Tioga county, PA

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Tioga County, Pennsylvania[edit | edit source]

  • Tioga County is a county located in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. As of the 2010 census, the population was 41,981. Its county seat is Wellsboro. The county was created on March 26, 1804, from part of Lycoming County and later organized in 1812. It is named for the Tioga River.

Healthcare in Tioga County[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Tioga County, Pennsylvania is a critical aspect of the county's infrastructure, providing essential medical services to residents of the county. The healthcare sector in Tioga County includes a variety of facilities such as hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities.

Hospitals[edit | edit source]

  • UPMC Wellsboro is a primary healthcare provider in Tioga County. It is a full-service hospital, providing a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services. The hospital is part of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) health system.

Clinics[edit | edit source]

  • There are several clinics in Tioga County that provide specialized medical services. These include the Laurel Health Centers, which offer family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, and women's health services among others.

Long-term Care Facilities[edit | edit source]

  • Long-term care facilities in Tioga County include the Green Home in Wellsboro, which provides skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, and long-term care for the elderly and those with chronic health conditions.

Health Statistics[edit | edit source]

  • According to the Pennsylvania Department of Health, Tioga County has a lower rate of hospitalization than the state average. The county also has a lower rate of emergency department visits. However, the county has a higher rate of deaths due to heart disease and cancer compared to the state average.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Tioga County, Pennsylvania is a vital part of the community, providing necessary medical services to its residents. With a variety of healthcare facilities available, residents have access to a wide range of medical services. The county's health statistics highlight the importance of these services in maintaining the health and well-being of the county's population.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Tioga county, PA



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Pfisterer David 1417920398 MD M Medical College Of Pennsylvania 1993 Family Practice Wellsboro PA 16901



Tioga county, PA - Specialists


Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Ballard Luke 1316158892 M University Of Rochester School Of Medicine And Dentistry 2003 Diagnostic Radiology Wellsboro PA 16901
Lynch Joseph 1932141835 MD M Georgetown University School Of Medicine 1986 Medical Oncology Mansfield PA 16933
Mukhtarzada Mejgan 1538694369 F Other 2017 Neurology Mansfield PA 16933
Steven Caruso 1104089895 M New York Medical College 2006 Orthopedic Surgery 1705 Warren Williamsport PA 16933 5703207474
Marica Silviu 1366408254 MD M Other 1993 Vascular Surgery Wellsboro PA 16901



Allied healthcare providers


Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Doud Kearns Tina 1134199235 NP F Other 2001 Nurse Practitioner Wellsboro Laurel Health Center Wellsboro PA 16901
Evertson Leslie 1235141078 NP F Other 2000 Nurse Practitioner 110 Plaza Ln Wellsboro PA 16901 5707244241
Hafizi Marjan 1588914493 F Other 1997 Nurse Practitioner 7 Water St Wellsboro Laurel Health Center Wellsboro PA 16901 5707241010
Kroll Scott 1659960839 M Other 2020 Nurse Practitioner Wellsboro Laurel Health Center Wellsboro PA 16901
Roth Jay 1851615066 M Other 2009 Nurse Practitioner Mansfield PA 16933
Weber Sansan 1679261366 F Other 2023 Nurse Practitioner Mansfield PA 16933
Koury Elizabeth 1194006718 F Other 2011 Physician Assistant Wellsboro Laurel Health Center Wellsboro PA 16901
Ritchey Sara Jo 1003843053 PA F Other 2005 Physician Assistant Blossburg PA 16912
Wheeler Kevin 1790751675 PA M Other 2003 Physician Assistant Mansfield PA 16933


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