Summary

Dr. Lawrence Wechsler is a neurologist and internal medicine specialist who earned his medical degree from the Perelman School of Medicine at University of Pennsylvania. With 48 years of experience treating neurological conditions, he brings extensive expertise to complex cases involving the brain and nervous system. He speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Wechsler practices at multiple locations throughout Pennsylvania, with primary affiliations at UPMC Mercy and various UPMC facilities in Pittsburgh, as well as Penn Neurology at Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia. He specializes in treating stroke patients, including those who have experienced cerebrovascular accidents and ischemic strokes. His practice also focuses on managing atherosclerosis, which can affect blood flow to the brain. Dr. Wechsler performs and interprets MRI scans of the head to diagnose neurological conditions and coordinates speech therapy for patients recovering from stroke. Patients rate him 4.5 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.5
  • 48 years of experience
  • 11 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Univ Of Pennsylvania
  • 2 specialties
  • 21 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 16 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Lawrence R Wechsler has 16 locations

Upmc Lillian Kaufmann Building

3471 5th AvePittsburgh, PA 15213
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Penn Neurology Pennsylvania Hospital

330 S 9th St Fl 3Philadelphia, PA 19107
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Upmc Northwest

100 Fairfield DrSeneca, PA 16346

Upmc Bedford

10455 Lincoln HwyEverett, PA 15537

Upmc Mercy

1400 Locust StPittsburgh, PA 15219

Upmc Presbyterian

200 Lothrop StPittsburgh, PA 15213

Forbes Hospital

2570 Haymaker RdMonroeville, PA 15146

Upmc East

2775 Mosside BlvdMonroeville, PA 15146

Upmc Magee Womens Hospital

300 Halket StPittsburgh, PA 15213

Upmc Shadyside

5230 Centre AvePittsburgh, PA 15232

Upmc Saint Margaret

815 Freeport RdPittsburgh, PA 15215

Upmc Passavant Mccandless

9100 Babcock BlvdPittsburgh, PA 15237

Upmc Shadyside

5230 Centre Ave Ste 538Pittsburgh, PA 15232

Penn Neurology Pennsylvania Hospital

330 S 9th St # 3Philadelphia, PA 19107

Upmc Montefiore

3459 5th AvePittsburgh, PA 15213

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48 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English, Russian
Pittsburgh , PAPhiladelphia , PAPittsburgh , PAPittsburgh , PA
Med School: Univ Of Pennsylvania Med School: State Univ Of Medicine And Pharmacy Nicolae Testemitanu Fac Of Med Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lawrence R Wechsler

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lawrence R Wechsler has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lawrence R Wechsler has the following 21 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Brain Disorder
  • Brain Ischemia
  • Carotid Endarterectomy
  • Carotid Stenosis
  • Cerebrovascular Disorders
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Internal Medicine
  • Intracerebral Hemorrhage (Bleeding In The Brain)
  • Intracranial Arteriosclerosis
  • Intracranial Embolism and Thrombosis
  • Middle Cerebral Artery Infarction
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Migraine Disorders
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Stroke
  • Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
  • Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Univ Of Pennsylvania
Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of PennsylvaniaGraduated in 1978

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Dr. Lawrence Wechsler's office is located at 3471 5th Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Lawrence Wechsler affiliated with?
Dr. Lawrence Wechsler is affiliated with Upmc Mercy.

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