Dr. Sam Akhavan MD
Orthopedist
4815 Liberty Ave Suite 252 Pittsburgh PA, 15224About
Dr. Sam Akhavan is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Akhavan specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Akhavan tends to bones, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves and tendons. Orthopaedic surgeons can specialize in certain areas like the hand, spine, hip, foot and ankle, shoulder and elbow or the knee.
Education and Training
Northwestern Uniiversity 2001
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS- Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Provider Details
Clinical Trials
Dr. Sam Akhavan MD's Practice location
Dr. Sam Akhavan MD's reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Akhavan
Recommended Articles
- Muscular Dystrophy: Correcting Foot Deformities with Surgery
Research and Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disorder OutlookHow Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disorder Could Affect Some IndividualsAffecting those mostly between the ages of 18 to 60 according to The Mayo Clinic, this hereditary group of disorders can affect numerous stages of life. Although some therapies could be of...
- Muscle Relaxants for Fibromyalgia
What is fibromyalgia?Fibromyalgia is known as a muscle-related pain syndrome or myofascial pain syndrome. It can be due to a general type of pain such as muscle pain or back pain, and certain tender areas in the body. Individuals suffering from fibromyalgia would have various tender spots in the...
- Treatments for Arthritis: 5 Tips on Living with Arthritis
Living with arthritis is never easy. People who are suffering from this disease will tell you that for sure. You will face constant pain in your arms, legs, your back, and joints. In a word, you will feel like your bones are falling apart. Equally important is that the pain can have a serious impact...
- Everything You Need to Know About Spinal Stenosis Surgery
It is perfectly normal to feel nervous before a major surgical operation. In fact, it would be unusual to find a patient awaiting surgery who is not worried at all. The best way to alleviate some of the concerns is to let them know exactly what to expect beforehand by addressing some of the burning...
- What Is Olecranon Bursitis?
Whenever a bursa is inflamed and becomes swollen, it causes a lot of pain around the affected area. The condition is called bursitis. The inflammation and swelling of the bursa are the causes of pain. The bursa is a sac filled with fluid, which is always located between the muscles, tendons, bones,...
- What are Leg Ulcers?
What are leg ulcers?Leg ulcers are unhealed wounds or open wounds that occur on the legs. They tend to recur if not treated properly. They can occur in everyone at any age, but are more common among females. What are the causes of leg ulcers?The most common reason for the occurrence of leg ulcers...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. David P. Fowler M.D.600 Oxford Dr Ste 200 Monroeville PA 15146
- E. Reese Owens18 The Trillium Pittsburgh Pennsylvania 15238
- Kevin Kear345 Mount Lebanon Blvd Pittsburgh PA 15234
- Dr. Trenton M. Gause M.D.9104 Babcock Blvd Pittsburgh PA 15237
- Dr. Eric D Nabors MD363 Vanadium Rd Pittsburgh PA 15243
- Dr. William D Abraham M.D.9104 Babcock Blvd Pittsburgh PA 15237