Dr. William F. Donaldson
Overview
"William F. Donaldson, III, MD, is a graduate of the Rush Medical College. He completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery, as well as a fellowship in spine surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. Dr. Donaldson serves on the program committee for the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the Scoliosis Research Society, and the Rocky Mountain Trauma Society. He is also involved in the Cervical Spine Research Society, North American Spine Society, and the International Society for the Study of the Lumbar Spine. He has published more than 100 articles, book chapters, and textbooks, and regularly presents his clinical and research findings at national meetings. He serves as executive vice chairman for Clinical Services, and division chief of the spine service for Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Donaldson has been recognized as one of Pittsburgh’s ""Top Docs"" by Pittsburgh Magazine since 2000. He specializes in the care of spinal disorders and spinal surgery.Are you already a patient of this provider and have a MyUPMC account? Log in to MyUPMC to schedule.".
Dr. Donaldson is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 60 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
8000 Cranberry Springs Drive, Cranberry Township, PA 16066
3471 5th Avenue, Suite 1010, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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.
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. William F. Donaldson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. William F. Donaldson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. William F. Donaldson by calling their office at 878-217-8007. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. William F. Donaldson a top-rated expert for Spondylolisthesis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. William F. Donaldson is classified as an Distinguished expert for Spondylolisthesis, 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. William F. Donaldson specialize in?
While Dr. William F. Donaldson is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, and Invertebral Disc Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. William F. Donaldson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. William F. Donaldson has published 60 articles and abstracts on conditions like Spondylolisthesis. You can view a list of Dr. William F. Donaldson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. William F. Donaldson accept my insurance?
Dr. William F. Donaldson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 878-217-8007 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Spinal StenosisDr. Donaldson isDistinguished. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
- SpondylolisthesisDr. Donaldson isDistinguished. Learn about Spondylolisthesis.
- Advanced
- Cervical SpondylosisDr. Donaldson isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Spondylosis.
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Donaldson isAdvanced. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.
- LaminectomyDr. Donaldson isAdvanced. Learn about Laminectomy.
- LordosisDr. Donaldson isAdvanced. Learn about Lordosis.
- ScoliosisDr. Donaldson isAdvanced. Learn about Scoliosis.
- Spinal FusionDr. Donaldson isAdvanced. Learn about Spinal Fusion.
- Experienced
- Adolescent Idiopathic ScoliosisDr. Donaldson isExperienced. Learn about Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis.
- Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis with Tylosis
- Cervical Disc SurgeryDr. Donaldson isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Disc Surgery.
- Cervical MyelopathyDr. Donaldson isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Myelopathy.
- Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal HyperostosisDr. Donaldson isExperienced. Learn about Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis.
- Fractured SpineDr. Donaldson isExperienced. Learn about Fractured Spine.