
Vivek Sharma, MD
Spine Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult
- Older Adult
Languages
- English
- Hindi
In-Network Plans
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MaleAbout Vivek Sharma
Vivek Sharma, MD, is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in minimally invasive spine surgery. He received his medical degree from the G.S. Medical College and King Edward VII Memorial Hospital Program at the University of Mumbai in India, where he also completed his orthopaedic residency. He completed an orthopaedic sports medicine and arthroscopy fellowship at Harvard Medical School, a pediatric orthopaedic surgery fellowship at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, an adult reconstruction and arthroplasty fellowship at the University of Minnesota and VA Medical Center, and a spine surgery fellowship at the combined orthopaedic and neurosurgery program at the University of Cincinnati and the Mayfield Clinic.
Dr. Sharma’s clinical interests include minimally invasive spine surgery, sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, and joint replacement. His current research interests include techniques and clinical outcomes of minimally invasive spine surgery. He is a member of the North American Spine Society (NASS), American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery (AOSS), and Mayfield Neurosurgical Society.
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Provider Type
Physician
Locations
- UPMC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
- 1300 Oxford Drive, Suite 1200, Bethel Park, PA 15102
- phone: 412-687-3900
- UPMC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
- 3471 5th Avenue, Suite 1010, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
- phone: 412-687-3900
- UPMC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
- 5200 Centre Avenue, Suite 415, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
- phone: 412-802-4100
- UPMC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
- 95 Leonard Avenue, Suite 500, Washington, PA 15301
- phone: 724-705-8906
Expertise
Education
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
FellowshipMayfield Clinic Brain and Spine Institute
FellowshipUniversity of Minnesota School of Medicine
FellowshipCincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
FellowshipChildren's Hospital of Boston
FellowshipUniversity of Mumbai, Seth G S Medical College & King Edward VIII Memorial Hospital
ResidencyUniversity of Mumbai, Seth G S Medical College & King Edward VIII Memorial Hospital
Medical EducationInsurance
- UPMC for Life
- UPMC for You
- UPMC Health Plan
- Aetna
- Amerihealth Caritas
- Caresource
- Cigna
- 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
122 ratings, 26 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 2/28/2025
I felt that Dr. Sharma had a good bedside manner and had been well versed from prior records about my condition(s). He had a clear set of treatments mapped out to improve my health and mobility. I felt hopeful after seeing him & look forward to following through.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/24/2025
My appointment went better than I had anticipated. Again everything was explained to my understanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2024
Dr Sharma explained everything to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2024
It was all very good and I was very satisfied.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2024
Great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2024
No bad experiences. Everyone was very nice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2024
Doctor explained thing so I could understand
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2024
Good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2024
Dr. Sharma was focused on my mother st surgery and again at the follow up appointment b
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/5/2024
I thought he was in a hurry and just wanted to get out of the room. He was very nice and Informative. He seemed to be In a hurry.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/8/2024
I was very pleased with all of them
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2024
Will definitely recommend Dr. Sharma and staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/16/2024
Dr. Sharma was kind, listened to my issues, proposed how to treat my immediate problem and provided options should additional care be needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2024
Dr. Sharma advised me wisely and honestly. I followed his advice and will be having necessary surgery with hand surgeon this week.
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2023
I was being seen for an ankle injury to an ankle I previously had a traumatic injury and ultimately surgery for. The provider never examined my ankle,didn't even have me remove my sock or shoe
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2023
Very pleased with Dr. Sharma
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/3/2023
Dr. Sharma is excellent. Very thorough and extremely professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2023
First experience with Dr Sharma , he was absolutely wonderful. Will be back should I need orthopedic services and will spread the word as well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2023
I had some concerns that I discussed with with the dr. He answered all of my concerns. I was pleased
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2023
Felt like I was just cashing in a co pay. No immediate solution for my immediate pain other than PT offered on the other side of the city and a number to call.
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2023
Not helpful at all
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/21/2023
Absolutely!
- 0 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2023
I was told by 3 other doctors the same thing about my back and Dr Sharma said something completely different and I will be getting a 2nd opion what I was telling him about the pain and numbness and burning going into my leg/foot it didn't seem to register to him I never had a problem with any dr but I will never go back to him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/13/2023
Very professional,explained things well Received 2injections. One In the shoulder and one in the knee. Very little pain, and lots of relief today Praise God for doctor's ..
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/7/2023
Dr Sharma was terrific in listening to my concerns about my continued sciatica and lowering back pain, and explaining what the MRI results said in "layman's" terms. Never felt rushed or condescended. I was/am in pain and appreciated his expertise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/3/2023
Good