I do not write reviews on a regular basis. I am like the newly baptized, however, when I happen…read moreupon an extraordinary experience. It's pretty scary when pain hits suddenly, seemingly out of nowhere and it doesn't go away no matter what I do. Visits with our PCP ends on an unsatisfactory note. The Dr prescribes physical therapy and medication. It feels like abandonment when our medical professional stops listening when nothing seems to work long term. It got to the point I was resigned to the fact that no treatment existed and I would have to struggle with chronic pain for the rest of my life. Depression hangs over my head like a black cloud for months. A referral and subsequent appointment with Dr Shetty gives me hope and no more hitting brick walls. Dr Shetty is a medical professional that weighs the objective evidence before stating definitively what's going on and what's next. I did not feel he was guessing at what was going on and I did not feel like I was a lab experiment. His calm, relaxed demeanor and methodical approach let me know the good Dr was actually weighing objective evidence. He asked specific questions and conducted a physical examination to find the location and nature of my chronic pain. After reviewing the x-rays, Dr Shetty concluded with an evidence-based determination. There was no rush as I asked my questions. Dr Shetty was respectful and listened to my concerns. He responded with empathy and was pleasant overall. I know the end of this saga will be chronic pain-free. He's exceptional as an orthopedic and pain management specialist.

remember the old days when your doctor would talk to you? I'm very appreciative of the care I got…read moretoday..... but this is the second doctor I've visited from this practice that does everything they can to talk so that you can't either interject or ask a question.

I initially hesitated to make an appointment to see Dr. Ryan M. Ridenour, because he didn't have…read moremany online reviews. I decided to schedule an appointment with him after being examined by two other doctors who I felt weren't listening to me regarding the issues I was having with my feet. Dr. Ridenour really listened, worked to get a thorough understanding of my condition, and didn't rush to say surgery before trying conservative methods. The surgery that Dr. Ridenour performed (which was different than what the other two doctors were recommending) was successful - every step of the process was clearly explained to me, and Dr. Ridenour didn't mind "all the questions." I would highly recommend him to anyone with foot or ankle issues.

I went to this doctor, filled out the pre-visit paperwork which stated I had an issue with my…read moreshoulder and elbow; nobody looked at the medical history in advance based on all their questions. This doctor only addressed 50% of the two issues - elbow and wouldn't address my shoulder at all. He couldn't have cared less and even smirked about it when I asked about my shoulder. $190 for the visit and 4-5 min spent w/him - max! He's a part of the problem with the medical field today and I thought it was always insurance companies to blame with 5 min a patient visit but when I asked about my shoulder, again, he just smirked at me. I'm sure he wanted me to setup another appointment despite the fact, again, he could have addressed my shoulder in the additional 2-5 minutes but the single visit $190 plus x-ray cost wasn't enough for him. It's really a breach of his medical oath to not even do a quick assessment of my shoulder. And the office won't tell you they'll only address one issue at a time until after you've checked in. If there was zero stars to rate him - that'd be it! My guess is when he started out as a doctor, freshly had taken his oath he was probably good, but he simply doesn't truly CARE about his patients anymore.

Dr. Christopher Donaldson is a doctor I would recommend to anybody. He has so much schooling,…read moremedical knowledge, and experience behind him. He evaluates you and knows exactly what is wrong or what the next step you need to take is. Surgery is not the first thing he recommends, but he gives you options that you have. I am an athlete and he knows the only thing I really want to do is get back on the tennis court and play. He tailors my treatment and options to the goals I want. It may be a long time till I get back to my playing, but he is helping me every step of the way. Out of all the doctors at western Pa Orthopedics and sports medicine, I highly recommend him.

I have seen three different doctors and a PA at this office for various issues. It's been a mixed…read moreexperience but I know I can be a tough case. They do offer some online scheduling and also by phone. It is a big office and quite busy. There are several different check in windows when you arrive. I do feel possibly a better screening process when calling to schedule. They scheduled me to see a PA (my regular doctor was on leave) and even the PA questioned why I was seeing him as there wasn't really anything he could do. I wound up having to schedule to see another doctor a few weeks later. The office seems to operate fairly efficiently. They usually send you for X-rays before seeing the actual doctor so that the doctor has already seen them before coming in to see you. They also have an orthotist in office to fit you with any braces or boots etc that are needed. My normal specialist here is Dr. Hasselman. He is great. Very thorough. Listens to concerns. Willing to think out of the box. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who needs a foot/ankle specialist.

Dr. McLean is arrogant and demeaning. Doesn't take the patient seriously. He should retire!read more

The Dr's are great but the front desk staff is a different story. They REFUSE to answer the phones…read more They will tell you they are understaffed but in reality they have 4-5 girls up front. There is ZERO excuse as to why they don't answer other than they are LAZY. Dr's please hire me new front desk personal. It's not hard to understand any you barely have a 2 star rating.

I went to see Dr. Ruggeri this morning because of chronic right knee pain and the certainty I had…read morethat I probably would need a knee replacement . Sure enough, x-rays that Dr. Ruggeri ordered confirmed that I was literally bone on bone for the knee, which he also stated verbatim to me. Throughout the visit I felt quite dismissed by him and very uncomfortable with the fact that he did not want to seem to listen to me. So he did give me a steroid injection for the knee I asked him for a short-term Supply of pain medication until we could see whether the steroid injection worked or not. He was adamant that he would not do this and when I tried to speak to him further about it my perception was that he was almost downright rude . I will not be returning to Western Pennsylvania Orthopedics. By the way I have already had three joint replacements and so I do have an idea of what's going on with my body .

Office well organized, low wait time, nice workers. Eventually had a total hip replacement by Dr…read more Vena. Pre and post operative care comfortable. Result was simply excellent. I could not be more pleased with the entire experience.

i am a patient of Dr Vena and was a grateful recipient of a robotic hip replacement 4/18/23…read moreperformed by Dr Vena. Everything went great and I am very happily out of pain completely in two months time. I highly recommend Dr Vena.