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  4. Dr. James O'Toole, MD

Dr. James O'Toole, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery•Male•Age 50

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Dr. James O'Toole, MD is a Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 24 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Saint Louis University / School of Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. James O'Toole, MD

O'Toole Plastic Surgery

5830 Ellsworth Ave Ste 300 Pittsburgh, PA 15232
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Terrific doctor! Terrific practice!
From our first call to the office (we were very concerned) to the removal of the last stitch, Dr. O'Toole and his staff are top-notch. Dr. O'Toole removed melanoma from my husband's face and the scar is just about invisible. We appreciate his care, concern, and compassion.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Melanoma care – Feb 25, 2023
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Amazing Doctor and Team!
I went to see Dr. O’Toole after being referred by my dermatologist for mole removal on my face. When I was there for that consultation, I also inquired about a breast reduction and after speaking with Dr. O’Toole, I wanted to follow through with the surgery. Dr. O’Toole and his entire team - Kadie, Nicole, and Tracy, are amazing. Unlike a lot of doctors I’ve come in contact with over the years, Dr. O’Toole listens to your questions and concerns. He takes the time to explain everything thoroughly, and makes himself available to his patients even after office hours if you have any concerns. I felt comfortable going into my surgery and knew I was in good hands. The first thing I noticed within the first week post-surgery was that my back pain was gone. Now I am six weeks out and along with the back pain gone, I finally feel like I look the way I am supposed to look. I am so happy with the results and am much more confident in my appearance.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 02, 2023
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Absolutely Amazing!
After careful consideration, I decided the have breast lift surgery. My close friend who works in the medical field recommended Dr. O'Toole. I am so thankful I listened to her. From my first consultation visit, I knew this was the right place for me. Dr. O'Toole and his phenomenal team are like no other! They take care of the entire patient, give you the best options for you, and are exceptional at what they do. The care is beyond what words can express. I was given very clear and beneficial instructions for preoperative care and postoperative care at my appointment before surgery. The day of surgery, I felt so calm and just knew I was doing the right thing with the right doctor and his team. My entire experience was positive beyond my expectations. By the first day after surgery, I no longer had upper back pain and I was healing faster than I could have ever anticipated. At just 5 weeks postoperative, the cosmetic-side of my results are absolutely phenomenal! You will be so happy!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sally Mercer – Dec 30, 2022
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Wonderful experience, highly recommended!
I have been a patient of Dr. O'Toole's for over a year and highly recommend him and his whole team; I feel very fortunate that he performed my breast reduction. For anyone in the Pittsburgh area looking for a great plastic surgeon to perform their breast reduction, I could not say enough good things to them about Dr. O'Toole. He always made me feel comfortable and knowledgeable about the procedure and I trusted him completely. His PAs and office staff are also really wonderful! I am so grateful to the whole team for their kindness, professionalism, and amazing work. My life has been changed for the better in a huge way because of them, and I will always be extremely grateful to them for that.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
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Nov 14, 2022
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Awesome team, Awesome results
Dr. O'Toole and staff - amazing, amazing, amazing. My breast reduction went off without a hitch. Couldn't been happier with the results. Dr. O'Toole and PA Kadie are very professional, so easy to talk to, spend as much time with you as you need, and make you feel so at ease. I'd recommend them 10,000 times over. Best care and results anyone could ask for.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Lori Cruthers – Sep 12, 2022
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Amazing
I got my breast augmentation 5 weeks ago and am ecstatic so far. Dr. O’Toole and his staff are absolutely amazing. I look forward to future procedures with them!!! Highly recommend.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Crystal Sporer – Apr 13, 2022
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Superior care
Dr O'Toole is wonderful, great beside manner, fantastic office staff and superb skills in the operating room. He transformed my large uncomfortable breasts into a size appropriate for my body size. He is an expert clinician and artist. I appreciate his care and his office staff tremendously. Would ALWAYS recommend.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 19, 2022
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Dr. O'Toole and his Physician Assistant are wonderful. They gave me new options for my acne that no one has ever done and it is working wonderfully. They were both patient and explained everything and were very compassionate.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Julie C. in Pittsburgh, PA – Oct 01, 2018
