Summary

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.

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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 locations

Frank Johannes Plate, MD, PhD

5200 Centre AvePittsburgh, PA 15232

Frank Johannes Plate, MD, PhD

600 Oxford DrMonroeville, PA 15146

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Dr. Frank Johannes Plate, MD, PhDDr. Chris Hoedt, MDDr. Tomasz Konstanty KozakDr. William Thomas Green Jr, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients
16 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Pittsburgh , PANew Bern , NCPittsburgh , PAPittsburgh , PA
Med School: Medizinische Fakultaet Heidelberg Ruprecht-Karls-Universitaet Heidelberg Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Frank Johannes Plate, MD, PhD

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Priority Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - HMO
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

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

  • Adult Reconstructive Orthopedics
  • Sports Medicine (orthopedic Surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

Dr. Frank Johannes Plate, MD, PhD holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Medizinische Fakultaet Heidelberg Ruprecht-Karls-Universitaet Heidelberg in 2010.

NPI Number

Dr. Plate, MD, PhD's NPI number is 1942644406.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Dr. Frank Plate, MD, PhD speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Frank Plate, MD, PhD affiliated with?
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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