Overview
Dr. Shope joined the faculty of Department of Pediatrics, Division of General Academic Pediatrics, in 2011. Previously, he served 21 years in the U.S. Navy, retiring at the rank of Captain. His significant roles included associate and pediatric residency program director from 2000-2008 at the Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Va. and the Specialty Advisor to the Navy Surgeon General from 2008-2011. As the Specialty Advisor, he managed and mentored the Navy’s 150 pediatricians stationed across the world and advised the Navy on child health policy.
Dr. Shope is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Malnutrition, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastric Bypass.
Dr. Shope is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 20 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Shope is currently accepting new patients.
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations
108 Penn Plaza, Turtle Creek, PA 15145
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.
The Paul C. Gaffney Division Of Pediatric Hospital Medicine
Catherine Forster, MD, specializes in pediatric hospital medicine and is board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. She is affiliated with UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. Dr. Forster received her medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College and completed her residency at Boston Children's Hospital, followed by a fellowship at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Forster is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children and Asthma in Children. Dr. Forster is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics . Dr. Forster is currently accepting new patients.
UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
Nader Shaikh, MD, MPH, is a professor of pediatrics and clinical and translational Science at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in the Division of General Academic Pediatrics. Dr. Shaikh is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Otitis Media with Effusion, Streptococcal Group A Infection, and Myringotomy. Dr. Shaikh is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Shaikh is currently accepting new patients.
Office
Patrick Kochanek is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kochanek is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Traumatic Brain Injury, Cerebral Hypoxia, High Blood Pressure in Infants, Hypertension, and Thrombectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Timothy R. Shope
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Timothy R. Shope?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Timothy R. Shope by calling their office at 412-816-3960. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Timothy R. Shope a top-rated expert for Sleeve Gastrectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Timothy R. Shope is classified as an Distinguished expert for Sleeve Gastrectomy, 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. Timothy R. Shope specialize in?
While Dr. Timothy R. Shope is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Sleeve Gastrectomy, Gastric Bypass, and Malnutrition. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Timothy R. Shope participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Timothy R. Shope has published 20 articles and abstracts on conditions like Sleeve Gastrectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Timothy R. Shope's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Timothy R. Shope accept my insurance?
Dr. Timothy R. Shope accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and CareSource. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-816-3960 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Gastric BypassDr. Shope isDistinguished. Learn about Gastric Bypass.
- Sleeve GastrectomyDr. Shope isDistinguished. Learn about Sleeve Gastrectomy.
- Advanced
- MalnutritionDr. Shope isAdvanced. Learn about Malnutrition.
- Experienced
- EndoscopyDr. Shope isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Shope isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).