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John A. McKeating

John A. McKeating, MD

Wound Care

General Surgery

Accepting New Patients
Online Booking
4.8 of 5 stars77 ratings, 13 reviews
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult
  • Older Adult

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About John A. McKeating

John A. McKeating, MD, is a general surgeon and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery.  He is co-chairman of the Department of Surgery at UPMC Mercy. He is also associate professor of surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. McKeating received his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. His residency was at Mercy Hospital in Pittsburgh, and he completed a fellowship in surgical oncology cancer surgery at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in Buffalo, New York.

Dr. McKeating’s clinical interests include gastrointestinal surgery, abdominal core health, abdominal hernias, and complex reconstructive abdominal surgery, as well as colon-rectal and anorectal procedures. He is also interested in a wide realm of general surgical procedures, including endoscopy. Dr. McKeating has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals. He enjoys spending time with his family, and his hobbies include reading and fishing.

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Provider Type

Physician

Locations

  1. General Surgery, UPMC Mercy
    • 1350 Locust Street, Suite 406, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
    • General Surgery, Bethel Park
      • 1300 Oxford Drive, Suite 1500, Bethel Park, PA 15102
      • Wound Healing Services at UPMC Mercy
        • 1515 Locust Street, Floor 4, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

        Expertise

        Education

        Roswell Park Cancer Institute University at Buffalo

        Fellowship

        UPMC Mercy Hospital

        Residency

        University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

        Medical Education

        Board Certifications

        Surgery

        American Board of 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
        • 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

        77 ratings, 13 reviews

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        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
        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
        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
        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
        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
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          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/30/2025

          Professor knows best

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

          I had some fears regarding the surgery and Dr. McKeating reassured me of the risks and benefits in having my hernia repaired. He took the time to address my fears.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/14/2024

          Excellent experience with Dr. McKeating!

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

          Treatment like a member of the family.

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

          Great caring doctor

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

          He answered all my questions

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

          Dr McKeating has operated on me twice before. He has always keep us informed and told us what to expect. I would definitely recommend him.

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

          Thumbs up!!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/14/2023

          Dr. McKeating was a pleasure to meet. He was very thorough and very easy to talk with. I would highly recommend him.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/10/2023

          Dr McKeating is one of the best doctors I gave ever dealt with. He is very caring, a good listener, and an outstanding surgeon

          1 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 5/16/2023

          Sorry I was not happy with the attitude of the dr or nurse.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/20/2023

          Considering after 30 years I returned to him says a lot about my confidence in Dr. McKeating.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/20/2023

          Everything was great