Orthopedic Surgeons & Specialists | Western PA
Orthopedics • Johnstown, PA • 4+ locations (East Hills, Ebensburg, Johnstown, Somerset) locations
Clinic Type
Orthopedics
Address
1450 Scalp Avenue, Suite 301 Johnstown, PA 15904
Phone
+18149557370
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Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
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FAQs
What is Western PA Orthopedics?
Orthopedic specialists and sports medicine physicians under Conemaugh Physician Group.
What services are provided by the Orthopedics & Sports Medicine team?
Orthopedics specialists address bone, joint, muscle, tendon and/or ligament problems with comprehensive, state-of-the-art care and personalized attention.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- UPMC Provider Site (Dr. Vincent E. Vena): 4.8/5 (46 ratings) (6 reviews)
- UPMC Provider Site (Oleg Cooley, PA-C): 4.9/5 (189 ratings) (46 reviews)
- Healthgrades (Dr. Richard Goodrich Jr.): 3.5/5 (6 ratings) (3 written reviews)
- Healthgrades (Dr. Julio Rodriguez): 5.0/5 (1 rating) (1 written review)
Patients praise
- high levels of trust in surgical expertise and skill
- reports of successful patient outcomes, particularly in joint replacements
- physicians described as compassionate and respectful in many cases
- frequent recognition as patient-preferred or top-choice providers in directory platforms
Common complaints
- reports of doctors appearing rushed or unproductive during visits
- difficulties with scheduling appointments
- some complaints regarding staff friendliness and wait times
- instances of feeling unheard or that questions were not adequately answered
"I have total trust and confidence in Western PA Orthopedic & Sports Medicine. I would highly recommend them to anyone who wants to get back to enjoying life as it was intended… pain-free."
— Conemaugh Physician Group Patient Testimonial"His compassion is matched by his skill. He treats his patients as he would his own family. He is an outstanding surgeon, and every family member he has cared for has had fantastic results."
— Healthgrades Review for Dr. Richard Goodrich Jr."Dr. Katz was rude and seemed rushed, and my visit was ultimately unproductive. Front office and radiology staff were good though."
— Yelp Review for Western PA Orthopedics & Sports MedicineSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Braden Gladysz, PA-C - Hermitage, PA - Hip and Knee Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery - Book Appointment — Apr 22, 2026
- Dr. John H. Bailey, MD - Williamsport, PA - Orthopedic Surgery - Book Appointment — Apr 28, 2026
- Jonathan D. Burns, PA-C - Slippery Rock, PA - Orthopedic Surgery - Book Appointment — Apr 2, 2026
- Dr. Kenneth L. Urish, MD - West Mifflin, PA - Hip and Knee Orthopedic Surgery, Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery - Book Appointment — Apr 22, 2026
- Rebecca M. Zahniser, PA-C - Butler, PA - Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgery - Book Appointment — Mar 4, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More orthopedics clinics in Johnstown
Summary: - UPMC Altoona Elite Orthopaedics is a private, full-service orthopedic practice serving Central Pennsylvania, including Blair, Huntingdon, Bedford, Clearfield, Cambria, Centre, and Somerset counties. - Location and contact: 4 offices in Pennsylvania, including Hollidaysburg (601 Hawthorne Dr, Suite 2200) and Altoona (801 Howard Ave, Altoona, PA 16601). Phone: 814-889-3600. - Focus areas: orthopedics, concussion program, sports medicine; emphasizes patient-friendly care and elite patient experience. - Note: The listing targets the Altoona area and surrounding counties; it does not indicate a Johnstown-specific location, and the provided offices are in Hollidaysburg and Altoona. If searching specifically for Johnstown, consider nearby UPMC orthopaedics or other Johnstown-area providers within the UPMC network.
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