Community Network Neurology - University of Pittsburgh
Neurology • New Castle, PA • Multiple locations across Western Pennsylvania locations
About
Summary: - The University of Pittsburgh Neurology department provides personalized, comprehensive care for a wide range of neurological disorders, supported by strong clinical care, education, and research. - It is a nonprofit, with a presence in Pittsburgh (Kaufmann Medical Building) and overseas (India), and a focus on high-quality patient care. - The department serves a large patient base (over 65,000 treated in the past year) and emphasizes education for medical students, residents, fellows, and researchers, with multiple specialty fellowships (Epilepsy, Headache, Neuro-Oncology, Women’s Neurology, MS, Stroke, Neuroendovascular, Clinical Neurophysiology, Movement Disorders). - It houses two major research centers: the UPMC Stroke Institute and the NIA-funded Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, reflecting a strong emphasis on basic science and clinical research with steady funding growth since 2017. - Industry: Hospitals and Health Care; Type: Nonprofit; Headquarters: Pittsburgh, PA; Website: neurology.pitt.edu; Main contact: 412-692-4600. - For Community Network Neurology – University of Pittsburgh New Castle specifically, the page notes a broader Pitt Neurology footprint focused on specialized, sub-specialty care and research, though no explicit New Castle site details are provided in the extract. If you’re seeking a local Pitt Neurology provider in New Castle, consider contacting the department directly or visiting the Pitt Neurology site for affiliated clinic locations and appointment options.
Clinic Type
Neurology
Address
Locations across PA including Bridgeville, Greenville, Hermitage, McKeesport, Monroeville, Murrysville, Natrona Heights, New Castle, Saint Margaret’s (Pittsburgh), Seneca, Shadyside (Pittsburgh), West Mifflin, Wexford, and more
Phone
(412) 784-5600
kennedymr3@upmc.edu
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- UPMC Provider Directory (Dr. Marlene A. Bednar): 4.2/5 stars (109 ratings, 7 written reviews)
- Birdeye (UPMC Jameson): 2.2/5 stars (406 reviews)
Patients praise
- High CMS quality scores for several individual neurologists in the region
- Occasional patient reports of doctors being attentive and treating patients with dignity
- Some positive feedback for specific individual physicians regarding patient care
Common complaints
- Complaints of doctors appearing dismissive, impersonal, or cold during appointments
- Reports of poor communication, including staff not returning calls or being rude
- Frustrations regarding office management, such as disorganized scheduling and difficulty with prescription refills
- Instances of technical issues during virtual visits and general dissatisfaction with administrative service levels
"I felt as though she did not care and had an attitude of this is not my problem. I did not feel listened to and she disregarded symptoms that have caused pain for a long time without actually listening... Cried after the appointment."
— UPMC Provider Directory - Dr. Marlene A. Bednar review"TERRIBLE PLACE ...They do NOT return calls cant get meds refilled ..The worst JUAN MERCADO is the worst...... I WOULD NEVER RECOMEND EVER !!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
— LocalityBiz - UPMC Outpatient Center review"The doctor was attentive to my concerns and treated me with dignity."
— UPMC Provider Directory - Dr. Marlene A. Bednar reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Dr. Kimberly Clinebell, MD - Psychiatrist in New Castle, PA — May 14, 2026
- Dr. Li-Ming Zhang, MD - Anesthesiologist in New Castle, PA — May 14, 2026
- UPMC neurology expands access to Lewisburg | News, Sports, Jobs - The Express — Jul 18, 2025
- Lauren Michelle Carroll, PA-C - Pittsburgh, PA - Neurosurgery — May 4, 2026
- Jan Drappatz | Pittsburgh Magazine — Aug 20, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More neurology clinics in New Castle
Summary: UPMC Jameson Memorial Hospital in New Castle, PA (part of UPMC) is a full-service community hospital offering surgical services, emergency medicine, and various medical services. Located at 1211 Wilmington Ave, New Castle, PA 16105, it has 54 employees and operates as a private, active medical practice. Key leadership includes Director of Pharmacy Ronald Shollenberger and Director of Critical Care Medicine John Evankovich. If you’re seeking neuroscience location information specifically in New Castle, note that Jameson is a broader hospital system; for specialized neuroscience services, verify the hospital’s neuroscience/neurocritical care offerings or connect with UPMC Jameson for referrals to neurology/neurosurgery within the UPMC network. Contact: 724-994-4747 or 412-647-8762.
Summary: Jameson Memorial Hospital (UPMC Jameson) is a full-service community hospital in New Castle, PA, offering surgical services, emergency medicine, and related medical care. It operates as part of UPMC and has 54 employees. The hospital’s address is 1211 Wilmington Ave, New Castle, PA 16105. For neurology-specific care, you may contact the hospital to inquire about a neurology provider or refer to UPMC’s broader network of neurology services in the region. Key contact numbers include 724-994-4747 and 412-647-8762.
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