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Maria F. Twichell

Maria F. Twichell, MD

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Amputee Rehabilitation

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4.9 of 5 stars30 ratings, 17 reviews
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult
  • Older Adult

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

About Maria F. Twichell

Maria Twichell, MD, is a physiatrist and is certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. She is the medical director of the acute inpatient rehabilitation unit at UPMC Mercy and is an assistant professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. She received her medical degree from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and completed her residency at UPMC.
Dr. Twichell’s clinical interests include traumatic brain injury, rehabilitation after amputation, and burn rehabilitation. She has published on the role of amantadine after concussion and is a member of the ABPMR and ABA.
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Provider Type

Physician

Locations

  1. UPMC Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
    • 1515 Locust Street, Suite 236, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
    • UPMC Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
      • 3471 5th Avenue, Suite 900, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

      Expertise

      Education

      University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

      Residency

      Michigan State University

      Medical Education

      Board Certifications

      Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

      American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

      Insurance

      Please call the physician's office to verify insurance coverage.
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      • 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
      • The Health Plan
      • Tricare
      • Unison
      • United Healthcare
      • Veterans Choice

      Ratings & Reviews

      4.9 out of 5

      30 ratings, 17 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 4.8 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 4.8 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
      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 4.7 out of 5 stars
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        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/21/2025

        Dr. Twichell is top notch always great conversing with her very understanding and present during appointments

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/17/2025

        My Doctor is very compassionate. You're a kind-hearted understanding patient. Patient and She listens with her heart not just with her ears.And she responds accurately.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/17/2025

        Dr. Twitchell is a GOD SENT!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/14/2024

        I have seen Dr twichell for many years. Thanks to her patience and expertise in my condition we have consistently worked thru many boundaries that I have.

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

        De. Twichell combines excellent care in treating post traumatic headaches with a kinly mammer.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/12/2024

        Dr. Twichell is the absolute best. Gold medal everytime. Her staff scores the Silver medal only because there is only one Gold to give. Dr. Twichell is patient, caring and knowledgeable. All doctors could learn from her.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/29/2024

        Great all around

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

        Dr. Twitchell has explained to me options of treatments over the years and has included me in them. She listens to my concerns, and when I update her on something new that she suggested that I try to do to help me and it works she praises me for that effort.

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

        She is a phenomenal Doctor who listens, and explains I am so grateful to have access to such a wonderful, doctor.

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

        I have been seeing Dr. Twichell for many years, due to a traumatic brain injury I had back in 2010. She has been instrumental in getting me to the stage I'm currently at. I'm very thankful to have found such an amazing doctor. Very grateful to Dr. Twichell.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/26/2024

        I am pleased with how the staff works with my concerns in mind when deciding how to treat me.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/22/2024

        Dr Twichell is extraordinary

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/25/2023

        Dr Twitchell is the best.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/17/2023

        Dr. Twichell is an excellent physician!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/31/2023

        I've already recommended dr.twitchelle to a couple of people

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/17/2023

        Dr. Twitchell is one of the most caring compassionate, and intelligent physicians I have ever known. I am so glad I was placed on her service.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/3/2023

        Dr. Twichell is an amazing doctor and I highly recommend her!!!