Overview
Nicole Samies, DO, is a board-certified pediatrician specializing in infectious diseases. She treats children for a variety of viral, bacterial, fungal and parasitic infections, including bone and joint infections, meningitis, pneumonia, hepatitis, tuberculosis and herpes, as well as surgical and blood infections. She has a clinical interest in treating congenital infections.|“Watching a child improve and get better brings me the most joy and keeps me wanting to come back to work each day,” she says.|Dr. Samies earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in Spartanburg, S.C. After medical school, she completed a residency in pediatrics at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville. She followed that with a fellowship in pediatric infectious diseases at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.|From an early age, she wanted to pursue a career in medicine. “Having the ability to care for someone’s child is the most rewarding experience — knowing I could help make a difference in their life,” she says.|Dr. Samies is an active member in several professional organizations, including the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society, Infectious Diseases Society of America, American Academy of Pediatrics and American Osteopathic Association.|Originally from a small town in South Carolina, Dr. Samies came to Danville for her residency. She returned to the area with her husband to be closer to family.|In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, running, bike riding, baking and spending time with family and friends.
Dr. Samies is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Neonatal Herpes and Childhood Pancreatitis.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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100 North Academy Avenue, Danville, PA 17822
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nicole L. Samies
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nicole L. Samies?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nicole L. Samies 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. Nicole L. Samies a top-rated expert for Neonatal Herpes?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nicole L. Samies is classified as an Distinguished expert for Neonatal Herpes, 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. Nicole L. Samies specialize in?
While Dr. Nicole L. Samies is a Pediatric Infectious Disease, they have specific expertise in Neonatal Herpes, Childhood Pancreatitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Infectious Disease.
Does Dr. Nicole L. Samies participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Nicole L. Samies has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Neonatal Herpes. You can view a list of Dr. Nicole L. Samies's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Nicole L. Samies accept my insurance?
Dr. Nicole L. Samies accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-275-6401 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Neonatal HerpesDr. Samies isDistinguished. Learn about Neonatal Herpes.
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- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Samies isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.