UPMC School of Surgical Technology

UPMC School of Surgical Technology is a hospital-based training institution located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, operating under the UPMC health system. The school prepares students for careers as surgical technologists, a critical role in the operating room responsible for maintaining sterile fields and assisting surgeons during procedures. Specific enrollment and completion metrics are not reported in current IPEDS data.

The surgical technology program provides instruction in anatomy and physiology, surgical procedures, sterile technique, instrumentation, and perioperative patient care. Upon completion, graduates are eligible to sit for the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) examination administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).

Pittsburgh is home to one of the largest academic medical systems in the United States, and UPMC's extensive network of hospitals and surgical facilities provides graduates with strong employment prospects in the region. Prospective students should contact UPMC School of Surgical Technology directly for admissions requirements and program schedules.