Dr. H J. Pfaeffle
Overview
H. James Pfaeffle, MD, PhD, is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon with Tri Rivers Musculoskeletal Centers and a member of its hand and upper extremity team. He studied mechanical engineering prior to entering medical school, and earned his medical degree and doctorate in bioengineering from the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Pfaeffle completed his internship and orthopaedic surgery residency at UPMC. He completed a hand surgery fellowship at the University of Washington in Seattle, where he refined his skills in hand and upper extremity surgery and microsurgery.Dr. Pfaeffle is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Pennsylvania Orthopaedic Society, Pennsylvania Medical Society, and Allegheny County Medical Society. In addition to performing arthroscopic hand, wrist and elbow surgery, Dr. Pfaeffle treats congenital hand conditions, fractures, dislocations, ligament injuries, and arthritis.LGBTQIA+ Affirming: This provider has completed training on how to create a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for LGBTQIA+ patients. This provider may or may not offer LGBTQIA+ specific medical or surgical care. Please ask when scheduling.
Dr. Pfaeffle is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, Dupuytren Contracture, and Hip Replacement.
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Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
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- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
6998 Crider Road, Suite 110, Mars, PA 16046
127 Oneida Valley Road, Suite 302, Butler, PA 16001
UPMC Department Of Orthopaedic Surgery
Kurt R. Weiss, MD, began his affiliation with the UPMC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery in 1994 when he performed basic science research in the Ferguson Laboratory as an undergraduate student. He graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 1997 and spent an additional year in the Ferguson Laboratory before matriculating to Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia. Dr. Weiss is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteosarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Bone Tumor, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.
Greater Pittsburgh Orthopaedic Associates
Jon Levy is an Orthopedics provider in Moon Township, Pennsylvania. Dr. Levy is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spondylolisthesis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.
UPMC Department Of Orthopaedic Surgery
Joon Yung Lee, MD, specializes in cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine surgery. Dr. Lee graduated summa cum laude from University of California, Berkeley, and obtained his medical degree from Yale Medical School. He completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at UPMC and his fellowship in spine surgery at the Rothman Institute-Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. Dr. Lee performs spinal surgery using standard techniques and cutting-edge surgical technologies including minimally invasive spine surgery, disc replacement, and microsurgical decompression. Dr. Lee is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. H J. Pfaeffle
How do I make an appointment with Dr. H J. Pfaeffle?
You can book an appointment with Dr. H J. Pfaeffle by calling their office at 866-874-7483. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. H J. Pfaeffle a top-rated expert for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. H J. Pfaeffle is classified as an Advanced expert for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, 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. H J. Pfaeffle specialize in?
While Dr. H J. Pfaeffle is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, and Ganglion Cyst. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. H J. Pfaeffle accept my insurance?
Dr. H J. Pfaeffle accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 866-874-7483 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Pfaeffle isAdvanced. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
- Dupuytren ContractureDr. Pfaeffle isAdvanced. Learn about Dupuytren Contracture.
- Ganglion CystDr. Pfaeffle isAdvanced. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
- RhizarthrosisDr. Pfaeffle isAdvanced. Learn about Rhizarthrosis.
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- BursitisDr. Pfaeffle isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Caffey DiseaseDr. Pfaeffle isExperienced. Learn about Caffey Disease.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Pfaeffle isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Pfaeffle isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- Radial Nerve DysfunctionDr. Pfaeffle isExperienced. Learn about Radial Nerve Dysfunction.
- TendinitisDr. Pfaeffle isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.