UPMC Outpatient Center

Endocrine and Hormone-related Care

UPMC Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology services and specialties include:

• Diabetes
• Diabetes treatment and medical management.
• Patient education for self-managing this chronic condition.
• Gender-affirming hormone therapy.
• Obesity.
• Osteoporosis.
• Pituitary, adrenal, reproductive, and other hormonal disorders.
• 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.

Our providers:

• Jessica Lambert, MD
• Lauren Metarko, PA-C

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.

Ravi GI Associates–UPMC
Phone: 412-565-7013

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:

• Tuesdays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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

UPMC Outpatient Center, Pellis Road, provides a range of surgical consults, including time-sensitive laparoscopic procedures for appendicitis and gallbladder removal.

The surgeons:

• David D. Catalane, MD
• Athan Georgiades, MD
• Paul M. Willis, MD

Dr. Catalane and Dr. Willis offer consults for:

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

Dr. Georgiades offers consults for:

• Abdomen and digestion disorders surgery.
• Bariatric procedures, gastric banding, and gastroplasty.
• Liver, gallbladder and pancreas disorder surgery, including:
• Cholecystectomy.
• Gallstones.
• Liver cancer.
• Pancreatic cancer.
• Pancreatitis.
• Minimally invasive procedures.
• Skin and soft tissue disorders surgery, including:
• Cellulitis.
• Decubitus ulcer.
• Epidermal cyst.
• Wound infections.
• Tissue flaps.
• Colon and rectal disorders surgery.
• Anal-rectal disorders surgery.
• Trauma injuries surgery.

To make an appointment for a surgery consult with Dr. Catalane or Dr. Willis, call 412-771-2266.

To make an appointment for a surgery consult with Dr. Georgiades, call 412-683-2267.

Cardiology

Common procedures and services include:

• Cardiac consultations.
• Surgical clearances.
• EKGs.
• Echocardiograms.
• Stress EKGs.
• Stress echos.
• Carotid studies.
• Vascular studies.

Our cardiology expert:

• Abdulrab Aziz, MD

To make an appointment, call 412-856-4666.

Vascular

UPMC Outpatient Center, Pellis Road, offers consults and care for a wide range of vascular conditions.

Common procedures and services include:

• Open and endovascular procedures.
• Peripheral vascular intervention including open and endovascular procedures.
• Hemodialysis procedures.
  • Vein surgery, varicose veins (a type of hemodialysis procedure).

The surgeons:

• David D. Catalane, MD
• Paul M. Willis, MD

Hours:

Wednesdays, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

To make an appointment, call 412-771-2266.

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

• Point of care testing, including general images and electrocardiography.
• Fluoroscopy to help with shots.
• Walk-in general x-ray, no appointment necessary.

Our hours:

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

For more information, call 724-853-4559.

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UPMC Somerset Neurology–Greensburg offers a wide range of neurology care at the UPMC Outpatient Center on Pellis Road.

Our services include diagnosis and treatment in the areas of:

• General neurology.
• Migraines and other headaches.
• Epilepsy.
• Movement disorders.
• Multiple sclerosis.
• Neuromuscular disease.
• Stroke.
• Women’s neurology.

Our neurology experts:

• Michael Mazowiecki, MD
• Bethany Vargo, PA-C

Our hours:

• Fridays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

To make an appointment, call 814-444-6260.

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:

• Ali McGregor, MD
• Sandra Rygg, MD

Our hours:

• Wednesdays, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

To make an appointment, call 412-372-0645.

UPMC Magee-Womens Health Services Guide (PDF)

Download the guide to learn about UPMC women's health services near you.

The physicians provide individualized care to help you recover from orthopaedic injuries and conditions and get back to your daily activities.

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.

The orthopaedic experts:

Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
Steven Agabegi, MD
Jeanne Doperak, DO

DiCesare Orthopedic Medicine
Jacob DiCesare, DO

Pittsburgh Hand and Nerve
Alexander Spiess, MD

Hours:

• Dr. Agabegi – Tuesdays, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
• Dr. Doperak – Mondays, 8:30 a.m. to noon.     
• Dr. DiCesare – Fridays (varies), 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Dr. Spiess – Tuesdays 1 to 4 p.m.

To make an appointment with Dr. Agabegi, please call 412-687-3900.
To make an appointment with Dr. Doperak, please call 412-687-3900.
To make an appointment with Dr. DiCesare, please call 724-261-4080.
To make an appointment with Dr. Spiess, please call 412-679-4263.

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.

Chaudhry Pulmonary Associates offers sleep medicine consultations and care for a wide range of pulmonary conditions including:

• Asthma.
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
• Sleep apnea.

Provider: Azmat Qayyum, MD

UPMC Outpatient Center, Pellis Road, offers consults and care for a wide range of urologic conditions including:

• Hematuria.
• Kidney stones.
• Prostate cancer.
• Prostate enlargement.
• Urinary incontinence.

Provider:

• Rong-Chung Lin, MD

To make an appointment, call 412-244-8091.