Dr. Lee M. Sasala
Overview
Lee M. Sasala, MD, is an orthopaedic surgeon at Three Rivers Orthopedic Associates – UPMC. He received his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed his residency at UPMC, followed by an adult reconstruction fellowship at Washington University in St. Louis.Dr. Sasala specializes in total joint replacement surgery. His clinical interests include primary and revision hip and knee replacement, including direct anterior hip replacement. Dr. Sasala is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons. He has presented clinical research at the state and national levels and has published in medical journals.Dr. Sasala is a native of Kittanning, Pennsylvania, and is happy to be back treating patients in the Pittsburgh area. He enjoys being outdoors, fishing and hunting, and spending time with his wife and family.
His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis and Hip Replacement.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
200 Delafield Road, St. Marg Med Art Bldg, Suite 1040, Pittsburgh, PA 15215
1624 Pacific Avenue, Suite A, Natrona Heights, PA 15065
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.
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.
UPMC Department Of Orthopaedic Surgery
Richard L. McGough, III, MD, is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency and orthopaedic traumatology fellowship at Brown University. He also completed a fellowship in musculoskeletal oncology at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, remaining there as a surgical oncology research fellow. Dr. McGough is currently a professor of orthopaedic surgery with a dual appointment in the Division of Surgical Oncology. He serves as chief of musculoskeletal oncology at UPMC. Dr. McGough has been active with the Musculoskeletal Tumor Society, the Connective Tissue Oncology Society, and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He has published widely in orthopaedic oncology, and maintains an extremely active lecturing schedule both nationally and internationally. Dr. McGough specializes in musculoskeletal tumor surgery, including tumors of the pelvis, megaprosthetic reconstruction, limb salvage, and other sarcoma surgery. Dr. McGough pioneered the “BrachyVAC” treatment for superficial malignancies, and performs both clinical and research work developing this procedure. Dr. McGough's primary research interest is osseointegration prostheses for amputees, and he performed the first upper extremity osseointegration procedure in the United States. He serves as an extramural committee member for the Department of Defense's Osseointegration Program, and is actively pursuing the development of this technology for the American population. He has been named one of Pittsburgh's “Top Docs” by Best Doctor's Inc. in Pittsburgh Magazine, a UPMC “ACE,” and has been the recipient of the University of Pittsburgh Orthopaedic Residency's “Golden Apple” award in recognition of his teaching. Dr. Mcgough is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bone Tumor, Epithelioid Sarcoma, Myxoid Liposarcoma, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.
Allegheny Orthopedic Associates
Lisa Ercolano is an Orthopedics provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ercolano is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Juvenile Angiofibroma, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, Epithelioid Sarcoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, and Hip Replacement.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lee M. Sasala
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lee M. Sasala?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Lee M. Sasala by calling their office at 412-782-3990. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Lee M. Sasala a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lee M. Sasala 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. Lee M. Sasala specialize in?
While Dr. Lee M. Sasala is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Hip Replacement. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Lee M. Sasala participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Lee M. Sasala has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteoarthritis. You can view a list of Dr. Lee M. Sasala's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Lee M. Sasala accept my insurance?
Dr. Lee M. Sasala accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-782-3990 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- OsteoarthritisDr. Sasala isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.