Summary

Franklin H. Chou, MD, is a graduate of the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. He completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, as well as a fellowship in hand and upper extremity surgery at UPMC. Dr. Chou is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and obtained a subspecialty certificate in surgery of the hand. Dr. Chou currently serves as clinical instructor of orthopedic surgery at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Chou and his partners at Three Rivers Orthopedic Associates – UPMC were recently acknowledged among Pittsburgh’s “Best Doctors” in 2016 by Pittsburgh Magazine.

Quick Facts

  • 4.9
  • 21 years of experience
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 6 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations

Office Locations

Dr. Franklin Chou, MD has 2 locations

Franklin Chou, MD

200 Delafield RdPittsburgh, PA 15215

Franklin Chou, MD

1624 Pacific AveNatrona Heights, PA 15065

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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Chinese, English, French
Pittsburgh , PAALIQUIPPA , PAPittsburgh , PAPittsburgh , PA
Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences Med School: Oakland University William Beaumont School Of Medicine Med School: West Virginia University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Franklin Chou, MD

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

Medical Specialties

Dr. Franklin Chou, MD has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Franklin Chou, MD has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Dupuytren's Contracture
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Columbia University College Of Physicians & SurgeonsGraduated in 2005

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Dr. Franklin Chou, MD affiliated with?
Dr. Franklin Chou, MD is affiliated with Upmc Saint Margaret, Upmc Magee Womens Hospital, Upmc Shadyside, Upmc Presbyterian, Upmc Montefiore, and Upmc Saint Margaret Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility.
What languages does Dr. Franklin Chou, MD speak?
Dr. Franklin Chou, MD speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Franklin Chou, MD's office located?
Dr. Franklin Chou, MD's office is located at 200 Delafield Rd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15215.

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