
Donald G. Klinestiver, MD
Internal Medicine
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult
- Older Adult
Languages
- English
In-Network Plans
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MaleAbout Donald G. Klinestiver
Donald Klinestiver, Jr., MD, is a primary care physician and board-certified internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Klinestiver received his medical degree from the Marshall University School of Medicine in Huntington, W. Va. He completed his chief residency at Allegheny General Hospital. He has been in practice for many years.
Dr. Klinestiver's clinical interests include preventive medicine and mentoring and sharing his knowledge to shape new medical students in the primary care setting. He enjoys traveling and the outdoors, golfing, fishing, kayaking, and many other activities with his family and friends. He stays informed and current with the newest medical treatments by attending conferences and reading medical journals.
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Provider Type
Physician
Locations
- Steel City Internal Medicine-UPMC
- 291 State Route 288, Ellwood City, PA 16117
- phone: 724-752-8722
- Steel City Internal Medicine-UPMC
- 9104 Babcock Boulevard, Suite 6000, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
- phone: 412-358-9613
Expertise
Education
Allegheny General Hospital
ResidencyMarshall University School of Medicine
Medical EducationBoard Certifications
Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal MedicineInsurance
- 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
- Ohio Bureau of Workers Comp
- PA Health And Wellness
- PA Medical Assitance
- Palmetto
- The Health Plan
- Tricare
- Unison
- United Healthcare
- Veterans Choice
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
331 ratings, 70 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 5/7/2025
He cares about his patients and gives them a quality experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/3/2025
Dr. Klinestiver is the best physician I have had over the last sixty years of my life- don't lose him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2025
Dr. Klinestiver is an excellent doctor. He is always very thorough going over any medical concerns I have, any treatment options, any testing that I should have including preventative. Once again he is an excellent doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2025
Dr. Klinestiver is very good at explaining things and explaining what I need to do to take care of myself.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2025
Excellent Care Doctor!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2025
I have only good things to say about this office, its people and their practice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2025
Dr Klinestiver is a knowledgeable articulate caring physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2025
Amazing
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2025
Dr Klinestiver is so good that I do not want to share him with any dditional patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/6/2025
Dr. Klinestiver is an exceptional physician. Always caring for his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2025
Dr. Klinestiver is the best PCP I've ever had. He inspired me to go back to medical school with his compassionate care and intellect.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/31/2024
Excellent physician. Very thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/31/2024
Dr. Klinestiver is very reassuring and an excellent diagnostician...he is both knowledgeable and personable. I appreciate him and his staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2024
I feel the doctor listened to my concerns and addressed them in clear and understandable language
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2024
Dr Klinestiver listened to me and took all the time needed to answer me and explain his reasoning. He is a very good PCP and I trust him.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2024
Was distracted with assistant in training.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2024
Dr Klinestiver is great and definitely cares about us.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2024
Dr. Klinestiver is an excellent physician. He listens to your concerns and wants to ensure continued good health of his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2024
Great experience. Looking forward to the next experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2024
Dr. Klinestiver took the time to answer all of my questions as well as covering multiple key items he felt were necessary for my care. He is a great doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
Dr Klinestiver always takes the time and is very thorough to listen to it. Any concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
Dr. Klinestiver is always attentive, knows my history well, remembers old issues, my current life and about family members. A rare treat. Explains everything thoroughly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2024
I've always appreciated the care I receive from Dr. Klinestiver. He's the best for me and my family.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2024
Been a patient of Dr Klinestiver for 20+ years. Always listens and explains
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2024
Dr took the time to explain my problem to me in understandable terms
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2024
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2024
Dr. Klinestiver is the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2024
BEST DOCTOR I HAVE HAD FOR SIXTY YEARS -- DON'T LOSE HIM
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2024
Dr Klinestiver is delightful and very knowledgeable. I routinely recommend him to friends and family
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2024
Dr. Klinestiver listens attentively with compassion. His assessments and explanations are thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2024
Excellent physician, very kind person
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2024
I very much enjoy seeing Dr. Klinestiver.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2024
Excellent service from Dr Klinestiver.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2024
The doctor was very tentative in listening to what I had to say and wrote it down.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2024
The doctor actively listened to all my concerns, not just nodding his head.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2024
Dr Klienstiver was very generous w his time as always
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2024
Dr Klinestiver is very good with his patients. He listens and solves their problems. This was a follow up visit and I was very happy with the results of the change in blood pressure medication that he prescribed for me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2024
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/22/2024
I'd recommend Dr. Klinestiver without hesitation all day, if I didn't fear him becoming even more busy, making it harder for ME to schedule an appointments.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2024
Dr Klinestiver listens to learn. He cares, he's a problem solver and truly searches for answers. He makes you feel important to him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/1/2024
Always good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2024
Dr. Klinestiver is very personable and does not rush through the visit. Listens and explains things very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2024
He was outstanding in the time & attention given to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2024
Dr. Klinestiver is the best. Very thorough, listens carefully and shows genuine concern for your wellbeing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2024
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2024
Dr. Klinestiver is great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2024
All good!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2024
Well run office and a wonderful doctor and his staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2024
Dr. Klinestiver took the time to listen to my concerns and provided options for treatment for my new health diagnosis in the future, if needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/28/2023
Dr. Klinestiver is by far the best PCP I've ever had and I'm 69 yrs. Old
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/28/2023
Dr Klinestiver was very professional took his time answering all my questions,wish he was in Ellwood City more than 1 day a week. Excellent Dr
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/14/2023
Dr klinestiver is veryApproachable. He listens to our questions and concerns. He gives us answers we can understand and apply to my situation. GREAT Listener and takes time with his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/13/2023
Excellent care from Dr. K - would highly recommend him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2023
Dr. Klinestyver was very professional and caring. He took time to listen to my concerns and offered insights thru medical studies to recommend treatment for my high cholesterol .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2023
Dr Klinestiver is clearly a caring knowledgeable and articulate physician. I feel lucky to be under his care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2023
Dr Klinestiver was very thorough and caring about all of my issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2023
Excellent doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/26/2023
Doctor is very thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/21/2023
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/21/2023
Easy to communicate with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2023
I tell every one I know if they're looking for a new doctor choose Dr. Klinestiver.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2023
Always good to spend time w Dr K.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2023
UPMC is the very best in everything they do
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2023
I would recommend Dr. Klinestiver to all of my friends and family.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2023
Dr. Klinestiver was very attentive to my concerns and responded to them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2023
The doctor was excellent. I was extremely satisfied.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2023
Doctor gave me plenty of time to discuss my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/27/2023
Dr. Klinestiver is very friendly and knowledgeable. He takes time to listen to my concerns and provide answers to my questions. I feel very comfortable when I'm in his office.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2023
Dr K is the best doctor I have ever had
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2023
Dr Klinestiver is an excellent dr. Am grateful for his good care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2023
Listens and explains everything! He makes it easy to understand too!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2023
Dr. Klinestiver is great. Easy to talk to. Listens well and is genuinely interested in patient.