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Summary
Dr. George Gittes specializes in surgery with extensive expertise in hernia repair procedures. They earned their medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed residency training at UCSF Medical Center. With 39 years of experience in surgical practice, Dr. Gittes brings decades of knowledge to patient care. They provide care in English.
Dr. Gittes practices at several respected medical facilities, including UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, UPMC Magee Women's Hospital, and Heritage Valley Sewickley Hospital, with locations in Pittsburgh and Lemoyne, Pennsylvania. Their surgical expertise focuses on treating ventral hernias, inguinal hernias, and sports hernias. They perform abdominal hernia repair procedures and specialized hernia repair surgery for children. Patients consistently rate Dr. Gittes highly, giving them an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
Dr. Gittes practices at several respected medical facilities, including UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, UPMC Magee Women's Hospital, and Heritage Valley Sewickley Hospital, with locations in Pittsburgh and Lemoyne, Pennsylvania. Their surgical expertise focuses on treating ventral hernias, inguinal hernias, and sports hernias. They perform abdominal hernia repair procedures and specialized hernia repair surgery for children. Patients consistently rate Dr. Gittes highly, giving them an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 39 years of experience
- 4 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Ucsf Medical Center
- 1 specialty
- 6 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. George Kingsley Gittes, MD has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. George Kingsley Gittes, MD, MD | Dr. Edwin Chester Fischl, MD | Dr. Jason Robert Kosky, MD | Dr. Cong Huy Vu |
| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| 39 Years of Experience | 56 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Pittsburgh , PA | Sewickley , PA | Pittsburgh , PA | Pittsburgh , PA |
| Med School: Harvard Medical School | Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania | Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. George Kingsley Gittes, MD
Medical Specialties
Dr. George Kingsley Gittes, MD has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. George Kingsley Gittes, MD has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
39 Years Experience
Dr. George Kingsley Gittes, MD 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 Ucsf Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1987.
NPI Number
Dr. Gittes, MD's NPI number is 1659344679.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Dr. George Gittes, MD accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. George Gittes, MD has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. George Gittes, MD's office located?
- Dr. George Gittes, MD's office is located at 4401 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15224.
- What languages does Dr. George Gittes, MD speak?
- Dr. George Gittes, MD speaks English.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. George Gittes, MD?
- You can find contact information for Dr. George Gittes, MD here on Vitals.
- Which hospitals is Dr. George Gittes, MD affiliated with?
- Dr. George Gittes, MD is affiliated with Upmc Childrens Hospital Of Pittsburgh, Upmc Magee Womens Hospital, and Heritage Valley Sewickley Hospital.
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