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Paul John Rusilko

Paul John Rusilko, DO, FACS

Reconstructive Urology

Urology

Accepting New Patients
Online Booking
4.6 of 5 stars254 ratings, 45 reviews
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult
  • Older Adult

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About Paul John Rusilko

Paul Rusilko, MD is an Associate Professor in the Departments of Urology and Plastic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, serving as the Director of Reconstructive Urology and the Associate Residency Program Director for the urology residency program. He is board-certified by the American Board of Urology. He specializes in reconstructive and trauma surgery of the genitourinary system. Complex urologic procedures performed include urethral reconstruction, urethroplasty, adult acquired buried penis, urologic prosthetics for both erectile dysfunction and urinary incontinence, Peyronie’s disease, and genital reconstruction following trauma and penile cancer.

Dr. Rusilko is a recognized published expert on topics including adult acquired buried penis conditions for both medical and surgical managements, urethral stricture disease and urologic prosthetic surgery.
He earned his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Rusilko completed his urology residency at Northeast Ohio Medical University and fellowship training in reconstructive and trauma urology at The Detroit Medical Center.

Dr. Rusilko is also an active surgeon with the UPMC Men's Health Clinic for Peyronie’s disease, erectile dysfunction and urinary incontinence and serves as a national lecturer and surgical proctor in urologic prosthetic surgery for Boston Scientific.

Prior to joining UPMC, Dr. Rusilko was an assistant professor in the Department of Urology at George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Science in Washington, D.C. He is an active member of the Society of Genitourinary Reconstructive Surgeons, Society of Urologic Prosthetic Surgeons, and Sexual Medicine Society of North America. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

Dr. Rusilko’s clinical and research interests include urethral reconstruction for urethral stricture, adult acquired buried penis, erectile dysfunction, urinary incontinence and Peyronie’s disease.

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Leadership Title

Director of Reconstructive Urology

Associate Residency Program Director

Academic Title

Associate Professor

Provider Type

Physician

Locations

  1. UPMC Department of Urology
    • 1350 Locust Street, Suite G100A, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

    Expertise

    Education

    Detroit Medical Center

    Fellowship

    Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine

    Residency

    Akron General Medical Center

    Residency

    Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical Education

    Board Certifications

    Urology

    American Board of Urology

    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
    • Fidelis Medicare
    • Gateway
    • 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

    4.6 out of 5

    254 ratings, 45 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.

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    Average provider Care provider's efforts to include you in the decisions about your care rating 4.6 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 4.6 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 4.6 out of 5 stars
    Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
    Average provider Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries rating 4.6 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
    Search reviews
      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/20/2025

      Excellent doctor

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/6/2025

      Good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/25/2025

      All around excellent experience.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/18/2025

      Took the time to listen and then explain his recommendation. Also provided alternatives

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/28/2025

      Both were fantastic

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/21/2025

      Dr Rusilko is one of the best physicians I have crossed paths with. He is caring, attentive, knowledgeable and listens well.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/20/2024

      Dr Rusilko compassionate and thorough

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/21/2024

      Dr. Rusilko and P.A. Josiah gave their full attention to me during my visit.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/21/2024

      Dr. Rusilko has been great to work with for my healthcare needs. I sincerely appreciate the level of skill and interest he shares to help address concerns

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/19/2024

      What can I say, they are terrific

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/19/2024

      Good

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

      Kind, compasionate. Good referral for needed care

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/15/2024

      Good

      1 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/24/2024

      Doc eas rushing through, did not give me prescription I asked for. Didnt get all my questions answered, he just wantes to move on to the next person

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/24/2024

      He answered all of the questions, explained the whole situation, fantastic reviews of his surgery, praying that mine goes as well.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/24/2024

      Dr . Rusilko was great and professional

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

      Impressive knowledge and wonderful to deal with

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/20/2024

      Very attentive

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/30/2024

      Very good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/16/2024

      Doctor Rosilko was very informative and helped me make a decision as to what I should do

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/18/2024

      Dr Rusilko was very attentive and reassuring.He listened and conversed, and carefully explained and demonstrated all that I needed to learn. He is very skilled and approachable.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/21/2024

      Dr Paul was VERY good with explaining what he could do to help me with my my concerns.

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

      Dr. Rusilko was very professional & very thorough and knowledgeable

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/23/2024

      Dr Rusilkos expertise was clearly evident! First time meeting him but I really like him.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/23/2024

      He has been great through all my visits.

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/16/2024

      People are very nice

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

      Dr. Paul is wonderful! I know he is among the best reconstructive urologists in the country. I have done a deep dive herein.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/26/2024

      Dr rusilko went above and beyond to accommodate my situation

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/21/2024

      Have been satisfied with Dr. Ruselko and his professionalism and knowledge.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/19/2024

      Very good and thorough visit.

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/20/2024

      Listened attentively and asked good questions to recommend further diagnostics.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/13/2024

      Dr. Paul Risulko and his P. A., Josiah B., were very warm and friendly the first time that we met them, and more importantly, they were extremely knowledgeable and empathetic regarding my E. D. They took the time to explain all options that were available and guided us with some of the decisions that needed to be made.

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

      Good experience

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/23/2024

      He's a Good Person

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/16/2024

      Dr. Rusilko is amazing, he listens, understands the concerns and has a solution.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/2/2024

      Dr Rusilko went above and beyond to answer any and all questions, regardless of how off the wall the sounded & if he didn't have the answer he was more than comfortable to make a referral to another SME within the health system.

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

      Our communication has improved.

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

      Physician and assistants made me feel very comfortable throughout visit !

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

      Great

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

      I was very impressed with the handling of my concerns and the encouragement give!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/24/2023

      Thoughtful and courteous

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

      Probably has to many people to handle in a day so I understand to point, Seems to know his job but done it enough that the empathy level is very low

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/1/2023

      I have already told family members about the excellent care!!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/27/2023

      Dr. Rusillco was diligent when listening to my issues and explained my opinions clearly. I was very comfortable and put at ease with my clear options.

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

      Outstanding team at the Spina Bifida adult clinic!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/11/2023

      Best doctor