4.5
11 Ratings with 4 written Reviews
Summary
H. James Pfaeffle, MD, PhD, is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon with Tri Rivers Musculoskeletal Centers and a member of its hand and upper extremity team. He studied mechanical engineering prior to entering medical school and earned his medical degree and doctorate in bioengineering from the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Pfaeffle completed his internship and orthopaedic surgery residency at UPMC. He completed a hand surgery fellowship at the University of Washington in Seattle, where he refined his skills in hand and upper extremity surgery and microsurgery. In addition to performing arthroscopic hand, wrist and elbow surgery, Dr. Pfaeffle treats congenital hand conditions, fractures, dislocations, ligament injuries, and arthritis.
Quick Facts
- 26 years of experience
- 45 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, Chinese
- University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine
- 4 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 17 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 5 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. H. James Pfaeffle, MD, PhD has 2 locationsH. James Pfaeffle, MD, PhD
6998 Crider RdMars, PA 16046Mon8:00 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
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| Hand Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Hand Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 26 Years of Experience | 36 Years of Experience | 46 Years of Experience | 42 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, Chinese | Speaks Spanish, Chinese | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Butler , PA | Pittsburgh , PA | Natrona Heights , PA | Cranberry Township , PA |
| Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. H. James Pfaeffle, MD, PhD
Medical Specialties
Dr. H. James Pfaeffle, MD, PhD has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. H. James Pfaeffle, MD, PhD has the following 17 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
26 Years Experience
Dr. H. James Pfaeffle, 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
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine in 2000.
NPI Number
Dr. Pfaeffle, MD, PhD's NPI number is 1609841139.
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- Dr. H. Pfaeffle, MD, PhD is affiliated with Butler Memorial Hospital, Upmc Passavant Mccandless, Upmc Passavant Cranberry, Upmc Rehabilitation Institute At Upmc Passavant Mccandless, and AHN WEXFORD HOSPITAL.
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