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Alex J. Kline

Alex J. Kline, MD

Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgery

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4.8 of 5 stars467 ratings, 89 reviews
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult
  • Older Adult

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About Alex J. Kline

Alex J. Kline, MD, is a graduate of the University of Virginia. He completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at UPMC, as well as a fellowship in foot and ankle surgery at OrthoCarolina. Dr. Kline is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and a member of several professional and scientific societies including the Association of Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgeons and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He specializes in foot and ankle surgery and general orthopaedics. Dr. Kline currently serves as clinical assistant professor of orthopaedic surgery at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Kline and his partners at Three Rivers Orthopedic Associates – UPMC were recently acknowledged among Pittsburgh’s “Best Doctors” in 2016 by Best Doctors Inc. in Pittsburgh Magazine.
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Provider Type

Physician

Locations

  1. Three Rivers Orthopedics - UPMC
    • 200 Delafield Road, St. Marg Med Art Bldg, Suite 1040, Pittsburgh, PA 15215
    • Three Rivers Orthopedics - UPMC
      • 1624 Pacific Avenue, Suite A, Natrona Heights, PA 15065

      Expertise

      Education

      OrthoCarolina

      Fellowship

      University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

      Residency

      University of Virginia Medical School

      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
      • 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
      • Tricare
      • Unison
      • United Healthcare
      • Veterans Choice

      Ratings & Reviews

      4.8 out of 5

      467 ratings, 89 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.

      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
      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 4.7 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 4.7 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
      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 3/13/2025

        Good experience

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/13/2025

        The whole staff was great!!!

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

        Dr. Kline is superb!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/24/2025

        Dr Kline was wonderful. He addressed my needs got me through a very successful surgery. I would recommend anyone I knew with ankle issues to Dr Kline

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/24/2025

        I have told many about my good experience.

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

        Everyone at the office was pleasant ,efficient and accommodating. Dr. Kline listens patiently and Is pleasant and courteous.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/10/2025

        Great visit. Dr kline sat and listened and providedinformation on my continued care. Very pleased.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/3/2025

        Outstanding care from Dr. Kline and his assistant. I've already recommended he and his practice to several people.

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

        Dr. Kline was highly recommended to me as my foot and ankle orthopedic surgeon is leaving UPMC. I have a fairly complex problem with my foot and ankle that needed taken care of Dr. Kline was very kind professional and explained my injury and procedure in detail.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/13/2025

        So glad I chose Dr. Kline for my foot surgery. I was referred to him by Dr. Charles Burke. Very pleased with Dr. Kline's work and care for me.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/9/2025

        I just recommended Dr Kline to my GP.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/9/2025

        Very pleased with the care I receive. I's totally worth driving to see Dr. Kline from Johnstown

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

        Dr. Kline always listens to my concerns and explains all treatments available he also is concerned about my pain level and my all around well being.

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

        I have recommended Dr Kline t to several people.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/2/2024

        The doctor was kind and took my questions seriously. He instilled confidence and trust.

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

        Dr Kline's bedside manner was so great. He was straight to the point in the care of my broken foot.

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

        Dr. Kline made sure all my questions were answered. He wasn't in a hurry to move on to his next patient. He waited until I didn't have any more questions.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/31/2024

        Dr. Kline was helpful in figuring out the problem with my foot pain and recommended a solution.

        • 0 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/17/2024

          He seemed very uninterested

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

          This facility has a terrific staff. They run on a great schedule, I'm always in and out quickly. Dr. Kline is a wonderful Doctor. He has operated on my feet and ankles. He is professional, knowledgeable, and very thorough. I wouldn't go anywhere else, and recommended this office to a few people.

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

          I am very happy with the care I receive from Dr. Kline

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

          I really liked my doctor, very easy to talk to and he knew what was going on to help me. Made me want to go back

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/19/2024

          Dr Kline is the best ortho doctor I have been to. Very honest & explained my options in detail. I highly recommend him. Thank you Dr Kline!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/25/2024

          Alex Kline is yet another fine practitioner that UPMC is blessed to have in its employ!!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/25/2024

          They were very good about answering my questions

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/25/2024

          Dr. Kline is excellent and I would highly recommend him to others. I felt like he listened and cared, wasn't rushing, very knowledgeable and explained things well.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/22/2024

          Dr. Klein, Dr. Scott, the resident and all the staff were fantastic and very kind and considerate. Just the best!!!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/22/2024

          Good experience

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/11/2024

          Good

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/11/2024

          Dr Kline is just a very Nice, thorough doctor! His assistant was good as well.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/13/2024

          Very good experience.

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

          I've been visiting with Dr. Kline for over 5 years (and a mix of Dr. Hassleman) so he has been involved in almost every thing that has happened with my feet. He's great, I trust his advice, his care and the steps he's taken to help me through the years. I wish I didn't know Dr. Kline, you understand, but I am glad that I do have his service. He's good to me.

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

          The provider was very kind and caring.

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

          Excellent care. Don't mind that it is a 2 hour drive one way to receive great care

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/18/2024

          Things were explained in terms I could understand

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/18/2024

          Good

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

          Dr. Kline is so very nice! I would highly recommend him!

