The Medical Toxicology Outpatient Clinic at UPMC Presbyterian evaluates and treats people with effects from animal envenomations, drug and chemical exposures, and environmental hazards at work or home.
We are a consult only clinic that will provide a treatment plan in conjunction with your primary care physician.
For cases like carbon monoxide poisoning or acid burns, your doctor can quickly refer you to the clinic for further care.
In less obvious cases, your doctor may refer you to:
We welcome primary care doctors to call to help decide if a patient needs care in our clinic.
Our clinic is in UPMC Presbyterian’s Emergency Department:
200 Lothrop Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Clinic director: Michael Abesamis, MD
Valet parking is available at the entrance of UPMC Presbyterian for no extra fee. You will only need to pay the parking garage rate.
The medical toxicology clinic requires:
Records from your medical providers may be faxed to the clinic at 412-864-3993.
For all other questions, you can reach us at 412-864-5382 or medicaltoxicology@upmc.edu
The clinic accepts most health insurance plans. If you have questions or concerns about coverage or payment, contact us.
Before your first visit, we will mail you an occupational and medical history form. Please bring the completed form and any other medical records with you.
If you had exposure to any chemicals, bring a list along with their Safety Data Sheets, if available.