Robert A. Kaufmann
Expertise in
4
conditions
Expertise in
4
conditions
600 Oxford Drive, Suite 200, 
Monroeville, PA 

Overview

Robert Kaufmann, MD, is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Mechanical Engineering. After working as a design engineer for two years, he attended Temple University School of Medicine and completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery at Temple University Hospital. He received specialized training in elbow and upper extremity surgery at the Philadelphia Hand Center at Jefferson University Hospital.Dr. Kaufmann has published more than 30 articles, book chapters, and textbooks. He regularly presents his clinical and research findings at national meetings. Dr. Kaufmann is the primary upper extremity surgeon for the University of Pittsburgh and the Duquesne University athletic programs. He is also part of the medical team that treats the Pittsburgh Penguins. He specializes in the care of athletes and active adults, and has extensive experience with arthroscopy and arthroplasty of the elbow, wrist, and hand.Are you already a patient of this provider and have a MyUPMC account? Log in to MyUPMC to schedule.

Dr. Kaufmann is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Osteoarthritis, and Ganglion Cyst.

Dr. Kaufmann is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery and American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery . He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 68 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Kaufmann is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Orthopedics

Licenses

Specialist in PA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery
American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery

Fellowships

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Philadelphia Hand Center

Hospital Affiliations

Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System
Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside
Upmc St Margaret
Upmc East
Upmc Mckeesport Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
German

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareSource
  • HMO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Gateway Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medical Mutual
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
The Health Plan
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

UPMC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
600 Oxford Drive, Suite 200, Monroeville, PA 15146
Other Locations
UPMC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
3471 5th Avenue, Suite 1010, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
UPMC St. Margaret Harmar Outpatient Center
3 Mariner Court, Pittsburgh, PA 15238

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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While Dr. Robert A. Kaufmann is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, and Osteoarthritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.

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Dr. Robert A. Kaufmann accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and CareSource. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-858-0380 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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