Sam Akhavan, MD
 Pittsburgh Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Doctor
 Arthroscopy Surgeon for Knee & Shoulder Surgery, Pain and Injuries
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Sam Akhavan, MD
   Doctor Sam Akhavan is an orthopaedic surgeon and  Fellowship-Trained Sports Medicine doctor.  He is a member of the Orthopaedic Department at Allegheny Health Network in Pittsburgh, PA  where he serves as the Director of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine as well as  the Director of Orthopaedic Research at Allegheny Heath Network.  

  He performs complex arthroscopic surgery in the treatment of knee and shoulder injuries.  He is also a team physician for several professional sports teams in the Pittsburgh area, as well as a team physician for USA rugby.  He is also the head orthopaedic surgeon for the Pittsburgh Riverhounds.

  Academically, Dr. Sam Akhavan is an Associate Professor at Drexel University, the Director of the Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Fellowship as well as the Assistant Program Director for the Orthopaedic Residency at Allegheny Health Network

  Dr Sam Akhavan and his staff are specially trained to address all sports medicine needs of athletes, whether they are a paid professional, a high school athlete or the every-day weekend warrior.  In our office, all patients are treated with the same high-quality level of care.

​  TO SEE ALL THE CONDITIONS Dr. SAM AKHAVAN SPECIALIZES IN, CLICK HERE
  •    Arthroscopic Surgery
  •    BONE marrow Edema lesion Associated with Knee Arthritis
  •    Impingement
  •    AC Joint Arthritis

  Dr. Sam Akhavan sees patients at AGH's  Robinson, Cranberry, Wexford  and Cool Springs satellite offices as well as at the main orthopaedic office in Pittsburgh.   He performs his surgery at Allegheny General Hospital and Sewickley Hospital.  

Call 412-359-3895 today to set up your appointment.
Sports Injuries are our specialty
Dr. Akhavan accepts almost all insurances, including UPMC insurance plans as well as Worker's Compensation.  Please call to see if we accept your insurance.
Business Hours

Mondays:   8:15am-3:30pm
Tuesdays:  8:45am-3:30pm
Thursdays: 8:00am-3:30pm 

Dr. Akhavan operates on Wednesdays and Fridays
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