Overview
Thomas Franz is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Dr. Franz is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Paraplegia, Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase (AADC) Deficiency, and Dopa-Responsive Dystonia.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
2585 Freeport Rd Ste 105, Pittsburgh, PA 15238
4727 Friendship Ave Ste 140, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
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. Thomas Franz
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas Franz?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Thomas Franz by calling their office at 412-828-4409. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Thomas Franz a top-rated expert for Drug Induced Dyskinesia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Thomas Franz is classified as an Advanced expert for Drug Induced Dyskinesia, 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. Thomas Franz specialize in?
While Dr. Thomas Franz is a Physiatry, they have specific expertise in Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Paraplegia, and Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase (AADC) Deficiency. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Physiatry.
Does Dr. Thomas Franz participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Thomas Franz has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Drug Induced Dyskinesia. You can view a list of Dr. Thomas Franz's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Thomas Franz accept my insurance?
Dr. Thomas Franz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-828-4409 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
- Advanced
- Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase (AADC) Deficiency
- Dopa-Responsive DystoniaDr. Franz isAdvanced. Learn about Dopa-Responsive Dystonia.
- Drug Induced DyskinesiaDr. Franz isAdvanced. Learn about Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
- Familial Paroxysmal Nonkinesigenic Dyskinesia
- Myoclonus-DystoniaDr. Franz isAdvanced. Learn about Myoclonus-Dystonia.
- Oppenheim DystoniaDr. Franz isAdvanced. Learn about Oppenheim Dystonia.
- Experienced
- Adrenal Insufficiency PediatricDr. Franz isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric.
- Cerebral PalsyDr. Franz isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Palsy.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Franz isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- ConcussionDr. Franz isExperienced. Learn about Concussion.
- HemiplegiaDr. Franz isExperienced. Learn about Hemiplegia.
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)Dr. Franz isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).

