George Ruiz, MD, is a board-certified cardiologist and chair of Cardiology. He specializes in general heart care including treatment for heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, adult congenital heart disease and heart disease in pregnancy.|He has a clinical interest in treating heart failure and managing ventricular assist devices.“I love getting people back to who they were and coaching them to re-connect with their goals,” he says. “Heart failure routinely limits patients — I get excited when we can give patients back what heart failure has taken from them. It’s inspiring to see patients reclaim their lives.” He adds, “There’s something magical about a second chance. I always wanted to be part of team that made second chances possible.”|Dr. Ruiz attended The Albert Einstein College of Medicine at Yeshiva University in the Bronx. He completed a residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in cardiovascular medicine at The Brigham and Women’s Hospital of Harvard Medical School in Boston.“I love building teams,” he notes. “Over the years, I’ve been part of building teams that expanded the ways we help patients. These teams can challenge the notion of what is possible and improve the health of the communities they serve.”|In 2014, Dr. Ruiz received the John J. Lynch, MD, Moral Courage Award for his dedication to providing end-of-life care to those with advanced heart failure. And in 2009, he received the Nurses’ Choice Physician Collaboration Award. “It was a moving moment for me,” he recalls. “People perform best when everyone’s contribution is valued and respected.”|The child of immigrants from Cuba and Colombia, Dr. Ruiz is fluent in Spanish. “I grew up in an industrial town in northern New Jersey,” he says. “My hometown taught me the value of hard work, persistence and grit — lessons that have served me well.”|In his spare time, Dr. Ruiz is learning to cook. “I have an amazing wife and three daughters,” he adds. “Most of my free time happily belongs to them.”|Video: more from Dr. George Ruiz, M.D.|Referral|The provider’s specialties include:|Treatment for heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, adult congenital heart disease, and heart disease in pregnancy.|If you’re a provider who’d like to refer a patient, call our 24/7 referral line at 800-332-8901 or visit www.emr-link.com. Dr. Ruiz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cor Pulmonale. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, Cor Pulmonale, and Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease.

Dr. Vadakara is a board-certified and fellowship-trained cancer physician specializing in bone marrow transplantation. Dr. Vadakara obtained his medical degree from Medical College Thiruvananthapuram. He completed his residency at Hahnemann University Hospital and his fellowship in hematology and oncology at Fox Chase Cancer Center. Dr. Vadakara is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in hematology and medical oncology. Dr. Vadakara is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cor Pulmonale. His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Essential Thrombocythemia, Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

Anna Griffith, MD, is a hematologist specializing in malignant and benign hematology. She provides care for various blood disorders, including anemia, blood clots, hemophilia, sickle cell disease, thalassemia and thrombocytopenia.|She has clinical interests in anti-coagulation and blood clotting disorders.|“I love seeing patients and helping them better understand their blood disorders and treatment options,” Dr. Griffith says. That desire to help her patients and neighbors is what keeps her coming to work every day. “I’ve always felt that home is in central Pennsylvania,” she says.|She earned her medical degree from the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. Dr. Griffith completed her residency in internal medicine and her fellowship in hematology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.|Dr. Griffith has published several papers and book chapters and participated in many research projects.|In 2017, she received the Bondurant Ehringhaus Award to recognize her superior research efforts as a resident. She also received the 2017 Farmer Award in recognition of her commitment to her patients.|In her free time, this Lewisburg native enjoys spending time outdoors with her family, hiking, camping, gardening and canoeing. Dr. Griffith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cor Pulmonale. Her top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Thrombocytopenia.

Dr. Qureshi specializes in general cardiology, stress echo testing and echocardiography. His clinical interests include non-invasive cardiology. He is board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, nuclear cardiology and echocardiography. Dr. Qureshi earned his medical degree from Dow Medical College in Pakistan. He then moved to the United States, where he completed his residency and fellowship in cardiology at Geisinger Medical Center. He completed another fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Qureshi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cor Pulmonale. His top areas of expertise are Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Arrhythmias, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Pacemaker Implantation, and Angioplasty.

Dr. Mead specializes in clinical cardiology and echocardiography. His clinical interests include valvular heart disease and non-invasive cardiology. Dr. Mead obtained his medical degree from the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency at the University of Connecticut Health Center and a fellowship in cardiovascular diseases at Geisinger Medical Center. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease and echocardiography. Dr. Mead is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cor Pulmonale. His top areas of expertise are Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Arrhythmias, Sarcoidosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

Sanjay Doddamani is a Cardiologist in Danville,, Pennsylvania. Dr. Doddamani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cor Pulmonale. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Pediatric Myocarditis.

Thomas Morland, MD, is a board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine. Dr. Morland has a special interest in preventing chronic illness through lifestyle changes.|“I enjoy working with patients on intensive prevention and placing lifestyle first,” he says. “I find that by incorporating whole foods into their diets, getting more exercise, improving sleep and managing stress, patients can stabilize or even reverse chronic medical conditions and decrease their reliance on medications.”|Dr. Morland attended Yale University, where he received his medical degree, and completed his residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Morland is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American College of Lifestyle Medicine.|“The best part of my job is seeing a patient exceed expectations,” he says. “It's great to provide the ‘standard of care,’ but when a patient takes their health into their own hands and collaborates with their healthcare team, we can see patients achieve things they never thought possible.”|Dr. Morland enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, playing the string bass and piano, hiking, playing soccer and swimming. His family has an organic garden in their backyard where “we try to put our own advice into practice,” he says. Dr. Morland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cor Pulmonale. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Pulmonary Embolism, Shwartzman Phenomenon, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

Greg Burke, MD, is an internal medicine physician. He helps adults manage multiple complex conditions. And he provides preventive care. Dr. Burke has a special interest in the comprehensive care of older adults.|He attended Jefferson Medical College. He followed that with an internship at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia.|Dr. Burke was inspired to become a provider “to have the opportunity to help others in the relief of suffering.”|He adds, “I enjoy developing long-term relationships with my patients and sharing the work with wonderful colleagues.”|A native of northeastern Pennsylvania, Dr. Burke is the proud father of 4 daughters. Dr. Burke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cor Pulmonale. His top areas of expertise are Decorticate Posture, Decerebrate Posture, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

Robert Davis is a Cardiologist in Danville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Davis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cor Pulmonale. His top areas of expertise are Primary Localized Cutaneous Amyloidosis, Cardiac Amyloidosis, Atherosclerosis, and Coronary Heart Disease.

Robert Hergan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Danville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hergan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cor Pulmonale. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Nephropathy, Visceromegaly, Shwartzman Phenomenon, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy.

Anthony Billas is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Danville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Billas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cor Pulmonale. His top areas of expertise are Vertebral Artery Dissection, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Phlegmasia Cerulea Dolens.

Kyungsook Kim is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Danville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cor Pulmonale. Her top areas of expertise are Diabetic Nephropathy, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Acquired Agranulocytosis, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

Dr. Hepner is a board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine. His clinical interests include nursing home care, end-of-life care and geriatric care. Dr. Hepner obtained his medical degree from Temple University and completed his residency at Geisinger Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hepner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cor Pulmonale. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, and Parkinson's Disease.

Dr. Kraynak-Appel is a board-certified physician specializing in family medicine. She attended Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, where she earned her medical degree. She completed her residency at Williamsport Hospital and Medical Center. Dr. Kraynak-Appel is certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians. Dr. Kraynak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cor Pulmonale. Her top areas of expertise are Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypothyroidism.

Thomas Hood, MD, practices family medicine at Geisinger 65 Forward Health Center in Shamokin, Pa. His clinical interests and services include preventive care, cryotherapy, trigger finger injections and joint injections.|After completing his undergraduate studies in biology at Wilkes University in Wilkes-Barre, Dr. Hood earned his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. He completed his residency at Geisinger Medical Center.|Dr. Hood is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine in family medicine. Before 65 Forward, he worked for nearly 22 years at the Geisinger Kulpmont Clinic, where, as site lead, he designed projects to improve patient care and served as a mentor to young providers. He was also the clinic’s liaison with Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital.|Joining 65 Forward will allow Dr. Hood to focus on keeping older area residents healthy. “I hope to continue serving the local community and provide the best care possible,” he says.|Video: more from Dr. Thomas Hood, M.D. Dr. Hood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cor Pulmonale. His top areas of expertise are Malnutrition, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Gary Kemberling, DO, is a board-certified family medicine physician at Geisinger 65 Forward Health Center in Shamokin Dam, Pa. His clinical interests include geriatric medicine, sports medicine and skin procedures. He has worked at Geisinger in Selinsgrove since 1992, where he primarily worked as a physician to older adults.|Dr. Kemberling earned a bachelor’s degree in biology from Delaware Valley College before attending the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, where he earned his medical degree. He then completed his residency at Geisinger Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.|In his free time, Dr. Kemberling is an avid fly fisherman, a football enthusiast and a board member of the Shikellamy Braves Foundation. He works as the team physician and school physician for both the Shikellamy School District and Midd-West School District and he enjoys spending time with his family.|Video: more from Dr. Gary Kemberling, D.O. Dr. Kemberling is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cor Pulmonale. His top areas of expertise are Ptosis, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and High Cholesterol.

Dr. Nye is a board-certified physician specializing in family medicine. Her clinical interests include pediatrics, women’s health and dermatology. Dr. Nye attended the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, where she received her osteopathic degree. She completed her residency at Geisinger Medical Center. Dr. Nye is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Nye is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cor Pulmonale. Her top areas of expertise are Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Lung Cancer, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Wayne Miller is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Shamokin, Pennsylvania. Dr. Miller is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cor Pulmonale. His top areas of expertise are Herpes Simplex Encephalitis, Lower Esophageal Ring, Heart Failure, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

Ahmad Wardeh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Coal Township, Pennsylvania. Dr. Wardeh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cor Pulmonale. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Peripheral Artery Disease, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Duane Donmoyer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Shamokin, Pennsylvania. Dr. Donmoyer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cor Pulmonale. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Alzheimer's Disease, and Intertrigo.