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Thank God I found Dr O'Toole! After interviewing 3 plastic surgeons I chose him to perform my implant reconstruction immediately following a bilateral mastectomy. He is the only one that suggested saving my nipples. His expertise and knowledge are immense and he is a perfectionist! He is always caring. His office staff is amazing and so comforting. I am so grateful to be a breast cancer survivor - Dr O'Toole and his team made the journey easier and the results amazing.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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DLS in Wexford, PA – Jul 18, 2018
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Dr. O’Toole is amazing. I’ve been wanting to get breast implants since I was a little girl. I’ve always been very flat with barely any breasts at all. When I met Dr. O’Toole he was very refreshing and honest. It was so nice meeting a plastic surgeon that is down to earth and not just wanting to take your money. We had several appointments leading up to the augmentation and the results are amazing. I am so grateful I found him!!! Highly recommend!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Michelle M in PGH – May 23, 2018
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Dr O’toole performed my direct to implant reconstruction following a prophylactic bilateral mastectomy. I couldn’t be happier with the results. My recovery was much better than expected, and I look better than I did before surgery! Dr O’toole is a gifted surgeon that truly cares about his patients. He is a genius, an artist, and a perfectionist. He spends time with you at every visit. His PA, Kadie, is amazing as well, as are all of the ladies in his office. They are the BEST!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Julie Roberts – Mar 06, 2018
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Dr. O’Toole is an awesome doctor. He changed my daughter’s life. I am forever grateful for his talent & surgical skills. He is enthusiastic, friendly, and open to any question you ask; neither he nor his PA seemed to tire of explaining my daughter’s surgery and what to expect at all points along the way and in the recovery process. He took as much time as we needed with him; he never made us feel like he was in a rush to move on to the next patient. He is caring & honest, and I recommend him.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Mount Pleasant – Feb 26, 2018
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Trust me! Medical Professional who's been in this field 25 years and worked with many Physicians in our City. Dr. O'toole has a keen eye (a gift if you will). I could tell by talking to him just a few minutes. Any Surgeon can cut, but he knows exactly how and reshapes your troubled area with ease and expertise. I'm so confident now and would tell any person to do this for you. Ive interviewed about 10 Plastics in Pgh...Hands down, the Best-Be good to yourself and trust his Care!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Allison Park, PA – Dec 03, 2017
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This doctor and his PA feel very threatened if you are actively involved in wanting to understand the details of what they're going to do to you. The PA couldn't answer any of the questions I had. She referred me to ask them to O'Toole. He came in and was very put off with my questions and didn't answer them. When I called back to try and get the answers I never received I was basically told to go elsewhere.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Pittsburgh, PA – Nov 18, 2017
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Dr. O'Toole and his team of amazing staff have improved my self image in a manner that I didn't believe was possible. Choosing Dr. O'Toole was without a doubt one of my best decisions in life. As a working mother of three, Dr. O'Toole understood my concerns and needs, and gave me results that exceeded my highest expectations. Thanks to him, I LOVE my body again. I'm a patient for life.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Maria Gray in Pittsburgh Pa – Nov 09, 2017
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Dr. James O'Toole is an exceptional Plastic Surgeon. He was at all times caring, warm and knowledgeable. He demonstrates a level confidence as it relates to his craft, mixed with a complete understanding and compassion for his patients. From the first phone call to his office to my first consultation with Dr. O'Toole I was blown away with the friendliness and professionalism. Dr.O'Toole and his staff have truly given me my life back.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Sabina Berger in Pittsburgh, PA – Aug 01, 2017
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My experience with this practice has been with the Physican's assistant, Kadie Fritz for injections and Botox. She is very knowledgeable and professional. I always take her suggestions as the results are excellent - not too much or too little. The front desk personnel is friendly and efficient. I have met Dr O'Toole and will not hesitate to consult with him concerning my future surgical needs.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Olive Bridge in Punxsutawney – Jun 28, 2017
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When I met Dr. O'Toole I immediately fell in love with his views and passion for what he does. I knew I had to have him as my doctor. His nurses are amazing, both Brittany and Tracy, and truly care about you. His receptionist Jannie always has a smile on her face when you walk through the door! They make you feel comfortable and accommodate you in every way that they can. I would recommend Dr. O'Toole to anyone for breast reconstruction surgery. You would not be disappointed at your consultation
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Jessica in Greensburg PA – Jul 22, 2016
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Excellent doctor and surgeon. He spends time with his patients, sets you at ease and is very thorough in his work. I would go back to him again and totally trust him and the work that he does.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
20 people found this helpful
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Pittsburgh, PA – Jan 27, 2016
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Care Philosophy

