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Dr. James McKenna, DO

Geriatric Medicine* Age 65
Dr. James McKenna, DO
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Dr. James McKenna, DO is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Scranton, PA.
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Dr. James McKenna, DO

Geriatric Medicine* Age 65
Scranton, PA
Accepting new patients
39 years of experience
Dr. James McKenna, DO is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Scranton, PA.

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Dr. James McKenna, DO is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Scranton, PA and has 39 years experience. They graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1985 and completed a residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center and Geisinger Community Medical Center. Dr. McKenna has experience treating conditions like Acute Upper Respiratory Infection and Pharyngitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. McKenna received an average rating of 3.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 6 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. McKenna is board certified in Family Practice and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Pharyngitis
Immunization Administration
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Pharyngitis
Immunization Administration
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Pharyngitis
Immunization Administration
Fever
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Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Constipation
Dehydration
Diarrhea
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Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Nausea
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Shortness of Breath
Tobacco Use Disorder
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Smoking Cessation Counseling
Wellness Examination
Abdominal Pain
Acidosis
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Acne
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Actinic Keratosis
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Kidney Infection
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Administrative Physical
All Types of Food Poisoning
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Arthritis of the Neck
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Back Pain
Balanoposthitis
Bedsores
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Bedwetting
Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Boil
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Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Burn Injuries
Bursitis
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Canker Sore
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Coccygeal Pain
Common Cold
Confusion
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis Due to Detergents
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fibromyalgia
Folic Acid Deficiency
Folliculitis
Food Poisoning
Foot Infection
Foot Sprain
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gout
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Hair Loss
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hives
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Hydrocele
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Impetigo
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Influenza (Flu)
Ingrown Nail
Insomnia
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Kidney Infection
Kidney Stone Pain (Renal Colic)
Knee Sprain
Laryngitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Low Blood Oxygen Level
Lyme Disease
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Mastodynia
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nail Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Neurogenic Bladder
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Fasciitis
Pneumonia
Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Prostatitis
Proteinuria
Radiculopathy
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Sebaceous Cysts
Second-Degree Burns
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Shingles
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Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Skin Ulcer
Sleep Apnea
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Strep Throat
Stye
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Swimmer's Ear
Swine Flu
Symptomatic Menopause
Telogen Effluvium
Testicular Dysfunction
Throat Pain
Thrush
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Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Tonsillitis
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Tremor
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Trichomoniasis
Urinary Hesitancy
Urinary Stones
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Infection
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Warts
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Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Advance Directive End of Life Planning
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Diabetes Counseling
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Geriatric Assessment
Human Papillomavirus DNA Testing
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Vaccination

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Locations

  1. 1 Geisinger Clinic
    2300 Adams Ave, Scranton, PA 18509
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (570) 558-6160
  2. 2 Allied Services Rehabilitation Hospital
    475 Morgan Hwy, Scranton, PA 18508
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (570) 342-5800
  3. 3 Life Geisinger
    592 S Main St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18701
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (800) 275-6401
  4. 4 Select Specialty Hospital-danville
    100 N Academy Ave, Danville, PA 17822
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Aug 30, 2021
HE IS EXCELLENT !!!
MIKE EAGEN — Aug 30, 2021
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Biography
  • Dr. James McKenna, DO is a geriatric medicine specialist in Scranton, PA and has over 38 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1985. She specializes in Geriatric Medicine.
Biography
Specialties*
Geriatric Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
    1985
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Family Practice and Geriatric Medicine
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Parkview Hospital
    1986
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
    1988
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James McKenna, DO. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. McKenna's profile.

Dr. McKenna frequently treats the following conditions: Acute Upper Respiratory Infection and Pharyngitis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. James McKenna, DO is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center and Geisinger Community Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. James McKenna, DO holds board certification in Family Practice and Geriatric Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center

    1000 E Mountain Dr, Wilkes Barre, PA

  • Geisinger Community Medical Center

    1800 Mulberry St, Scranton, PA