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Dr. Sam Akhavan, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 47
Dr. Sam Akhavan, MD
4.5 (38 Ratings)

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Dr. Sam Akhavan, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA.
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Dr. Sam Akhavan, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 47
Pittsburgh, PA
Accepting new patients
23 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Sam Akhavan, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA.

About

Dr. Akhavan graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Sam Akhavan, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA and has 23 years experience. Dr. Akhavan currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Allegheny General Hospital. At present, Dr. Akhavan received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 38 times. Dr. Akhavan's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Akhavan also speaks French. Dr. Akhavan is board certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Explains Conditions Well

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Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

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Joint Pain
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Joint Pain
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Joint Pain
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Cervical Radiculopathy
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Dislocation
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Limb Pain
Meniscus Tear
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Patellar Dislocation
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Arthrocentesis
Steroid Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Cervical Vertigo
Chondromalacia
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Sprain
Fibular Fracture
Foot Sprain
Gait Abnormality
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Fracture
Knee Injuries
Knee Pain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Medial Epicondylitis
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Tendonitis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Piriformis Syndrome
Plantar Fasciitis
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Scapular Fracture
Shoulder Diseases
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Instability
Shoulder Pain
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sports Injuries
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tibial Fracture
Torticollis
ACL Surgery
Arthroscopic Joint Surgery
Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Arthroscopic Surgery
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Ligament Reconstruction
Knee Surgery
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Surgery
Sports Medicine Related Procedures

Insurance Accepted

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  • Aetna
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Medical Mutual of Ohio
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Tricare
  • Personal Choice PPO
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Coventry Health Care
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Blue Choice Advantage
  • Choice Care PPO
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan
    Dental
  • Cigna
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)

Locations

  1. 1 Ahn Neurology-Pittsburgh
    200 Quinn Dr Ste 210, Pittsburgh, PA 15275
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (412) 359-3895
  2. 2 Allegheny Orthopedic Associates
    1307 Federal St Ste 2, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (877) 660-6777
  3. 3 Health Plus Wellness Pavilion Clinical Lab
    12311 Perry Hwy, Wexford, PA 15090
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (877) 660-6777
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 15:30
  4. 4 Office
    20215 Route 19, Cranberry Township, PA 16066
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (877) 660-6777

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Akhavan
4.5
Based on 38 Reviews
5 Stars (33)
4 Stars (0)
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2 Stars (1)
1 Star (4)

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Sep 15, 2020
Dr Akhavan fixed my right shoulder rotor cuff. Absolutely no pain and all therapies are scheduled in advance.
Sanjeev Sharma — Sep 15, 2020
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About Me

Languages Spoken
French
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
    2001
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Case Medical Center, Cleveland Ohio
    2010
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation
    2007
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Sam Akhavan, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Akhavan's profile.

Dr. Sam Akhavan, MD is affiliated with Allegheny General Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Sam Akhavan, MD holds board certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Allegheny General Hospital

    320 E North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA