The 20 Best SVC Obstruction Doctors Near Me in Pittsburgh, PA

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The 20 Best SVC Obstruction Doctors near Pittsburgh, PA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 28 doctor with experience in SVC Obstruction near Pittsburgh, PA. Of these, 26 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Paula M. Novelli
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Interventional Radiology

    Interventional Radiology Clinic At PUH

    200 Lothrop Street, Floor 1, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Paula Novelli, MD, specializes in diagnostic radiology and vascular interventional radiology and is board-certified in interventional radiology and diagnostic radiology by the American Board of Radiology. She practices at UPMC Presbyterian and UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. Dr. Novelli received her medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed residencies at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center - Case Western Reserve University and the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Novelli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of SVC Obstruction. Her top areas of expertise are Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, Banti's Syndrome, Liver Embolization, and Gastrostomy.

    Gregory P. Steiner
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Vascular Surgery

    UPMC Heart And Vascular Institute (Vein Center)

    5200 Centre Avenue, Shadyside Medical Building, Suite 307, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gregory P. Steiner, MD, specializes in vascular surgery and is board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery. He is affiliated with UPMC Shadyside and UPMC Presbyterian. Dr. Steiner completed his fellowship at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, residency at MedStar Health Franklin Square Medical Center and medical degree at West Virginia University School of Medicine. Dr. Steiner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of SVC Obstruction. His top areas of expertise are Arterial Insufficiency, Peripheral Artery Disease, Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction

    Allegheny General Hospital

    320 E North Ave, 
    Pittsburgh,, PA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Bonnet is a Cardiologist in Pittsburgh,, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bonnet is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of SVC Obstruction. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiomyopathy, Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia, and Bidirectional Tachycardia.

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    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Interventional Radiology

    Interventional Radiology-Shadyside

    5230 Centre Avenue, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joshua Pinter, MD, specializes in vascular interventional radiology and diagnostic radiology and is board-certified in interventional radiology and diagnostic radiology by the American Board of Radiology. He practices at Interventional Radiology-Shadyside, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, and UPMC Hillman Interventional Oncology (IO) Clinic. Dr. Pinter received his medical degree from State University of New York Upstate Medical University and completed his residency at Western Pennsylvania Hospital, followed by a fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Pinter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of SVC Obstruction. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Stricture, Cholestasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Liver Embolization, and Ureteral Reconstruction.

    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology | Nuclear Medicine
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology | Nuclear Medicine

    Rayus/Foundation Radiology Group

    6400 Brooktree Ct, Ste 350, 
    Wexford, PA 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Kunst is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of SVC Obstruction. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Bronchogenic Cyst.

    Eric S. Hager
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Vascular Surgery

    UPMC Heart And Vascular Institute (Vascular Surgery)

    200 Delafield Road, Suite 4050, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Eric Hager earned his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, then completed a residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. He completed a vascular surgery fellowship at UPMC and joined the division of Vascular Surgery in 2012. Dr. Hager is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of SVC Obstruction. His top areas of expertise are Varicose Veins, Arterial Insufficiency, Venous Insufficiency, Stent Placement, and Thrombectomy.

    Michael C. Madigan
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Vascular Surgery

    UPMC Heart And Vascular Institute (Vascular Surgery)

    9100 Babcock Boulevard, Suite 1135, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Michael Madigan joined the UPMC Division of Vascular Surgery in 2016. He earned his medical degree from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in Nashville, Tenn. Upon graduation, Dr. Madigan was inducted into Vanderbilt's H. William Scott, Jr. Society, which recognizes medical students for surgical excellence. Dr. Madigan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of SVC Obstruction. His top areas of expertise are Arterial Insufficiency, Varicose Veins, Peripheral Artery Disease, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Interventional Radiology

    Allegheny General Hospital

    320 E North Ave, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin Contrella is an Interventional Radiologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Contrella is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of SVC Obstruction. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Artery Disease, Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Liver Embolization.

