Joseph C. Maroon, MD

  • Clinical Professor
  • Heindl Scholar in Neuroscience

Joseph C. Maroon, MD, is a board-certified clinical professor of neurological surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, and the Heindl Scholar in Neuroscience.

His clinical and research interests have been in the areas of the development of minimally invasive surgical procedures to the brain and spine, the prevention and treatment of traumatic injuries to the central nervous system, innovative approaches to pituitary and other brain tumors and more recently complimentary approaches to inflammatory diseases associated with aging.

Working with neuropsychologist, Mark Lovell, PhD, he co-developed ImPACT© (Immediate Post-Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Testing). This is the first computerized system to determine concussion severity and the timing for return to contact sports. It is now the standard of care for concussion management in the National Football League, National Hockey League, Major League Baseball, NASCAR and is used in over 12,000 colleges and high schools in the United States.

For over 20 years he has served as the neurosurgical consultant to professional and college athletes in football, baseball, golf, hockey and soccer and was team neurosurgeon to the Pittsburgh Steelers for over 40 years. He has been honored by the neurosurgical societies of Japan, Korea, Thailand, Egypt, Brazil, Lebanon and China for his neurosurgical contributions, and was honored by his peers when he was elected president of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, the largest society of neurosurgeons in North America.

[Read Indiana University Establishes Joseph Maroon Professorship]

Other outside activities include a former member of the board of directors and chairman of the scientific and technology committee of Mylan Laboratories, the largest generic drug manufacturer in the world; former chairman of the scientific advisory board to General Nutrition Corporation (GNC); and chairman of the medical and scientific advisory board to Stemedica. He also serves on the NFL Head, Neck and Spine Committee and, in 2008, he became medical director of the World Wrestling Entertainment Corporation (WWE). Also in 2008, he was named senior vice president of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M).

Honored as one of America’s best neurosurgeons for 12 consecutive years he has written over 290 papers, 40 book chapters and five books. His most recent book, published in February of 2017 and re-released in December of 2018, is entitled Square One: A Simple Guide to a Balanced Life that takes a look at the importance of understanding where you are in life and the need to keep all elements of your life in proper “balance.” He has also authored Fish Oil: The Natural Anti-Inflammatory, published in 2006, and The Longevity Factor: How Resveratrol and Red Wine Activate Genes for Longer and Healthier Life, published in 2008.

In his early years, his athletic abilities earned him a football scholarship to the University of Indiana in Bloomington where he was selected as Scholastic All-American in football.

Despite his busy professional schedule, Dr. Maroon remains an avid athlete and has competed in over 78 triathlon events. These include eight Ironman distant triathlons (2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike and 26.2 run) in Hawaii (1993, 2003, 2008, 2010 and 2013), Canada (1995), New Zealand (1997) and Europe (2000). He placed sixth in the Senior U.S. Olympics Triathlon in 2005.

In 1999, he—along with Joe Montana and Kareem Abdul Jabaar—was inducted into the Lou Holtz Upper Ohio Valley Hall of Fame for his athletic accomplishments and contributions to sports medicine. On May 2, 2009, he was inducted into the Western Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame, and on March 14, 2010, he was inducted into the National Fitness Hall of Fame in Chicago.

In June of 2017, Dr. Maroon was selected as Man of the Year by the Saints and Sinners Club of America, and in September of 2018, he was named Humanitarian of the Year by the Jerome Bettis Bus Stops Here Foundation.

As medical director of the Live Free African Freedom Tour, on February 26, 2014, Dr. Maroon and his daughter, Isabella—along with a group of amputees—climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro in Africa, the highest free-standing mountain in the world. In May of 2015, Dr. Maroon completed The Crucible Extreme Hike, a 3-day, 70-mile hike in the Laurel Mountains of Pennsylvania to raise awareness for wounded veterans.

