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 Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Malnutrition, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Dr. Semian is a board-certified general surgeon. His clinical interests include abdominal wall reconstruction, hernia, gallbladder and acute care. His research interests include acute care surgery and hernia surgery. Dr. Semian obtained his medical degree from Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey. He completed his residency at St. Barnabas Medical Center. Dr. Semian is certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Semian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

Dr. Alaparthi is a board-certified and fellowship-trained general surgeon specializing in minimally invasive surgery. His clinical interests include abdominal wall reconstruction, hernias and robotics. His research interests include outcomes research in hernia surgery. Dr. Alaparthi earned his medical degree from J.J.M. Medical College, Davangere in India. He then moved to the United States to complete his residency at Howard University Hospital. He completed his fellowship in minimally invasive surgery at Geisinger Medical Center. Dr. Alaparthi is certified by the American Board of Surgery. He speaks English and Telugu. Dr. Alaparthi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Protein Deficiency, Malnutrition, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.

Anthony Mannino, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician at Geisinger 65 Forward Health Center in Coal Township, Pa.|Dr. Mannino earned his medical degree from Universidad Mundial Esquela de Medicina in the Dominican Republic. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.|He speaks English, Italian and Spanish. Dr. Mannino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Polymyositis, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Alakananda Chakrabarty is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Coal Township, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chakrabarty is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Her top areas of expertise are Polycythemia Vera, Peptic Ulcer, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

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 Peptic Ulcer. 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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Herpes Simplex Encephalitis, Lower Esophageal Ring, Heart Failure, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

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 Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Alzheimer's Disease, and Intertrigo.

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 Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Peripheral Artery Disease, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

James Joseph is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Elysburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Joseph is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, and Pulmonary Embolism.

Douglas Buffington is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Elysburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Buffington is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Ventricular Tachycardia, High Cholesterol, Barrett Esophagus, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Dr. Ryer is a board-certified and fellowship-trained vascular surgeon. His clinical interests include management of thoracic and abdominal aneurysms, carotid stenting and endarterectomy, stenting of the lower extremities and venous disease management. Dr. Ryer earned his medical degree from Temple University. He completed his residency at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, and his fellowship in vascular surgery at Mayo Clinic, Rochester. Dr. Ryer is certified by the American Board of Surgery in surgery and vascular surgery. Dr. Ryer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Peripheral Artery Disease, Aneurysm Repair, and Stent Placement.

Dr. Garvin is a board-certified and fellowship-trained vascular surgeon. His clinical and research interests include carotid artery disease, aortic aneurysmal disease and peripheral artery disease. He has extensive experience with carotid stenting, carotid surgery, aortic stenting and aortic surgery, and stenting and surgery of arteries in the lower extremities. He also provides vascular access for dialysis patients. Dr. Garvin earned his medical degree from Temple University. He completed his residency at Western Pennsylvania Hospital, and a fellowship in vascular surgery at the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. Dr. Garvin is certified by the American Board of Surgery in surgery and vascular surgery. Dr. Garvin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Peripheral Artery Disease, Aneurysm Repair, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

James R. Elmore, MD, is a vascular surgeon and chair of Vascular Surgery. Dr. Elmore obtained his medical degree from the University of Connecticut. He completed his surgery residency at Maine Medical Center and his vascular fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn. Dr. Elmore is board certified in vascular surgery by the American Board of Surgery. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons, the Delaware Valley Vascular Society, the Eastern Vascular Society, the Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Society, the Society for Clinical Vascular Surgery and the Society for Vascular Surgery. Dr. Elmore has been recognized as a distinguished member of the Society for Vascular Surgery, a rare honor and distinction. He is past president of the Delaware Valley Vascular Society. Dr. Elmore’s clinical interests include carotid artery stents & carotid endarterectomy and was the principal investigator for CREST (a research trial investigating carotid stents). He has extensive experience with aortic aneurysm surgery and stents, and broad experience with leg revascularization with leg stents or bypass for peripheral arterial disease. Dr. Elmore is pleased to provide minimally invasive procedures for varicose veins for his patients at Geisinger. Stent placement for renal artery disease and mesenteric disease are also procedures he commonly performs. Dr. Elmore likes to treat all his patients as if they are his own family members. Every patient is treated as a VIP. He works hard to give them the most compassionate care possible. Dr. Elmore is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Arterial Insufficiency, Stent Placement, and Aneurysm Repair.

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 Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, and Parkinson's Disease.

Jeffrey Greco is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Mt Carmel, Pennsylvania. Dr. Greco is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Essential Thrombocythemia, Peripheral Artery Disease, Arthritis, and Hypertensive Heart Disease.

Joseph Weber is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Ashland, Pennsylvania. Dr. Weber is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Coal Worker's Pneumoconiosis, Anemia, Lymphadenitis, Hyperlipidemia Type 3, and Hip Replacement.

Dr. English is a board-eligible physician specializing in family medicine. Her clinical interests include preventive medicine. Dr. English attended the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, where she received her medical degree, and completed her residency at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center. Dr. English is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Her top areas of expertise are Boils, Folliculitis, Carbuncle, Kidney Stones, and Thyroidectomy.

Dr. Sundaresan is a board-certified physician specializing in pediatrics and internal medicine. Her clinical interests include preventive care and chronic disease management. Dr. Sundaresan attended Christian Medical College, Vellore, where she earned her degree in medicine. She completed her residency at Geisinger Medical Center. She is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sundaresan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Her top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS).

Dr. Dinko is a board-certified physician specializing in family medicine. He attended The Commonwealth Medical College, where he received his medical degree, and completed his residency at Washington Hospital. Dr. Dinko is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.|Outside of work, Dr. Dinko enjoys sports. He also likes spending time outdoors, particularly hiking. Dr. Dinko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.