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

          Dr Kline has treated Teo different foot injuries I've had since 2012. If there is a problem with my foot again in the future I will go to Dr Kline. I trust him fully. Both his opinion and his skill. As he's performed 2 surgeries on different Injuries.

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

          Forgot to ask a few questions and completely forgot to ask how recovery would be but that's my fault, answered everything I asked without spinning in circles

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

          He took the time to listen to me.

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

          I have referred several people to Dr Kline.

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

          Thank you for your honesty

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

          Doctor Klein was wonderful. He listened to my thoughts. He answered all my questions I would definitely recommend him.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/18/2024

          The Dr was awesome

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/12/2024

          Dr Alex Kline is an excellent doctor. I will tell anyone I know with a foot issue about him. He's the Best!!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/11/2024

          Dr. Kline and his resident, Dr. Rebecca were patient and listened carefully to my concerns.

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

          Good experience

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

          Excellent

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

          Definitely 5 stars

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/19/2024

          I am very happy with the care that I received and would recommend them to anyone

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/15/2024

          Dr. Kline showed great compassion and kindness. You know that surgeons can be arrogant but he is NOT. Great doctor with great patient manner.

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

          I like ALL the Doctors in this practice

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

          Dr. Kline is thorough, patient, kind, and empathetic.

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

          He was thorough and explained the options very well. He set me up for a new kind of orthotics .

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

          I thank you all for the great service.

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

          Dr Kline is always available to answer my questions, and give me the best possible solutions to my issues.

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

          Dr Kline showed real concern for the issue with my foot and took immediate steps to relieve the pain. He displays excellent communication and has very good bedside manner.

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

          Dr. Klein was excellent. Explained everything to me took time with me and I felt very reassured.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/7/2023

          Excellent

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

          I'm sure it's hard to be empathetic to everyone when you see foot problems day in and day out, but it would have been nice to be talked to like an individual and not the next number on a list.

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

          This surgery was harder than expected. However, I can finally see that It Is life changing. I have the greatest regard for Dr. Kline!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/2/2023

          I have recommended Dr. Kline to several people now and they were very pleased with the care they received.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/2/2023

          Fab

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/31/2023

          Excellent experience. Dr. Klein listened to my concerns and explained my condition very well. He is very caring and compassionate.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/26/2023

          Dr. Kline showed compassion and professionalism.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/23/2023

          I was aware that surgery at this point is my only option. Dr. Kline explained how this would work and didn't minimalize the surgery or recovery involved.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/17/2023

          Excellent care. My pain from plantar fasciitis has improved immensely and relief began in the 1st day

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

          I feel very comfortable asking Dr. Kline questions, and he has always taken the time to answer my questions. At this visit, he offered an answer to a question that I had not received an answer pfrom my other doctors. I was very appreciative of his knowledge and the time he took to answer my question.

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

          I received exceptional care from my doctor related to my follow up apt. He was very knowledgeable on my injury, listen intently as I described my symptoms and progress that I had made during my recovery.

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

          Dr Kline is the best

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/2/2023

          Outstanding care

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/28/2023

          Excellent evaluation and plan of action!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/21/2023

          As usual he talked to me about my foot issues, what to do to help my condition what to watch out for and answered all my questions all with an understanding and caring attitude.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/21/2023

          The doctor was very professional and informative.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/21/2023

          I am very impressed with the care that is given at Three Rivers Orthopedic Associates. My friend had excellent results of an ankle fusion that Dr. Hasselman performed. I am very impressed with Dr. Kline

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/7/2023

          Dr kline 5 star

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

          Dr Kline was very nice

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

          Dr Klein is most professional and offered me treatments for my complaints for me to choose. Each treatment was well explained

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/21/2023

          Dr Kline is wonderful! Very friendly and caring.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/19/2023

          Dr. Kline is outstanding in his field. Very caring and knowledgeable!. Would recommend him to everyone.

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

          Dr. Alex Kline is a great physician and extremely kind Dr. He treated me very respectfully, I'm very glad to be a patient of his.

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

          I was VERY comfortable with Dr Kline and our discussion about my foot condition.

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

          Would have liked to see the xrays of damage I did to region affected.

          4 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/21/2023

          Everyone was very friendly.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/20/2023

          Dr Kline was fantastic. I have seen a number of foot and ankle specialists and Dr Kline was the perfect combination professional, caring, and attentive. He completely described my situation, all options, his recommendations, and exactly why. My situation may not be good but this visit gave peace and comfort for path forward.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/14/2023

          Dr. Kline was very attentive, listen carefully, answered all my questions, very professional.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/14/2023

          This was my first visit to see Dr. Kline. He explained everything in detail and I left feeling great.

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

          I will always recommend Dr.Kline; I have already recommended him to two people.

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

          I was confused at first that my appt was to be with Dr Alex Kline. Saw his fellow, Dr Ahmed...very good. He spent approx 30 mins+ with me and my husband. Explained alot. Then Dr. Kline came in for about 10 mins to double check and further explain.