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Dr. Peter Gerszten, MD

Dr. Peter Gerszten, MD

Neurosurgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Peter Gerszten, MD is a neurosurgeon in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UPMC Passavant-McCandless and UPMC Presbyterian. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

200 Lothrop St Ste B-400 Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(412) 647-3685

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Gerszten is affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian Pittsburgh, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Gerszten is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Gerszten specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Gerszten's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gerszten

3.8
20 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
65%
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4 star
5%
5%
3 star
0%
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2 star
5%
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1 star
25%
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Always Straightforward & cares
I've seen Dr. Gerszten for about 10 yrs and he was my 2nd opinion on the beginning and the only one that could help due to my being 30 at the time. He's done 2 spinal fusions & 3 other surgeries. I respect Dr. Gerszten as he's always very straight with you & has excellent bedside manners. His staff was very caring too and were prompt in returning my calls as well. I no longer live near PA unfortunately but if I could drive there for visits I would do so.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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SteelPeachy – Feb 15, 2023
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l traveled from erie pa. on oct. 16 to have surgery on a herniated l-4 disc. the disc interfered with my sciatica nerve. the pain was unbearable in my hip and down my lower left leg. Dr. Greszten performed the surgery and i have my quality of life back pain free. He saved my life,Also the care and his staff were wonderful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Richard P. Edinger – Nov 22, 2019
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Dr. Gerszten destroyed my husband. He did a surgery on him and discharged him in terrible terrible pain and left him with an unstable spine. My husband has suffered for 18 years since his experience with Gerszten. Horrible and left me with PTSD and a ruined life. He was completely different before the surgery (nice and compassionate) and after (dismissive). We were used and tossed aside.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Oct 01, 2019
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Worse bedside manner I have ever had to experience ... no exam ... if he spent 2 minutes with the patient that was exaggerating... most prejudicial and discriminating doctor I have meet towards overweight women... never discussed test results
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 15, 2019
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It was short i maybe saw him 3 mins at the most said i would be in a wheel chair if i don't get surgery other people came in the room and talked to me about what he will be doing , still rods and screw's and will stick a long needle in my hip and suck out bone marrow and shoot it in my disc , i still don't know if i will go through with it yet .
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 15, 2019
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I will not let anyone except Dr Gerzsten work on me. I went to Ohio State for a cervical fusion in Sept. 2011. After a year my chiropractor recommended I see dr. Gerzsten for a consultation because I wasn't better, I was worse. On a Friday in Jan. 2013, Dr. Gerzsten reviewed my films and said "I'm doing surgery & im doing it Tuesday" the hardware from the first dr needed removed & replaced & a 2nd level done. Dr. Gerzsten was my miracle worker. My back needs done & I won't go anywhere else!
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
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Leilani Williams – Feb 27, 2019
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Never did 1 simple thing for me, except talk over the course of 18 months. never asked about my Parkinson's or how it is affecting my neck and lower back pain. Continually asked me "how I want to proceed?" Ordered Neck Traction, and later discovered from other more competent Neurosurgeons and Neurologists, that the traction actuall caused more damage to my narrow canal in my neck. I have a lower body balance issue, and he said physical therapy on my neck would help push the discs back into place
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jerri in Mt Lebanon, PA – Feb 15, 2018
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the 'good' doctor has lost his focus and desire to help everyone. 5 visits and all we do is talk.. Well, he talks, I listen. He rarely lets me finish my sentence. He spends very little time with me. Never explains anything. So disheartening to visit this man.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Pittsburgh, PA – Nov 30, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

My motto is that "I treat patients, not pictures."  I strongly believe in the bio-psycho-social model of patient care.  I promise to treat my patients as I or my family members would expect to be treated. 

  • Neurosurgery

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

  • Upmc

    Fellowship Hospital, 2000

  • University Pittsburgh Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1993

  • Johns Hopkins School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Gerszten is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office200 Lothrop St Ste B-400 Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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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 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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