
Overview
James N. Irvine, Jr., MD, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with Orthopaedic Specialists – UPMC. He received his medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine and completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at UPMC, followed by his fellowship in sports medicine at New York-Presbyterian Columbia University Medical Center.Dr. Irvine’s clinical interests involve the operative and non-operative treatment of the shoulder, elbow, hip, and knee. He performs a wide variety of arthroscopic procedures to help treat sports medicine injuries, as well as hip and knee replacements for patients with advanced arthritis. He has ample research on knee arthroscopy for ACL reconstruction and meniscus repair and is a member of the International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery, and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. Dr. Irvine lives in Shadyside with his wife and two boys who enjoy exploring the many museums and parks that Pittsburgh has to offer.Are you already a patient of this provider and have a MyUPMC account? Log in to MyUPMC to schedule.
His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, and Tendinitis.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1907 Lebanon Church Road, Suite 201, West Mifflin, PA 15122
4803 Northern Pike, Monroeville, PA 15146
410 Pellis Road, Suite 1B, Greensburg, PA 15601
1500 Fifth Avenue, Mansfield Bldg Level A Suite MA-42, 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. James N. Irvine
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James N. Irvine?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James N. Irvine by calling their office at 412-664-3040. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James N. Irvine a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James N. Irvine is classified as an Experienced expert for Osteoarthritis, 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. James N. Irvine specialize in?
While Dr. James N. Irvine is a Sports Medicine, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, and Tendinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Sports Medicine.
Does Dr. James N. Irvine participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James N. Irvine has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteoarthritis. You can view a list of Dr. James N. Irvine's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. James N. Irvine accept my insurance?
Dr. James N. Irvine accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-664-3040 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- BursitisDr. Irvine isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Irvine isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- TendinitisDr. Irvine isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.

