Dr. Daniel M. Kopolovich, M.D., is a McKeesport Area High School graduate who excelled academically and athletically. He earned a history degree from Princeton University while playing varsity football and completed his medical degree at Thomas Jefferson Medical College. He trained in orthopaedic surgery at San Antonio Military Medical Center, later completing a prestigious Sports Medicine Fellowship at the Steadman Philippon Research Institute. Board-certified, he scored in the 98th percentile on the ABOS Part I Exam.
Dr. Daniel M. Kopolovich, M.D., is a McKeesport Area High School graduate who excelled academically and athletically. He earned a history degree from Princeton University while playing varsity football and completed his medical degree at Thomas Jefferson Medical College. He trained in orthopaedic surgery at San Antonio Military Medical Center, later completing a prestigious Sports Medicine Fellowship at the Steadman Philippon Research Institute. Board-certified, he scored in the 98th percentile on the ABOS Part I Exam.
Dr. Daniel M. Kopolovich, M.D., is a Pittsburgh native, who joined Tri-State Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine in September 2024, specializing in orthopaedic sports medicine. He is a graduate of McKeesport Area High School, he excelled in academics and sports, earning accolades in football, basketball, and track & field. While completing his undergraduate degree in history at Princeton University, he played four years as a defensive back on the varsity football team.
Dr. Kopolovich attended Thomas Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, where he discovered his passion for orthopaedics, working closely with the Rothman Orthopaedic Institute. His residency training in orthopaedics was at San Antonio Military Medical Center. He served nine years active duty, covering varsity sports at the United States Air Force Academy and he served at Langley Air Force Base, earning a Meritorious Service Medal.
During deployment, Dr. Kopolovich oversaw ground surgical teams and various departments, including but not limited to emergency room, pharmacy, and radiology. During time spent in Virginia, Dr. Kopolovich was also employed at a Level II trauma center for three years, covering complex orthopaedic traumas. After military service, he completed a Sports Medicine Fellowship at the Steadman Philippon Research Institute in Vail, Colorado, providing orthopaedic coverage for the United States Ski and Snowboard Team. Dr. Kopolovich has numerous publications in long-term outcomes and biomechanical studies in knee, shoulder and hip arthroscopy as well as several surgical technique papers.
Board-Certified, he scored in the 98th percentile on the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons Part I Exam and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Specializing in orthopaedic sports medicine, Dr. Kopolovich focuses on complex knee, shoulder, and hip arthroscopy, as well as shoulder arthroplasty.
He performs surgeries at in-network hospitals, surgery centers, and accepts most major insurances, including UPMC and Highmark.

Dr. Kopolovich came to see me on my first visit. On my second visit a physician assistant came to see me and told me I could leave after she asked me questions and checked my range of motion. Only after I insisted on seeing the doctor did Dr. Kololovich see me, conduct a more extensive examination and answer my questions. On my third and final visit only the physician assistant saw me. She conducted a limited exam and answered my questions. All of my appointments were to be seen by Dr. Kopolovich, not by a physician assistant.
Kind, professional, and helpful.
Excellent! Communicated so we understood the problem and what our options were. We would highly recommend.
Dr Kopolovich was Excellent He LISTENED and he created a recovery plan for me. I am very grateful. Highly recommended.
He's the best. Very good at educating the patient in a way that is easy to understand. Also takes the time ton answers all questions and makes sure you have a chance to ask questions.
Very nice, considerate and a good listener.
He’s the best!
I had an EXCELLENT experience with Dr. Kopolovich. He was so gentle and kind during my appointments. He listened and answered all of my questions and concerns. I highly recommend him for all your orthopedic needs. I would give him 10 stars if I could.
Friendly, knowledgeable doctor
Very professional and did not push for surgery.