Overview
Richard A. Wawrose, MD, is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine surgery. He graduated summa cum laude from the University of Texas and received his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at UPMC, followed by a spine surgery fellowship at Emory University Spine Center.
Dr. Wawrose is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Radial Nerve Dysfunction, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 38 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Wawrose is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
3471 5th Avenue, Suite 1010, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
9104 Babcock Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
95 Leonard Avenue, Suite 500, Washington, PA 15301
8000 Cranberry Springs Drive, Cranberry Township, PA 16066
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 clinical expertise encompasses Osteosarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Bone Tumor, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Weiss is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Weiss is currently accepting new patients.
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 clinical expertise encompasses Bone Tumor, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, Fibrosarcoma, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Mcgough is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Mcgough is currently accepting new patients.
Allegheny Orthopedic Associates
Lisa Ercolano is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ercolano is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Angiofibroma, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, Epithelioid Sarcoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, and Hip Replacement.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Richard A. Wawrose
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Richard A. Wawrose?
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Is Dr. Richard A. Wawrose a top-rated expert for Spinal Stenosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Richard A. Wawrose is classified as an Advanced expert for Spinal Stenosis, 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. Richard A. Wawrose specialize in?
While Dr. Richard A. Wawrose is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Spinal Stenosis, Spinal Fusion, and Radial Nerve Dysfunction. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Richard A. Wawrose participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Richard A. Wawrose has published 38 articles and abstracts on conditions like Spinal Stenosis. You can view a list of Dr. Richard A. Wawrose's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Richard A. Wawrose accept my insurance?
Dr. Richard A. Wawrose accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-687-3900 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Spinal StenosisDr. Wawrose isAdvanced. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
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- Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis with Tylosis
- Cervical SpondylosisDr. Wawrose isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Spondylosis.
- Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal HyperostosisDr. Wawrose isExperienced. Learn about Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis.
- DiskitisDr. Wawrose isExperienced. Learn about Diskitis.
- Infectious ArthritisDr. Wawrose isExperienced. Learn about Infectious Arthritis.
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Wawrose isExperienced. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.