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Dr. Alexander Spiess, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 52
Dr. Alexander Spiess, MD
4.0 (12 Ratings)
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Dr. Alexander Spiess, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 52
Trafford, PA
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience
 

Overview

Dr. Alexander Spiess, MD works in Trafford, PA as an Orthopedic Hand Surgery Specialist and has 24 years experience.

They are board certified in Hand Surgery and graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 2000. Dr. Spiess completed a residency at Wayne State University/DMC. At present, Dr. Spiess has received an average rating of 4.0 from patients and has been reviewed 12 times. They are affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian. They are accepting new patients. Dr. Spiess practices at Practice in Trafford, PA and has additional offices in Pittsburgh, PA, Greensburg, PA and McKeesport, PA.

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  • Cigna PPO
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  • Geisinger Choice with no Referral PPO
  • Choice Care Network PPO
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  • MVP Health Plan EPO
  • Choice Plus POS
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    Premium Network Plans PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Pittsburgh Hand and Nerve PC
    101 Orchard Dr Ste 201, Trafford, PA 15085
  2. 2 Office
    3550 Terrace St, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
  3. 3 Office
    410 Pellis Rd Ste 1B, Greensburg, PA 15601
  4. 4 Meta-hilberg Hematology Oncology Assoc
    500 HOSPITAL WAY, McKeesport, PA 15132
  5. 5 Upp Department of Plastic Surgery
    3601 5th Ave Fl 6, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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Based on 12 Reviews
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1 Star (3)

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Apr 26, 2024
Dr. Spiess took his time and thoroughly explained the cause of my pain and treatment options. I decided to try the injection even though I was unsure he was very caring and explained the process at each step. Would definitely recommend him to all my family and friends. Staff was also helpful and friendly.
— Apr 26, 2024
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About Me

Specialties*
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Pediatric Hand Surgery
Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery
Peripheral Nerve Surgery
General Hand Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Illinois College of Medicine
    2000
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery and Plastic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University Of North Carolina At Chapell Hill
    2003
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Wayne State University/DMC
    2006
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
    2007
Fellowship Hospital

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Dr. Alexander Spiess, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Spiess accepts Cigna, Geisinger Health Plan and Humana as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Spiess accepts here.

Dr. Spiess has a star rating of 4.0/5 and has been reviewed 12 times.

Dr. Spiess is board certified in Hand Surgery and Plastic Surgery.

Dr. Spiess has been practicing as an Orthopedic Hand Surgery Specialist for 24 years.

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Hospital Affiliations

  • UPMC Presbyterian

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