Michael Makar is a Gastroenterologist in Coal Township, Pennsylvania. Dr. Makar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Cholecystitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

Dr. Akhtar is a board-certified and fellowship-trained gastroenterologist. His clinical interests include general gastroenterology and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). Dr. Akhtar attended Patna Medical College, where he received his medical degree, and completed his residency at East Carolina University. He also completed a residency and a fellowship in gastroenterology at Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey in Camden, N.J. Dr. Akhtar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in gastroenterology. Dr. Akhtar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Esophagitis, Turcot Syndrome, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Colonoscopy.

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 Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Protein Deficiency, Malnutrition, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.

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 Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

Douglas Buffington is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Elysburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Buffington is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Ventricular Tachycardia, High Cholesterol, Barrett Esophagus, 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 Diverticular Disease. 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 Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Alzheimer's Disease, and Intertrigo.

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

Philosophy of care | I guide patients on their journey of healing and wellness. | Why I entered medicine | Growing up with a disabled mom helped me see how much an impact a doctor can have to help a whole family. | Community involvement | I volunteer at church as a eucharistic minister. | Personal interests | Mindfulness meditation. Dr. Gricoski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis with Tylosis.

Dr. Long is a board-certified and fellowship-trained colorectal surgeon. He obtained his medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and completed his residency at the same institute. Dr. Long completed his fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at Swedish Colon and Rectal Clinic. He is certified by the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Long is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Crohn's Disease, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

As director of colorectal surgery, Chris Buzas, DO, specializes in treating patients with colon, rectal and anal cancers as well as inflammatory bowel disease (including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis). He also provides care for people with diverticulitis, various rectal conditions, hemorrhoids and pelvic floor disorders.|He has clinical expertise in complex re-operative colorectal surgeries as well as robotic, laparoscopic and open procedures. His advanced training includes trans-anal excisions, neurostimulation for fecal incontinence and colonoscopies.|Dr. Buzas is passionate about making a difference in his patients’ lives. “The thing I love most about my job is the ability to work alongside a great team dedicated to solving problems,” he says. “I enjoy seeing our patients out in the community, knowing we were able to help improve their quality of life.”|Dr. Buzas has a strong commitment to giving back to his community and improving access to care. He previously served as president of the Keystone Chapter of the American College of Surgeons as well as on the Board of Trustees for the Pennsylvania Medical Society. Dr. Buzas has also helped standardize rectal cancer care throughout the country as part of the National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer.|Dr. Buzas received the Teacher of the Year Award from the surgical residents at Geisinger Medical Center. He was also recognized by the Pennsylvania Medical Society as one of their Top Physicians Under 40.|When not at work, Dr. Buzas enjoys spending time with his wife and three children at their lakeside cabin in northern Pennsylvania.|Video: more from Dr. Christopher Buzas, D.O. Dr. Buzas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

Adam Wallach is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist in Danville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Wallach is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, CAPOS Syndrome, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Vertigo.

Dr. Hoffman is a board-certified and fellowship-trained general surgeon. She attended the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, where she received her medical degree as well as completed her residency. Dr. Hoffman completed her fellowship at Washington University. She is certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Hoffman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Colostomy, and Ureteroscopy.

Danial Shaikh, MD, is an accomplished interventional gastroenterologist specializing in luminal interventions and advanced therapeutic endoscopy. He completed his medical education at Ziauddin University in Karachi, Pakistan, followed by an internal medicine residency and a gastroenterology fellowship at BronxCare Health System, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York, where he also served as chief resident and chief fellow.|Dr. Shaikh further honed his skills during an advanced endoscopy fellowship at Moffitt Cancer Center, University of South Florida, and later at the Mayo Clinic in Arizona, where he focused on third space endoscopy. His board certifications include gastroenterology and internal medicine.|Fluent in both English and Urdu, Dr. Shaikh has clinical and research interests primarily in third space endoscopy and gastrointestinal oncology. His dedication to advancing the field of endoscopy through patient care, research and education has established him as a respected figure in his specialty. Dr. Shaikh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Toxic Megacolon, Saddle Pulmonary Embolism, Ascites, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Dr. Shellenberger is a board-certified and fellowship-trained gastroenterologist. His clinical interests include postgraduate medical education, esophageal motility and other GI laboratory procedures. Dr. Shellenberger earned his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency and his fellowship in gastroenterology at Geisinger Medical Center. Dr. Shellenberger is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in internal medicine and gastroenterology. Dr. Shellenberger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Amitpal Singh Johal, MD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained gastroenterologist, also known as a GI doctor. He has a special interest in endoscopic ultrasound, a minimally invasive procedure used to evaluate and diagnose digestive diseases.|Dr. Johal earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin. He completed his residency in internal medicine at University Hospitals Case Medical Center in Cleveland and his fellowship in gastroenterology at Geisinger Medical Center.|Dr. Johal is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in gastroenterology. Dr. Johal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Manoharan Muthuvelu is a Radiologist in Danville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Muthuvelu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Emphysema.

Dr. Collins is a board-certified radiologist. He earned his medical degree from Marshall University, and completed his residency at Geisinger Medical Center. Dr. Collins is certified by the American Board of Radiology. Dr. Collins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET), Neuroendocrine Tumor, and Gastric Bypass.

Jessica McKee, DO, is a board-certified gastroenterologist, also known as a GI doctor. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in internal medicine and gastroenterology.|Dr. McKee earned her medical degree from the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her residency in internal medicine at the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and her fellowship in gastroenterology at Geisinger Medical Center, where she was chief gastroenterology fellow. Dr. Mckee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Encopresis, Crohn's Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

George Wu is a Pediatric Radiologist and a Radiologist in Danville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Wu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Gallbladder Disease.