About
Dr. Joel Warshaw has practiced Internal Medicine in the Pittsburgh area for over thirty years. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the State University of New York at Binghamton in 1988, then went on to complete his medical degree at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 1992. He finished his internship and residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in 1995, the same year he earned board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He recertified with the American Board of Internal Medicine in 2005 and holds fellowship membership in the American College of Physicians.
Dr. Warshaw spent his early career at Mt Lebanon Diagnostic Center with UPMC from 1996 to 2001, then at Mt Lebanon Internal Medicine from 2001 to 2007. During that time, he also served as a Staff Physician at St. Clair Hospital beginning in 1996. In 2008, he launched Premier Personal Healthcare, Pittsburgh's first concierge medical practice, to deliver deeply personal, relationship-driven internal medicine care. He partners with SignatureMD to extend that commitment to his members. His clinical focus spans disease management, preventive care, executive-style annual physicals, and cutting-edge diagnostics.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, State University of New York (SUNY) Binghamton, Binghamton, New York (1988)
Medical School
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA (1992)
Residency
Internship and Residency, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA (1995)
Additional Training
American College of Physicians (ACP) – Fellowship membership; American Medical Association (AMA) membership
Certifications
Who is Dr. Warshaw right for?
Dr. Warshaw suits adults who want a long-term, relationship-driven relationship with a single internist. Patients managing chronic conditions benefit from his focus on disease management and preventive care. Executives and professionals value his comprehensive annual physicals with written reports and fitness assessments. Anyone who wants same-day access and a direct cell phone line to their physician will find his model a strong fit. Medicare beneficiaries who prefer to opt out and pay directly for premium-level internal medicine care are also well-served by his practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Warshaw focuses on Internal Medicine, including chronic disease management and preventive care. He evaluates and manages a broad range of adult health concerns, from cardiovascular risk to metabolic conditions. His executive-style physicals allow him to assess baseline health comprehensively and track changes over time.
Yes. Dr. Warshaw holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine, which he earned in 1995. He completed recertification with the American Board of Internal Medicine in 2005. He also holds fellowship membership in the American College of Physicians.
Dr. Warshaw earned his medical degree at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 1992. He completed his internship and residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in 1995. His undergraduate degree in Chemistry came from the State University of New York at Binghamton in 1988.
Dr. Warshaw has practiced Internal Medicine for over thirty years. He began his career in Pittsburgh in 1996 and founded Premier Personal Healthcare in 2008.
Yes. Dr. Warshaw provides 24/7 direct cell phone access to all members, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. No answering service intercepts calls, and no covering physician handles after-hours concerns in his place. He also remains available for consultation if a member visits an emergency room.
Dr. Warshaw schedules at least one hour for annual physicals. Each exam emphasizes disease management and preventive care, and includes a fitness assessment and personalized wellness programming. He provides a comprehensive written report at the conclusion of each annual exam.
Yes. Dr. Warshaw offers a range of advanced medical tests on an individual basis. The practice has negotiated reduced rates for members on outside tests. In-office tests, including EKGs, pulmonary function tests, and vision and hearing testing, are covered under the annual membership fee.
Dr. Warshaw coordinates specialist appointments, radiology tests, and hospital care for his members. He stays involved when members require hospitalization, remaining available around the clock for consultation with emergency and specialist physicians.
Dr. Warshaw served as a Staff Physician at St. Clair Hospital in Pittsburgh beginning in 1996. While he no longer holds a formal affiliation, he continues to support the hospital and coordinates care there when members need it.
Doctor profile last updated March 22, 2026