Summary

Dr. Karen Scandrett specializes in geriatric medicine and internal medicine, bringing three decades of clinical expertise to caring for older adults and managing complex health conditions. She earned her medical degree from the University of Chicago Division of Biological Sciences Pritzker School of Medicine and completed her residency at Beth Israel Medical Center. Her extensive experience spans 30 years of dedicated practice in providing comprehensive care tailored to the unique needs of aging patients.

Dr. Scandrett practices at multiple UPMC locations throughout Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, including UPMC Senior Care Shadyside, UPMC Geriatric Medicine, UPMC Montefiore Hospital, UPMC Shadyside, and UPMC Presbyterian. She focuses on treating chronic kidney disease and helping patients manage atrial fibrillation. Her approach includes coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients maintain mobility and independence. Patients consistently rate her highly, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5, reflecting her compassionate and thorough approach to senior care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 30 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • Beth Israel Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 7 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Karen Glasser Scandrett has 7 locations

Upmc Senior Care Shadyside

5200 Centre Ave Ste 405Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Mon8:00 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

Upmc Geriatric Medicine

3471 5th Ave Ste 500Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Upmc Montefiore Hospital

3459 5th AvePittsburgh, PA 15213

Upmc Shadyside

5230 Centre AvePittsburgh, PA 15232

Upmc Presbyterian

200 Lothrop StPittsburgh, PA 15213

Upmc Shadyside

5230 Centre Ave Ste 538Pittsburgh, PA 15232

Upmc Presbyterian

200 LOTHROP ST RM F677PITTSBURGH, PA 15213

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Geriatric MedicineNurse PractitionerPublic Health & General Preventive MedicineNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients
4.8 
3.7 
30 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Russian, English Speaks Russian, Spanish, English, Italian
Pittsburgh , PASewickley , PAMckeesport , PABentleyville , PA
Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: Geisel School Of Medicine At Dartmouth
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Glasser Scandrett

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • National Vision Administrators
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - HMO
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karen Glasser Scandrett has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karen Glasser Scandrett has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • Dementia Testing
  • EOL Care
  • Internal Medicine
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Senility
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Beth Israel Medical Center

Medical School

Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of MedicineGraduated in 1996

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Dr. Karen Scandrett's office is located at 5200 Centre Ave Ste 405, Pittsburgh, PA, 15232.
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