In February of 2020, Dr. Maroon was named recipient of the UPMC Clinician of Courage Award. To further honor Dr. Maroon, upon presenting the award, UPMC announced that the award would be renamed the Joseph Maroon Clinician of Courage Award for future award winners.

Dr. Maroon's publications can be reviewed through the National Library of Medicine's publication database.

[Watch Indiana University School of Medicine video honoring Dr. Maroon as the 2022 IU Distinguished Medical Alumni Award recipient—the highest alumni award the university can bestow on a graduate.]

Board Certifications

American Board of Neurological Surgery

Professional Organization Membership

Allegheny County Medical Society
American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine
American Association of Neurological Surgeons
American College of Sports Medicine
American College of Surgeons
American Medical Association
Congress of Neurological Surgeons
Mid-Atlantic Neurosurgical Society
National Association for Disabled Athletes
National Football League Physicians Society
Neurosurgical Society of America
Pennsylvania Medical Society
Pennsylvania Neurosurgical Society

Professional Activities

National Science Advisory Panel, The Chuck Noll Foundation for Brain Injury Research
Medical Consultant, Viatris Laboratories
Consulting Neurosurgeon, Pittsburgh Steelers
Medical Director, WWE
Senior Vice President, American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine
Senior Advisor, NFL Head, Neck and Spine Committee
World Advisory Board, International Sports Hall of Fame
Chairman, Medical and Scientific Advisory Board, Stemedica
Consulting Neurosurgeon, Operation Backbone

Education & Training

  • AB, Anatomy & Physiology, Indiana University, 1961
  • MD, Indiana University, 1965
  • Residency, General Surgery, Georgetown University, 1967
  • Residency, Neurological Surgery, Indiana University, 1968
  • Residency, Neurological Surgery, Oxford University, 1969
  • Fellowship, Vermont College of Medicine, 1972

Honors & Awards

  • Distinguished Medical Alumni Award, Indiana University School of Medicine, 2022
  • UPMC Physician Excellence Award: Clinician of Courage, 2020
  • Inaugural Chuck Noll Foundation Lecture on Sports Related Trauma, American Association of Neurological Surgeons Annual Scientific Meeting, San Diego, 2019
  • Humanitarian of the Year, Jerome Bettis Bus Stops Here Foundation, 2018
  • Man of the Year, Circus Saints & Sinners Club, Bob Prince Tent, 2017
  • Castle Connolly Best Doctors in America, Pittsburgh Magazine, 2017-19
  • Lifetime Leadership Award for Concussion Research, UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program, 2016
  • Listed in The Best Doctors in America, 2000-14
  • Honorary President, World Association of Lebanese Neurosurgeons, 1999-2012
  • Ohio Valley Athletic Conference Hall of Fame Class of 2012
  • Pioneer Award, 25th Anniversary UPMC Center for Cranial Base Surgery, 2012
  • Distinguished Alumni Service Award, Indiana University, Bloomington, 2011
  • National Fitness Hall of Fame, 2010
  • Western Pennsylvania Chapter of the Sports Hall of Fame, 2009
  • Healthcare Hero Finalist, The Pittsburgh Business Times, 1999 and 2002
  • Lou Holtz/Upper Ohio Valley Hall of Fame inductee, 1999

Media Appearances

'It's barbaric': Pitt study quantifies concussions in slap fighting
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
September 27, 2024

Competitive slap fighting exposed: First study finds 78% show signs of brain injuries
StudyFinds.org
September 26, 2024

Slap fighting causes high risk of brain injury, doctors call for safeguards over alarming concussion rates
msn.com
September 23, 2024

Unique new sport, 'slap fighting,' could cause serious brain damage
local12.com (WKRC-TV, Cincinnati, Ohio)
September 22, 2024

Inside bizarre world of slap fighting: How 'ultimate test of toughness' has gained millions of followers and celebrity fans - as competitors are warned they risk brain damage
dailymail.com (London, England)
September 19, 2024

