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Dr. Taylor Abel, MD

Dr. Taylor Abel, MD

Neurosurgery*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Taylor Abel, MD is a neurosurgeon in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Washington / Harborview Medical Center in 2010. He is affiliated with medical facilities UPMC Harrisburg and UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

4401 Penn Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15224

Make an Appointment

(412) 692-5090

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Abel is affiliated with UPMC Harrisburg Harrisburg, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Abel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Abel

4.8
6 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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Helping with my auto crash.
After being hit by a car while walking my dogs. Dr. Abel has been able to help me immensely and be able to get me on my feet and walking again. His bedside manners Is great his disposition is also very good. I definitely would recommend recommend Dr. Abel for any back issues you might have.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Bruce Allen – Mar 03, 2025
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God Bless you all,My Grandson Carson was operated on Valentine's Day for his Epilepsy seizures,Thank you so very much.We look forward to the care you give .Thanks Dr Abel??????
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Tom Cannon Grandfather – Feb 16, 2025
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Incredible Man and Surgeon
I broke my spinal cord 3 years ago today. It was MLK Day, Dr. Abel preformed two life saving surgeries and, in my opinion, genuinely saved my life. He was not on call that day, but came in to preform my spinal fusion. I am forever grateful for this man, he was nothing but kind to myself and my family, and is genuinely one of the most talented surgeons I’ve come across.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jan 18, 2025
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Previous Back Surgery Issues
Dr Abel provided pain mitigation cortisone injections to my hip and spinal cord to treat ongoing spinal stenosis. Minimal pain for the procedures and the treatments were successful. Good experiences with staff and scheduling. Recommend with 5 stars on all accounts.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 20, 2023
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Dr Able and his team took great care of my sister. They were very professional and really focused on personal attention , made her feel very comfortable. I would highly recommend Dr Able to friends and family.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Sep 27, 2023
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Great dr but poor appointment maker
Dr. Abel and is PA were great! However, I was mislead by the appointmaker concerning the services that could be provided. Also, suppose to get a MRI and have not heard from the scheduler. Remind everyone these issues do not mean Dr Abel didn’t do a good job.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Mar 28, 2023
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About Me

biography

Taylor Abel is a pediatric neurosurgeon and fellowship-trained epilepsy surgeon at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. He specializes in pediatric epilepsy surgery, epilepsy-associated brain tumors, and movement disorders. Dr. Abel has special...read more

  • Neurosurgery

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  • University Of Washington / Harborview Medical Center

    Medical School, 2010
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Locations

Practice

UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh4401 Penn Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15224
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Practice

University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City, IA 52242
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • UPMC Harrisburg

    111 S Front St
    Harrisburg, PA 17101
    Recipient of 33
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    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

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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  • UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh

    4401 Penn Ave
    Pittsburgh, PA 15224
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