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Sam Akhavan, MD
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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Expertise: Achilles Tendon Tear,See all...

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Locations

Federal North Medical Office Building (Primary)
1307 Federal St, 2nd Floor
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Fax (412) 359-8330
Wexford Health + Wellness Pavilion
12311 Perry Hwy, 2nd Floor North
Wexford, PA 15090
Fax (412) 359-8330
2419 State Ave, Suite 200
Coraopolis, PA 15108
Fax (412) 359-8330
North Fayette Health + Wellness Pavilion
200 Quinn Dr
Pittsburgh, PA 15275
Fax (412) 359-8330

Languages Spoken

English

Expertise

Achilles Tendon Tear
Anterior and/or Posterior Cruciate Ligament Tear
Biceps Tear and Pain
Cartilage Defects and Surgery
Collateral Ligament Tears (LCL/MCL)
Elbow Pain & Surgery
Joint Injections
Knee Pain and Surgery
Knee Swelling
Knee and/or Shoulder Arthritis
Knee and/or Shoulder Arthroscopy
Ligament Reconstruction
Meniscus Tear
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Patella Dislocation & Instability
Rotator Cuff Tear and Surgery
Shoulder Dislocation, Labral Tear or Instability
Shoulder Pain, Tear and Surgery
Shoulder Separation (AC)
Throwing Injuries

Ratings

4.6star star star star star

Likelihood of recommending this care provider

4.7star star star star star

Concern shown for your questions or worries

4.7star star star star star

Explanations about your problem or condition

4.6star star star star star

Discussion of proposed treatments (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

4.7star star star star star

Efforts to include you in decisions about your care

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Recent Patient Comments

"Was referred by a coworker to practice, am very pleased."

February 21, 2024

"Sometimes I felt my concerns were not being listened to and occasionally was talked over until I asked to be heard. I dont think this was purposeful but frustrating nonetheless."

February 18, 2024

"Dr. Akhavan was/is one of the most genuine and caring physicians I have been to"

February 06, 2024

"Felt very comfortable with this provider"

January 30, 2024

"Dr Akhavan has always been wonderful when dealing with my knee Issues."

January 09, 2024

"Dr. Akhavan was very thorough in getting to the root of my shoulder issue & explained all of my options."

December 26, 2023

"Dr. Akhavan had good bedside manner, however, I don't believe he took the time to fully listen to me and understand my diagnosis and history. The diagnosis he gave me was the opposite of what the referring doctor and the physical therapist have given me. [...]"

December 19, 2023

"Great experience"

December 14, 2023

"My neighbor asked who I go to for knee and shoulder issues. He was seen by Dr Akhavan on the [...] also."

December 10, 2023

"Dr Akhavan and his clinical staff are very proficient and yet considerate of my needs in how to proceed with treatment while advising of and following best practices."

November 16, 2023

Credentials

Fellowship

Cleveland Clinic

School

Northwestern University

Board

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Medicine

Residency

University Hospitals of Cleveland
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