Concussion warning over face-slap fighting
BBC
September 18, 2024

Dr. Maroon to Newsmax: Biden Should End Reelection Bid
Newsmax Wake Up America
July 12, 2024

A neurosurgeon explains the dangers of marijuana
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
June 27, 2024

‘I want to die “young” as late as possible,’ says 83-year-old triathlete doctor and professor who reinvented himself after a midlife crisis
Dow Jones Market Watch
May 6, 2024

Dr. Maroon, Surgeon to the Stars, Reflects on Career at Martins Ferry Chamber Dinner
The Intelligencer/Wheeling News-Register
March 19, 2024

Dr. Joseph Maroon to Newsmax: Biden's 'Mild Cognitive Impairment' Concerning
Newsmax
February 20, 2024

An 83-year-old neurosurgeon who does triathlons has 3 tips for younger people who want to be as fit and healthy as him
Business Insider
January 30, 2024

Anti-Inflammation Information From Dr. Maroon
worldhealth.net
December 19, 2023

Migraine Headache Treatment
KATU-TV (Portland, Ore.) Afternoon Live
November 27, 2023

Alzheimer Drug Lequembi
WISR Radio (Butler, Pa.)
July 12, 2023

Tips for Migraine Relief
WTVR TV-6 News (Richmond, Va.)
June 30, 2023

Effective, Drug-Free Relief From Migraines
newsmax health
June 9, 2023

University Of Pittsburgh Launches National Sports Brain Bank
Forbers Magazine
May 19, 2023

Jerome Bettis happy to be star player for new National Sports Brain Bank at Pitt
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
May 18, 2023

4 Your Health: Former Steelers to join brain research effort
WTAE-TV
May 18, 2023

Jerome Bettis, Merril Hoge donating brains to University of Pittsburgh's new National Sports Brain Bank
KDKA-TV
May 18, 2023

An N.F.L. Doctor Wants to Know Why Some Players Get C.T.E. and Others Don’t
New York Times
May 18, 2023

6 daily practices this 82-year-old triathlete and neurosurgeon uses to lengthen his healthspan
CNBC.com
January 26, 2023

Key neurological doctor believes Tua Tagovailoa isn’t at risk of more concussions with proper rest
Dolphin Nation
January 24, 2023

Key doctor backs Dolphins' Chris Grier: Tua Tagovailoa isn't automatically concussion risk
Palm Beach Post
January 24, 2023

UPMC and Steelers neurosurgeon Joseph Maroon starts anti-aging research consortium
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
January 4, 2023

From Concussion to Competition
The GoodMen Project
January 2, 2023

Gerry Dulac: Why Kenny Pickett returned to Steelers practice so quickly
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
October 21, 2022

Brain injury foundation honors Noll's legacy, makes advances for the future
Piitsburgh Business Times
October 6, 2022

Concussed Student-Athlete Program leading battle against brain injuries
Palm Beach Post
September 8, 2022

Chuck Noll Foundation funding research for an easy way to identify concussions
nextpittsburgh.com
August 3, 2022

At age 82, Joseph Maroon credits oxygen therapy for his triathlon success
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
June 12, 2022

Sewickley's Joseph Maroon takes 2nd in triathlon at National Senior Games
TribLive
May 29, 2022

Steelers neurosurgeon Dr. Joseph Maroon recognized with research award
TribLive
March 4, 2022

Maroon wins Arthur C. Rettig Award
steelers.com
March 4, 2022

How the Power of Positivity Defined the Moments After the Injury That Changed My Life
therringer.com
November 30, 2021

The Chuck Noll Foundation Story
Pittsburgh Steelers Game Program
November 14, 2021

Gerry Dulac: Remembering an underrated aspect of Chuck Noll's legacy
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
November 12, 2021

Dr. Joseph C. Maroon: Dr. Freddie Fu, visionary
TribLive
September 29, 2021

Dr. Joseph Maroon of the Chuck Noll Foundation for Brain Injury Research
TechVibe Radio
May 7, 2021

