Overview
"Thomas R. Bowen, MD, is chief of Orthopaedic Oncology for the Geisinger Musculoskeletal Institute and an orthopaedic surgeon at Geisinger Medical Center. Dr. Bowen earned his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, Pa. He continued his orthopaedic residency at Geisinger Medical Center and then proceeded to Massachusetts General Hospital and Boston Children's Hospital for fellowship training in orthopaedic oncology. Dr. Bowen is board certified in orthopaedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery and the prestigious American Orthopaedic Association. Dr. Bowen’s clinical interests include tumors of the musculoskeletal system (bone, cartilage, muscle, tendon, and peripheral nerves). He specializes in limb-preserving surgery for malignant tumors, as well as minimally invasive treatments for benign tumors and bone cysts. He cares for children and adults with tumors of the musculoskeletal system.|“Today, patients are healthier and living longer than ever before. I routinely see patients for follow-up visits who may not have survived only a decade ago. Now, they’re able to attend graduations, take vacations and watch their grandchildren grow up. Helping make those milestones possible is a part of what makes being a surgeon so worthwhile.”|In his personal life, Dr. Bowen is a native of Wilmington, Del., and a private airplane pilot, instrument rated, single engine land. His favorite movie is ""The Right Stuff.""".
Dr. Bowen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Bone Tumor, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Ewing Sarcoma, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 27 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
100 North Academy Avenue, Danville, PA 17822
1175 East Mountain Boulevard, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Bowen has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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The Milton S Hershey Medical Center Physicians Group
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LVPG Orthopedics And Sports Medicine-Dickson City
Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to get you back to the activities you enjoy as quickly as possible. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine to improve the health and quality of life of my patients. I specialized in joint replacement and revision surgery because of the unique challenges present in treating arthritis and deformity and the potential to help someone walk and function again. | Community involvement | I am a member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, the American Academy of Orthopedics and the Pennsylvania Orthopedic Society. | Personal interests | I enjoy jazz and classical music, architecture and design, traveling, snowboarding, food and wine. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. Dr. Samujh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Tenosynovitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.
Orthopedic Institute Of Pennsylvania
Adam W. Buerk, DO, specializes in orthopedic surgery and spine surgery and is board-certified in orthopaedic surgery by the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery. He is affiliated with UPMC Community Osteopathic, UPMC Carlisle, UPMC West Shore and UPMC Pinnacle Harrisburg. Dr. Buerk completed his residency at PinnacleHealth and medical degree at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Buerk is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Bowen isDistinguished. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Bone TumorDr. Bowen isDistinguished. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- ChondrosarcomaDr. Bowen isDistinguished. Learn about Chondrosarcoma.
- Ewing SarcomaDr. Bowen isDistinguished. Learn about Ewing Sarcoma.
- OsteochondromaDr. Bowen isDistinguished. Learn about Osteochondroma.
- Rhabdomyosarcoma EmbryonalDr. Bowen isDistinguished. Learn about Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal.
- Advanced
- Alveolar Soft Part SarcomaDr. Bowen isAdvanced. Learn about Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.
- Caffey DiseaseDr. Bowen isAdvanced. Learn about Caffey Disease.
- ChondroblastomaDr. Bowen isAdvanced. Learn about Chondroblastoma.
- ChondromaDr. Bowen isAdvanced. Learn about Chondroma.
- Epithelioid SarcomaDr. Bowen isAdvanced. Learn about Epithelioid Sarcoma.
- FibrosarcomaDr. Bowen isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrosarcoma.
- Experienced
- AcrospiromaDr. Bowen isExperienced. Learn about Acrospiroma.
- Bone Marrow AspirationDr. Bowen isExperienced. Learn about Bone Marrow Aspiration.
- BursitisDr. Bowen isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Calcium Pyrophosphate ArthritisDr. Bowen isExperienced. Learn about Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.
- Carney ComplexDr. Bowen isExperienced. Learn about Carney Complex.
- ChordomaDr. Bowen isExperienced. Learn about Chordoma.