Luzerne county, PA

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Luzerne County, Pennsylvania[edit | edit source]

  • Luzerne County is a county located in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. As of the 2010 census, the population was 320,918. Its county seat is Wilkes-Barre. Luzerne County is included in the Scranton–Wilkes-Barre–Hazleton, PA Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Healthcare in Luzerne County[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Luzerne County is a vital part of the community, providing essential medical services to residents. The county is home to several well-known healthcare facilities, each offering a range of services to meet the diverse needs of the population.

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center[edit | edit source]

  • Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center is a leading healthcare provider in Luzerne County. Located in Wilkes-Barre, the hospital offers a comprehensive range of services, including emergency care, surgical services, and specialized treatments. The hospital is part of the larger Geisinger Health System, which serves communities throughout Pennsylvania.

Wilkes-Barre General Hospital[edit | edit source]

  • Wilkes-Barre General Hospital is another major healthcare facility in Luzerne County. It is a 412-bed hospital offering a range of services, including cardiology, orthopedics, and emergency care. The hospital is part of the Commonwealth Health system, which operates several hospitals and healthcare facilities throughout northeastern Pennsylvania.

Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton[edit | edit source]

  • Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton is a community hospital serving the greater Hazleton area. The hospital offers a range of services, including emergency care, surgical services, and specialized treatments. It is part of the Lehigh Valley Health Network, a comprehensive healthcare system serving communities throughout eastern and northeastern Pennsylvania.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Luzerne County is provided by a number of well-established, reputable facilities. These hospitals and healthcare systems play a crucial role in maintaining the health and well-being of the county's residents. Whether it's routine care, emergency services, or specialized treatments, residents of Luzerne County have access to high-quality healthcare services close to home.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Luzerne county, PA



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Adams Jovan 1770858961 F Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine 2005 Family Practice Kingston PA 18704
Almaan El Attrache 1578909628 M Other 2011 Family Practice 20 E Main St Mt Pleasant PA 18704 7245473576
Anselmi Lanning 1932112638 M Jefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson University 1977 Family Practice 610 Wyoming Ave Kingston PA 18704 5702884556
Anselmi Lanning 1932112638 M Jefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson University 1977 Family Practice 176 N Main St Shavertown PA 18708 5706750900
Bharucha Rahul 1992048581 M Other 2013 Family Practice 426 Airport Rd Hazle Township PA 18202 5704599730
Bharucha Rahul 1992048581 M Other 2013 Family Practice 35 S Mountain Blvd Mountain Top PA 18707 5704745072
Brown Michael 1386809283 M Other 2008 Family Practice 176 N Main St Shavertown PA 18708 5706750900
Carey Devin 1366822504 F Other 2015 Family Practice 176 N Main St Shavertown PA 18708 5706750900
Gussman Kathryn 1609220961 F Other 2016 Family Practice Dallas PA 18612
Gussman Kathryn 1609220961 F Other 2016 Family Practice Kingston PA 18704

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Luzerne county, PA - Specialists


Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Hanlon Thomas 1275535205 MD M University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine 1987 Anesthesiology Pain Management Suite 101 Hazle Township PA 18202
Gary Langieri 1336139724 M Rutgers New Jersey Medical School 1989 Cardiac Electrophysiology Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) 575 N River St Wilkes Barre PA 18704 5706750900
Briskie Joseph 1548248396 DO M At Still University Of Health Sciences, College Of Osteo Med, Kirksville 1991 Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) Cardiac Electrophysiology Suite 201 Plains PA 18705
Ellis John 1316088669 M Hahnemann University College Of Medicine 1981 Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) Internal Medicine Suite 201 Plains PA 18705
Mohan Chandra 1972542736 M Other 1969 Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) Internal Medicine Hazleton PA 18202
Shroff Farook 1033249750 M Other 1970 Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) Wilkes Barre PA 18702
Vernon Mascarenhas 1912164302 M Other 1993 Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) Internal Medicine 100 N Academy Ave Danville PA 18202
Pernikoff Barry 1609844646 M Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine 1982 Colorectal Surgery (Proctology) General Surgery Nanticoke PA 18634
Mathur Renee 1376531970 MD F Harvard Medical School 1994 Dermatology Wilkes Barre PA 18702
Bednarek Thomas 1902893647 MD M Temple University School Of Medicine 1969 Diagnostic Radiology Hazleton PA 18201

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Allied healthcare providers


Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Butkus Diane 1568464337 CNA F Other 1992 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Hazelton PA 18201
Carboni Elaine 1013966787 CNA F Other 1978 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Hazle Township PA 18202
Blaum James 1336148253 M Life Chiropractic College 1989 Chiropractic Luzerne PA 18709
Colella Frank 1033169396 DC M Other 1991 Chiropractic Pittston PA 18640
Fultz David 1588900435 M New York Chiropractic College 2012 Chiropractic Sweet Valley PA 18656
Gavio Daniel 1689873473 M Palmer College Chiropractic - Davenport 2006 Chiropractic Suite 206 Hazle Township PA 18202
Goss Jerry 1730376542 M Palmer College Chiropractic - Davenport 1993 Chiropractic Hanover Township PA 18706
Klein Nathanael 1780013375 M Life Chiropractic College 2013 Chiropractic Shavertown PA 18708
Spencer Ross 1447374996 M Other 1990 Chiropractic Suite 100 Dallas PA 18612
Stone Christopher 1902875685 M Other 1985 Clinical Psychologist 1264 Wyoming Ave Forty Fort PA 18704 5702888795

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