Glen D. Digwood

Overview

Dr. Digwood is a board-certified and fellowship-trained specialist in hospice and palliative medicine. His clinical interests include cancer-related pain, cancer-associated anorexia and cachexia, delirium and advance care planning. His research interests include communication in serious illness. Dr. Digwood earned his medical degree at the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency at Scranton-Temple Residency Program and his fellowship in hospice and palliative medicine at North Shore University Hospital. Dr. Digwood is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in internal medicine and palliative medicine.

His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine, 2006 - Doctor Of Osteopathic Medicine

Residency

Scranton - Temple Residency Program, 2009

Specialties

Internal Medicine
Palliative Medicine

Licenses

Internal Medicine in PA

Board Certifications

The American Board Of Internal Medicine In Internal Medicine And Palliative Medicine

Fellowships

North Shore University Hospital, 2010

Hospital Affiliations

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
Geisinger-Community Medical Center
Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Moda Health
  • EPO
  • PPO
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Geisinger Community Medical Center - Palliative Medicine Cancer Center
1800 Mulberry Street, Scranton, PA 18510
Other Locations
Geisinger Community Medical Center - Palliative Medicine
1800 Mulberry Street, Scranton, PA 18510

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Glen D. Digwood

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Glen D. Digwood?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Glen D. Digwood by calling their office at 800-275-6401. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Glen D. Digwood a top-rated expert for Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Glen D. Digwood is classified as an Experienced expert for Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Glen D. Digwood specialize in?

While Dr. Glen D. Digwood is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.

Does Dr. Glen D. Digwood participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Glen D. Digwood has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). You can view a list of Dr. Glen D. Digwood's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Glen D. Digwood accept my insurance?

Dr. Glen D. Digwood accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Capital Blue Cross. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-275-6401 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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