Diet, depression and your gut health
KDKA Radio Morning Show
March 23, 2021

Dr. Joseph Maroon honored with UPMC Clinician of Courage Award
TribLive
September 10, 2020

Maroon receives Clinician of Courage Award
steelers.com
August 16, 2020

Try These 5 CBD Products for Better Sleep and Reduced Anxiety
929nin.com (Wichita Falls, Texas)
April 15, 2020

How Doctors Protect Themselves Against Coronavirus
Newsmax
April 14, 2020

‘Apart from the Ordinary’ St. Barnabas caring, growing for more than a century
Trib Live
February 23, 2020

Pittsburgh-Based Company Develops Wearable Technology That Regulates Mood
KDKA-TV Evening News
January 24, 2020

‘Square One’: Dr. Joseph Maroon reveals how to find balance in life
June 24, 2019
The South Hills Almanac

CBD Goes Mainstream
April 11, 2019
Consumer Reports

Discussing Brain Health
March 21, 2019
WBVP/WMB Radio Best of Beaver County

Can CBD Help You Sleep? Some research suggests it might be worth a try
February 5, 2019
Consumer Reports

St. Barnabas using virtual reality to help people suffering from dementia
December 6, 2018
WPXI-TV

Can Prayer Help Us Heal? Doctors Say Yes
November 16, 2018
forward.com

Steelers' Ryan Shazier visits medical staff in Cincinnati
October 13, 2018
Pittsburgh Tribune Review

Rewiring Our Brain
Summer 2018
Pittsburgh FiftyFive+

Bruno Sammartino Doctor and Friend Dr. Jospeh Maroon
April 19, 2018
93.7 The Fan

Wrestling legend Bruno Sammartino remembered as a true champ
April 18, 2018
Beaver County Times

Webinar: Cannabis In Medicine With Dr. Joseph Maroon
March 20, 2018
Redefining Medicine, A4M

Chuck Noll Foundation Research Grant Awards
February 26, 2018
KDKA Radio Morning News

Steeler-sponsored Chuck Noll Foundation funds first concussion research grants
February 22, 2018
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Ryan Shazier Begins Rehab After Spinal Surgery
December 14, 2017
Sports Illustrated

Steelers' Ryan Shazier has spinal stabilization surgery
December 7, 2017
Pittsburgh Tribune Review

Dr. Joseph Maroon Discusses New Book
October 26, 2017
KDKA-TV Pittsburgh Today Live

Dr. Maroon Is Still Going Strong at 77
August 28, 2017
Wheeling Intelligencer/News Register

Honoring Dr. Joseph Maroon at Circus Saints & Sinners
July 31, 2017
Pittsburgh Tribune Review

Circus Saints & Sinners honors Dr. Joseph Maroon
July 31, 2017
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Maroon wins 'Man of the Year' honor
steelers.com
July 25, 2017

Steelers’ Neurosurgeon Maps Out Guide To A Balanced Life In ‘Square One’
February 14, 2017
KDKA Radio

Art Rooney II Announces Creation of the Chuck Noll Foundation
November 17, 2016
steelers.com

Steelers form brain injury foundation named after coach Chuck Noll
November 17, 2016
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

Brain health emphasized at Beaver Meadows care facility
November 7, 2016
Beaver County Times

ProMedica study to target traumatic brain injuries
May 12, 2016
Toledo Blade

Take these steps to avoid harmful inflammation
April 11, 2016
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

Dr. Joseph Maroon is one of the good guys
March 8, 2016
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Concussion-lobby loses talking point after Bryan Danielson’s retirement
February 10, 2016
todayspigskin.com

Portrayal Of Steelers Doctor In “Concussion” Ignites Anger
January 5, 2016
KDKA-TV

