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  • Family Medicine
  • Accepting new patients
  • 37 years of experience
  • WellSpan Family Medicine - Crossroads 4131 Oregon Pike, Ephrata, PA 17522
  • (717) 859-1123

Brief Intro

Why I chose to pursue a career in healthcare:I was one of those boring people who knew what he wanted to do ever since I was a child. I had a fascination with the human body and all things medical even in middle school. However, as I progressed through the years (and years!) of my education, I discovered that the practice of medicine offered far more than the intrigue of science and technology. It was the human connection. I am keenly aware that my patients entrust me with some of the most intimate details of their lives so I try to use my education and experience to provide relief and healing in as compassionate a manner as I can. What I want my patients to know about me:I am a primary care physician. As such, I try to view my patients as a whole person, understanding that many medical issues arise from a combination of physical, psychosocial, and spiritual factors. I will do my best to work with my patients to listen to their story and provide a treatment plan which is not only evidence-based and state-of-the-art but also practical and appropriate for the patient's individual situation and resources. What I do when I'm not seeing patients:I enjoy a wide variety of activities although I will do just about anything as long as I can do it with my family. I have been a musician since I was a child and remain active in music to this day, playing in my church orchestra. I enjoy swimming for exercise although a brisk walk with my dogs is always a good stress reducer. I like to read a variety of things, from the daily newspaper to historical fiction to Christian theology. And, of course, I will never turn down the chance to go out for a nice meal with family or friends.

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals - 1991

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Temple Univeristy of Medicine - 1988

Languages Spoken

  • English

Location & Hours

  • 4131 Oregon Pike, Ephrata, PA 17522
  • Mon:7:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Tue:7:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Wed:7:30 am - 5:00 pm
    Thu:7:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Fri:7:30 am - 5:00 pm
    Sat:8:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Family Medicine

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Keystone First
  • CHAMPVA
  • Buckeye Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • Medicare
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Gateway Health
  • Humana
  • CareSource
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Cenpatico
  • Magellan Health
  • HealthPartners
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Medical Mutual
  • AARP
  • Aultcare
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  • Cancer 44
  • Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 41
  • Orthopedics 71
  • Neurology & Neurosurgery 54
  • Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 71
  • Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 73
  • Diabetes & Endocrinology 27
  • Children's Hospital 13
  • Urology 72
  • Psychiatry 80
  • Geriatrics 67
  • Rehabilitation 64
  • Obsterics & Gynecology 14
  • Ophthalmology 3
  • Ear, Nose & Throat 8
  • Rheumatology 2
  • Long Term Care 11
  • Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 43