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Dr. David West, MD

Dr. David West, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. David West, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from ALLEGHENY GENERAL HOSPITAL / SCHOOL OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY in 2007. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UPMC Passavant-McCandless and Penn Highlands Mon Valley. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 5 Star Rating (5 reviews)

UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute

9100 Babcock Blvd Pittsburgh, PA 15237

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(412) 748-5772

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. West specializes in the areas of General Surgery & Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. West's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. West

5.0
5 ratings, 2 with a written review
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Dr. West did my 83 year old mother's Aortic Valve replacement surgery 2 years ago. Today she is doing very well thanks to Dr. West. We think he is an amazing surgeon and has a great staff!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Tracy Heider in Greensburg, PA – Feb 06, 2017
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It was suggested to me that I should go to UMPC for my Bypass Surgery. However once I met Dr. West and his's PA's I found them wonderfully knowledgeable. Kind, patient,very thorough. Took a great deal of time with me explaining everything. Answered question.Then did a WONDERFUL job. It's only been 6 weeks out and I feel fabulous. I would recommend Dr. West to everyone I love or know.He made me feel as if I were his only patient.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
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MaryAnne Murphy in Mount Pleasant, PA – May 24, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

David West, MD, is a cardiothoracic surgeon and has certifications in thoracic surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and general surgery by the American Board of Surgery. He is director of cardiac surgery at UPMC Passavant. Dr West...read more

biography

David West, MD, is a cardiothoracic surgeon and has certifications in thoracic surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and general surgery by the American Board of Surgery. He is director of cardiac surgery at UPMC Passavant. Dr. West...read more

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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  • Allegheny General Hospital / School Of Medical Technology

    Medical School, 2007
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute

UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute9100 Babcock Blvd Pittsburgh, PA 15237
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UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute

UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute1211 Wilmington Ave New Castle, PA 16105
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UPMC Presbyterian

    200 Lothrop St
    Pittsburgh, PA 15213
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • UPMC Passavant-McCandless

    9100 Babcock Blvd
    Pittsburgh, PA 15237
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • UPMC Kane

    4372 Route 6
    Kane, PA 16735

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    85%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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