David Kolessar is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in knee and hip replacement surgery and subspecializing in adult reconstructive surgery. He is chief of Adult Reconstruction for the Geisinger Musculoskeletal Institute, Northeast Region.|Dr. Kolessar has an in-depth understanding of the details and complexities involved in primary and revision hip and knee replacements. He offers outpatient hip and knee replacement surgery and online preoperative and postoperative exercise and therapy programs. Dr. Kolessar's clinical interests include management of knee and hip arthritis or deformity in adults, post-traumatic joint damage, and hip disorders such as dysplasia and femoroacetabular impingement. His research interests include joint replacement topics. Dr. Kolessar focuses on contemporary surgical techniques using computer navigation, robotic-arm-assisted surgery and multimodal pain management protocols.|Dr. Kolessar earned his medical degree from Temple University. He completed his internship and residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center and a fellowship in adult reconstruction and total joint replacement at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn. He has academic appointments as clinical associate professor of orthopaedic surgery at Temple University School of Medicine and at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. Dr. Kolessar is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.|A native of the Wilkes-Barre area, Dr. Kolessar attended The University of Scranton for his undergraduate degree. Dr. Kolessar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Osteonecrosis, Bursitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Dr. Murphy is a board-certified and fellowship-trained adult reconstruction specialist. His clinical interests include progressive hip and knee replacement (including robotic partial and total knee and hip replacements as well as direct anterior hip replacements), rapid recovery protocols, revision surgery and treatment of infections. Dr. Murphy attended The Pennsylvania State University, where he earned his medical degree, and completed his residency at Case Western Reserve University. He completed his fellowship in adult reconstruction at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Murphy is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.|When he's not at work, Dr. Murphy enjoys walking and other exercise, as well as reading and taking care of his plants. He is also a coin collector and roots for Cleveland sports teams.|Video: more from Dr. James Murphy, M.D. Dr. Murphy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Osteonecrosis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Dr. Chittalia is a board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine. His clinical interests include obesity. He attended B.J. Medical College in Pune, India, where he received his medical degree. Dr. Chittalia is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Chittalia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Bullous Pemphigoid, Hypothyroidism, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Dr. Bharucha is a board-certified physician specializing in family medicine. His clinical interests include adult medicine, adolescent medicine and geriatric medicine. Dr. Bharucha attended the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, where he received his medical degree, and completed his residency at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Bharucha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, and Hypertension.

Dr. Landis is a board-certified physician specializing in family medicine. Her clinical interests include women’s health, pediatrics, breastfeeding and academic medicine. Dr. Landis attended Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University, where she earned her medical degree. She completed her residency at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. Dr. Landis is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Landis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

Dr. VanderBrook’s advanced training focused on reconstructive surgery for complex joint replacements. He has a clinical interest in non-narcotic pain management techniques following surgery, as well as in rapid recovery treatments, including surgery that has you headed home the same day.|What he enjoys most about his job? “Seeing how happy people are when they can return to activities they love,” says Dr. VanderBrook. “I love hearing about trips and events they can enjoy after their joint replacement surgery.” He adds that he’s proud when he sees multiple members of a family coming into his office. “This reinforces to us that we have earned the trust of our patients,” he says.|Originally from the Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York, Dr. VanderBrook lives with his family in northeast PA. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his son outdoors, hunting, getting out on the water and exploring local restaurants, breweries and wineries. Dr. Vanderbrook is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, and Osteolysis Syndrome Recessive.

Dr. Lynott is a board-certified orthopaedic sports medicine physician. His interests include hip and knee arthritis geriatric fracture care, total joint replacement and the treatment of sports-related ankle injuries through arthroscopy, ligament reconstruction and ankle fusion. Dr. Lynott attended Thomas Jefferson University, where he earned his medical degree, and completed his residency at National Naval Medical Center. Dr. Lynott is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery in orthopaedic sports medicine. He is a native of Scranton.|Video: more from Dr. John Lynott, M.D. Dr. Lynott is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Synovitis, Tenosynovitis, Tendinitis, and Fasciotomy.

