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Dr. Alexander Kandabarow, MD

Dr. Alexander Kandabarow, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Alexander Kandabarow, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Rostraver Township, PA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 1982. He is affiliated with St Clair Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

800 Plaza Dr Ste 240 Rostraver Township, PA 15012

Make an Appointment

(724) 379-5802

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Kandabarow is affiliated with St Clair Hospital Pittsburgh, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ • See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
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  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
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Dr. Kandabarow's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kandabarow

3.1
20 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
50%
50%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
10%
10%
1 star
40%
40%

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Poor judgment
Dr. Kandabarow did rod insertion on my back but, failed to stabilize above and below the rods he inserted. After two failed back surgeries I’m living in constant pain with a 48 degree curve of my spine. All thanks to him not doing his job.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Apr 23, 2025
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He fixed my C 6/7 back in 2006.. top not h dr.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Kenneth P – May 09, 2020
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I've had 6 spine surgeries and the last 3 were done by Dr. Kandabarow. I refuse to use anyone else, even if we do live in Orlando now. Infact, my daughter has the same condition I have and I've taken her up to Pittsburgh twice, for 2 different areas so he can "FIX" her neck. I am an old Neorosugery nurse and I am very particular about who touches our spines!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Rebecca Berggren in Orlando – Dec 14, 2017
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Dr. Kandabarow performed my spinal fusion back in 2007. He did a fantastic job and I have no regrets. I would send any of my closest friends and family to him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
13 others found this helpful
Helpful
Beth in Canonsburg, PA – Jul 11, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Alexander Kandabarow, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Rostraver Township, PA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 1982. He is affiliated with St Clair Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Rush-presby St Lukes

    Fellowship Hospital, 1988

  • University Of Pittsburgh

    Residency Hospital, 1984

  • Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

    Medical School, 1982
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Locations

Practice

Office800 Plaza Dr Ste 240 Rostraver Township, PA 15012
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St Clair Hospital

    1000 Bower Hill Rd
    Pittsburgh, PA 15243
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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