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Dr. Neil Christie, MD

Dr. Neil Christie, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Neil Christie, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UPMC Presbyterian and UPMC St. Margaret. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (16 reviews)

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center (Medical Oncology)

5115 Centre Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15232

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(412) 692-4724

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Christie specializes in the area of 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. Christie's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Christie

4.1
16 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
75%
75%
4 star
0%
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3 star
6%
6%
2 star
0%
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1 star
19%
19%

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Husband ‘s lung surgery
I want to thank Dr Christie for taking great care of my husband Ray , he is an outstanding surgeon and a great guy !! Thanks to his Team as well. He is simply the best ever !!! I am forever grateful !!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Kathy Harrington – Feb 22, 2025
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Excellent Physician
Dr. Christie is a wonderful doctor. He listened to my concerns regarding my cancer and answered all of my questions. He repeatedly came to check on me following surgery and showed genuine concern for my health and well being. I cannot speak highly enough about him. It is no wonder my nurse anesthetist daughter, who knows who provides quality care in the hospital, referred him to me.
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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Mark E. Kinley – Aug 30, 2024
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Dr just in it for the money
Neil Christie is one of these doctors that will just waste a bunch of your time . He will schedule you to do all these god awful tests then tell you you have a problem and he can fix it for you but since he is in his age and old he would rather not fix it so he sends you to another doctor after all the time you wasted with him . Basically he wants to get paid without having to do the surgery . How much money And time this man wasted is astounding . It’s just another example of a failed health care system where the American taxpayer is taken advantage of . You go to these other countries in Europe it’s ten times better do not believe their lies !
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Mike Frisco – Feb 28, 2024
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I am currently under Dr. Christie's care, and from my first meeting till this very minute he has instilled a feeling of confidence and trust. My care has been the absolute best in all my 67 years. I would and do recommend most highly Dr. Christie. One of if not the best. David G. Alvis 10-2-19
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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David G. Alvis – Oct 02, 2019
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I was diagnosed with Lung cancer on 9/1/2014. A local Pulmonary Physician suggested I go for Radiation right away but my family and I had heard of Dr Christie from a close friend and called for an appointment right away. After many tests, Dr Christie told us I was a good candidate for surgery to remove the lung where the cancer was and that happened on October 16, 2014. It was rough for a couple of weeks but whenever I had a problem, Dr Christie was there for me. I will forever be thankful for the care he gave me and also for as of September 1, 2019 I can say I am a survivor. Dr Christie saved my life!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Sep 19, 2019
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Phenomenal. Exceptional. Come to mind. But, There really are no words to describe the care Dr. Christie and his staff provide me. From the first moment I met him, I knew I was in great hands. He explained every aspect of the procedure. Made sure I had no questions and was comfortable with what was going to happen throughout the process. Just prior to the surgery, Dr. Christie made sure I knew that we were in this together. His team was amazing. Everyone was at the top of their game. I am so glad that I travelled from Florida to have Dr. Christie and his staff operate on me. It was worth it. After the surgery, Dr. Christie and his staff came multiple times a day to check on my progress. World class. Heaven forbid anyone has to go through this procedure. But if you do, I highly recommend Dr. Christie and his 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
What could be improved
No results
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LSD – Aug 27, 2019
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Dr. Christie was great and can be credited with identifying and removing my lung cancer.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Liss in Pittsburgh, PA – Jun 17, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

Neil A Christie, MD, is the director of LIFE Bronchoscopy and Early Lung Cancer Detection Program. He specializes in select areas of thoracic surgery including minimally invasive thoracic surgery, antireflux surgery, fluorescent bronchoscopy, and...read more

biography

Neil A. Christie, MD, is the director of LIFE Bronchoscopy and Early Lung Cancer Detection Program. He specializes in select areas of thoracic surgery including minimally invasive thoracic surgery, antireflux surgery, fluorescent bronchoscopy,...read more

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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  • University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center (Medical Oncology)

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center (Medical Oncology)5115 Centre Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15232
1

UPMC Esophageal and Lung Surgery Institute

UPMC Esophageal and Lung Surgery Institute5200 Centre Ave Ste 715 Pittsburgh, PA 15232
2
UPMC Esophageal and Lung Surgery Institute126 E Church St Ste 2100 Somerset, PA 15501
3

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

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    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 St. Margaret

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

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    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 Altoona

    620 Howard Ave
    Altoona, PA 16601
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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