 Pathogenic Variants.
Journal: Neurology
Published: October 06, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sashank R. Prasad

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Is Dr. Sashank R. Prasad a top-rated expert for Susac Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sashank R. Prasad is classified as an Distinguished expert for Susac Syndrome, 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. Sashank R. Prasad specialize in?

While Dr. Sashank R. Prasad is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Susac Syndrome, Optic Neuritis, and Stroke. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.

Does Dr. Sashank R. Prasad participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Sashank R. Prasad has published 105 articles and abstracts on conditions like Susac Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Sashank R. Prasad's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Sashank R. Prasad accept my insurance?

Dr. Sashank R. Prasad accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-789-7366 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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