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Dr. Karla Bernardi, MD

Dr. Karla Bernardi, MD

General Surgery*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Karla Bernardi, MD is a general surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Loyola University Chicago School of Dentistry in 2014. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as UPMC East and Heritage Valley Kennedy.

3 Star Rating
Based on 2 reviews 3 Star Rating (2 reviews)

Practice

300 Halket St Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Bernardi is affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian Pittsburgh, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Bernardi specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Bernardi's Reviews

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3.0
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Dr. Bernardi took 3x the allotted appointment time to explain my surgical options to me and explain her decision making that leads to each option. Dr. Bernardi is an intelligent and caring provider, and I would recommend her to friends and family. I feel safe knowing she is on my care team.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 15, 2024
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Not a patient advocate
This was the second doctor I saw after having gastric bypass surgery. After surgery I have experienced nausea and vomiting almost daily. The first dr told me to come back in six months which lead me to find this dr. After several visits and tests she determined I needed a revision surgery. My insurance denied the surgery. She would not file an appeal with the insurance. Why recommend a procedure if you aren't going to advocate for it or for your patient that is suffering? Very disappointed in the way I was treated after being assured 'she would be able to help me' and knowing the issues with the first dr. Zero confidence in the fact that I may need the revision surgery at all.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jan 06, 2024
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About Me

biography

Dr. Karla Bernardi, MD is a general surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Loyola University Chicago School of Dentistry in 2014. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as UPMC East and Heritage Valley Kennedy.
  • General Surgery

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  • Loyola University Chicago School Of Dentistry

    Medical School, 2014
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital300 Halket St Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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Medvantx Inc4490 Mount Royal Blvd Ste 3100 Allison Park, PA 15101
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University of Pittsburgh Medical Center300 Halket St Ste 5600 Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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Office3380 Blvd of the Allies Ste 1 Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UPMC Presbyterian

    200 Lothrop St
    Pittsburgh, PA 15213
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • UPMC St. Margaret

    815 Freeport Rd
    Pittsburgh, PA 15215
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • UPMC Passavant-McCandless

    9100 Babcock Blvd
    Pittsburgh, PA 15237
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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