Dr. Alexander M. Spiess
Overview
Alexander M. Spiess, MD, is a hand surgeon certified in plastic surgery/hand surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He is division chief of Hand Surgery, program director of the Plastic Surgery Hand Fellowship, and an associate professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Spiess received his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago and completed his plastic surgery residency at Wayne State University, fellowships in hand and microsurgery at UPMC, and Thomas Jefferson University/Philadelphia Hand Center. Dr. Spiess’ clinical interests include injury to the hand and upper extremity, as well as peripheral nerve dysfunction of the upper and lower extremity, including adult brachial plexus injury and amputation stump neuroma pain. He is a member of multiple medical societies and an examiner for the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
Dr. Spiess is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, Compartment Syndrome, Erb's Palsy, and Fasciotomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 21 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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101 Orchard Drive, Suite 201, Trafford, PA 15085
410 Pellis Road, Lower Level, Greensburg, PA 15601
500 Hospital Way, Painter Building Suite 111, Mckeesport, PA 15132
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alexander M. Spiess
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander M. Spiess?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Alexander M. Spiess by calling their office at 412-679-4263. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Alexander M. Spiess a top-rated expert for Fasciotomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alexander M. Spiess is classified as an Advanced expert for Fasciotomy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Alexander M. Spiess specialize in?
While Dr. Alexander M. Spiess is a Hand Surgery, they have specific expertise in Fasciotomy, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Dupuytren Contracture. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hand Surgery.
Does Dr. Alexander M. Spiess participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Alexander M. Spiess has published 21 articles and abstracts on conditions like Fasciotomy. You can view a list of Dr. Alexander M. Spiess's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Alexander M. Spiess accept my insurance?
Dr. Alexander M. Spiess accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-679-4263 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- FasciotomyDr. Spiess isAdvanced. Learn about Fasciotomy.
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- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Spiess isExperienced. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
- Compartment SyndromeDr. Spiess isExperienced. Learn about Compartment Syndrome.
- Dupuytren ContractureDr. Spiess isExperienced. Learn about Dupuytren Contracture.
- Erb's PalsyDr. Spiess isExperienced. Learn about Erb's Palsy.
- GangreneDr. Spiess isExperienced. Learn about Gangrene.
- RhizarthrosisDr. Spiess isExperienced. Learn about Rhizarthrosis.