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Stephen F. Conti

Stephen F. Conti, MD

Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgery

Accepting New Patients
4.8 of 5 stars281 ratings, 74 reviews
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult
  • Older Adult

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About Stephen F. Conti

Stephen F. Conti, MD, is a graduate of New Jersey Medical School. He completed his residency at the Hospital for Joint Diseases at New York University and a fellowship in foot and ankle surgery from the Center for Orthopaedic Care. Dr. Conti has been in academic medicine for over 20 years and is currently clinical professor for the University Of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He is a two-time recipient of the Golden Mallet Award for excellence in orthopaedic education, and has been consistently voted by his peers as one of the “Best Doctors in America” since 2002. Dr. Conti is an active member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society, and has authored over 50 peer-reviewed scientific articles. He is board-certified in orthopaedic surgery and is the driving force and founding practice partner of the Orthopaedic Specialists—UPMC group. Dr. Conti’s clinical emphasis is both non-operative and operative foot and ankle issues. Dr. Conti and his family founded “Our Hearts to Your Soles” in 2004, a non-profit that provides free medical foot examinations and shoes to the less fortunate in over 30 sites across the United States.

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Provider Type

Physician

Locations

  1. Orthopaedic Specialists-UPMC
    • 4803 Northern Pike, Monroeville, PA 15146
    • Orthopaedic Specialists - UPMC
      • 9104 Babcock Boulevard, Suite 5113, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
      • Orthopaedic Specialists-UPMC
        • 1300 Oxford Drive, Suite 1200, Bethel Park, PA 15102

        Expertise

        Education

        Center for Orthopaedic Care

        Fellowship

        Hospital for Joint Diseases

        Residency

        Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

        Residency

        University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey

        Medical Education

        Board Certifications

        Orthopaedic Surgery

        American Board of Orthopaedic 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
        • Anthem
        • 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

        4.8 out of 5

        281 ratings, 74 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 Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
        Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment
        Average provider Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment rating 4.7 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 4.8 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 4.8 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 4.8 out of 5 stars
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          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/12/2025

          Thank you Dr Conti! I appreciate the time you spent with us.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/7/2025

          He is very good!

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

          I was very pleased with my PA provider and Dr. Conti.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/29/2025

          Dr Conti was very informative, listened to my questions/concerns and very easily approachable.

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

          Dr. Conti is great. He is very knowledgeable & has a great personality. The only negative is the ridiculous wait time.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/17/2025

          Collette, the PA, is remarkably kind, listens carefully and is extremely helpful in her explanations and knowledge. Likewise, Dr Conti is an excellent doctor: profoundly knowledgeable, patient in his considerations and conversation, and a trusted clinician. My situation is difficult but I feel safe in their care

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/16/2025

          Dr Conti went over all my questions and concerns. My surgery is on the same foot he worked on 2 years ago. He explained clearly what was going to take place since it is on that same foot. The nurse wasn't in the room. A fellow was there to take notes.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/18/2024

          Dr Conti and team is simply the best!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/6/2024

          I have been struggling with my ankle for over a year with another physician in which they were unable to provide an exact diagnosis. With a complete exam, and reviewing a past mri, Dr Conti was able to give a diagnosis after my very first appointment! He was very kind, professional yet to the point. I will return and will highly recommend his services to others.

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

          Great

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/20/2024

          He really took the time to listen to my concern and worked to fine the issue with my foot

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/24/2024

          Dr Continue was easy to understand his explanations

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/24/2024

          I intend to recommend to everybody.Excellent staff

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/16/2024

          Excellent experience. Highly confident and professional team. ',

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/9/2024

          Dr Conti and staff was knowledgeable, kind, informative, helped get MRI pre approved. I drove 1 1/2 hour for my appointment. I would drive 8 hours to be seen by Dr Conti. Very informative on plan of care!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/25/2024

          I fully understand decisions I must make on a future surgery.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/25/2024

          Dr. Conti and Nurse Bill are knowledgeable and supportive! Great team!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/19/2024

          Dr Conti explains everything and gives his recommendations in an easy understandable wayAlso has excellent bedside manner

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

          Excellent treatment was given by Dr Conti and his staff

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

          Very detailed about my surgery, recovery and continued care

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/7/2024

          Dr. Conti is an complete physician and surgeon. He is patient, empathetic, and extremely knowledgeable in his field.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/1/2024

          Good

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/10/2024

          Dr. Conti is always very professional. At this visit, he asked how I was feeling after surgery from March. He listened to my concerns, answered all of my questions, and explained the processes. He was pleasant and engaging.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/10/2024

          His explanation of my foot pain and cause of it was excellent to see first hand and understand how and why I have this issue.

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

          Dr. Conti was very professional and knowledgable. We arrived at a mutual decision to have a new brace made.

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

          They listened to my problem, then demonstrated why I was having the problem. Then further gave me options for treatment.

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

          Dr Conti was excellent and explained why I was still having pain and how he expected it to resolve.

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

          Very good.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/12/2024

          Dr. Conti took enough time with me to answer all questions thoroughly and describe surgery itself plus recovery issues. Very easy to speak with.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/12/2024

          Dr. Stephen Conti is by far the most knowledgeable and skilled physician I have ever encountered. He spent a great deal of time explaining my X-rays and provided me all of the options available to address the issue.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/7/2024

          Dr. Conti actually left the decision to get surgery up to me, so he was definitely inclusive of me about my care. I appreciate that.

