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Dr. Frank Plate specializes in orthopedic surgery, bringing 16 years of experience to their practice. They earned their medical degree from Medizinische Fakultaet Heidelberg Ruprecht-Karls-Universitaet Heidelberg in Germany and completed residency training at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. Dr. Plate also holds a PhD, reflecting their commitment to advanced medical knowledge. They communicate with patients in English.
Dr. Plate maintains affiliations with several prestigious medical centers, including Duke University Hospital, UPMC Shadyside, Wake Forest Baptist Health Davie Medical Center, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Montefiore. They practice in Pittsburgh and Monroeville, Pennsylvania. Their expertise includes treating osteoarthritis and managing high blood pressure in both adult and pediatric patients. Dr. Plate incorporates physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques into patient care to promote healing and recovery.
Dr. Plate maintains affiliations with several prestigious medical centers, including Duke University Hospital, UPMC Shadyside, Wake Forest Baptist Health Davie Medical Center, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Montefiore. They practice in Pittsburgh and Monroeville, Pennsylvania. Their expertise includes treating osteoarthritis and managing high blood pressure in both adult and pediatric patients. Dr. Plate incorporates physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques into patient care to promote healing and recovery.
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Quick Facts
- 16 years of experience
- 33 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
- 1 specialty
- 2 areas of expertise
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
Office Locations
Dr. Frank Johannes Plate, MD, PhD has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Frank Johannes Plate, MD, PhD | Dr. Chris Hoedt, MD | Dr. Justin James Hicks, MD | Dr. Steven Joseph Magister, MD |
| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 16 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Pittsburgh , PA | Greenville , NC | Pittsburgh , PA | Cleveland , OH |
| Med School: Medizinische Fakultaet Heidelberg Ruprecht-Karls-Universitaet Heidelberg | Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School | Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Frank Johannes Plate, MD, PhD
Medical Specialties
Dr. Frank Johannes Plate, MD, PhD has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Frank Johannes Plate, MD, PhD has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
16 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
Medical School
Medizinische Fakultaet Heidelberg Ruprecht-Karls-Universitaet HeidelbergGraduated in 2010
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- Dr. Frank Plate, MD, PhD is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, Upmc Shadyside, Wake Forest Baptist Health Davie Medical Center, Upmc Presbyterian, and Upmc Montefiore.
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