Summary

Catherine M. Birk, MD is a specialist in the field of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with a focus on stroke, Parkinson’s Disease and spasticity management. Dr. Birk is one of the few in the area who program the Deep Brain Stimulator for control of Parkinson’s Disease. She has been a member of the medical staff at HealthSouth Harmarville Rehabilitation Hospital since 1987 and a member of ChoiceCare Physicians group practice since 1990. Dr. Birk is on staff at various area hospitals and skilled nursing facilities. Dr. Birk has presented educational and promotional information for the Stroke Program on behalf of HealthSouth Harmarville Rehabilitation Hospital and ChoiceCare Physicians. Dr. Birk has been on courtesy staff of the West Penn Allegheny Health System since 2001 and active staff at the Suburban Campus and the Alle-Kiski Medical Center since 2000. Dr. Birk is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh Medical School and completed her residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. She is on the board of the American Parkinson’s Disease Association, Pittsburgh Area Chapter and member of multiple professional societies. Dr. Birk is board certified by the National Board of Medical Examiners and the American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 42 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Catherine Mary Birk has 4 locations

Allegheny Health Network Bariatric And Metabolic Institute

4815 Liberty Ave Ste 215Pittsburgh, PA 15224
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

Allegheny Orthopaedic Associates

4727 Friendship Ave Ste 200Pittsburgh, PA 15224

Allegheny Orthopaedic Associates

4727 Friendship AvePittsburgh, PA 15224

Allegheny General Hospital

320 E North AvePittsburgh, PA 15212

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Dr. Catherine Mary Birk, MDDr. Tony Lee Boggess, DODr. Michelle Deanna Fell, MDDr. Scott Alan Golden, MD
Physical Medicine & RehabilitationPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationPsychiatry
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.8 
42 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Pittsburgh , PAANN ARBOR , MIMonongahela , PAPittsburgh , PA
Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine Med School: Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Catherine Mary Birk

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Catherine Mary Birk has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Catherine Mary Birk has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Pain
  • EMG/Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Injury
  • Nerve Damage
  • Prosthetics
  • Rehabilitation
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery Recovery

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Pittsburgh School Of MedicineGraduated in 1984

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Dr. Catherine Birk's office is located at 4815 Liberty Ave Ste 215, Pittsburgh, PA, 15224.
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Dr. Catherine Birk is affiliated with West Penn Hospital.

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