Dr. Sam Akhavan, MD
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Age 40
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Dr. Sam Akhavan, MD is a sports medicine doctor who practices in Pittsburgh, PA. He is 40 years old and has been practicing for 16 years. Dr. Akhavan is affiliated with Allegheny General Hospital and Heritage Valley Sewickley.
Dr. Sam Akhavan, MD
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Care Philosophy
As a Sports Medicine physician, we are specifically qualified to treat all sports medicine injuries, from the professional athlete to the weekend warrior, We believe all patients should be treated with the same high quality of care. Our office specializes in minimally invasive knee and shoulder surgery. Most surgeries we perform can be performed arthroscopically, through small incicisions and with quick recovery...Read More
Dr. Akhavan's Experience
Dr. Akhavan's experience matches your search based on the following criteria:
- Based on total number of patients treated over the last 12 months
- Specializes in Sports Medicine
- Board certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine
- No sanctions found
- No board actions found
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Specialties
- Sports Medicine
- Orthopedic Sports Medicine
- Orthopedic Surgery
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Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Sports MedicineAccredited by: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery*
- Orthopedic SurgeryAccredited by: American Board of Medical Specialties*
- Sports MedicineAccredited by: American Board of Medical Specialties*
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Conditions Treated
- Achilles Tendinitis
- Adhesive Capsulitis
- Ankle Fracture
- Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
- Ankle Sprains and Strains
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
- Autoimmune Diseases
- Baker’s Cyst
- Bone Disorders
- Broken Arm
- Bursitis
- Difficulty With Walking
- Elbow Injuries
- Elbow Sprain
- Fracture
- Glenoid Labrum Tear
- Hand Conditions
- Internal Derangement of Knee
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Joint Pain
- Knee Dislocation
- Knee Disorders
- Knee Injuries
- Knee Pain
- Knee Sprain
- Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
- Limb Pain
- Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
- Meniscus Tear
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Runner's Knee
- Scapular Fracture
- Shoulder Diseases
- Shoulder Dislocation
- Shoulder Disorders
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Shoulder Instability
- Shoulder Pain
- Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spine Disorders
- Sports Injuries
- Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
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Procedures
- ACL Surgery
- All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
- Arm Surgery
- Arthroscopic Joint Surgery
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
- Arthroscopic Surgery
- Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Fracture Care
- Knee Arthroscopy
- Knee Ligament Reconstruction
- Knee Surgery
- Partial Shoulder Replacement
- Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
- Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Shoulder Surgery
- Sports Medicine Related Procedures
- Steroid Injection
- Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Background Check
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0 Board Actions
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Education
- Northwestern Center Feinberg School Of MedicineUndergraduate School | Graduated 1997
- Northwestern University The Feinberg School Of MedicineMedical School | Graduated 2001
- Case Medical Center, Cleveland OhioInternship Hospital | Completed 2010
- Case Medical Center, Cleveland OhioResidency Hospital | Completed 2007
- Cleveland Clinic FoundationFellowship Hospital | Completed 2007
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications
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Languages Spoken
- English
- French
Memberships & Professional Affiliations
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Dr. Akhavan's Reviews
Likelihood of recommending Dr. Akhavan to family and friends
based on 29 total reviews (5 with comments)
Patient Comments (5)
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Pittsburgh | Jul 05, 2017
Didn't listen to me, dismissed my chief complaint and referred me to another doctor in the practice for unrelated issue. Still have knee pain and numbness. Told me I have 2 things that I don't have, which he would have known had he bothered to listen to me. Very disappointed.
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-Sherry Pierce (c/o Cameron) in Weirton, WV | May 01, 2017
Wonderful! Dr. Akhavan and his PA, Jennifer are amazing. Kind, knowledgeable, great bedside manner. He spends as much time with his patients as you need. Explains everything well. Don't have a single complaint.
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-Robert in Canonsburg, PA | Apr 05, 2017
Dr Sam did my rt shoulder, no pain after,
Incredible guy, best anesthesiologist what a team!
Highly recommended!
You figure he has got to be good, he is the pirates on call orthopedic Surgeon !!!
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-Alejandra in Pittsburgh, PA | May 30, 2016
Dr Akhavan was recommended by an acquaintance and we are very satisfied with the results of the surgery. I had torn meniscus and was quite in pain. Dr Akhavan performed the corrective procedure at AGH. He, his PA (Jennifer) and all his office staff were very professional, explained everything and answered all my questions. They also coordinated all appointments, diagnostic tests, procedures and post operative care in a timely, friendly and efficient manner. Great location too.
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-Michelle S. in Hermitage, PA | May 11, 2016
This physician does not educate patients as to the reasons why they are having pain. He does not communicate to the patient a plan of action and what side effects may occur and what the prognosis will be. In other words, he leaves the patient mostly in ignorance to find answers through the internet. It is not enough to smile and shake hands. He also doesn't believe in numbing injection sites and seems shocked that injections cause pain.
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