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Dr. Swarna Varma, MB BS

Dr. Swarna Varma, MB BS

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Swarna Varma, MB BS is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Varma has extensive experience in Gonadal Endocrine Disorders, Thyroid Disorders, and Osteoporosis & Screening. She graduated from Christian Med Coll-Madras U-Vellore in 1976. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Washington Hospital and Uniontown Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.6 Star Rating
Based on 40 reviews 2.6 Star Rating (40 reviews)

Practice

363 Vanadium Rd Ste 102 Pittsburgh, PA 15243
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Varma is affiliated with St Clair Hospital Pittsburgh, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Varma specializes in the areas of Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Critical 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. Varma's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Varma

2.6

40 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
3%
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3 Star
10%
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2 Star
10%
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1 Star
48%
48%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Mar 07, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
Helpful
Jan 12, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
A type 1 diabetic for 52 years that behaves & foll – Dec 29, 2023
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
James P. Lydon – Apr 06, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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T Wright – Apr 14, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Disappointed in Uniontown, PA – Dec 21, 2018
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Stacy in Pittsburgh, PA – Mar 05, 2018
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Mc Kees Rocks, PA – Aug 04, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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CB in Washington, PA – Feb 18, 2017
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Bob K in Pittsburgh, pA – Dec 20, 2016
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dissapointed in Uniontown, PA – Dec 17, 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
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
M.W. in Bridgeville, PA – Apr 23, 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
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Holli – Mar 30, 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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Crafton, PA – Dec 21, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. Swarna Varma, MB BS is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Varma has extensive experience in Gonadal Endocrine Disorders, Thyroid Disorders, and Osteoporosis...read more
  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

  • 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.

  • University Health Center Pittsburgh-monte

    Fellowship Hospital, 1981
  • Hutzel Hosp-wayne State University

    Residency Hospital, 1980
  • Hutzel Hosp-wayne State University

    Internship Hospital, 1978
  • Christian Med Coll-madras U-vellore

    Medical School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
Internal Medicine
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

Pittsburgh Endocrine Diabetes Associates P C.363 Vanadium Rd Ste 102 Pittsburgh, PA 15243
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Practice

Office1370 Washington Pike Bridgeville, PA 15017
2
Heritage Valley Kennedy25 Heckel Rd Mc Kees Rocks, PA 15136
3
Office2100 Jane St Ste 801 Pittsburgh, PA 15203
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • St Clair Hospital

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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

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

    Patient Safety 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.

    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

    View all patient feedback
  • Jefferson Hospital

    565 Coal Valley Rd
    Jefferson Hills, PA 15025
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

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

    3% 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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