Summary

Taylor J. Abel, MD, FAANS is a pediatric neurosurgeon specializing in the care of children and adults with epilepsy and movement disorders. Dr. Abel received his B.S. and M.D. at the University of Washington. He completed neurosurgery residency and a two-year NIH funded fellowship at the University of Iowa. Dr. Abel trained in epilepsy surgery and deep brain stimulation at Centre Hospitalier de Grenoble in Grenoble, France. He completed a year of training in pediatric neurosurgery and pediatric epilepsy surgery at The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, Canada. Dr. Abel lives in Pittsburgh with his wife, three daughters, and two dogs.

Quick Facts

  • 16 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations

Office Locations

Dr. Taylor Abel, MD has 2 locations

Taylor Abel, MD

4401 Penn AvePittsburgh, PA 15224
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Taylor Abel, MD

3 Walnut StLemoyne, PA 17043

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16 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, English Speaks French, Arabic Speaks Spanish, French, English, Arabic, Tagalog
Pittsburgh , PAPittsburgh , PAPittsburgh , PAPittsburgh , PA
Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine Med School: American University Of Beirut Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Peking University Health Science Center
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Taylor Abel, MD

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • HealthPartners
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Taylor Abel, MD has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Taylor Abel, MD has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Brain Surgery
  • Brain Tumor
  • Craniotomy
  • Glioblastoma
  • Laminectomy
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics

Medical School

University Of Washington School Of MedicineGraduated in 2010

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Taylor Abel, MD affiliated with?
Dr. Taylor Abel, MD is affiliated with Upmc Childrens Hospital Of Pittsburgh and Upmc Presbyterian.
Where is Dr. Taylor Abel, MD's office located?
Dr. Taylor Abel, MD's office is located at 4401 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15224.
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