Dr. Edwin Chester Fischl M.D.
Surgeon
120 5th Ave Suite P4205 Pittsburgh PA, 15222About
Dr. Edwin Fischl is a general surgeon practicing in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Fischl specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Fischl provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
Education and Training
Univ of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa 1970
Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania 1970
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Dr. Edwin Chester Fischl M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 120 5th Ave Suite P4205
120 5th Ave Suite P4205 -Pittsburgh, PA 15222Get Direction
Dr. Edwin Chester Fischl M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
![]()
How is the Recovery for a Cholecystectomy?How long does it take for you to recover from a cholecystectomy? The length of the recovery period depends on whether you had a laparoscopic or open cholecystectomy. Many people who have keyhole surgery are released from the hospital the same day of the surgery. It may take up to 2 weeks for these...
![]()
Where Does Appendicitis Pain Occur?The human body has numerous skin receptors that transmit signals to the brain 24/7 in an attempt to keep the body and person in sync. These nerve receptors are highly sensitive to pain and different sensations. For example, when the body comes in contact with fire or electricity, the brain...
![]()
What Are the Risks to Knee Replacement Surgery?Knee replacement surgery is a medical procedure that is aimed to treat a knee joint that has been damaged due to arthritis or other complications. Arthritis is a condition that results from the breakdown of joint cartilage plus the underlying bone. Knee replacement surgery is used when other means...
- What Are the Different Types of Hysterectomies?
Removing the womb or uterus surgically has always been an option for women troubled by severe bleeding, uncontrolled fibroid growth, painful endometriosis, and spreading cancer. Removing the source of the problem has been considered the best remedy for relieving these painful symptoms that...
![]()
What Are the Side Effects of Gallbladder Surgery?The gallbladder is a small pear-shaped organ located between the liver and small intestine. Even though it plays a big role in digestion, a person can live a normal life without it. This means that the gallbladder can be discarded without necessarily affecting the functionality of other organs. If...
![]()
How to Prepare for an AblationAn ablation is a surgery that removes body tissue. Once your ablation has been discussed, it is wise to consider some shared risk factors which you may control. The following shared risk factors are important to consider before your ablation....
Nearby Providers
![]()
Dr. Arthur Fine M.D.575 Coal Valley Rd Clairton PA 15025![]()
Dr. Richard Fortunato D.O.320 E North Ave Pittsburgh PA 15212![]()
Dr. Saptarshi Biswas MD2570 HAYMAKER RD MONROEVILLE PA 15146![]()
Dr. Fernando Safdie M.D.200 LOTHROP ST. PGH. PA 15213![]()
Dr. Alejandro Castellvi M.D.320 E NORTH AVE STE 208 PITTSBURGH PA 15212![]()
Dr. David E. Stein MD305 North Highland Avenue Merion Station Pennsylvania 19066
Nearest Hospitals
CHILDREN'S HOME OF PITTSBURGHl
5324 PENN AVENUE PITTSBURGH PA 15224WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA HOSPITALl
4800 FRIENDSHIP AVENUE PITTSBURGH PA 15224