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Dr. Kentaro Onishi, DO

Dr. Kentaro Onishi, DO

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation*

Dr. Kentaro Onishi, DO is a physical medicine & rehabilitation physician in Pittsburgh, PA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UPMC St. Margaret and Penn Highlands Dubois.

4 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

3471 5th Ave Ste 1103 Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Make an Appointment

(412) 692-4400

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Onishi specializes in the areas of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Onishi's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Onishi

4.0
9 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
67%
67%
4 star
11%
11%
3 star
0%
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2 star
0%
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1 star
22%
22%

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I was a patient of Dr. Onishi at UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex 3 years ago. He did PRP and Prolotherapy for my hip and shoulder. I was able to heal and play sports such as golf and swimming without pain. He is one of the best sports medicine doctors and his kindness and humility are gifts.
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
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Barb – Feb 19, 2025
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Plantar Fasciitis
Following exam I was scheduled three weeks out for a procedure to relieve plantar fasciitis. Three days before the procedure his office called me, cancelled the procedure and said he was no longer practicing at UPMC and they could not tell me where I could find him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Aug 13, 2023
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Very thorough, spent a lot of time with me explaining my condition and his recommendations. Great bedside manner.
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
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Dody Wellock – Jun 15, 2023
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Dr Onishi helped me overcome major knee pain and other issues WITHOUT surgery or injections. His course of action will give me many more years before knee replacement might be necessary. I race triathlon several times a year and I’ve seen the greatest improvements in my performance since I started almost 2 decades ago. Love his humor and his careful way to explain my medical condition in layman’s terms. Thanks Dr Onishi for caring so much for the patients you treat!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Apr 26, 2023
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Awesome Doctor!!!
He helped my husband become pain free without a major surgery. Great sense of humor and great bedside manners. 5 stars +
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
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Lynn Knepp – Apr 05, 2023
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Dr Onishi is a joke-deserves a zero.
Doctor Onishi came strolling into my appointment 1 1/2 hours late with 4 students in tow, which was his priority - introducing them. After performing my ultrasound ( which was negative ) I PLEADED with him to help me find the answer to my chronic pain . He told me he “ trained at the Mayo Clinic and loves hard cases “ and that he would “ figure it out”. After he received my co- pay and the money to do his ultrasound, he wanted nothing to do with me and told me to go back to my PCP. Right.. that’s why they sent me to a specialist .. to figure out my chronic pain. Typical can’t think outside of the box doctor and this one is a joke . Don’t waste your time .. Mayo Clinic trained,, whatever.. means nothing . . If your problem doesn’t slap him in the face , could care less. Supposed to be the best.. I think not .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Lisa DeLuca – Mar 23, 2023
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Well worth the wait
I have travelled out of state to see Dr. Onishi. He is known as an expert in tendon injuries. He has helped me on two occasions. Each time I have visited him, it meant over 5 hours of travel one way for me, but each time, he was able to help me with my injuries to put me back on the start line of my races. His bedside manner is fantastic and he always puts me at ease if a procedure is needed with his humors and clear explanations. He may run late but this is assuring, as this means he is taking time he needs to help other patients in need. Dr. Onishi is the best, as he was voted by his patients to provide best patient experience amongst all UPMC doctors in his specialty.
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
Helpful
M. Hening – Dec 05, 2022
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About Me

biography

Dr. Kentaro Onishi, DO is a physical medicine & rehabilitation physician in Pittsburgh, PA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UPMC St. Margaret and Penn Highlands Dubois.

  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Western University Of Health Sciences

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation®
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Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Sports Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Office3471 5th Ave Ste 1103 Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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Practice

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Office2 Hot Metal St Pittsburgh, PA 15203
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UPMC St. Margaret

    815 Freeport Rd
    Pittsburgh, PA 15215
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    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 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
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