Expertise in
1
conditions
Expertise in
1
conditions
UPMC Presbyterian
200 Lothrop St, 
Pittsburgh, PA 

Overview

William Shuman is a Neurosurgery provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Shuman is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Chiari Malformation, Spinal Fusion, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 32 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Neurosurgery

Licenses

Neurological Surgery in PA

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Gateway Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO

Locations

UPMC Presbyterian
200 Lothrop St, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Other Locations
Office
3600 Forbes Ave Ste 140, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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. William Shuman

How do I make an appointment with Dr. William Shuman?

You can book an appointment with Dr. William Shuman by calling their office at 412-647-3685. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. William Shuman a top-rated expert for Spinal Fusion?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. William Shuman is classified as an Advanced expert for Spinal Fusion, 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. William Shuman specialize in?

While Dr. William Shuman is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Spinal Fusion, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.

Does Dr. William Shuman participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. William Shuman has published 32 articles and abstracts on conditions like Spinal Fusion. You can view a list of Dr. William Shuman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. William Shuman accept my insurance?

Dr. William Shuman accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and Gateway Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-647-3685 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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