25 of the Best General Surgeons Near Me in Altoona, PA
General Surgery • Altoona, PA
Clinic Type
General Surgery
Address
2758 Century Blvd, Ste 1, Wyomissing, PA 19609
Phone
610-375-0500
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- UPMC Providers: 4.9/5 stars (144 ratings, 24 reviews)
- UPMC Providers: 4.7/5 stars (67 ratings, 12 reviews)
- UPMC Providers: 4.8/5 stars (114 ratings, 26 reviews)
- Healthgrades: 3.9/5 stars (17 ratings)
- US News Doctors: 5/5 stars (330 reviews)
Patients praise
- Strong surgical expertise and clinical knowledge
- High patient satisfaction regarding professional, caring, and thorough demeanor for some providers
- Good communication and willingness to explain findings and options
- Highly recommended by some patients for successful surgical outcomes
Common complaints
- Some patients reported dismissive, rude, or judgmental staff or communication style
- Concerns regarding thoroughness and patient preparedness for procedures
- Some experiences noted lack of warm, bedside manner even if medical expertise was rated high
"He is extremely knowledgeable and shares all his findings with his patients. I would give Dr. Currie a 10/10."
— UPMC Providers Review"No, he isn't the warm and fuzzy guy you might be looking for, but he knows what he's doing, which is the most important thing when it comes to your health."
— Healthgrades Review for Dr. Howard Black"Dr Kutruff was wonderful! He's an excellent Dr and I've already recommended him to friends!"
— UPMC Providers Review for Dr. Cory Allen KutruffSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Dr. Scot A. Currie, DO - Altoona, PA - Bariatric Surgery, General Surgery - Book Appointment
- Dr. Matthew Newlin, MD - Altoona, PA - Bariatric Surgery, General Surgery - Book Appointment — Mar 25, 2026
- General Surgery in Altoona, PA - Find a UPMC Provider
- General Surgery in Altoona, PA''/1000 - Find a UPMC Provider
- General Surgery - Find a Doctor | UPMC
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More general surgery clinics in Altoona
Find a UPMC Altoona general surgery provider. - UPMC Altoona (Altoona Regional Health System) is a nonprofit health system in Altoona, PA, with two hospital campuses (Altoona Hospital Campus and Bon Secours Campus) and 497 licensed beds. - The system is part of UPMC and serves Blair County and surrounding areas, offering general surgical services among its departments. - Open positions related to surgery include PA/CRNP and ACNP roles in trauma/general surgery, indicating active surgical/trauma coverage in the Altoona site. - Contact and locations: - 2500 Seventh Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602 - 620 Howard Avenue, Altoona, PA 16601 (HQ) - Phone: 814-889-2011 (central), additional lines as listed If you’re seeking a specific general surgeon at UPMC Altoona, I can search for individual providers (by name, specialty, or location) or help you contact the hospital to schedule.
General Surgery at UPMC Altoona (Altoona Regional Health System) - Overview: UPMC Altoona (Altoona Regional Health System) is a nonprofit, two-campus, acute-care hospital system in Altoona, PA, serving Blair County and surrounding areas. It has a combined 497 beds across its Altoona and Bon Secours campuses and employs around 136 staff. - Relevance to general surgery: The system provides a broad range of medical services across multiple departments, including surgery. Current open positions include PA/CRNP roles in Trauma/General Surgery, indicating active general surgery services and clinical opportunities. - Locations: Main campuses at 2500 Seventh Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602, and 620 Howard Avenue (HQ), Altoona, PA 16601. - About the network: Part of UPMC; affiliated with a large physician base (over 300 physicians) and extensive health system resources across central Pennsylvania. - How to explore further: Check current job postings for PA/CRNP roles in Trauma/General Surgery or contact the Altoona location for specifics on general surgery services, including available procedures, surgeons, and intake processes. General inquiries: 814-889-2011.
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