Dr. Arlan Mintz of the neurology department came to my rescue last year by getting me into see one of the best neurosurgeons on the West Coast (at UCSF, which seem to have an admittance policy best described as "patient-averse"). So while visiting Pittsburgh I stopped by to meet him in person.
First of all, getting set-up in UPMCs patient system was a breeze (you'd think all hospitals would have this streamlined) and all of the staff were friendly, happy and helpful. Dr. Mintz also provided me with some additional (and much needed) insight into the potential cause of some post-surgery issues I've been having.
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