4.6
23 Ratings with 7 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Sam Buffer is a cardiovascular disease specialist with expertise in internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Pennsylvania Health System. With 38 years of experience treating heart and vascular conditions, Dr. Buffer brings extensive knowledge to patient care. He speaks Spanish and Chinese in addition to English.
Dr. Buffer practices at UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute locations in Pittsburgh and Cranberry Township, with hospital affiliations at UPMC Passavant Cranberry. His clinical focus includes treating high cholesterol and coronary artery disease. He performs blood tests and chemistry panels to monitor heart health and assess cardiovascular risk factors. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Buffer practices at UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute locations in Pittsburgh and Cranberry Township, with hospital affiliations at UPMC Passavant Cranberry. His clinical focus includes treating high cholesterol and coronary artery disease. He performs blood tests and chemistry panels to monitor heart health and assess cardiovascular risk factors. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 38 years of experience
- 19 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, Chinese
- University Of Pennsylvania Health System
- 7 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 9 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 8 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Sam Anthony Buffer has 8 locationsUpmc Heart And Vascular Institute
9100 Babcock Blvd Ste 1135Pittsburgh, PA 15237 Tel: (412) 748-6484
Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Upmc Heart And Vascular Institute At Upmc Passavant Cranberry
3 Saint Francis Way Ste 202Cranberry Township, PA 16066 Tel: (724) 772-1133
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Sam Anthony Buffer, MD | Dr. Miteshkumar Babubhai Patel, MD | Dr. Sergio Jose Murillo, MD | Dr. Bryan James Mcverry, MD |
| Cardiovascular Disease | Anesthesiology | Hospital Medicine | Critical Care Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 38 Years of Experience | 23 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, Chinese | |||
| Pittsburgh , PA | Pittsburgh , PA | Beaver , PA | Pittsburgh , PA |
| Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine | Med School: Kempegowda Institute Of Medical Sciences | Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine | Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sam Anthony Buffer
Medical Specialties
Dr. Sam Anthony Buffer has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Sam Anthony Buffer has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
University Of Pennsylvania Health System
Medical School
University Of Pittsburgh School Of MedicineGraduated in 1988
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- Dr. Sam Buffer is affiliated with Upmc Passavant Cranberry.
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