Julian Bailes Responds to "Concussion" Movie
December 17, 2015
KDKA Radio

10 Tips to Live Healthier and Longer
livestrong.com
December 7, 2015

Tips to Staying Young
KDKA-TV Pittsburgh Today Live
October 9, 2015

‘Eye in the Sky’ doctors monitor NFL players from high above action
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
September 23, 2015

Indispensable Impact (pdf)
Indiana University Alumni Magazine
Fall 2015

Innovations in cervical integrated interbody: What you need to know for clinical success
Becker's Spine Review
September 15, 2015

More On Bruno Sammartino Having Surgery Recently, How He's Doing Now, WWE's Dr. Joseph Maroon
wrestling.inc
July 10, 2015

As doctors get old, AMA grapples with how long to extend career
Pittsburgh Tribune Review
June 13, 2015

Research points to health benefits of turmeric
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
June 2, 2015

'Youth football has never been safer,' concussion expert says
SportingKid Live
May 29, 2015

Brain Scan May One Day Identify Concussion Disease That Can Only Be Diagnosed After Death
April 7, 2015
Huffington Post

Steelers’ neurosurgeon says riding bike more dangerous than youth football
March 18, 2015
WPXI-TV

Dr. Joseph Maroon Shares Some Insight on Head Trauma in the NFL
March 17, 2015
95.7 The Game (San Francisco)

The NFL had never been safer
March 17, 2015
NFL Network: Total Access

University of Pittsburgh study shows 153 cases of CTE in medical history
March 6, 2015
USA Football

Weighing the childhood risks of contact sports
January 29, 2015
Washington Times

St. Barnabas, neurosurgeon team to battle dementia
January 28, 2015
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

Maroon partners with St. Barnabas
January 20, 2015
Pittsburgh Business Times

Hike organized to draw attention to veterans services
November 14, 2014
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Concussion game changers: 14 people from Cleveland to Pittsburgh who have advanced football-related brain issues
July 16, 2014
cleveland.com

NFL rumors 2014: Jermichael Finley gets initial clearance for neck, will visit with undisclosed team Friday
May 30, 2014
thephinsider.com

Doctor says Kilimanjaro trek was an inspirational high
March 11, 2014
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

Local Doctor Leads Inspiring Climb Up Mt. Kilimanjaro
March 6, 2014
KDKA TV-2 Evening News

Ain't no mountain high enough for Steelers doc
February 27, 2014
steelers.com

Local Doctor Climbs Mt. Kilimanjaro For Worthy Cause
February 26, 2014
KDKA 1020 Radio (Pittsburgh) Morning News

Pittsburgh Doctors Head WWE Medical Team
February 19, 2014
KDKA.com

Neurosurgeon to take part in Kilimanjaro climb
February 17, 2014
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

UPMC neurosurgeon joins No Limits trek up Africa's Mt. Kilimanjaro
February 16, 2014
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

Jermichael Finley, agent optimistic TE will be cleared; Packers future uncertain
February 12, 2014
Milwaukee-Wisconsin Journal Sentinel

Sewickley resident completes 5th Ironman World Championship
November 13, 2013
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

The Making of an Ironman
Muscle & Body
November 2013

UPMC Neurosurgeon Dr. Joseph Maroon Reacts To Tony Dorsett’s Diagnosis
93.7 Radio (Pittsburgh) The Fan
November 7, 2013 

Demonstrating What It Means to 'Live Well,' Dr. Joseph C. Maroon Enters His 5th Ironman World Championship in Kona Hawaii
Wall Street Journal
October 3, 2013

Maroon Taking Ironman Challenge
The Intelligencer/Wheeling News-Register
September 29, 2013

Dr. Maroon’s “What It Takes To Be An Ironman”
September 24, 2013
KDKA Radio Morning News

Activating the Longevity Gene with Dr. Joseph Maroon, MD, FACS
September 23, 2013
Science-Based Nutrition Podcast

Antibiotics can relieve back pain caused by bacterial infections
September 9, 2013
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

After Cervical Disc Surgery Pro Athletes Can Return to Sports
July 29, 2013
Monthly Prescribing Reference

