Dr. James P. Otoole, MD | Pittsburgh, PA | Interventional Cardiologist

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Dr. Otoole graduated from the St Louis University School of Medicine in 1999. He works in Pittsburgh, PA and 1 other location and specializes in Interventional Cardiology, Plastic Surgery and Surgery. Dr. Otoole is affiliated with Upmc Shadyside.

accepting new patients
4.4

46 Ratings
27 years of experience
20 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center
18 written reviews
3 specialties
8 areas of expertise
3 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Otoole's Ratings and Reviews

4.4

46 Ratings with 18 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 11 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (28) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Had a good bedside manner: (29) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Spent time with me: (28) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (28) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Flexible scheduling: (30) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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If you are diagnosed with breast cancer, please seek a consult with him first. He and his staff are truly patient-oriented, kind and compassionate. I could not be more pleased.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 16th, 2019

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Very different from doctors I have met in the past. He is awesome!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 17th, 2014

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Dr.James O'Toole,is the best DR.his knowledge & caring for you personal is above !!!He is a caring family person who treats you as if you are a part of his family that he cares about & and is very truthful .A Dr who helped & in health decisions to make life less naturally less painful.Your & your staff ,I am so thankful for guiding me. Bless you & you wounder family,

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 30th, 2013

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I highly recommend Dr. O'Toole for breast cancer patients who are looking for alternatives to traditional (two-stage) reconstructive surgery. He is very knowledgeable re: single stage reconstruction and is very compassionate towards his patients.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 2nd, 2013

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Dr. O'Toole performed immediate reconstruction following bilateral mastectomy. I am completely happy with my reconstruction. Dr. O'Toole fit me into his when I had some minor complications. He was never distracted or rushed. I felt like I had 100% of his attention at each and every visit. He is extremely compassionate and truly cares for his patients.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 26th, 2012

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Of all of the doctors involved in my breast cancer care Dr O'Toole was and is by far, by far the best!

July 23rd, 2012

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Awesome!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 1st, 2012

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Fantastic!!!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 31st, 2012

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While I did wait a little longer than I wanted to (not as long I do in all my other doctors offices!!)- he apologized and explained he was spending extra time with a breast cancer patient, I get that. What impressed me the most was that he was knowlegdable about all of my medical issues, even the weird ones that other doctors know nothing about! I feel like I am in very good hands!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 23rd, 2012

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recently saw Dr O'toole for breast health issues, he must have spent over an hour with me and explained everything very clearly! He let me know of all of my options, the good and the bad. For. The first time i feel like I'm the one in control! that is one great feeling!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 9th, 2012

Otoole Plastic Surgery

5830 Ellsworth Ave Ste 300Pittsburgh, PA 15232

Tel: (412) 345-1615

Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Allegheny General Hospital

320 E North AvePittsburgh, PA 15212

Tel: (412) 359-3131


Dr. James Patrick Otoole, MD	Dr. Katherine Wailen Su	Dr. Daniel James Lewis	Dr. Laura Anne Washburn
Interventional Cardiology	Surgery	Family Medicine	Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.4 (46 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
27 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience	7 Years of Experience	6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Pittsburgh , PA	Evanston , IL	Syracuse , NY	Pittsburgh , PA
Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine	Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center	Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine	Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine
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Cosmetic Surgery
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Dr. James Patrick Otoole 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 University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from St Louis University School Of Medicine in 1999.

NPI Number

Dr. Otoole's NPI number is 1790936631.

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Joshua Adam David
Plastic Surgery
7 Years Exp | Pittsburgh, PA
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Alexander Christoforos Wu
Emergency Medicine
1 Year Exp | Pittsburgh, PA
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George A Gadalla
Anesthesiology
7 Years Exp | Monroeville, PA
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Francesco Maria Egro
Plastic Surgery
16 Years Exp | Pittsburgh, PA
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Justin Kyle Williams
Plastic Surgery
10 Years Exp | Pittsburgh, PA
(0)
Lei Yang
Anesthesiology
16 Years Exp | Pittsburgh, PA
(0)
Sripadh Balasubramanian Sharma
Plastic Surgery
4 Years Exp | Pittsburgh, PA
(0)
Dr. William F Gourash
Nurse Practitioner
| Pittsburgh, PA
(0)

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