Yram J. Groff

Dr. Yram J. Groff

Sports Medicine
UPMC
Groff Orthopaedics - UPMC
510 South Aiken Avenue, Suite EG-01, 
Pittsburgh, PA 
On Staff At
Accepting New Patients

UPMC
Groff Orthopaedics - UPMC
510 South Aiken Avenue, Suite EG-01, 
Pittsburgh, PA 
OverviewInsuranceLocationsClinical ResearchSimilar Doctors

Overview

Yram J. Groff, MD, is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and was honored with the Sankey Award for Excellence in Orthopaedics. Dr. Groff completed his internship in general surgery, residency in orthopaedic surgery, and fellowship in sports medicine and arthroscopy at UPMC. Dr. Groff was honored with the Most Outstanding Resident Award. He has authored numerous papers and has given academic presentations on a wide variety of topics. Dr. Groff is clinical instructor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Qualified to evaluate and treat the entire spectrum of orthopaedic problems, Dr. Groff specializes in sports-related injuries and disease of the knee and shoulder. Dr. Groff is board-certified in orthopaedic surgery and a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He holds a subspecialty certificate in sports medicine through the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons. 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 Acute Pain, Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution
University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine
Residency
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Specialties
Sports Medicine
Licenses
Orthopaedic Surgery in PA
Board Certifications
American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery
American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery
Fellowships
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Hospital Affiliations
Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside
Upmc East
Upmc Mercy
Languages Spoken
English
Hebrew
Gender
Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

Find your insurance
Find your insuranceClose

Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Avalon Health Care
  • MEDICARE PDP
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Gateway Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Health Partners Plans
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Kaiser Permanente
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
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
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
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
Western Health Advantage
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE MAPD
View 21 Less Insurance Carriers -

Locations

Groff Orthopaedics - UPMC
510 South Aiken Avenue, Suite EG-01, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Call: 412-683-1717

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.


5 Total Publications

Auriculotherapy for Prolonged Postoperative Pain Management Following Rotator Cuff Surgery: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study.
Auriculotherapy for Prolonged Postoperative Pain Management Following Rotator Cuff Surgery: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study.
Journal: Medical acupuncture
Published: June 23, 2025
View All 5 Publications
Similar Doctors
Volker Musahl
Expertise in
5
conditions
Dr. Volker Musahl
Sports Medicine
Expertise in
5
conditions
Dr. Volker Musahl
Sports Medicine

UPMC Sports Medicine

3200 South Water Street, UPMC Center For Sports Medicine, 
Pittsburgh, PA 
 (2.9 miles away)
412-432-3600
Languages Spoken:
English, German
See accepted insurances
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Volker Musahl, MD, is an orthopaedic surgeon and is board certified in orthopaedic surgery and orthopaedic sports medicine. He is the medical director of the UPMC Rooney Sports Medicine Complex, program director of the sports medicine fellowship program, and a professor of both bioengineering and orthopaedic surgery at the University of Pittsburgh. After receiving his medical degree from Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg in Germany, Dr. Musahl moved to the United States where he completed his residency at UPMC, followed by a fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City. Dr. Musahl is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hypermobile Joints, Tendinitis, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy.

Expertise in
6
conditions
Dr. Justin W. Arner
Sports Medicine | Orthopedics
Expertise in
6
conditions
Dr. Justin W. Arner
Sports Medicine | Orthopedics

Upmc Community Medicine Inc

200 Delafield Rd, Suite 4010, 
Pittsburgh, PA 
 (3.2 miles away)
412-784-5770
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances

Justin Arner is a Sports Medicine specialist and an Orthopedics provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Arner is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hypermobile Joints, Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Endoscopy, and Osteotomy.

Jonathan D. Hughes
Expertise in
4
conditions
Dr. Jonathan D. Hughes
Sports Medicine
Expertise in
4
conditions
Dr. Jonathan D. Hughes
Sports Medicine

UPMC Department Of Orthopaedic Surgery

275 Clairton Boulevard, Suite 300B, 
Pittsburgh, PA 
 (7.6 miles away)
412-432-3600
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Jonathan Hughes, MD, specializes in orthopedic sports medicine and is board-certified in orthopaedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He practices at UPMC Sports Medicine and UPMC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Hughes received his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and completed his residency at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center, followed by a fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Hughes is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hypermobile Joints, Tendinitis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy.

VIEW MORE Sports Medicine Doctors

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.

Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers

Find Dr. Groff's expertise for a condition
ConditionClose
        • Experienced
        • Acute Pain
          Dr. Groff is
          Experienced
          . Learn about Acute Pain.
          See more Acute Pain experts
        • Bursitis
          Dr. Groff is
          Experienced
          . Learn about Bursitis.
          See more Bursitis experts
        • Hip Replacement
          Dr. Groff is
          Experienced
          . Learn about Hip Replacement.
          See more Hip Replacement experts
        • Tendinitis
          Dr. Groff is
          Experienced
          . Learn about Tendinitis.
          See more Tendinitis experts
        Want to save this doctor for later?
        Sign Up
        Is this your doctor?
        Find A Second Opinion
        Not sure about your diagnosis?
        Check Your Symptoms
         
         
         
         
        Learn about our expert tiers
        Learn More
        Are you the provider on this profile?
        Claim Profile
        1. Homepage
        2. Sports Medicine Doctors Pittsburgh, PA
        3. Dr. Yram J. Groff
        For Patients
        • Our Story
        • How MediFind Works
        • Conditions A-Z
        • Doctor Directory
        • Symptoms Directory
        • Procedures Directory
        • Treatment Directory
        • Drug Directory
        • Infusion Center Finder
        • FAQ
        • Contact Us
        For Providers and Practices
        • Claim Your Profile
        • Newsroom
        Business Solutions
        • Provider
        • Network Solutions
        Additional Resources
        • Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy
        • Privacy Policy
        • Terms of Use
        • Advertising Policy
        • Content Policy
        Subscribe to our newsletter

        Sign up to stay informed about MediFind and get wellness sent your way.

        Close

          By subscribing, I agree to MediFind's Terms of Use, Privacy Policy and Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy, as applicable.

          Bullet PinMediFind
          Follow us on
          This information is not intended as a substitute for informed medical advice. You should work with a licensed professional to diagnose and treat health conditions. We let the data speak for itself, MediFind does not endorse any healthcare providers.
          © 2026 All Rights Reserved

          Request an Appointment

          If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 9-1-1.

          MediFind will contact the provider for your appointment request. You’ll receive status updates by email. Your provider or MediFind will reach out to you directly by phone or email to schedule your appointment or request additional information.

          Patient Details

          This information is for the patient who will be seen at the appointment.

            Close

            Returning patient? Use your address on file with the provider.

            Insurance Details

            Please provide information of the primary insurance holder as the practice may require this information to schedule.

            Insurance Provider *
            Insurance ProviderClose

            Appointments Details

            Let’s get more information about your appointment.

                    0 / 1000
                    0 / 1000
                    By pressing the Submit button you are agreeing to MediFind’s Terms of Use, Privacy Policy and Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy, as applicable.