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Kevin M. Franzese

Kevin M. Franzese, DO

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Accepting New Patients
Online Booking
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5.0 of 5 stars50 ratings, 20 reviews
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult
  • Older Adult

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Gender

Male

About Kevin M. Franzese

Kevin Franzese, DO, is a physiatrist and is board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation and brain injury medicine. He is an assistant professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, who presently practices inpatient brain injury, stroke, and neurological rehabilitation on a teaching service at UPMC Mercy and is a consultant at UPMC Presbyterian. In his outpatient clinic, he sees patients with concussions and more severe brain injuries, strokes, and spasticity. His academic interests lie in acute care management of patients with severe traumatic brain injuries and in resident education and wellness. He received his medical degree from Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed an internship at Flushing Hospital Medical Center, his residency at Rusk Institute at NYU School of Medicine, followed by his fellowship at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab at Northwestern University School of Medicine (formerly the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago).

Dr. Franzese’s clinical interests include brain injury medicine and medical education. He has lectured on neurological rehabilitation at local and regional levels and is a member of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. 

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Provider Type

Physician

Locations

  1. UPMC Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
    • 1622 Locust Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
    • UPMC Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
      • 3200 South Water Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15203
      • UPMC Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
        • 3471 5th Avenue, Suite 900, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

        Expertise

        Education

        Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago

        Fellowship

        New York University School of Medicine/NYU Hospitals Center

        Residency

        Flushing Hospital & Medical Center

        Residency

        Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine

        Medical Education

        Board Certifications

        Brain Injury Medicine

        American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

        Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

        American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

        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
        • 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

        5 out of 5

        50 ratings, 20 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 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 4.9 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 4.9 out of 5 stars
        Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment
        Average provider Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment rating 4.8 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 5 out of 5 stars
        Search reviews
          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 5/8/2025

          Very good experience with Dr. Franzese as usual!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 5/8/2025

          Very pleasant experience

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/20/2025

          Explain everything i.n details

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

          Dr Franzese is an exceptional human being. His care for his patients is genuine. His desire to understand and empathize is refreshing. Doctors don't always take the time these days to understand and treat patients appropriately. Dr. Franzese is a Wiz Bang Dr, but more importantly, his compassionate human component makes him all the better. We appreciate Dr Franzese. Thank you!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/20/2025

          One of the best doctors that I have ever dealt with

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

          Dr. Franzese is an excellent physician. He clearly communicates his diagnoses with me in a way I can understand, without being condescending. He's very patient and understanding, and takes the time to listen and respond to my questions and concerns. I truly feel heard and cared for, the two most valuable assets in a doctor.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/6/2025

          Very good

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/10/2024

          Great experience!

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

          Best doctor I have ever dealt with!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/17/2024

          Franzen is amazing. He has great bedside manner and will follow-up with any care concerns even if they require research for questions that he can't answer during a visit. He is honest & awesome!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/20/2024

          Highly recommend.

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

          Dr Franzes has been excellent in his care for me.

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

          He's an excellent doctor who really listened and spent time going over my pain and treatment options. He actually cared.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/7/2024

          Very Professional and caring as well as informative

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

          Dr is fantastic

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/29/2024

          Thoughtful, caring and sensitive to what I was experiencing.

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

          Very informative. Very thorough. Extremely personable and professional.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/21/2023

          Great experience!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/14/2023

          Dr Franzese is the best!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/20/2023

          Very attentive with all aspects of health and personal goals