    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Interventional Radiology

    Allegheny General Hospital

    320 E North Ave, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Abdullah Shaikh is an Interventional Radiologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Shaikh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of SVC Obstruction. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Deep Vein Thrombosis, Ascites, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Interventional Radiology

    Allegheny General Hospital

    320 E North Ave, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Klobuka is an Interventional Radiologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Klobuka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of SVC Obstruction. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Deep Vein Thrombosis, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Interventional Radiology

    Office

    320 E North Ave, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ahmed Fadl is an Interventional Radiologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Fadl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of SVC Obstruction. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Vertebroplasty, and Microdiscectomy.

    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Family Medicine

    UPMC Presbyterian

    200 Lothrop St, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Veronica Pratt is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Pratt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of SVC Obstruction. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, SVC Obstruction, and May Thurner Syndrome.

    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    200 Lothrop St, Puh, Suite A1010, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Efthymios Avgerinos is a Vascular Surgeon in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Avgerinos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of SVC Obstruction. His top areas of expertise are Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Deep Vein Thrombosis, Nutcracker Syndrome (NCS), Carotid Artery Surgery, and Stent Placement.

    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Internal Medicine

    Allegheny Clinic

    1 Walsh Rd, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Oczypok is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Oczypok is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of SVC Obstruction. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Moebius Syndrome, Factor 12 Deficiency, and Factor 7 Deficiency.

    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    General Surgery
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    General Surgery

    St Clair Professional Center

    1050 Bower Hill Road, Suite 203, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian
    Offers Telehealth

    Samuel Simone is a General Surgeon in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Simone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of SVC Obstruction. His top areas of expertise are Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Venous Insufficiency, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Advanced in SVC Obstruction
    Advanced in SVC Obstruction

    Jefferson Cardiology Assocation

    1633 Route 51 Ste 103, 
    Clairton,, PA 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gennady Geskin is a Cardiologist in Clairton,, Pennsylvania. Dr. Geskin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of SVC Obstruction. His top areas of expertise are Venous Insufficiency, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Meige Disease, and Primary Intestinal Lymphangiectasia.

    Advanced in SVC Obstruction
    Advanced in SVC Obstruction

    Jefferson Cardiology Assocation

    1633 Route 51 Ste 103, 
    Clairton, PA 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Brown is a Cardiologist in Clairton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Brown is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of SVC Obstruction. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Varicose Veins, Venous Insufficiency, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    David Sacco
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Internal Medicine

    Moon Medical Associates-UPMC

    1600 Coraopolis Heights Road, Suite G, 
    Coraopolis, PA 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Sacco, MD, specializes in internal medicine and is board certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. He practices at Moon Medical Associates-UPMC and is affiliated with UPMC Passavant. Dr. Sacco is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, and completed his internship and residency at Virginia Commonwealth University. Dr. Sacco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of SVC Obstruction. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Vertigo, Infant Hyperglycemia, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Valentyna Ivanova
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction

    Allegheny Clinic

    12311 Perry Hwy, 
    Wexford, PA 
     (14.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Valentyna Ivanova is a Cardiologist in Wexford, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ivanova is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of SVC Obstruction. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Apoplexy, Arterial Embolism, Atherectomy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in SVC Obstruction
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1000 Bower Hill Rd, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anil Prabhu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Prabhu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of SVC Obstruction. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Ventricular Fibrillation, Endomyocardial Fibrosis, and Osteoarthritis.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of SVC Obstruction?

    SVC obstruction is a narrowing or blockage of the superior vena cava (SVC), which is the second largest vein in the human body. The superior vena cava moves blood from the upper parts of the body to the heart.

    When should I see a SVC Obstruction doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a SVC Obstruction doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank SVC Obstruction doctors near Pittsburgh, PA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by SVC Obstruction doctors near Pittsburgh, PA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a SVC Obstruction doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the SVC Obstruction doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different SVC Obstruction doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a SVC Obstruction doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my SVC Obstruction doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my SVC Obstruction doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female SVC Obstruction doctors near Pittsburgh, PA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the SVC Obstruction doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a SVC Obstruction doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the SVC Obstruction doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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