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Dr. John Bookwalter III, MD

Neurosurgery*
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Map Pin Small Brackenridge, PA
Accepting new patients
48 years of experience

Overview of Dr. John Bookwalter III, MD

Dr. John Bookwalter III, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in Brackenridge, PA. They specialize in Neurosurgery, has 48 years of experience, and is board certified in Neurosurgery. They graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and is affiliated with UPMC St. Margaret, UPMC Passavant-McCandless, West Penn Hospital, UPMC Presbyterian, Allegheny General Hospital, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital and UPMC Shadyside. Dr. Bookwalter III, completed a residency at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Bookwalter III an average 4.0 star rating.

Dr. Bookwalter III works at Practice in Brackenridge, PA. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Bookwalter III's Office Locations

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    Oakland Orthopaedic Associates
    1030 Broadview Blvd, Brackenridge, PA 15014 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (724) 224-8700

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  • UPMC St. Margaret
  • UPMC Passavant-McCandless
  • West Penn Hospital
  • UPMC Presbyterian
  • Allegheny General Hospital
  • UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
  • UPMC Shadyside

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    About Dr. John Bookwalter III, MD

    Specialties*
    • Neurosurgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 48 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1790784460
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
    Residency
    Internship
    • IU Health Methodist
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Butler University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Neurosurgery
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    Dr. Bookwalter III works at Practice in Brackenridge, PA. View the full address on Dr. Bookwalter III’s profile.

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