Joseph Anthony Anistranski, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician at Geisinger 65 Forward Health Center in Wilkes-Barre, Pa.|Born in Wilkes-Barre, PA, Dr. Anistranski earned his medical degree from the Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine. He completed his residency at Wyoming Valley Family Practice in Wilkes-Barre, PA.|In his free time, Dr. Anistranski is an avid fisher and runner.|Video: more from Dr. Joseph Anistanski, M.D. Dr. Anistranski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Familial Hypertension.

Mark Pallis, DO is a specialty trained orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine physician. His interests include treating hip, knee, ACL and meniscus injuries. He is also experienced in performing shoulder replacements, including rotator cuff replacements .|Dr. Pallis earned his medical degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey–School of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at Tripler Army Medical Center and his sports medicine fellowship at West Point Military Academy.|Dr. Pallis is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery with a subspecialty certification in orthopaedic sports medicine. He is the recipient of the COL Brian Allgood Memorial Leadership Award from the Society of Military Orthopaedic Surgeons (SOMOS). This is the highest award presented by SOMOS and represents a lifetime achievement award for military orthopaedic leadership. Dr. Pallis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement.

Dr. Balsamo is a board-certified general orthopaedic surgeon. His clinical interests include orthopaedic trauma and complex fractures, with a special interest in caring for the geriatric population. Dr. Balsamo attended the Medical College of Pennsylvania, where he earned his medical degree, and completed his residency at Hahnemann University Hospital. Dr. Balsamo is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Balsamo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement.

William Krywicki is an Orthopedics provider in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. Dr. Krywicki is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Dr. Tricarico is a board-certified physician specializing in family medicine. He earned his doctorate degree in osteopathic medicine from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Tricarico is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Coccydynia, Lung Cancer, Endoscopy, and Microdiscectomy.

Dr. Kovalick is a board-certified physician specializing in family medicine. She attended the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, where she earned her medical degree. She completed her residency at Wyoming Valley Family Medicine Residency. She is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Kovalick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Obesity in Children.

Dr. Hanson is a board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine. She attended the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, where she received her degree in osteopathic medicine, and she completed her residency at Abington Memorial Hospital. Dr. Hanson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hanson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Dr. Huntington is a board-certified physician specializing in family medicine. His clinical interests include family care across the life span, psychosocial issues and bucket list facilitation. Dr. Huntington attended The Pennsylvania State University, where he received his medical degree, and completed his residency in family practice at PinnacleHealth System. He is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Huntington is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertensive Heart Disease, and Enlarged Liver.

Board certified in Internal Medicine.|Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine|Residency: St Luke's University Hospital, Bethlehem , Pa. Dr. Myers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Sjogren Syndrome, Hyperlipidemia Type 3, High Cholesterol, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Dr. Fisher is a board-eligible physician specializing in family medicine. He attended The Pennsylvania State University, where he earned his medical degree, and completed his residency at Geisinger Medical Center. Dr. Fisher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Ringworm, Anal Cancer, Familial Wilms Tumor 2, and WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes.

Dr. Kovalick is a board-certified physician specializing in family medicine. His clinical interests include preventive medicine. Dr. Kovalick attended the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, where he earned his medical degree. He completed his residency at Wyoming Valley Family Medicine Residency. He is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Kovalick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Carbuncle, and Boils.

Wasique Mirza is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mirza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Acute Kidney Failure, Clear Cell Sarcoma, and Familial Wilms Tumor 2. Dr. Mirza is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. McIlvried is a board-certified internal medicine and geriatrics physician. His clinical interests include geriatrics. Dr. McIlvried obtained his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University. He completed his residency and a fellowship in geriatric medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Presbyterian. Dr. McIlvried is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in geriatric medicine and internal medicine. Dr. Mcilvried is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Dementia, Lung Metastases, and Follicular Lymphoma.