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
Anistranski Joseph 1568498509 M Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine 1987 Family Practice Wilkes Barre PA 18701
Anistranski Joseph 1568498509 M Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine 1987 Family Practice Kingston PA 18704
Avetian George 1851348718 M Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine 1980 Family Practice Kingston PA 18704
Bennie Kristin 1861811721 F Other 2014 Family Practice Pittston PA 18640 5706540880
Breakstone Louise 1831126010 F Temple University School Of Medicine 1983 Family Practice 1099 S Township Blvd Pittston PA 18640 5707180520
Breakstone Louise 1831126010 F Temple University School Of Medicine 1983 Family Practice 610 Wyoming Ave Kingston PA 18704 5702884556
Breakstone Louise 1831126010 F Temple University School Of Medicine 1983 Family Practice 176 N Main St Shavertown PA 18708 5706750900
Brown Michael 1386809283 M Other 2008 Family Practice 176 N Main St Shavertown PA 18708 5706750900
Carey Kevin 1477643294 DO M Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine 1996 Family Practice 220 River Rd Suite 200 Plains PA 18705 5708248151

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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
Khoudary Raymond 1396727236 M Other 1983 Allergy/immunology Plains PA 18705
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
Martin Matsumura 1821103946 M Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College Of Med Of Case Wstn Rsv University 1993 Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) 100 N Academy Ave Danville PA 18202
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
Cabell Christine 1710952619 F Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine 1997 Dermatology Wilkes Barre PA 18702
Krampert Stephen 1568522191 MD M Other 2001 Diagnostic Radiology Hazleton PA 18201
Cannizzaro Michael 1417585241 M Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie 2020 Emergency Medicine Lvpg Emergency Medicine Hazleton PA 18201
Daubert John 1720516024 M University Of New England, College Of Osteo Medicine 2017 Emergency Medicine Lvpg Emergency Medicine 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
Rose Sandra 1467885715 F Other 2015 Certified Nurse Midwife (Cnm) Wilkes Barre PA 18702
Adomitis Albert 1619928348 CNA M Other 2005 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Hazelton PA 18201
Butkus Diane 1568464337 CNA F Other 1992 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Hazelton PA 18201
Felipe Gonzalez 1619207180 F Other 2009 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) 1200 Old York Rd Abington PA 18640 2154812000
Slabinski Shannon 1366798662 F Other 2012 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Hazelton PA 18201
Toma Rany 1245758317 M Other 2006 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Suite 100 Hazle Township PA 18202 5705016600
Blaum James 1336148253 M Life Chiropractic College 1989 Chiropractic Luzerne PA 18709
Eyerly Tricia 1790825784 F Other 1997 Chiropractic Hazleton PA 18201
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

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