Dr. Yong G. Hwang
Overview
Yong Gil Hwang, MD, specializes in rheumatology and is certified in rheumatology, internal medicine, and geriatric medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology and is affiliated with UPMC St. Margaret and UPMC East. He completed his residency at University of Texas Medical Branch-Galveston, residency at University of Ulsan College of Medicine Asan Medical Center, and medical degree at University of Ulsan College of Medicine Asan Medical Center.
His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Sjogren Syndrome, Osteoporosis, and Arthritis.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
4448 Old William Penn Highway, Suite 200, Murrysville, PA 15668
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.
UPMC Arthritis And Autoimmunity Center
Chester V. Oddis, MD is a noted researcher in the clinical, epidemiological and serologic description of the idiopathic inflammatory myopathies. He has completed epidemiological studies on the incidence of polymyositis and dermatomyositis as well as longitudinal studies on functional disability in myositis patients. His focus has been in the autoantibody patterns in patients with inflammatory myopathy and their peculiar immunogenetic associations.Dr. Oddis has written extensively on the diagnosis and management of patients with myositis. He has published and lectured on the use of novel immunosuppressive agents such as tacrolimus (formerly FK506) in the treatment of patients with refractory myositis. This represents the only reported experience of this particular drug in the pharmacologic treatment of inflammatory myopathy. In collaboration with the Department of Neurology, he has assessed the efficacy and utility of outpatient needle muscle biopsy in the diagnosis of inflammatory myopathy. This is important given the cost-containment focus of the current health-care market.Dr. Oddis is the co-investigator on an important national NIH funded study on the efficacy of doxycycline in preventing the progression of knee osteoarthritis in middle-aged women. This study is the first of its kind in assessing the effect of a disease-modifying agent in osteoarthritis.Board certified in internal medicine and rheumatology, Dr. Oddis received his medical degree from Pennsylvania State University, Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and his undergraduate degree from the University of Pittsburgh. He completed his residency in internal medicine at Penn State and fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Oddis is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Dermatomyositis, Myositis, Polymyositis, and Antisynthetase Syndrome.
UPMC Presbyterian
Dr. Rohit Aggarwal, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Aggarwal has extensive experience in Rheumatologic Muscular Diseases, Osteoporosis & Screening, and Arthritis & Arthropathy. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Upmc East and Upmc Northwest. Dr. Aggarwal is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Myositis, Dermatomyositis, Polymyositis, and Antisynthetase Syndrome.
UPMC St. Margaret Rheumatology
Robyn Domsic, MD, specializes in rheumatology and is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology and is affiliated with UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Mercy. She completed her medical degree at University of Iowa College of Medicine. Dr. Domsic is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Raynaud Phenomenon, and Scleroma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Yong G. Hwang
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Yong G. Hwang?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Yong G. Hwang by calling their office at 412-858-0338. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Yong G. Hwang a top-rated expert for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Yong G. Hwang is classified as an Experienced expert for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), 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. Yong G. Hwang specialize in?
While Dr. Yong G. Hwang is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Sjogren Syndrome, and Osteoporosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.
Does Dr. Yong G. Hwang participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Yong G. Hwang has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). You can view a list of Dr. Yong G. Hwang's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Yong G. Hwang accept my insurance?
Dr. Yong G. Hwang accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-858-0338 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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