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Dr. Nitin Agarwal, MD

Dr. Nitin Agarwal, MD

Neurosurgery*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Nitin Agarwal, MD is a neurosurgeon in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers, The State University Of New Jersey in 2014. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UPMC Passavant-McCandless and UPMC Presbyterian. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 167 reviews 5 Star Rating (167 reviews)

Nitin Agarwal, MD

200 Lothrop St Ste B400 Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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(412) 647-3685

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Agarwal is affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian Pittsburgh, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Agarwal is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
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Dr. Agarwal's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Agarwal

5.0
167 ratings, 166 with a written review
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he listens and i have had great rehab. very happy with that . very nice people, nice attitude. lot of young people who are learning and progressing.
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
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Roger M. – Apr 18, 2025
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It was smoother than expected.
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
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William S. – Apr 18, 2025
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If he can do what he did with me, he's a miracle worker.
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
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Robert W. – Apr 18, 2025
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The overall experience was wonderful.
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
  • Long wait times
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Karen S. – Apr 11, 2025
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He was able to care and treat the person not just the disease.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Reginald R. – Apr 11, 2025
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It was beyond what we hoped for.
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
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Susan M. – Apr 11, 2025
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He described what he did very well and was very understanding.
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
  • Long wait times
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Jack H. – Apr 11, 2025
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I am not in a wheelchair so I am happy.
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
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Keith S. – Apr 11, 2025
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didn't expect the aftermath of surgery in terms of unexpected infection , but the team counselled and took us through it. we are happy to have gotten such comprehensive care
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
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Joseph D. – Mar 14, 2025
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Dr. Agarwal is a wonderful man and doctor. I would recommend him to anyone. He took a long time with me at my initial visit explaining what was wrong, what the surgery entailed, and what recovery would be like.
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
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Mary A. S. – Mar 14, 2025
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i had three neck surgeries and i got my full range of motion back. i got to return back to my normal activities, and i can walk again.
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
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Clayton S. – Mar 14, 2025
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from the first moment i walked in everybody seemed to care a lot about me and wanted to do the best they could to get me back to a real life!
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
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Jacob G. – Mar 14, 2025
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I came in feeling scared and I am leaving feeling safe and sound!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Sherry R. – Mar 01, 2025
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He explained the surgeries and complications well.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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John C. – Mar 01, 2025
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He is easy to talk to, and down to earth.
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
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Michael Y. – Mar 01, 2025
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He helped correct my surgery.
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
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Nicole M. – Feb 15, 2025
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All of the staff was amazing.
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
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Richard C. – Feb 15, 2025
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He is an amazing doctor who puts the patient first whenever they are with him. He took the time to care for me and was patient with me. He is a world class surgeon who fixed me and brought me from the lowest depth of my life to having a normal and happy life again. He is a wonderful person beyond an amazing doctor.
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
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Virginia J. – Feb 15, 2025
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came in through the emergency room. i am very pleased with the excellent care i got from the staff. i wouldn't go to anyone else but 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
What could be improved
No results
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Carol M. – Feb 14, 2025
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Everyone has been very polite and courteous
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
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Jacob G. – Feb 14, 2025
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About Me

care philosophy

I care for my patients akin to how I care for my family Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.

biography

Nitin Agarwal, MD, joined the University of Pittsburgh Department of Neurological Surgery as an associate professor on February 1, 2023. As part of his educational mission, he serves as the associate program director of the UPMC/University of Pittsburgh...read more

  • Neurosurgery

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  • Rutgers, The State University Of New Jersey

    Medical School, 2014
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Dr. Agarwal is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Nitin Agarwal, MD

    Nitin Agarwal, MD200 Lothrop St Ste B400 Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • 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

    • UPMC Passavant-McCandless

      9100 Babcock Blvd
      Pittsburgh, PA 15237
      Recipient of 3
      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.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Washington Hospital

      155 Wilson Ave
      Washington, PA 15301
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

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

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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