Pro athletes can resume careers after cervical spine fusion surgery, reports Neurosurgery
July 18, 2013
Science Codex

Steelers trainer reflects on Roethlisberger concussion
June 8, 2013
USA Today

Steelers: We made correct call on concussion
June 8, 2013
Pittsburgh Tribune Review

Richie Steamboat To Undergo Back Surgery
June 7, 2013
Wrestling News Source

MedLogic's new scanner can show life-threatening bleeding from a head injury
June 5, 2013
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

UPMC Holding Concussion Seminar
June 1, 2013
KDKA Radio 1020

Injury Update on WWE NXT Star Bronson
May 12, 2013
The Wrestling News

WWE Beginners Using Headgear, Update on Bearer-HOF, Gewirtz
March 14, 2013
The Wrestling News

Ryan Westmoreland Gives Us Something Much More Crucial to Root for Than Baseball
March 7, 2013
bleacher report

Bruno Sammartino at the Arnold Classic
March 4, 2013
24wrestling.com

Dr. Joseph Maroon Explains Latest Concussion Research
March 14, 2012
93.7 The Fan Morning Sports Radio

Injured Local Veteran Pushes For Better Treatment
March 12, 2012 
KDKA-TV Evening News

Punch Drunk After a concussion forces him to retire, a former pro-wrestler starts an institute to study the neurological effects of repeated brain injuries
The Scientist
December 1, 2011

Inside Peyton Manning's surgery
September 9, 2011
CNN.com

‘Sunday Sit-Down’: Dr. Joseph Maroon
August 7, 2011
The Intelligencer/Wheeling News Register

Mixed martial arts -- a blend of boxing, karate and wrestling -- enjoys rapid rise in popularity but not without some controversy
June 26, 2011
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Profile: Joseph C. Maroon, MD: Physician and Triathlete
June 2011
Allegheny County Medical Society Bulletin

What hit her? The repercussions of traumatic brain injury are becoming clearer
Spring 2011
University of Pittsburgh PittMed

Triathlon powers UPMC neurosurgeon
February 11, 2011
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

Triathlons saved my life
February 7, 2011 
CNN.com

Does football have a future? The NFL and the concussion crisis
January 31, 2011
The New Yorker

Tri-Athlete Speaks To Pittsburgh Steelers 
December 23, 2010
KDKA-TV Evening News

Man With No Legs Helps Pittsburgh Doctor Finish Ironman Competition 
December 23, 2010 
WPXI-TV Evening News

Getting Vitamin D Straight with Dr. Maroon 
December 2, 2010
KDKA Radio 1020 Morning News Show

Training for Ironman Triathlons at Age 70 
November 9, 2010
Wall Street Journal

John Elway, Joseph Maroon Discuss NFL Concussions 
October 25, 2010
Bloomberg: The Hays Advantage Podcast

A big ImPACT: Concussion test aids in precaution
October 28, 2010
Altoona Mirror

Steelers’ Team Doctor Joseph Maroon Reacts To NFL Concussions 
October 19, 2010
KDKA Radio 1020 Morning News Show

Doctor scores personal best in Ironman triathlon
October 18, 2010
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Brain trauma up in youth basketball as other injuries drop
September 17, 2010
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Triathlons for stress reduction
Summer 2010
CNS Congress Quarterly

The Evolution of Neurosurgery at UPMC Passavant
July 2010 
North Hills Monthly

Joseph Maroon named to Fitness Hall of Fame
April 21, 2010
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Hockey will be next to focus on brain injuries
March 14, 2010 
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Westmoreland to have brain surgery
March 13, 2010
ESPN Boston.com

Concussion awareness makes major strides
March 13, 2010
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

Brain experts develop game plan for football concussions
March 13, 2010
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

New Pill Has Promising List Of Benefits 
February 15, 2010
KDKA-TV Evening News

Concussions in the National Football League 
January 19, 2010
HBO: Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel

Football Head Injuries Plague Players for Life, Witnesses Tell Congressmen
January 4, 2010
All Headline News.com

Toast to Your Health With a Supplement
December 22, 2009
Wall Street Journal

Practicing again, Westbrook wants to play
December 10, 2009
Philadelphia Inquirer

Peter King: Monday Morning QB: Are helmet mandates coming?
December 8, 2009
Sports Illustrated.com

Culture of hiding concussions may be changing
(Joseph Maroon, MD)
December 5, 2009
foxsports.com

NFL Issues New Guidelines on Concussions 
December 2, 2009 
New York Times

'Tough' issue: Concussion efforts by NFL face hurdles
December 2, 2009
USA Today

Head cases: The NFL needs to get tough on concussions
December 2, 2009
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (Editorial)

UPMC doctors developed stress test for brain
December 2, 2009
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Chuck Noll sparked concussion test
December 2, 2009
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Starkey: Ben, Hines and head injuries
December 2, 2009
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

Concussions in the NFL Interview 
December 1, 2009
KDKA Radio 1020 Morning News Show

As Signs of Concern Spread, NFL Revisits Concussions
November 29, 2009
New York Times

Doctors see improvement in Eagles' Westbrook after concussion
November 11, 2009
NFL.com

Many Ohio Valley High Schools Using State-Of-The-Art Football Helmets 
November 9, 2009
WTOV-TV9 (Steubenville, OH)

NFL’s Influence on Safety at Youth Levels Is Cited
October 29 
New York Times

Drinking the savory wine of longevity
August 19, 2009
The Washington Times

If red wine's good, are resveratrol pills even better?
July 13, 2009
Los Angeles Times

Eating to live longer: It can be a page turner
July 13, 2009
Los Angeles Times

The 700 Club Interview 
June 24, 2009
CBN-TV

Cheers to Health
April 17, 2009
Saturday Evening Post

Storm's Swin Cash has back surgery
March 9, 2009
The Seattle Times

'Newsmaker' Feature
March 3, 2009
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

Celebrating 25 Years of Bringing the Best in Neurosurgical Care to Our Community
February 2009
The Point North Magazine

Something fishy in Steelers' diet aids cardiovascular health
February 2, 2009
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Steelers neurosurgeon raises toast to red wine
January 27, 2009
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

Physician authors share what they know about red wine, fitness
January 14, 2009
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Pittsburgh research explores resveratrol
January 14, 2009
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Steelers, local athletes share same test for concussions
January 5, 2009
Somerset Daily American

Roethlisberger’s Injury Highlights Nerve Center for Head Trauma 
January 1, 2009 
New York Times

How easily can Roethlisberger bounce back from a concussion?
December 30, 2008
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Local Doctor Makes Time For Proper Diet, Exercise 
December 4, 2008
KDKA-TV2 Evening News (Pittsburgh)

Better Off Red: Red Wine...The New Oat Bran, Omega-3 and Aspirin in One
November 18, 2008 
New York Post

Ironman triathlon puts surgeon to the test
October 22, 2008
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

UPMC surgeon trains for Ironman
July 21, 2008
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

Much Hype in Player’s Treatment, Doctors Say
January 15, 2008
New York Times

Is this Mike Alstott's last stop? A neck injury ends the A-Train's season — and possibly his career
August 10, 2007
St. Petersburg Times

Roethlisberger likely to go full tilt in full practice today
October 26, 2006
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Roethlisberger doesn't appear to have a severe injury, could play Sunday
October 24, 2006
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (Associated Press article)

Recognizing concussions sometimes difficult
October 24, 2006
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Steelers doctor says concluding football led to Long's demise is bad science
September 16, 2005
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Surgeon disagrees with Wecht that football killed Long
September 15, 2005
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Greg Norman has back surgery
March 23, 2005
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The Big Picture: Myron copes with back attack 
September 30, 2002
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette