Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
General Acute Care Hospital in Pittston, Pennsylvania
NPI 1316692585
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center is a General Acute Care Hospital based in Danville, PA. Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center practices in Pittston, PA. The NPI Number for Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center is 1316692585 and holds a License No. (Pennsylvania).
The current practice location address for Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center is 1201 Oak St, Pittston, PA and can be reached out via phone at 570-808-9800 and via fax at 570-808-9801.
Location: 1201 Oak St, Pittston, PA, 17822-4903
Provider Profile Details
NPI Number
1316692585
Provider Name
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
Credential
Provider Entity Type
Organization
Address
1201 Oak St, Pittston, PA, 17822-4903
Phone Number
570-808-9800
Fax Number
570-808-9801
Provider Enumeration Date
02/16/2022
Last Update Date
03/13/2024
Provider Business Practice Location Address Details
Address
1201 Oak St
City
State
Zip
18640-3798
Phone Number
570-808-9800
Fax Number
570-808-9801
Provider Business Mailing Address Details
Address
1201 Oak St
City
State
Zip
18640-3798
Phone Number
570-808-9800
Fax Number
570-808-9801
Provider's Taxonomy Details 1
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Anesthesiology
Speciality
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Taxonomy
License No.
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Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 2
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Internal Medicine
Speciality
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Taxonomy
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Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 3
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Internal Medicine
Speciality
Hematology & Oncology
Taxonomy
License No.
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Definition
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 4
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Speciality
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Taxonomy
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Definition
An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 5
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Speciality
Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery
Taxonomy
License No.
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Definition
A subspecialist in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery is a physician in Urology or Obstetrics and Gynecology who, by virtue of education and training, is prepared to provide consultation and comprehensive management of women with complex benign pelvic conditions, lower urinary tract disorders, and pelvic floor dysfunction. Comprehensive management includes those diagnostic and therapeutic procedures necessary for the total care of the patient with these conditions and complications resulting from them.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 6
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Ophthalmology
Speciality
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Taxonomy
License No.
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Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 7
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Orthopedic Surgery
Speciality
-
Taxonomy
License No.
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Definition
An orthopedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 8
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Radiology
Speciality
Diagnostic Radiology
Taxonomy
License No.
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Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 9
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Surgery
Speciality
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Taxonomy
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Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 10
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Urology
Speciality
-
Taxonomy
License No.
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Definition
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 11
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Pain Medicine
Speciality
Pain Medicine
Taxonomy
License No.
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Definition
Pain Medicine is a primary medical specialty based on a distinct body of knowledge and a well-defined scope of clinical practice that is founded on science, research and education. It is concerned with the study of pain, the prevention of pain, and the evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of persons in pain. A comprehensive evaluation incorporates the physical, psychological, cognitive and socio-cultural contributions to pain. The treatment protocol may include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies provided in a concurrent focused and patient specific manner. The pain medicine physician often serves the patient as a frontline physician regarding their pain, but also may serve as a consultant to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. The Pain Medicine physician may work in variety of settings including office, clinic, hospital, university, or governmental/public agencies.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 12
Type
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Classification
Podiatrist
Speciality
-
Taxonomy
License No.
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Definition
A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 13
Type
Ambulatory Health Care Facilities
Classification
Clinic/Center
Speciality
-
Taxonomy
License No.
()
Definition
A facility or distinct part of one used for the diagnosis and treatment of outpatients. "Clinic/Center" is irregularly defined, sometimes being limited to organizations serving specialized treatment requirements or distinct patient/client groups (e.g., radiology, poor, and public health).
Provider's Taxonomy Details 14
Type
Ambulatory Health Care Facilities
Classification
Clinic/Center
Speciality
Ambulatory Surgical
Taxonomy
License No.
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Definition
Definition to come...
Provider's Taxonomy Details 15
Type
Hospitals
Classification
General Acute Care Hospital
Speciality
-
Taxonomy
License No.
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Definition
An acute general hospital is an institution whose primary function is to provide inpatient diagnostic and therapeutic services for a variety of medical conditions, both surgical and non-surgical, to a wide population group. The hospital treats patients in an acute phase of illness or injury, characterized by a single episode or a fairly short duration, from which the patient returns to his or her normal or previous level of activity.
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