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Dr. Sam Akhavan, MD

Dr. Sam Akhavan, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Sam Akhavan, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 2001. He is affiliated with Allegheny General Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 38 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (38 reviews)

Practice

1307 Federal St Ste 2 Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Akhavan specializes in the areas of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. See hospitals
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Dr. Akhavan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Akhavan

4.5

38 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 14, 2024
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What went well
  • 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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Sanjeev Sharma – Sep 15, 2020
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What went well
  • 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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Jun 25, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Cathy – Jan 28, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
M. Ciccone in wexford, PA – Jan 13, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dawn W in Pittsburgh, PA – Nov 07, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
New York, NY – Oct 25, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Pittsburgh – Jul 05, 2017
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sherry Pierce (c/o Cameron) in Weirton, WV – May 01, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Robert in Canonsburg, PA – Apr 05, 2017
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Alejandra in Pittsburgh, PA – May 30, 2016
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What went well
  • 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
15 people found this helpful
Helpful
Michelle S. in Hermitage, PA – May 11, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

As a Sports Medicine physician, we are specifically qualified to treat all sports medicine injuries, from the professional athlete to the weekend warrior, We believe all patients should be treated with the same high quality of care. Our office...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

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

  • Case Medical Center, Cleveland Ohio

    Internship Hospital, 2010
  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation

    Fellowship Hospital, 2007
  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2001
  • Northwestern University

    Undergraduate School, 1997
  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine

    Undergraduate School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
American Board of Medical Specialties
Sports Medicine
Self designated 
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  • English

  • French

Locations

Practice

Allegheny Orthopedic Associates1307 Federal St Ste 2 Pittsburgh, PA 15212
1
Ahn Neurology-Pittsburgh200 Quinn Dr Ste 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15275
2

Practice

Office20215 Route 19 Cranberry Township, PA 16066
3

Practice

Allegheny Clinic12311 Perry Hwy Wexford, PA 15090
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  • Hours
    • Wed: 8:00am - 3:30pm
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Allegheny General Hospital

    320 E North Ave
    Pittsburgh, PA 15212
    Recipient of 11
    hospital 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

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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