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

          All concerns explained clearly

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

          Dr. Conti is a fantastic physician!!!!!! He is incredibly knowledgeable, has a great bed-side manner (to help patient feel comfortable), & he takes the time to discuss patient's medical needs, possible treatment options, etc. - I completely trust his mefical opinion!!! I never feel rushed when in an appointment with Dr. Conti and/or his support staff & highly recommend Dr. Conti - UPMC OrthopeadicSurgeons!!!!

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

          Dr Conti continues to first listen and ask questions before he responds. He hears what you are saying. The more I offer and ask questions the more valuable information I always receive. I do not feel rushed through my appointment. He is matter of fact. Which I love and appreciate. I had ankle replacement. He gave me back a quality of life, through his surgical skills, I could only dreamed of getting to again. I highly recommend.

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

          I felt rushed. My appointment was at 1pm. The doctor never walked in until 2pm. I don't feel that he spent enough time with me. He barely looked at my ankle. Brushed aside my concerns. I didn't drive for almost an hour to be blown off.

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

          Better than expected

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

          Dr. Conti was very thorough and explained in detail condition in treatment options as well as complications if treatment is delayed.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/24/2024

          Dr. Conti was excellent in explaining things. I felt very comfortable with him, and appreciated how he treated me.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/19/2024

          Dr. Conti was able to identify my condition and recommend exactly what needed to occur to help me. I have had previous surgeries from him with excellent outcomes. His expertise is unbelievable! I have recommended him to several friends.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/3/2024

          Dr. Conti is the BEST! He describes things in a way a lay person can understand. He sincerely cares about my well-being and acutely listens to issues. I love how he actually shows me results from X-rays and MRIs and explains to me what we are looking at in the images. He truly is one-of-a-kind! Bill, his nurse also consistently goes above and beyond!

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

          My 3rd try getting help for this problem. I wish I'd known of him sooner. Exceptional

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/15/2024

          Very good experiences with doctor Conti, his assistants, most notably bill Goans.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/15/2024

          Dr. Conti is an excellent physician and a trusted expert.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/15/2024

          Dr. Conti was very through in explaining my issues and the treatment options.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/15/2024

          Very good experience.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/13/2024

          Dr Conti and his staff focused on me and any concerns that I have while I'm there and make sure all my questions are answered.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/1/2024

          I highly recommend Dr. Conti. He takes time and goes over your x-rays and make sure you are aware of treatment options and answers any questions. He is very thorough.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/28/2024

          Super helpful

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/7/2024

          I chose to have foot surgery on both of my feet to repair bunions. It was a complete leap of faith. I am happy 16 months later to have made it through to the other side. The care the entire time by all of the staff was exceptional. I would recommended Dr. Conti and staff to anyone that asks.

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

          Dr. Conti was very thorough and explained treatment options in great detail

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/17/2024

          Dr. Conti and his team are remarkable with their talents and degree of care they show and time needed for all my questions

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/4/2024

          There is absolutely no other doctor I would trust for my issue other than Dr. Conti. He is hands down the best doctor /surgeon I have ever had at either UPMC or AHN. He's very straightforward and clearly is an expert in his field. He answers questions throughly and is never dismissive of any concerns. I wish all my doctors were like him.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/3/2024

          Dr. CONTI is great.

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

          Truly appreciated the thoroughness of his explanation and time to answer questions

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/15/2023

          Dr Conti is always a gentleman and one of the best surgeons I've known (and I've seen him since I was a child). His entire team is equally excellent

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/13/2023

          Great experience everything was thoroughly explained

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/6/2023

          Dr conti is an exceptional doctor I will definitely recommend him to everyone I know

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/1/2023

          The doctor was very in depth explaining the problem and very good at letting me know what to expect from the recovery process

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/29/2023

          Care is good.

          4 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/9/2023

          Good

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/1/2023

          Dr Conti explained the mri pictures and every aspect of anything discussed. My chiropractor told me two years ago that Dr Conti is the best in his field. I agree. I'm totally pleased with the care given to me.

          4 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/18/2023

          Dr. Conti and his staff were incredibly helpful, kind, and actually figured out the cause of my pain. Having an answer after two years of pain means so much. And he took the time and truly listened to me. I wasn't able to find even close to the level of care and attention Dr. Conti showed from another provider when we lived in Chicago

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/12/2023

          Have been going. To Dr Conti for 5 6 years now!! He never was mean to me told me what my problem was and basically said what would happen over the years he was right!! He is a very good and knowledgeable and nice guy!!! I am sooo glad he is my SURGEON!!!!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/11/2023

          The team, Dr Conti, Bill and Joanne are amazingly competent, kind and thorough

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/6/2023

          These folks are the best!

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

          Excellent experience. Excellent doctor.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/27/2023

          Dr. Conti took time with us to discuss what happens after surgery & recovery period, which helped afterwards.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/27/2023

          Very helpful explaining my issue.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/27/2023

          Everyone was so pleasant

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/15/2023

          Dr Conti spent 15 minutes with me . He was caring . And charming

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/13/2023

          Dr Conti and his staff spent the time to discuss and to inform me of everything it would take to keep me able to walk and do my job .

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

          Answered all questions and concerns

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 5/15/2023

          Good experiences in the past with Dr. Conti.Disappointed that no one made me aware earlier that he was taking g a 3 month leave of absence this summer.

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

          Dr Conti is number one to me