Summary

Dr. Dean Focht specializes in gastroenterology with a focus on pediatric digestive health. He earned his medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine and completed a fellowship at Children's Hospital Medical Center in Cincinnati in 2005. With 27 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Focht holds certification in pediatrics from the American Board of Pediatrics. He provides care in English.

Dr. Focht practices at Geisinger Medical Center with locations in Pittston, Port Matilda, and Danville, Pennsylvania. He treats children with digestive conditions including poor weight gain and failure to thrive. His expertise includes performing upper GI endoscopy and coordinating home infusion therapy for young patients. Patients consistently rate him highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 27 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Children's Hospital Medical Center - Cincinnati
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. Dean Richard Focht IIi has 3 locations

Geisinger Healthplex CenterPoint

1201 Oak StPittston, PA 18640
Mon5:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue5:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed5:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu5:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri5:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun7:30 am - 6:00 pm

Janet Weis Children's Hospital

100 N Academy AveDanville, PA 17822
Mon7:00 am - 11:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 11:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 11:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 11:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 11:00 pm
Sat7:00 am - 11:00 pm
Sun7:00 am - 11:00 pm

Geisinger Healthplex State College

132 Abigail LnPort Matilda, PA 16870
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SunClosed

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27 Years of Experience
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Pittston , PASACRAMENTO , CALittle Rock , ARSACRAMENTO , CA
Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine Med School: New York University Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Dean Richard Focht IIi

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Gateway Health
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Dean Richard Focht IIi has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Dean Richard Focht IIi has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Obesity

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Pediatrics

Pediatrics

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Children's Hospital Medical Center - Cincinnati2005

Medical School

Drexel University College Of MedicineGraduated in 1999

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Dean Focht IIi affiliated with?
Dr. Dean Focht IIi is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center.
What languages does Dr. Dean Focht IIi speak?
Dr. Dean Focht IIi speaks English.
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