Kenneth L Urish, MD

Dr. Kenneth L. Urish, MD, PhD, is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in adult reconstructive surgery, particularly primary and revision hip and knee arthroplasty. With a fellowship completed at Massachusetts General Hospital and experience as an instructor at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Urish brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his practice.

Professional Roles and Expertise:

As the Associate Medical Director at the Bone and Joint Center at Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, Dr. Urish focuses on minimally invasive techniques, robotic surgery, and managing complications of failed or painful hip and knee replacements. He is also the Director of the Arthritis and Arthroplasty Design Group, a research initiative funded by the National Institute of Health that aims to prevent early arthritis and optimize joint replacement outcomes.

Academic and Professional Background:

- Education: Graduated with honors from Penn State University with a degree in chemical engineering; completed medical school at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine on a full scholarship.

- Doctorate: PhD in bioengineering from the University of Pittsburgh, with research focused on adult stem cells for regenerative medicine.

- Residency: Orthopaedic surgery at Penn State University.

- Additional Appointments: University of Pittsburgh Department of Bioengineering and Carnegie Mellon University Department of Biomedical Engineering.

Patient Care and Reviews:

Dr. Urish is highly regarded by his patients for his deep knowledge, thoroughness, and compassionate care. Patient reviews highlight his ability to explain complex medical issues clearly, his willingness to listen, and his personable nature. Some feedback indicates areas for improvement, such as more time spent with patients and better communication regarding treatment plans.

Services Offered:

- Primary and revision hip and knee arthroplasty

- Minimally invasive surgical techniques

- Robotic surgery

- Management of complications from hip and knee replacements

- Early arthritis prevention

- Joint replacement optimization

Patient Engagement:

Dr. Urish is actively involved in educating medical students, engineering graduate students, and residents. He is known for his contributions to the field through over 50 published articles, book chapters, and abstracts.

Scheduling Appointments:

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Patient Satisfaction:

The Patient Satisfaction Rating reflects an average of responses to care provider-related questions from surveys. Reviews are mixed but generally positive, with many patients expressing high levels of satisfaction and a willingness to recommend Dr. Urish to others.