
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult
- Older Adult
Languages
- English
In-Network Plans
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MaleAbout Trent D. Emerick
Trent Emerick, MD, MBA, is certified in anesthesiology, pain medicine, and addiction medicine by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Emerick is an Associate Professor of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine and Bioengineering at the University of Pittsburgh's School of Medicine.
In addition to his clinical and academic responsibilities, Dr. Emerick holds appointment as the Associate Chief of the Chronic Pain Division in the Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine and Program Director for the UPMC Pain Medicine Fellowship. He completed his fellowship and residency at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, and medical degree at Georgetown University School of Medicine.
Dr. Emerick has a strong interest in quality improvement projects, including clinic and operating room efficiency analyses, inpatient chronic pain service consult analyses, and development of new protocols within the chronic pain division. Other interests include cancer pain, craniofacial pain, abdominal/pelvic pain, and medical device design.
He practices at UPMC Pain Management at Falk Medical Building and is affiliated with UPMC East, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, UPMC McKeesport, UPMC Passavant, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC St. Margaret.
This provider is affiliated with UPMC.

Pronouns
He/Him/His
Leadership Title
Associate Chief, Chronic Pain Medicine
Program Director, UPMC Pain Medicine Fellowship
Provider Type
Physician
Locations
- UPMC Pain Management at Falk Medical Building
- 3601 5th Avenue, Floor 6, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
- phone: 412-692-2234
- UPMC Pain Management at Centre Commons
- 5750 Centre Avenue, Centre Commons Bldg, Suite 260, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
- phone: 412-665-8030
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
- Residency: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
- Medical Education: Georgetown University School of Medicine
Board Certifications
- Pain Medicine: American Board of Anesthesiology
- Anesthesiology: American Board of Anesthesiology
- Addiction Medicine: American Board of Preventive Medicine
Insurance
- UPMC for Life
- UPMC for You
- UPMC Health Plan
- Aetna
- Amerihealth Caritas
- Cigna
- Gateway
- Highmark
- Humana
- Independent Health
- Medical Mutual of OH
- Medicare
- Non-PA Medical Assistance
- PA Health And Wellness
- PA Medical Assitance
- Palmetto
- The Health Plan
- Tricare
- Unison
- United Healthcare
- Veterans Choice
Ratings & Reviews
4.7 out of 5
215 ratings, 38 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
Dr. Emerick is superb. His resident, I think her name was a. Jacob she was absolutely incredibly good..
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
Dr. Emerick is awesome. He cares, he explains, he answers questions and has always provided the best care. Mondays appointment was no different.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/3/2025
Dr. Emerick is a very knowledgeable and an overall wonderful medical provided.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2025
Excellent communication skills! I feel he genuinely cared about my issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2025
As always, Dr. Emerick was kind and genuinely concerned about how successful the pain block was and my ongoing treatment with him. I would highly recommend him to anyone suffering with this condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
The doctors and fellows & PAs come to the visit well prepared and I believe they have read my background material before meeting
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2025
We had a lot to go through and it was a great experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2025
I had a great experience. I thought that the doctor listened to what I had to say. I felt that they listened to my concerns and wanted to help me out. I would definitely recommend this physician to other people. They are a very good listener and seem like they wanted the best for me. I felt included and heard. They seem pretty knowledgeable about treattments regarding my medical issue. I didn't feeldismissed or ignored from the doctor. We discussed treatment options. regarding my medical problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/21/2025
I'm very blessed and pleased to be receiving care under Dr Emmerick. He listens,cares and provides individualized treatments for his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/7/2025
Excellent compassionate doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2025
Dr was excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/10/2025
Dr. Emmerick has wonderful bedside manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/7/2025
Dr. Emerick and his doctors and office staff are always very helpful and concerned.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/17/2025
Very thoughtful provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2025
Excellent Experience!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/3/2025
Always approaches ideas and consulting in a polite manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2025
I had a very good experience. I felt like they listened to my concerns. They seemed like they cared and wanted the best regarding my treatment. They definitely let me participate in my treatment plan. I would definitely recommend the doctor and his np to other patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2025
Already recommended Dr. Emerick to a few people.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2024
The treatment staff including attending physician, his fellowship Doc and nurse were very understanding and answered any questions I had. They accommodated me with excellent care! Was able to get an epidural on my first visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2024
I absolutely adore DrEmerick he's absolutely my favorite doctor I've recommended him to so many of my friends and family, he's wonderful!!!! Always listens and try's to come up with best plan that fits to the patient very kind caring and compassionate.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2024
I was very pleased.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2024
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2024
I would recommend all of my physicians to family and friends.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2024
Awesome staff!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2024
I have recommended Dr Emerick to a number of friends with similar pain issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2024
Thank you again
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2024
I have come to expect excellent care from Dr. Emerick throughout several years of in person visits. That did not change at all with this virtual visit. He's a great doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2024
He didn't rush me into making a decision.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2024
Dr. Emerick is fantastic!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2024
I had a very good experience. All the personnel were great.I would recommend this office.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2024
Doc shows a lot of concern for my health and well being and that I'm not just another patient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/14/2024
Very good
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/22/2024
I like Dr. Emerick, but I don't believe my questions were really answered and it seemed a bit rushed than an in office visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2024
Dr. Emerick and his staff were kind , attentive and compassionate towards myself and my concerns .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/25/2024
Everyone was professional, courteous, and on time,
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/24/2024
Dr and all the staff were caring and great listeners
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2024
I had a good experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2024
First time I felt truly cared for.