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Robert Piston, M.D.
Specialty Orthopaedics
Orthopedics: Total Knee and Hip Replacement, Arthroscopic Surgery, Total Shoulder Replacement, Rotator Cuff Repair, and more
Hermitage, PA
Most recent review: 2 weeks ago
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5.0
189 Ratings
102 Comments
Dr. Robert W. Piston is a board-certified and dual fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon. He takes time to explain all medical procedures and attempts to do so in an understandable manner. Dr. Piston welcomes and answers all questions.
5.0
189 Ratings
102 Comments
Dr. Robert W. Piston is a board-certified and dual fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon. He takes time to explain all medical procedures and attempts to do so in an understandable manner. Dr. Piston welcomes and answers all questions.
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Dr. Piston is the founder and the head of Specialty Orthopaedics. He received his medical degree from the Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, PA and has been recognized nationally and locally for his skills as an orthopedic physician and surgeon.
Dr. Piston completed dual fellowships. His first fellowship was completed in total hip and knee replacement surgery at the prestigious Anderson Orthopaedic Research Institute under Dr. Charles Engh, an internationally known orthopedic surgeon.
The Anderson Institute, located in Alexandria, Virginia is the world leader in medical research and product development relating to joint replacements. The second fellowship was completed in hand/upper extremity and microsurgery at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia.
Dr. Piston is Board Certified by the “American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery” and has privileges at Sharon Regional Hospital, UPMC Horizon, Grove City Medical Center and Edgewood Surgical Hospital. Dr. Piston and his wife Kathy (also a physician) have five children and have made their home in the Shenango Valley for over 20 years.
Procedures commonly performed by Dr. Piston include:
• Total Knee and Hip Replacement
• Revisions of previously performed total hip and knee replacements
• Hand and Upper Extremity Microsurgery
• Arthroscopic surgery
• Carpal Tunnel Surgery
• Trigger Finger Surgery
• Total Shoulder Replacement
• New Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
• Rotator Cuff Repair
In addition to his surgical skills, Dr. Piston has long been respected for his caring and considerate demeanor when dealing with patients and their families. He takes time to explain all medical procedures and attempts to do so in an understandable manner. Dr. Piston welcomes and answers all questions. He knows the importance of gaining the patient’s confidence and attempts to eliminate concerns or fears.
Another important consideration is Dr. Piston performs a substantial number of surgeries each year. This fact along with his years of experience and advanced training make his expertise and knowledge of orthopedics unmatched in the area. All patients can be confident they are in the hands of the very best!
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If not for Dr Piston, I would not have the quality of life I have now. I have had 2 knee replacements and foot surgery. I can now walk 5 miles, exercise, lift weights; all without pain. Dr Piston’s Physical Therapy group has been very instrumental in my overall recovery, also. The office is always responsive and every appt with Dr Piston is very helpful for my health journey! I would highly recommend Dr Piston and his integrated team to any one who is looking for quality orthopedic care.
Dr. Piston takes the time to listen to his patients and wants to make sure you fully understand your diagnosis and prognosis. He’s the best!
He's kind and very caring, He's is so professional and smart. He prays with you and for you. He's very thorough and will do whatever's needed to be done to make sure your injury is better. He treats you like s person not a number I can't thank him enough for all he's done for me!
Very good. Spent time explaining everything to me. He was very thorough.
Patient friendly and caring...he is best surgeon ever..so knowledgeable and effective ..thumbs up to you doc
Extremely friendly and treated my toddler so sweetly. I recommend him to anyone needing an orthopedic specialist.
Always a great help for any issues I have.
Never had a doctor was so focused on my care.
There is no other doctor like dr piston! He is def one of a kind. Caring and goes above and beyond for his patients!
He explained everything so it was understandable. Was happy with my visit