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Daniel A. Wecht

Daniel A. Wecht, MD

Neuro-Oncology

Spine Surgery

Neurosurgery

Vascular Neurosurgery

Accepting New Patients
4.6 of 5 stars144 ratings, 35 reviews
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Age Groups Seen

  • Adult
  • Older Adult

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Gender

Male

About Daniel A. Wecht

Dr. Wecht is clinical professor of neurological surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and chief of neurosurgery at UPMC St. Margaret and UPMC McKeesport. He has an active spine and general neurosurgery practice and cares for patients at UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC McKeesport, and UPMC St. Margaret.

Dr. Wecht specializes in the treatment of brain tumors and cerebrovascular diseases, such as stroke, aneurysms, and vascular malformations. He received his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. Dr. Wecht completed his neurosurgery residency at Baylor College in Houston, and received additional training in neurovascular surgery at Yale University School of Medicine in New Haven. He is board-certified in neurological surgery.

Dr. Wecht has been a neurosurgical faculty member at Yale University, University of New Mexico, and Allegheny University of Health Sciences. He has co-authored or authored several articles and publications and is an active participant in multiple professional and scientific societies.
Daniel A. Wecht, MD, MSc, FACS, is a clinical professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at UPMC.

Dr. Wecht specializes in neurologic surgery, brain and spine microsurgery, brain and spine tumors, neurovascular disease, spinal conditions, and peripheral nerve problems.
Born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pa., Dr. Wecht is board-certified in neurological surgery. He received an undergraduate degree from Harvard University and completed a Masters of Science and medical degree at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. Dr. Wecht completed a residency in neurosurgery at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. He then completed a fellowship in neurosurgery at Yale University School of Medicine in New Haven, Conn.

Dr. Wecht is a member of professional organizations, such as the AANS/CNS Joint Section on Cerebrovascular Surgery, AANS/CNS Joint Section on Trauma, Allegheny County Medical Society, Aneurysm Outcome Subcommittee, Outcome and Guidelines Committee, American Association of Neurological Surgeons, American College of Surgery, American Medical Association, American Heart Association-Stroke Council, Congress of Neurological Surgeons, and the Pennsylvania Medical Society.

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Provider Type

Physician

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Locations

  1. UPMC Neurological Institute - St. Margaret
    • 100 Delafield Road, 100 Medical Arts Building, Pittsburgh, PA 15215
    • UPMC Neurological Institute - UPMC West
      • 1600 Coraopolis Heights Road, UPMC West, Coraopolis, PA 15108
      • UPMC Neurological Institute - West Mifflin
        • 1907 Lebanon Church Road, UPMC West Mifflin, West Mifflin, PA 15122
        • Neurosurgery Shadyside
          • 5200 Centre Avenue, Suite 617, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
          • UPMC Neurological Institute - UPMC South Hills
            • 1300 Oxford Drive, Suite 1D, Bethel Park, PA 15102
            • UPMC Neurological Institute - McKeesport
              • 500 Hospital Way, Painter Building, Suite 6, McKeesport, PA 15132

              Expertise

              Education

              Yale University School Of Medicine

              Fellowship

              Baylor College of Medicine

              Residency

              University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine

              Medical Education

              Board Certifications

              Neurological Surgery

              American Board of Neurological Surgery

              Insurance

              Please call the physician's office to verify insurance coverage.
              Search plans
              • 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
              • Non-PA Medical Assistance
              • PA Health And Wellness
              • PA Medical Assitance
              • Palmetto
              • Tricare
              • Unison
              • United Healthcare
              • Veterans Choice

              Ratings & Reviews

              4.6 out of 5

              144 ratings, 35 reviews

              The 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.

              Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
              Average provider Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries rating 4.5 out of 5 stars
              Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
              Average provider Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition rating 4.5 out of 5 stars
              Care provider's efforts to include you in the decisions about your care
              Average provider Care provider's efforts to include you in the decisions about your care rating 4.5 out of 5 stars
              Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment
              Average provider Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment rating 4.5 out of 5 stars
              Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
              Average provider Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others rating 4.5 out of 5 stars
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                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 6/18/2025

                Excellent experience with the doctor and the nurses

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 6/11/2025

                A very good experience

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 5/29/2025

                Dr. Wecht was very good explaininng my options for my symptons

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 5/29/2025

                Dr. Wecht took the time to ask appropriate questions and clearly explained my treatment options.

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 5/22/2025

                I was pleased with Dr. Wecht, with his nurse and with his staff. They were friendly and very helpful.

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 5/14/2025

                Everything was great

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 5/7/2025

                Dr. Wecht is wonderful. I really appreciate him as my doctor. I trust him completely.

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 4/3/2025

                Excellent ; Care and treatment was personable, direct, and informative.

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 3/26/2025

                Dr. Wecht was recommended to me by a family member. He lived up to the hype. Great doc!

                4 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 2/12/2025

                It was a good appointment

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 1/23/2025

                Overall experience was excellent

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 12/4/2024

                Dr. Wecht is very approachable and kind. The best doctor ever!

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 11/14/2024

                My experience with Dr.Wect and Gina Was second to none! They listen to me and my concerns and gave me the answers in a way I could understand. They were kind, and caring

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 9/18/2024

                Dr Wecht has been very respectfully open to my desire for conservative treatment. He collaborates with the patient to find the right individual plan of care

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 8/22/2024

                Very pleased with Dr.

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 8/22/2024

                Dr. Wecht's reputation as a knowledgeable and compassionate specialist preceeded him. This visit was nothing less. His expertise in the field, his kindness and compassion were quite evident.

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 8/22/2024

                All great

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 8/15/2024

                The best

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 7/17/2024

                Was concerned, answered all of my questions in detail and prescribed a course of action.

                3 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 6/27/2024

                Dr Wecht seemed in a hurry to get to his next patient. Had one foot out the door the entire consult.

                2 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 6/6/2024

                Dismissive

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 5/30/2024

                Verygood

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 5/9/2024

                Dr was personable and seems very knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend him.

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 5/1/2024

                Dr Wecht was excellent in explaining things to me!

                2 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 4/4/2024

                The doctor was in and out in 5 minutes. He acted uninterested and bothered to be there.

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 2/14/2024

                I am fortunate to have this professional team help me manage my medical problems. Thank you .

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 2/14/2024

                My questions were answered before I asked them. Very thorough in our discussions which made me confident in Dr. Wecht.

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 1/18/2024

                Very informative

                5 out of 5 stars
                Reviewed on 12/21/2023

                Dr Wecht is superior at his craft

                • 0 out of 5 stars
                  Reviewed on 11/9/2023

                  Had a very poor experience with the doctor. He made me feel that I was wasting his precious time. He did tell me that he had other patients to see. Had his arms crossed. Very bad body language.

                  5 out of 5 stars
                  Reviewed on 10/26/2023

                  You got this! More should try to emulate your protocol.

                  5 out of 5 stars
                  Reviewed on 10/25/2023

                  Love my doctor

                  5 out of 5 stars
                  Reviewed on 9/14/2023

                  Words cannot express his skills and confidence that he portrays.

                • No RatingReviewed on 9/7/2023

                  Didn't even look at any reports only films. Did not talk for more than 4 or 5 minutes came in to tell me nothing is wrong with me or my next or back Awful experience I will remain will look outside of UPMC for a Dr who immediately does not refer to a life coach therapy all because he saw me for r minutes.

                  5 out of 5 stars
                  Reviewed on 9/6/2023

                  Dr. Wecht has been wonderful to me. I could not have asked for a better surgeon and feel blessed that he was my doctor through my medical issue.

                  5 out of 5 stars
                  Reviewed on 8/30/2023

                  Best experience ever

                  5 out of 5 stars
                  Reviewed on 8/23/2023

                  Dr. Wecht was reassuring, answered my questions and gave me a plan going forward. I really appreciate his care.