As a well trained board certified plastic surgeon I focus on each patient's individual needs providing patient centered, patient focused, individually...Read more

Biography

Born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA with formal education from the University of Notre Dame and Saint Louis University School of Medicine, Dr. O'Toole began...Read more

Specialties

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Board Certifications

  • Plastic Surgery
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Education

2008
Plastic surgery- Long Island plastic surgery group / Nassau University Medical Center
Fellowship Hospital
2005
Body Contouring After Weight Loss Upmc Plastic Surgery
Fellowship Hospital
2004
Allegheny General Hospital
Residency Hospital
1999
Saint Louis University / School of Medicine
Medical School
1999
St Louis Univ Sch Of Med
Medical School
1994
UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME
Undergraduate School
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Awards

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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What conditions does Dr. James O'Toole, MD treat?

Dr. O'Toole frequently treats the following conditions: Bedsores, Absent Breasts and Nipples, and Birthmark. See more on Healthgrades.

What is Dr. James O'Toole, MD's office address?

Dr. O'Toole's office is located at 5830 Ellsworth Ave Ste 300, Pittsburgh, PA 15232. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

Is Dr. James O'Toole, MD able to provide telehealth services?

Dr. O'Toole provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.

Is Dr. James O'Toole, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. James O'Toole, MD is affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian.

Is Dr. James O'Toole, MD a board-certified professional?

Yes, Dr. James O'Toole, MD holds board certifications in Plastic Surgery.

How much experience does Dr. James O'Toole, MD have?

Dr. O'Toole has over 23 years of healthcare experience.

Does Dr. James O'Toole, MD receive good ratings from patients?

There is a star rating of 4.6/5 for Dr. James O'Toole, MD. Patients say that they trusted the provider's decisions and the provider explained conditions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.

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Dr. O'Toole's Top Procedures and Conditions

Treatment Frequency
Bedsores
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. O'Toole treats Bedsores more than 99% of his peers

Dr. O'Toole treats this condition more than 99% of his peers

Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy)
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normal

Treatment Frequency

Dr. O'Toole performs Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy) more than 69% of his peers

Dr. O'Toole performs this procedure more than 69% of his peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Debridement
  • Knee Debridement
Skin Grafts
normal
normal

Treatment Frequency

Dr. O'Toole performs Skin Grafts more than 67% of his peers

Dr. O'Toole performs this procedure more than 67% of his peers

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Dr. O'Toole's conditions and procedures:

  • Absent Breasts and Nipples
  • Bedsores
  • Birthmark
  • Breast Cancer
  • Breast Cancer Recurrence
  • Breast Diseases
  • Burn Injuries
  • Cancer
  • Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
  • Deformities of Auricle or Pinna
  • Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy)
  • Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
  • Ear Disorders
  • External Ear Disorders
  • Extra Nipples
  • Gigantomastia
  • Gynecomastia
  • Hidradenitis
  • Invasive Breast Cancer
  • Invasive Ductal Carcinoma
  • Invasive Lobular Carcinoma
  • Large Breasts
  • Liposuction
  • Locally Advanced Breast Cancer
  • Lymphoma of the Breast
  • Male Breast Cancer
  • Malignant Breast Tumor
  • Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
  • Second-Degree Burns
  • Skin Cancer
  • Skin Grafts
  • Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
  • Spider Veins

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(412) 345-1615

Dr. O'Toole accepts the following insurance:

Aetna
America's Health Insurance Plans
Amerihealth
Personal Choice PPO
Anthem
National (BlueCard) PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Card PPO
Capital Blue Cross
CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Choice Advantage
Cigna
CoreSource
Coventry Health Care
First Health
First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
Humana
Choice Care PPO
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
MultiPlan
MultiPlan PPO
UnitedHealthCare
United Healthcare
UPMC
UPMC PPO
UPMC Health Plan

Locations

O'Toole Plastic Surgery

O'Toole Plastic Surgery5830 Ellsworth Ave Ste 300 Pittsburgh, PA 15232
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UPMC Presbyterian

Pittsburgh, PA

80% Patients that would definitely recommend, 10% higher than the national average

6 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

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