UPMC Outpatient Center

UPMC Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery diagnose and treat a wide range of heart and lung conditions, such as:

• Aortic and mitral valve disease.
• Benign esophageal diseases and disorders.
• Life-threatening cardiothoracic diseases in children and adults.
• Lung diseases.
• Thymomas and myasthenia gravis.

Our chest and lung experts:

• Omar Awais, DO
• Tad Witek, MD

Our hours:

• Second Monday of the month 
• Fourth Friday of the month

To make an appointment for chest and lung care, call 412-232-5665.

Skilled doctors and staff treat a range of GI problems in the:

• Esophagus
• Stomach
• Small and large intestines

Our services include:

• Colonoscopy to detect and prevent diseases of the colon.
• Diagnoses and surgical treatment options for diseases of the esophagus and stomach.
• Diagnoses and treatments for IBS, liver diseases, Crohn's disease, and colitis.
• Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ECRP).
• Endoscopy to detect swelling, ulcers, and tumors of the upper digestive system.
• Diagnosis and treatment of GERD.
• Nonsurgical treatment of pancreas and bile duct diseases.

Our GI experts:

• Ravi Kondaveeti, MD
• Laken Kuntz, CRNP

Our hours:

• Office: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Procedures: Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

To make an appointment for GI care, call 412-565-7013

UPMC Specialty Care provides a range of surgical consults, including time-sensitive laparoscopic procedures for appendicitis and gallbladder removal.

We also offer:

• Hernia surgery.
• Breast surgery.
• Colon surgery.
• Care concerning the:
• Appendix
• Bowel
• Cysts and skin abscesses
• Gallbladder

Our surgeon:

• Khalid Shalaby, MD

Our hours:

• Third Tuesday of the month, 1:30 to 4 p.m.
• Fourth Friday of the month, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

To make an appointment for a surgery consult, call 412-672-3422.

UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute experts provide consults and care for a wide range of heart problems.

Common procedures and services include:

• Testing of the heart's function and structure.
• Heart cath, imaging, and diagnostic tests.
• Treatments for heart arrhythmias and valve disorders.
• Pre-op heart exams.

Our heart experts:

• Robert Staffen, MD
• Edward Szabo, MD

Our hours:

Tuesdays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

To make an appointment for heart care, call 724-537-5034.

UPMC Imaging Services offers a diagnostic x-ray suite with:

• Point of care testing, including general images and electrocardiography
• Fluoroscopy to help with shots

Our hours:

• Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• No appointment necessary

For more information, call 724-853-4559.

UPMC Magee-Womens Specialty Services provides a full range of women's health and ob-gyn care including:

• Yearly pap smears and pelvic exams.
• Menopause management.
• Premenopausal syndrome care.
• STD treatment and prevention.

Our women's health expert:

• Sandra Rygg, MD

Our hours:

• Thursdays, 1 to 3 p.m.

To make an appointment, call 888-231-4050.

Our team provides individualized care to help you recover from orthopaedic injuries and conditions and get back to your daily activities.

Our orthopaedic services include:

• General surgery and care.
• Fracture care.
• Foot and ankle surgery.
• Joint replacement.
• Hand and wrist surgery.
• Neck and back care.
• Shoulder and elbow surgery.
• Spine surgery.

Our orthopaedic experts:

• Jeanne Doperak, DO
• Mark A. Fye, MD
• Jonathan Hughes, MD
• Greg L. Soxman, PA-C

Our hours:

• Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

To make an appointment, call 1-866-987-6784.

We provide consults, diagnoses, and care for both acute and chronic conditions such as:

• Arthritis
• Complex regional pain syndrome
• Degenerative disc disease
• Failed back syndrome
• Lumbar spinal stenosis
• Sacroiliitis

Minimally invasive services include:

• Epidural shots of pain medicine.
• Spinal cord stimulation using a mild electrical current to block pain.
• Radiofrequency ablation, which uses radio waves to block nerve signals from the affected area.

Our pain management expert:

• Jacob Shipley, MD

Our hours:

• Thursdays, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m

Have your PCP refer you for a pain management appointment by calling 814-443-5800.

The following services are exclusively available by telemedicine:

Ear, Nose, and Throat

We diagnose and treat conditions related to:

• Allergies
• Balance
• Hearing
• Sinuses
• Sleep
• Swallowing

Our otolaryngologist:

• Phillip A. Pollice, MD

Telemedicine Appointments:

You can see Dr. Pollice using your smartphone or tablet from the comfort of your home. To make a telemedicine appointment, call 724-772-2711.

You can also book a video visit with Dr. Pollice via Find-a Doc.

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Endocrine and Hormone-related Care

We diagnose and treat endocrine system and hormonal conditions such as:

• Diabetes
• Obesity
• Osteoporosis
• Thyroid disorders

Telemedicine Appointments:

You can see a UPMC endocrinologist using your smartphone or tablet from the comfort of your home. To make a telemedicine appointment, call 412-586-9700.

You can also book a video visit with a UPMC endocrinologist via Find-a Doc.