"Philosophy of care | I aim to provide compassionate, holistic, patient-centered care, treating every patient with dignity and respect, just as I would want my own family or myself to be treated. | Why I entered medicine | I always had a passion for helping others, and what better way than to become a nurse and advanced practitioner. I have worked in the ICU, allowing me to care and advocate for those during the most vulnerable times of their lives. | Community involvement | My community activities within LVHN include providing the public vaccines with the ""Flu Crew,"" organizing and coordinating the COVID vaccine clinic at LVH−Schuylkill, and a hospital-wide ""Blessing Bag"" collection for our local homeless shelter. I am a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and the Pennsylvania Coalition of Nurse Practitioners. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending quality time with my family, traveling, being at the beach and reading.".

Debra Halupa is a Nurse Practitioner in Pine Grove, Pennsylvania. Her top area of expertise is Vitamin D Deficiency.

Philosophy of care | I care for everyone the best I can as a professional and a human being, recognizing each patient is unique. I provide compassionate care after listening intently to your concerns and making sure you fully understand your medical condition. We will work together as a team in setting goals and making decisions regarding your health. | Why I entered medicine | I have always had a desire to help people and enjoy doing it. I got my first medical job at 16 as a certified nursing assistant in a skilled nursing facility. Later, as a registered nurse in a hospital, I specialized in oncology after becoming close with my cancer patients. Their resilience, attitude and hope taught me not to sweat the insignificant and to cherish the important things in life each day. As an oncology nurse/nurse practitioner, I am privileged to be a part of so many exceptional individuals' journeys. | Community involvement | I spent a mission trip to Haiti installing water filters and providing food and evangelistic outreach. I support a child in Haiti through Hope for Kidz, which allows for education, medical care and nutrition. I support another child in Africa through Compassion International. My professional memberships include the Advanced Practitioner Society for Hematology and Oncology, the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and the Oncology Nurses Society. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending free time with my husband, adult children/family and Kai Siberian husky, a spoiled fur baby. We like motorcycle rides, camping and traveling – especially exploring new places in the states. Her top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer and Smoldering Multiple Myeloma.

Rachel Devaney is a Nurse Practitioner in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Her top area of expertise is Vitamin B12 Deficiency. Ms. Devaney is currently accepting new patients.

Marie Zedalis is a Nurse Practitioner in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Her top areas of expertise are Schizoaffective Disorder and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

Philosophy of care | To provide you and every patient I encounter with compassionate, honest and efficient care. | Why I entered medicine | I got into the medical field because I enjoy helping people in their most critical time of need. | Community involvement | I enjoy being an active part of my community, including as a volunteer at my local fire department. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending free time with my wife, daughter, son and dog.

Angela Furca is a Nurse Practitioner in Pottsville, Pennsylvania.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy of care is driven by my belief that the human person has inherent goodness. Providing health care with respect and compassion is a uniquely special way to honor that goodness within every person in our community. This philosophy demands that I emphasize equipping you to take an active role in your health through teaching you about your conditions, and through empowering you to make decisions about your health care. | Why I entered medicine | I chose to enter medicine after working in a nursing home in high school. I came to love building relationships with the residents there and felt that nursing would allow me to continue to serve this population in a meaningful way. | Community involvement | I am a member of the Knights of Lithuania, Anthracite Council, and also a parishioner of St. Joseph the Worker Church in Frackville. | Personal interests | I’m the father of two toddlers, an avid podcast listener, and lover of Cleveland sports. His top area of expertise is Hypertension.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to care for you and your family as a whole. I will help educate and encourage you to live a healthy lifestyle. | Why I entered medicine | I became a nurse practitioner to help save lives and improve the quality of life in ill or injured people. | Community involvement | I am professionally involved with the American Nurses Association. Outside of work, I am active in American Kennel Club (AKC) events. | Personal interests | I enjoy dog shows, horseback riding, camping, fishing and reading.

