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Dr. Terence Starz, MD

Dr. Terence Starz, MD

Rheumatology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Terence Starz, MD is a rheumatologist in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College in 1971. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UPMC St. Margaret and UPMC Presbyterian. He is accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 30 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (30 reviews)

Practice

580 S Aiken Ave Ste 430 Pittsburgh, PA 15232

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Starz specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Starz's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Starz

3.4

30 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
53%
53%
4 Star
7%
7%
3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
33%
33%

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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Patricia in Pittsburgh, PA – Sep 18, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Crystal canfield in Union City Pa – Apr 03, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jean S. in Pittsburgh, PA – Oct 26, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
15 people found this helpful
Helpful
Anna in Pittsburgh – Mar 07, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
20 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 29, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. Terence Starz, MD is a rheumatologist in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College in 1971. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UPMC St. Margaret and UPMC Presbyterian. He is accepting new patients.
  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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

  • Upmc - Presbyterian

    Fellowship Hospital, 1977
  • Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College

    Medical School, 1971
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

Office580 S Aiken Ave Ste 430 Pittsburgh, PA 15232
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Practice

Office2 Hot Metal St Ste 1 Pittsburgh, PA 15203
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • UPMC St. Margaret

    815 Freeport Rd
    Pittsburgh, PA 15215
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • UPMC Presbyterian

    200 Lothrop St
    Pittsburgh, PA 15213
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Magee Womens Hospital of UPMC Health System

    300 Halket St
    Pittsburgh, PA 15213
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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