In the United States, approximately 1 in 44 children is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder, and boys are four times more likely to be diagnosed than girls. Early detection is closely associated with better outcomes.

Allergy season will soon be here and that means it is asthma season too. In Pennsylvania, the prevalence of asthma in adults increased 3% between 2011 to 2019, and one in six adults in Pennsylvania experiences lifetime asthma.

While occupational therapy (OT) may imply that it is related to work, it is actually a treatment for any illness, injury or disability that makes it difficult to do a normal daily task, such as work, school or household responsibilities.

Just like children have different health needs than adults, seniors also have concerns that differ from those in early adulthood and in middle age. According to the National Council on Aging, 80% of older adults have at least one chronic health condition and nearly 70% of Medicare beneficiaries have two or more. Heart disease, cancer, chronic lower respiratory diseases, depression, stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes and other chronic diseases can significantly reduce an individual’s independence, ability to perform day-to-day tasks and overall wellness.

With hospitals and outpatient facilities throughout 26 Pennsylvania counties, we are pleased to provide convenient access and a wide range of care close to you. Join us in welcoming several new doctors to our team.