Overview
Tala Achkar is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Her clinical expertise encompasses ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Pulmonary Embolism, Antiphospholipid Syndrome, and Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC).
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles.
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Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
Locations
1000 Bower Hill Rd Ste 7800, Pittsburgh, PA 15243
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.
Classical Hematology
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Upmc Division Of Surgical Oncology
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Classical Hematology
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Tala Achkar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Tala Achkar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Tala Achkar by calling their office at 412-831-1320. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Tala Achkar a top-rated expert for ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Tala Achkar is classified as an Experienced expert for ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung 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. Tala Achkar specialize in?
While Dr. Tala Achkar is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Pulmonary Embolism, and Antiphospholipid Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.
Does Dr. Tala Achkar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Tala Achkar has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Tala Achkar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Tala Achkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Tala Achkar accepts most major insurance plans, including Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-831-1320 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.
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- Experienced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Achkar isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- AnemiaDr. Achkar isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Antiphospholipid SyndromeDr. Achkar isExperienced. Learn about Antiphospholipid Syndrome.
- Deep Vein ThrombosisDr. Achkar isExperienced. Learn about Deep Vein Thrombosis.
- Essential ThrombocythemiaDr. Achkar isExperienced. Learn about Essential Thrombocythemia.
- Muscle Invasive Bladder CancerDr. Achkar isExperienced. Learn about Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.
- NeurofibromatosisDr. Achkar isExperienced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis.
- Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder CancerDr. Achkar isExperienced. Learn about Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.
- Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Achkar isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Embolism.
- Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC)Dr. Achkar isExperienced. Learn about Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC).