
Brian S. Heist, MD
Internal Medicine
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult
- Older Adult
Languages
- English
- Japanese
In-Network Plans
View All Accepted Plans (21)Gender
MaleAbout Brian S. Heist
Brian Heist, MD, is certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at UPMC Shadyside and is affiliated with UPMC Shadyside and UPMC Presbyterian. He completed his fellowship and medical degree at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and residency at University of Rochester Medical Center.
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Provider Type
Physician
Expertise
Education
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
FellowshipUniversity of Rochester Medical Center
ResidencyUniversity of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Medical EducationBoard Certifications
Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal MedicineInsurance
- UPMC for Life
- UPMC for You
- UPMC Health Plan
- Aetna
- Amerihealth Caritas
- Cigna
- Gateway
- Health America
- Health America / Advantra
- Highmark
- Humana
- Independent Health
- Medical Mutual of OH
- Medicare
- PA Health And Wellness
- PA Medical Assitance
- Palmetto
- Tricare
- Unison
- United Healthcare
- Veterans Choice
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
141 ratings, 35 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/21/2025
Always excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/17/2025
Dr. Heist listens carefully and understands my issues. He is able to recommend conservative treatments which I appreciate and agree with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2025
Dr Heist is very communicative. He listens to my questions and responds thoughtfully and helpfully.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/3/2025
Very prompt response. Excellent care provided.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2024
I have never before had such a totally caring Dr. He truly listens, has immense empathy and respects my input.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2024
Dr Heist is the awesome
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
Excellent! All needs we're addressed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2024
Dr Heist is always very knowledgeable and listens and provides valuable insight and plans for care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2024
Dr. Heist remains one of the best Healthcare providers I've been fortunate enough to have.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2024
Doctor was very prepared for this virtual visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2024
Dr. Heist is excellent. We always talk through options and I feel like a partner in my care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/31/2024
Dr. Heist continues to be a caring physician. During exams he takes the necessary time carefully listen to any expressed concerns and then thoughtfully and thoroughly responds with an array of options. He also follows up via MyUPMC with any points of expansion after the exam.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2024
It was obvious that the physician had thoroughly reviewed my medical records prior to the appt.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/10/2024
I have only had overwhelmingly positive experiences with Dr. Heist, and this visit was no exception. Like always, he was incredibly caring and compassionate, extremely attentive to my concerns, and offered very thoughtful, helpful answers in response to all of my questions. I would enthusiastically recommend him to anyone!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/12/2024
Dr. Heist was recommended to me after my previous PCP retired, and I was told he was a good listener (which he is). He shows concern for me as a person, and does not rush me through the appointment. His notes are detailed and his advice (and contextual information) for my seeking specialized treatment is very helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/5/2024
Dr. Heist is very good at listening and always works to get the diagnosis right. At no time does he rush or entertain wild speculation. Instead, he asks lots of detailed questions in order to gather the facts. He also does a great job answering my questions and explaining what to expect at the next stage in the process. I believe he is a great doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/29/2024
Dr Heist is the very best. He thinks outside the box and gets results in his very mannerly way and explains why it should be considered.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2024
Dr Heist is very knowledgeable and is a great listener. He provided clear explanation of my condition and answered my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2024
My previous PCP did not really show any concern or interest in my issue, and I felt very much dismissed by the conversation I had with them. Dr. Heist was the opposite. He not only made me feel validated, he gave me multiple ways to explore solving the issue along with validation that it really did exist and wasn't just in my head.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2024
Dr. Heist has excellent listening skills, and seems to respect my opinion as his patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/21/2023
Good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2023
Dr Heist is an excellent care provider. I appreciate the actual interest he takes to understand my issues. He listens to my concerns and never rushes to get through a visit. I would definitely recommend Dr. Heist to others.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2023
Exceptional experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/20/2023
Dr. Heist is an excellent doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/21/2023
Good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/15/2023
Dr. Heist is a very abled physician who shows much concern for his patients. He is extremely knowledgeable and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/14/2023
Dr. Heist is excellent at what he does.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/14/2023
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/17/2023
Dr Heist was great at listening and providing options. Excellent doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2023
Excellent provider, listens, works with you and provides amazing feedback
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2023
This was a great visit. I came in prepared to ask about 5 or 6 key things, mostly questions related to access to lab testing and general health issues related to crossing the 50-year old age threshold. Dr Heist very thoughtfully addressed each one, and when lab results came in, he reached out promptly to walk me through the numbers. Exceptional encounter.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2023
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- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2023
Dr. Heist is very knowledgeable and always takes the time out to answer the many, many questions I ask, he thoroughly answers in a manner that is to the point and easy to follow. I would definitely recommend Dr. Heist.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2023
Dr. Brian always listened my problems/questions kindly and answered sincerely. Truly appreciate his broad cultural understanding.