
Volker Musahl, MD
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adolescent
- Adult
Languages
- English
- German
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MaleAbout Volker Musahl
Volker Musahl, MD, is an orthopaedic surgeon and is board certified in orthopaedic surgery and orthopaedic sports medicine. He is the medical director of the UPMC Rooney Sports Medicine Complex, program director of the sports medicine fellowship program, and a professor of both bioengineering and orthopaedic surgery at the University of Pittsburgh. After receiving his medical degree from Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg in Germany, Dr. Musahl moved to the United States where he completed his residency at UPMC, followed by a fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City.
Dr. Musahl is a world-renowned sports surgeon and has performed knee and shoulder surgery on many international professional football players. He specializes in sports medicine and provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages with injuries to the knee, shoulder, and elbow. Dr. Musahl’s research interests include bioengineering research of the knee and shoulder. He is assistant editor-in-chief for KSSTA and is recognized by Best Doctor's Inc. on the Best Doctors List in Pittsburgh Magazine.
Dr. Musahl is also the co-head team physician for the Pitt Varsity Football Team and co-director of the Orthopaedic Robotics Laboratory at the University of Pittsburgh. He is a multi-sport athlete himself, having competed in duathlon world championships for the U.S. national team.
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Provider Type
Physician
Locations
- UPMC Sports Medicine
- 8000 Cranberry Springs Drive, Cranberry Township, PA 16066
- phone: 724-720-3000
- UPMC Sports Medicine
- 3200 South Water Street, UPMC Center for Sports Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA 15203
- phone: 412-432-3600
Expertise
Education
Hospital for Special Surgery
FellowshipUniversity of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
ResidencyAlbert-Ludwigs-Universitat Freiburg
Medical EducationBoard Certifications
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
American Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryOrthopaedic Surgery
American Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryInsurance
- UPMC for Life
- UPMC for You
- UPMC Health Plan
- Aetna
- Aetna CHIP
- Amerihealth Caritas
- Caresource
- 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
- The Health Plan
- Tricare
- Unison
- United Healthcare
- Veterans Choice
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
263 ratings, 58 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 4/1/2025
Took time
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/1/2025
Dr Misael saved my life, total knee replacement on right knee has given me my life back. I don't even think about my knee anymore, it's good as new. Thank you Doctor Musahl!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/18/2025
We have and will continue to recommend volker. He has been nothing short of fantastic!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/18/2025
Dr Musahl always explains my results, progress & answers all of my questions. He made it possible for my return to a very active and productive lifestyle. He is the "BEST" and an asset to UPMC.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/14/2025
Dr. Musahl is by far the best doctor I've been to for my knee. He is very knowledgeable and truly cares!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/31/2024
All the questions I had where answered and gave great comfort and confidence I made the correct choice!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/13/2024
Whole team handled everything efficiently and courteous and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2024
Resident and Dr M are impressive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2024
I was impressed with the doctors and the PAs. They showed me the X-ray, and where they saw a shadow that could be the problem and explained the next step is an MRI.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2024
Absolutely wonderful care .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/22/2024
Dr. Musahl is a wonderful doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2024
He was very thorough. I was very impressed with him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2024
This team that Dr. Musahl has put together work extremely well together. I couldn't be happier with the care and attention that I received
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
Mostly good, just not happy with the lack of proactive feedback on how to treat my injury. Every interaction I have with Musahl is a good one, but always rushed. Creates a sense that you are just a number on a list. He is an amazing physician that I would recommend to others, but if it were not for his amazing bedside manner and his charisma, my brief interactions with him would be much more negative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2024
Excellent doctor and good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2024
Dr. Musahl and Lexi are amazing. I've been to so many doctors for my knee and they are the best. They answer every question, take their time, and are so helpful during this post op phase! So glad I chose them to do this surgery!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2024
Dr Musahl is excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2024
Dr. Musahl is simply one of the best providers. He always takes the time to catch up on things and listen to my concerns before he makes his recommendations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2024
One of favorite doctors by far, exceptionally competent and compassionate, always has a smile
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2024
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2024
I am very pleased of the out come of my visit
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2024
He didn't offer much support. Knee pain from previous Injury and I had to ask for more therapy for my Daughter.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2024
I highly recommend them to anyone in need of orthopedic specialist.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2024
Very pleased
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2024
Dr musal is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2024
I will highly recommend this Doctor and facility!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2024
This experience was night and day different from my WVU appointment. Everyone here was caring, comprehensive, and willing to take all the time needed. I would recommend this facility and doctors to anyone and everyone I know.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2024
Dr. Musahl is by far one of the most knowledgeable, kind and compassionate doctors we've ever had the privilege of knowing. I would refer him to absolutely anyone.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2024
Everything went well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/9/2024
He saved my knee so I'd say a great experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/9/2024
I have recommended to many friends and family.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/4/2024
Dr. Masuhl was super nice and easy to talk with and did not rush you, which is really nice. He made recommendations as to what I should do and didn't push anything on me, again, really nice. Overall, I think he's a very good doctor that actually listens to patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2024
The Doctoer and the entire staff are very professional and competent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/29/2024
Very informative about my treatment and injury.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2024
Dr. Musahl is simply one of the best providers. He always takes time to listen to my concerns and tries his best to make my complex knee problems better.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2024
There were a lot of things I thought about afterwards and I'm going to email him. He did a very good job addressing my concerns. If anything I felt like I did a poor job explaining.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2024
Dr. Marcaccio was professional and knowledgeable regarding my diagnosis, surgery and progress. We discussed continuing physical therapy and agreed to it.Dr. Musahl reviewed my surgery expectations and goals. Examined my surgery site and discussed my progress and on going success. His level of communication and assistance with me as a patient is exemplary.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/8/2024
A wonderful experience all around, which made me feel heard as well as cared for like "back in the old days before we became "just a number to rush through to meet the quotas
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2024
Doc and his staff are amazing, friendly, caring, compassionate, and have never made me feel rushed or like I was a bother
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/18/2024
The Southside orthopedics are the best from the time you walk in everyone is very polite and smiling and asking how can they help you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/4/2024
The doctor snd his fellow were great providing feedback and insights
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2023
They are the greatest
- 0 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/28/2023
I did not feel like the doctor listened to me. Few questions were asked before he had made up his mind about what was wrong with me. Barely any tests were done. He was not informative about his diagnosis or the course of treatment. To say I'm disappointed is an understatement. I've heard great things about Dr Mushal and he did not live up to the reviews online.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2023
Dr. Musahl is a very kind and understanding doctor. He takes his time and listens to you and makes sure that you understand everything when you leave.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/9/2023
Fast, informative and professional visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/19/2023
Already have recommended him! He's amazing!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2023
Always 5 stars!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/28/2023
Seeing Dr Musahl for almost 15 years now. Starting with my son, have always been pleased with the care we have received.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2023
Dr.Mushal is the best. He listens and answers all questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2023
Dr. Musahl is simply one of the best orthopedic providers upmc has for complex knee problems.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2023
We always recommend them
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2023
Amazing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2023
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2023
The Doctor was fantastic!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/6/2023
Excellent!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/6/2023
Everyone was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. They spoke directly to my daughter and explained things well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2023
Dr. Musahl is my favorite! After tearing my ACL my university referred me to a different doctor at Crystal Clinic in Ohio and I had met with him and did not feel confident in so I scheduled an appointment with Dr. Musahl who previously did one of my shoulder surgeries and he made me feel so much more confident in the surgery and process. I am very thankful he did my acl surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2023
Dr. Musahl was excellent!!!