Thomas R. Bowen, MD

“Dr. Bowen was very kind, he took the time to explain everything. Nancy Rogers his assistant was just as GREAT. I am not glad that I had to meet them.  But if I had to go have surgery again I would want Dr. Bowen & staff.”

“With the computer in the exam room, [Dr. Bowen] was able to show me X-rays while discussing my health issues. This made it easy to see and understand my health issues clearly.”

“Dr. Bowen is the most professional surgeon that I know. His time spent before and after my surgery was nothing less than excellent.

Sergio Buzzini, MD

“Dr. Buzzini and staff were great. I feel very confident in them.

Gerard J. Cush, MD

“Dr. Cush is an excellent surgeon who I would highly recommend!

Gregory C. Fanelli, MD

“Dr. Fanelli is meticulous and passionate about his profession and the care he provides. I love your use of state-of-the art technology, professionalism, information provided, accuracy of care and promptness.”

“Extra time taken to explain was very appreciated and helpful. Overall loved Dr. Bowen and his staff. Very helpful and understanding.”

“Dr. Fanelli is great I will not go to any one else.  Excellent.”

“Dr. Fanelli & Chelsea (PA) have provided me with the best care that I received from any Dr. or PA in the past.  If I have a concern, I never feel like the Dr. or PA is in a rush to move on.  My concerns are always explained & I am asked if I have any questions.

Danield D. Feldmann, MD

“Dr. Feldman was very thorough and professional.  Beth Baylor is very pleasant, upbeat & cheerful.  The two are a perfect match for the office.

Glen T. Feltham, MD

“Dr. Feltham is an excellent doctor.”

“Dr. Feltham is the best doctor I have ever had, thank you so much for your concern and also your help with my knee problem... This was the best appt. and surgery that I have ever had, bar none!  A big thank you to Dr. Feltham and his staff.

W. Fred Hess, MD

“Dr. Hess is the best!

“I was especially struck by how much time Dr Hess spent with me.  Wonderful ‘bedside manners.’"

Steven A. Lillmars, MD

“Steven [Lillmars] is an outstanding physician & I was happy to see him.

“From the time our child was Life-Flighted and all the visits in between, we are so glad he was at Geisinger and had Dr. Lillmars for his surgeon.  All the PAs were SO great with [patient].  God bless you all!”

“I would recommend Dr. Lillmars & Mr. Cornelius to anyone. Dr. Lillmars did a terrific job replacing the right hip on me.  He is a person & dr. one can have confidence in.”

“Dr. Lillmars makes you feel as you’re in good hands.  Dr. Lillmars is great at taking time with your visit... [you’re] always sensitive to my needs to schedule at more convenient times & locations around my M-F work schedule

Matthew McElroy, MD

“I felt [Dr. Matthew McElroy] was doing all the things I hoped for but did not mention, to determine my health issues. I was glad they did an x-ray then gave me results right away. I felt he never wasted a moment in my visit. Thank you!

William M. Mirenda, MD

“Dr. Mirenda is an excellent doctor, excellent bedside manner and is very thorough.  I would recommend him to anyone.  We've had a very positive experience with him.

John M. Parenti, MD

“I had an appointment with Dr. Parenti and he advised me I would have to see a surgeon.  He arranged an appointment with Dr. Lillmars in a few minutes & Dr. Lillmars saw me within the next FEW minutes & I had X-rays, blood work, & EKG within the next hours.  I was very impressed, I saw 2 doctors, had 2 different X-rays, blood taken and an EKG in less than 3 hours!”

“Excellent care by Dr. Parenti.  He has kept me walking for 30 years - by skilled surgery on hips - ankles - femur.”

“We are very thankful and grateful for Dr. Parenti - he knows his "stuff" and was great with us.  We are very pleased!  We recommend you to others and we'd come back if needed.  Thank you!  And God bless!

Wade R. Smith, MD

“Thank you so much for being so prompt with this matter for [patient name]. We really appreciate it. This is our first experience with dealing with Geisinger and Dr. Wade Smith. I am in the medical field also and we appreciate your work. We have had a very good first impression of Dr. Smith and the staff there. Have a Blessed Day to you and all the staff

Gary L. Wolfgang, MD

“Wonderful experience. I'm very pleased with the promptness and helpfulness that I received on my visit... The atmosphere was friendly, comfortable and helpful in every way... [Dr. Wolfgang] was one of the very very best that I have ever encountered.  I would recommend him to others - very highly.”

“Dr. Wolfgang is second to none! Nursing staff, radiology, reception is on the ball!  Well done, don't change a thing!

Ronald J. Wisneski, MD

"Ronald Wisneski and Justin Capers are very, very good at their job. Excellent. I have recommended them and will in the future. Thank you."

"Dr. Wisneski is a great surgeon and friend. Very personable. He really knows his field of ortho spine surgery. He is superb.

Anthony J. Balsamo, MD

“My wife, [name excluded], a recent Geisinger Gold recovering surgical patient of Dr. Krywicki and also treated by Dr. Balsamo, felt compelled to acknowledge and provide official positive feedback regarding her timely and excellent care during her two recent surgical and trauma experiences at GWV hospital... We both want to express our personal appreciation to the courteous and efficient Orthopaedic Staff Members who perform behind the scene services and should not be overlooked for their hard work... A special kudo of acknowledgement should be accorded to Karen Andrews, PA-C, who allayed our concerns, answered all of our questions regarding my wife’s total hip replacement and provided a special dose of empathy when we were both in the hospital at the same time... Her personal hug and encouragement did wonders to bolster our morale... God bless you and thank you for a job well done.

David J. Kolessar, MD

“My wife and I had, between us, 5 operations and we only can say we had excellent care by all staff.  A big thank you to all the staff on the hip & knee floors, therapy staff and especially our Dr. Kolessar.  I would recommend this hospital to anyone.

William J. Krywicki, MD

“My wife, [name excluded], a recent Geisinger Gold recovering surgical patient of Dr. Krywicki and also treated by Dr. Balsamo, felt compelled to acknowledge and provide official positive feedback regarding her timely and excellent care during her two recent surgical and trauma experiences at GWV hospital... We both want to express our personal appreciation to the courteous and efficient Orthopaedic Staff Members who perform behind the scene services and should not be overlooked for their hard work... A special kudo of acknowledgement should be accorded to Karen Andrews, PA-C, who allayed our concerns, answered all of our questions regarding my wife’s total hip replacement and provided a special dose of empathy when we were both in the hospital at the same time... Her personal hug and encouragement did wonders to bolster our morale... God bless you and thank you for a job well done.

Hans Olsen, MD

“Dr. Olsen took the time to explain every thing.  He showed he really cared. Dr. Olsen is great, along with the rest of the staff.

David Ross, MD

“Dr. David Ross is a caring man.  He is cautious, and has empathy for his patients. Geisinger is spotless & I tell everyone!  Dr. Ross is thorough, pleasant, and knowledgeable!  I feel safe and secure with my health care.  All the physicians I see at Geisinger Bear Creek are beyond expectation!”

“Dr. Ross is personable, thorough, patient, willing to explain and concerned for the patient’s discomfort during a procedure.  Above all, he's a "good" doctor!