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Alexander K Yu, MD
(245 reviews)
Neurological Surgery
AHN Provider
AHN Neurosurgery
*Primary Location
Allegheny General Hospital
North
320 E North Ave
Suite 208
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Tel: 412.359.6200
Fax: 412.359.6615
Allegheny General Hospital
North
320 E North Ave
Suite 208
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Tel: 412.359.6200
Fax: 412.359.6615
Aneurysm
Arnold Chiari Malformation
Arteriovenous Malformation
Benign Brain Tumor
Brain Aneurysm
Brain Lesions
Brain Mass
Brain and Skull Based Tumors
Cavernoma
Cerebral Stenosis
Cerebrovascular Disease
Cervical Disc Surgery
Cervical Myelopathy
Craniotomy Tumor
Hemifacial Spasm
Herniated Disc
Lumbar Disc Surgery
Metastatic Tumors of the Spine
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Peripheral Neuropathy
Sciatica
Scoliosis
Spinal Tumors
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Training & Certifications
Residency
Allegheny General Hospital
AGH-WPH Medical Education Consortium
School
University of Miami
St. Louis University
Publications
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Patient Comments
June 29, 2021
Dr. Yu and his staff are always kind, compassionate and take time to answer all questions.
June 14, 2021
Dr Yu and his staff are fantastic. kind and caring. treated with respect and dignity
June 10, 2021
Dr. Yu took care of my husband's [...] and I knew I'd got o him if I had a problem.
May 08, 2021
was strait up with the issue of my back
April 26, 2021
Dr. Yu was very nice and explained things clearly. [...]
April 26, 2021
Dr. Yu is amazing. By far the best neurosurgeon I've ever had. I'm so grateful for him and his willingness to help me. 100% trust him
April 22, 2021
Dr. Yu is a phenomenal neurologist and surgeon. Not only does he provide excellent physical care, but his style and demeanor is terrific, honest, confident and comforting. [...].
April 06, 2021
Dr Yu did an excellent job of explaining the plan for treating my problem
April 04, 2021
This was a very bad experience. Will find another doctor, hopefully, who will show care, answer questions, be on time, etc. etc. [...]
March 29, 2021
would recomend
March 29, 2021
I have recommended Dr. Yu to other people
March 24, 2021
Dr, Yu rushed through the initial evaluation. He gave me orders for further imaging studies and I was then scheduled for a follow up. This was in such contrast from my previous experiences at AGH.
March 16, 2021
Dr. Yu is Excellent!
March 11, 2021
Always kind, answers my every question no matter how simply they might be... And then asks if there is anything else!!!
March 08, 2021
After taking the time to listen to my concerns with compassion and empathy, Dr.Yu organized my plan of care by getting my pain management under control
March 08, 2021
This was for a complex medical problem. The physician really took the time to explain everything to me
February 25, 2021
Dr. Yu is very knowledgeable and I am pain free for the 1st time in 30 years.
February 08, 2021
Dr Yu was very informative while answering all of my questions and viewing the x-rays. He spent a great deal of time explaining my progress, and providing encouragement.
February 01, 2021
I felt like I was being given exceptional care and concern for my well being.
January 18, 2021
I'm so thankful for Dr. Yu and his willingness to help me.
January 04, 2021
wonderful care [...].
January 01, 2021
Provider spent plenty of time with me and it felt like he was fully present during my visit. It didn't feel rushed and he spent time answering my questions and my husband's (present via phone) in a manner that was understandable. He included me and my husband in developing the treatment plan and made sure that we understood his recommendations for the plan.
December 08, 2020
[...]. Dr. Yu spoke to me again & answered all my questions. Very thorough & showed me CT scan on CD's.
November 23, 2020
Great
November 08, 2020
Dr. Yu is an excellent surgeon and is always professional.
November 03, 2020
I have been so satisfied and happy with the care that Dr. Yu has provided [...]. His bedside manner is wonderful, and he's always willing to answer my questions, I never feel rushed. I would and have recommended him to anyone in need to neurosurgical services.
October 22, 2020
I was very impressed with him and so was my friend I brought!
