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UPMC Neurology Experts

Our physicians specialize in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating the array of neurological conditions and diseases – both common and rare – and have been recognized nationally and internationally for their clinical and research expertise and innovations. Many of our faculty members and staff have national leadership positions on National Institutes of Health advisory or research review committees, and professional societies.

Our experts specialize in:

  • General Neurology
  • Epilepsy
  • Movement Disorders
  • Neuroimmunology and Multiple Sclerosis
  • Headache Medicine
  • Neuromuscular Medicine
  • Memory and Cognitive Disorders
  • Stroke and Vascular Neurology
  • Women’s Neurology
  • Sleep Medicine

To make an appointment with one of our UPMC Department of Neurology experts, please call 1-844-322-5545. 

General Neurology 

Our team of neurologists comprises experts from multiple neurologic sub-specialties, bringing together a wide range of talents, skills, and experiences. This multidisciplinary team works with providers from across UPMC’s specialties to tailor each patient’s experience. They provide advanced care here in Pittsburgh and across the region.

  • Marlene Bednar, MD
  • Carolina Cuello-Orderiz, MD
  • Meghana Gaekwad, MD
  • Robert Joshua, MD 
  • Kelly Kay, DO
  • Simin Khavandgar, MD
  • Erek Lam, MD
  • Denise Li, MD
  • Michael Matthews, MD
  • James McLaughlin, DO
  • Edward Mistler, MD
  • Alan Plotzker, MD
  • Aaron Ravelo, MD
  • Lawrence Wechsler, MD
  • Sarah Wondisford, MD
  • Marina Zaretskaya, MD
  • Richard Ferguson, MD
  • Stephanie Allien, PA-C
  • Paige Billetdeaux, CRNP 
  • Miranda Duesenberry, PA-C
  • Justin Lander, CRNP 
  • Heather Magill, CRNP 
  • Taylor Kalina Patterson, CRNP 
  • Damien Truschel, PA-C

 

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Epilepsy 

The UPMC Comprehensive Epilepsy Center is one of the most experienced and advanced epilepsy centers in the county, giving our patients access to clear-cut diagnoses and tailored treatment. We’re a level 4 epilepsy center, the highest ranking by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers. 

  • Rafeed Alkawadri, MD
  • Thandar Aung, MD
  • Anto Bagić, MD
  • James Castellano, MD 
  • Joanna Fong, MD
  • Rahiwa Gebre, MD
  • Wesley Kerr, MD
  • Page Pennell, MD  
  • Viji Rajasekaran, MD
  • Shobhit Singla, MD
  • Joseph Ta, MD
  • Carolina Cuello-Orderiz, MD
  • Alexandra Urban, MD
  • Alexus Lee Sieger, PA-C
  • Alexandra Zynewsky, CRNP
  • New Patient Epilepsy Consultation

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Movement Disorders

Our experts at the UPMC Comprehensive Movement Disorders Clinic provide advanced, individualized care for the complete range of movement disorders. UPMC’s Movement Disorders Division has been recognized as a Center for Advanced Research by the American Parkinson Disease Association, one of only eight such centers in the U.S.

  • Sarah Berman, MD, PhD
  • Edward A. Burton, MD
  • Priya Cardone, DO 
  • Lana Chahine, MD
  • J. Timothy Greenamyre, MD
  • Houman Homayoun, MD
  • Abigail Olsen, MD
  • Valerie R. Suski, DO
  • Jessica Kappel, PA-C
  • Ryan Orie, PA-C

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Neuroimmunology and Multiple Sclerosis 

Neurologists within the UPMC Neuroimmunology & Multiple Sclerosis Center provide treatment for patients at any level of multiple sclerosis severity. They are actively involved in medication research, novel therapies, and cutting-edge clinical trials.

  • Holly Appleberry, DO
  • Sachin Gadani, MD
  • Rock A. Heyman, MD
  • Cigdem Isitan, MD
  • Ingrid Loma-Miller, MD
  • Jenny Linnoila, MD
  • Zongqi Xia, MD, PhD
  • Emily Eiben, CRNP 
  • Emily Guerriero, PA-C
  • Emily Yosi, PA-C

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Headache Medicine 

Our experts at the UPMC Headache Center specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of headaches. Each of our experts has received sub-specialty training and is board-certified in Headache Medicine, giving patients access to the most advanced and effective treatments for all types of headaches. Our goal is to minimize pain and get you back to a headache-free life.

  • Katherine Cobb-Pitstick, MD
  • Robert Kaniecki, MD
  • Laurie Knepper, MD
  • Josif Stakic, MD
  • Megan Trenz, DO
  • Barbara Vogler, MD
  • Claire Yanta, MD
  • Kelli Bishop, PA-C
  • Kim McGonigle, PA-C 
  • Rebecca Schaefer, PA-C

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Neuromuscular Medicine

Neurologists within the UPMC Neuromuscular Disease Center specialize in the diagnosis, treatment, and research of neuromuscular disorders. The ALS Association has designated the UPMC ALS Center as a Certified Treatment Center of Excellence.

  • Jonathan Brent, MD
  • Tawfiq Al-Laham, MD
  • Fang Sun, MD
  • David Lacomis, MD
  • Paula R. Clemens, MD
  • Joshua Smith, DO

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Memory and Cognitive Disorders 

Our memory and cognitive disorder neurologists are experts in the fields of Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and frontotemporal disorders. The Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology Division at UPMC works closely with the University of Pittsburgh Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, one of the nation’s leading Alzheimer’s research centers.

  • Oscar L. Lopez, MD
  • Riddhi Patira, MD
  • Tharick Pascoal, MD, PhD

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Stroke and Vascular Neurology 

Neurologists and neurosurgeons within the UPMC Stroke Institute are nationally recognized for their excellence in stroke therapy and care. Three of our locations have been awarded Comprehensive Stroke Center certification and eight have been named Primary Stroke Centers. Our experts provide consultation for hundreds of patients yearly through the UPMC Stroke Telemedicine Program.

  • Alhamza Al-Bayati, MD
  • Nirav Bhatt, MD
  • Meghana Gaekwad, MD
  • Mausaminben Hathidara, MD
  • Cynthia Kenmuir, MD, PhD
  • Jussie Lima, MD
  • Raul Nogieura, MD
  • Elissa Ortolani, MD
  • Rebecca Pollard, MD
  • Aaron Ravelo, MD
  • Marcelo Rocha, MD, PhD
  • Murat Sari, MD
  • Mohamed Shehab-Eldin, MD
  • Matthew Starr, MD
  • Whitfield Lewis, MD
  • George Wittenberg, MD
  • Lawrence Wechsler, MD
  • Sarah Wondisford, MD
  • Sandra Lazor, PA-C
  • Yang Song, PA-C
  • Kate Deep, PA-C

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Women’s Neurology 

UPMC’s Women’s Neurology Program is one of the few such dedicated programs in the country. The Women's Neurology Division at UPMC experts specialize in understanding the health care needs of women with neurological conditions, helping women manage these conditions during pregnancy and other life events.

  • Denise Li, MD
  • Eliza Miller, MD, MS 
  • Erica Kemp, PA-C

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Sleep Medicine

The neurologists within the UPMC Comprehensive Sleep Center are all board-certified in sleep medicine and are experts in the treatment of sleep disorders.

  • Avinash Aggarwal, MD
  • Simin Khavandgar, MD 
  • Erek Lam, MD
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