Dr. Thomas Burnett

About Dr. Burnett

Dr. Thomas Burnett, MD, is a board-certified Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation specialist and the Medical Director and Owner of Regeneration Pittsburgh in Wexford, Pennsylvania. Dr. Burnett combines a military service background, prestigious UPMC training, and cutting-edge regenerative medicine expertise to offer patients an innovative, non-opioid approach to pain and rehabilitation.

A graduate of The University of Toledo College of Medicine, Dr. Burnett served as a flight medicine physician in the United States Air Force before completing his PM&R residency at UPMC. He is particularly focused on non-opioid pain management and regenerative medicine, offering alternatives to surgery and traditional pain medications.

Practice: Regeneration Pittsburgh, 12590 Perry Highway, Suite 700, Wexford, PA 15090 | Phone: (724) 382-7272

Education & Training

Medical Degree

• The University of Toledo College of Medicine — MD, Class of 2007

Internship

• UPMC Medical Education — Transitional Year, 2007–2008

Military Service

• United States Air Force — Flight Medicine, 2008–2011

Residency

• UPMC Medical Education — Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 2011–2014

Board Certifications & Licensure

• American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation — Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
• Pennsylvania State Medical License (Active, 2014–2026)
• Ohio State Medical License (Active, 2024–2026)

Hospital Affiliations

• Heritage Valley Sewickley
• UPMC Mercy
• Clair Health

Areas of Expertise / Conditions Treated

• Non-opioid and interventional pain management
• Regenerative medicine (PRP, stem cell therapies)
• Sports medicine and athletic injuries
• Neuromuscular medicine
• Scapular dyskinesia and overhead throwing athlete conditions
• Musculoskeletal rehabilitation
• Work-related and occupational injuries

Why Patients Choose Dr. Burnett

1. Owner and Medical Director of Regeneration Pittsburgh — a practice dedicated to innovative, non-opioid pain solutions.
2. Unique military flight medicine background provides a high-performance, mission-focused approach to rehabilitation.
3. Published researcher on youth baseball pitching injury prevention and musculoskeletal conditions.
4. Air Force Commendation Medal recipient, reflecting professional excellence and leadership.
5. Affiliated with three major Pittsburgh-area health systems, enabling seamless coordination of complex cases.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is regenerative medicine?

Regenerative medicine uses the body’s own healing mechanisms — such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) or stem cell therapies — to repair damaged tissues, often eliminating the need for surgery or opioid medications.

2. Does Dr. Burnett prescribe opioids?

Dr. Burnett’s practice philosophy focuses on non-opioid pain management. He offers regenerative and interventional alternatives to traditional pain medication.

3. What insurance does Regeneration Pittsburgh accept?

Please contact Regeneration Pittsburgh at (724) 382-7272 to confirm accepted insurance plans.

4. Is Dr. Burnett a veteran?

Yes. Dr. Burnett served as a Flight Medicine physician in the United States Air Force and received the Air Force Commendation Medal.

5. Does Dr. Burnett treat young athletes?

Yes. His published research on youth and adolescent baseball pitching injuries demonstrates particular expertise in sports-related conditions in younger patients.