Barbara Triebel is a Nurse Practitioner in Pottsville, Pennsylvania.

Philosophy of care | As a nurse practitioner, my philosophy is to provide individualized care to my clients by acknowledging their unique situations, educating patients and their families, and providing unconditionally compassionate, high-quality care. | Why I entered medicine | I began nursing in 2016 after graduating from Joseph F. McCloskey School of Nursing in Pottsville, Schuylkill County. As a nurse, I learned there is so much more our patients need in our community. I became a certified registered nurse practitioner (CRNP) to help patients to manage their chronic health issues, as well as to provide patients and their families education and support. | Personal interests | When I'm not caring for my patients, I enjoy reading as well as spending time with my family and pets. In the warmer months, I enjoy being on the lake and spending time outdoors.

Philosophy of care | I believe each patient deserves to be treated as an individual, and that no two patients are alike. I believe each patient is a partner in their own care, so keeping you educated about your health is vital. I will always provide you with the most up-to-date care, and I will never stop learning. | Why I entered medicine | I studied medicine to educate my patients and develop their care. I love getting you involved. Primary care focuses on helping patients learn about their health and then keeping them out of the hospital and as healthy as possible. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending free time with my husband and our two dogs, riding my Peloton and spending lots of time with our family and friends.

Amy Strauss is a Nurse Practitioner in Pottsville, Pennsylvania.

Karen Fabrizio is a Nurse Practitioner in Pottsville, Pennsylvania.

Philosophy of care | I can help you and your family navigate health care's sometimes challenging processes while making sure your concerns are acknowledged and understood. I make time and ask questions so you feel positive, listened to and understood during your visit. I individualize care to the extent I am able. | Why I entered medicine | I decided to become an RN back in the 1990s after being diagnosed with chronic illness and then having difficulty with my first child. I had excellent clinicians and wanted to help others the way they helped me. | Community involvement | I am involved with local community theater along with my daughter and husband. | Personal interests | I have four children and a grandson. My youngest are twins and involved with Boy Scouts, multiple sports and competitive dance. So while I am usually immersed in practices, games and competitions, I do enjoy books, Broadway and musicals. I also love to crochet and spend time with my husband and our Jack Russell terrier.

Teresa Blatt is a Nurse Practitioner in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Ms. Blatt is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Schizoaffective Disorder.

Madison Maurer is a Nurse Practitioner in Valley View, Pennsylvania. Ms. Maurer has been practicing medicine for over 1 year.

Laura Moyer is a Nurse Practitioner in Rehrersburg, Pennsylvania.

Sharon Melincavage is a Nurse Practitioner in Pottsville, Pennsylvania.

Susan Vernitsky is a Nurse Practitioner in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Ms. Vernitsky has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Ms. Vernitsky is currently accepting new patients.

Lindsey Zweizig is a Nurse Practitioner in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Ms. Zweizig is currently accepting new patients.

Jennifer Kotzmoyer is a board-certified registered nurse practitioner. She attended Purdue Global University, where she earned her Master of Science in Nursing. Ms. Kotzmoyer is certifed by the American Nurse Credentialing Center. She is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.

Jennifer Yourey is a certified registered nurse practitioner specializing in family medicine. Ms. Yourey earned her CRNP degree from South University.|When she's not in the office, she enjoys spending time with her husband and children, listening to music, reading a good book and visiting the beach.

Rachel Charkaway is a Nurse Practitioner in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Ms. Charkaway is currently accepting new patients.

Philosophy of care | I talk to you, listen to you and educate you about your options because I have found doing so is the most effective part of a treatment plan. | Why I entered medicine | I hate to see people suffering. I wanted to be able to help them see a path to a better future and to believe their health problems should be the last thing holding them back. | Community involvement | I volunteer in youth sports and support first responder education, community wellness and 4H. | Personal interests | My interests start with family and include archery, the gym, longevity health, horses, nature, neuropsychology, learning and reading.