David A. Wood, D.O. AOBFP
Mountain Top
Summary
Experienced Family Medicine Physician with a strong background in both outpatient and inpatient care, committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care within a collaborative team environment. Proven leadership as a Medical Director and Assistant Professor in a rural, underserved setting, with diverse clinical experience spanning urgent care, nursing homes, hospice, home visits, and traditional office practice. Proficient in multiple electronic medical record systems, including Epic, NextGen, CHCS, and GE Centricity. Recognized for a hands-on teaching approach and a strong commitment to the Patient-Centered Medical Home model. Seeking an opportunity to contribute to a collaborative healthcare team and create a balance between medicine and family.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FAMILY MEDICINE PHYSICIAN
St. Luke’s University Health Network Tamaqua PA
Tamaqua, PA
08.2024 - Current
- Primary care provider for adolescent and geriatric patients at Tamaqua Primary Care.
- Deliver preventative medicine, manage chronic diseases, and conduct transition of care appointments post-hospitalization. Perform annual Medicare evaluations.
- Supervise and mentor two newly graduated Physician Assistants, fostering their professional growth.
SITE MEDICAL DIRECTOR
WELLPATH, SITE MEDICAL DIRECTOR SCI-MAHANOY
SCI Mahanoy, PA
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Provided primary care medicine to over 2800 male inmates as the sole medical physician supervising two mid level providers.
- Treated inmates in an infirmary setting for acute medical conditions that could be treated safely on site with close monitoring or after outside hospitalizations.
- Assisted with Hepatitis C and HIV Clinics (Temple University Hospital), Supervised other telemedicine clinics including Nephrology, Hematology/Oncology, Dermatology, and Neurology.
- Responsible for the Administrative responsibilities that accompanied the position.
MEDICAL DIRECTOR, SUB ACUTE CARE PHYSICIAN
ADFINITAS HEALTH
Wyoming Valley, PA
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Medical Director of The Gardens at Wyoming Valley, Allied Skilled Nursing Facility Center City, Allied Skilled Nursing Facility Meade Street Wilkes-Barre, PA and Hometown Skilled Nursing Facility, Hometown, PA.
- Provided long term care to geriatric patients as well as patients requiring short term rehabilitative therapy.
- Supervised four mid level providers on my team while handling administrative duties.
MEDICAL DIRECTOR
LEHIGH VALLEY HEALTH CARE SYSTEM
MOUNTAIN TOP, PA
07.2018 - 07.2022
- Provided full spectrum Family Medicine to patients of all ages. Assisted with Covid vaccinations, education, treatment as well as telemedicine visits during pandemic.
Hospitalist
UPMC/Muncy Valley Hospital
Muncy Valley, PA
03.2018 - 07.2018
VA Medical Center
Wilkes-Barre, PA
03.2017 - 03.2018
Family Practice
WMCHC Hamlin Family Health Center
Hamlin, PA
07.2014 - 03.2017
Medical Director of Sullivan County Medical Center
Laporte, PA
07.2006 - 07.2014
Assistant Professor of Family Medicine, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Philadelphia, PA
07.2006 - 07.2014
Family Physician, Geisinger Medical Care
Kingston, PA
07.2003 - 07.2006
Adjunct Professor of Pharmacology, Marywood University
Scranton, PA
08.2005 - 08.2005
Assistant Chief of Staff, Primary Care Clinic, Pope Air Force Base
Pope Air Force Base
10.2001 - 06.2003
Family Physician, Primary Care Clinic, Pope Air Force Base
Pope Air Force Base
08.1999 - 06.2003
Pharmacist, Thrift Drug
Philadelphia, PA
01.1992 - 08.1992
Education
Family Medicine Resident -
Wyoming Valley Family Practice Program
06-1999
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine - undefined
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Philadelphia, PA06-1996
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy - undefined
Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science
Philadelphia, PA12-1991
Skills
- Acute illness treatment
- Chronic disease management
- Preventive medicine
- Patient-centered care
- Clinical decision making
- Physical examination
- Direct patient care
Accomplishments
- AOA Mentor of the Year Nominee, 2007 and 2008.
- Distinguished Service in the United States Air Force, August 1999 to June 2003
- Graduated in Top 15% of Osteopathic Medical Class, June 1996
- Merck, Sharpe and Dohme Award for Excellence in Pharmacotherapeutics, May 1992
- Graduated in Top 10% of Pharmacy Class, May 1992
- Magna Cum Laude, Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science, May 1992
Affiliations
- Member of the American Pharmaceutical Association, July 2010 to December 2014
- Member of the American Academy of Psychopharmacology, January 2010 to January 2013
- Member of the American Osteopathic Association
- Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians, June 2009 to Present
- Diplomat of the American Academy of Family Physicians, June 1999 to June 2009
- Board Certified by the American Board of Family Medicine, 1999 to 2014
- Board Certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians in Family Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment, December 2013 to Present
Certification
- National Provider Identifier, 1447202395
- DEA Certification
- Osteopathic Medicine License to Practice in Pennsylvania
- AED Certification
- BC/BE Family Medicine
Timeline
FAMILY MEDICINE PHYSICIAN
St. Luke’s University Health Network Tamaqua PA
08.2024 - Current
SITE MEDICAL DIRECTOR
WELLPATH, SITE MEDICAL DIRECTOR SCI-MAHANOY
07.2023 - 07.2024
MEDICAL DIRECTOR, SUB ACUTE CARE PHYSICIAN
ADFINITAS HEALTH
07.2022 - 07.2023
MEDICAL DIRECTOR
LEHIGH VALLEY HEALTH CARE SYSTEM
07.2018 - 07.2022
Hospitalist
UPMC/Muncy Valley Hospital
03.2018 - 07.2018
VA Medical Center
03.2017 - 03.2018
Family Practice
WMCHC Hamlin Family Health Center
07.2014 - 03.2017
Medical Director of Sullivan County Medical Center
07.2006 - 07.2014
Assistant Professor of Family Medicine, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
07.2006 - 07.2014
Adjunct Professor of Pharmacology, Marywood University
08.2005 - 08.2005
Family Physician, Geisinger Medical Care
07.2003 - 07.2006
Assistant Chief of Staff, Primary Care Clinic, Pope Air Force Base
10.2001 - 06.2003
Family Physician, Primary Care Clinic, Pope Air Force Base
08.1999 - 06.2003
Pharmacist, Thrift Drug
01.1992 - 08.1992
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine - undefined
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy - undefined
Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science
Family Medicine Resident -
Wyoming Valley Family Practice Program