Summary

Dr. Karen Lurito is a cardiovascular disease specialist with 30 years of experience caring for patients with heart conditions. She earned her medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed her residency training at both the University of Maryland Medical System and Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Lurito went on to complete a fellowship at Indiana University School of Medicine in 2002, gaining advanced expertise in cardiovascular care. She holds certification in Pediatrics from the American Board of Pediatrics and speaks both Spanish and English.

Dr. Lurito practices at Geisinger Medical Center and sees patients at multiple locations including the WellSpan Heart and Vascular Center in Lewisburg and Geisinger facilities in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. Her expertise includes treating congenital heart disease and helping patients who experience weakness or loss of trunk control. She performs diagnostic procedures such as electrocardiograms to evaluate heart function and incorporates physical therapy and strength training into patient care plans. Patients have given Dr. Lurito an average rating of 4.6 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 30 years of experience
  • 15 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Indiana University, School of Medicine
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Karen Joanne Lurito has 3 locations

WellSpan Heart and Vascular Center in Lewisburg

3 Hospital DriveLewisburg, PA 17837
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center

1000 E Mountain DrWilkes Barre, PA 18711

Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre

166 Hanover St Ste 200Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SunClosed

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Dr. Karen Joanne Lurito, MDDr. Mark Howard Cohen, MDDr. Michelle Jeanine NickolausDr. Neil Dushyant Shah, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
4.7 
30 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, German Speaks German, English Speaks Spanish, English
Lewisburg , PAHershey , PAWilliamsport , PADanville , PA
Med School: University of Maryland, School of Medicine Med School: Katholieke Universiteit Leuven (Ku Leuven) Faculteit Geneeskunde Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Joanne Lurito

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karen Joanne Lurito has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karen Joanne Lurito has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Cyanosis
  • Heart Failure

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Pediatrics

Pediatrics

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Indiana University, School of Medicine2002

Residency

Indiana University, School of Medicine1999
University of Maryland Medical System1997

Medical School

University of Maryland, School of MedicineGraduated in 1996

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Karen Lurito accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Karen Lurito accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Karen Lurito accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Karen Lurito has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Karen Lurito affiliated with?
Dr. Karen Lurito is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karen Lurito?
You can find contact information for Dr. Karen Lurito here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Karen Lurito's office located?
Dr. Karen Lurito's office is located at 3 Hospital Drive, Lewisburg, PA, 17837.

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