Summary

Dr. Kristen Salava is a rheumatologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the joints, muscles, and connective tissues. She earned her medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Geisinger Medical Center in 2021. Dr. Salava further advanced her expertise through a fellowship at Geisinger Medical Center GME, which she completed in 2024, giving her eight years of medical experience. She provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Salava practices at St. Luke's Rheumatology Associates in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, where she focuses on treating back pain across different patient populations. Her approach to care includes helping patients with back pain during pregnancy and addressing back pain in children and teens. She incorporates various treatment methods into her practice, including physical therapy guidance, water exercise programs, and strength training protocols to help patients improve their mobility and manage their conditions effectively.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 8 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Geisinger Medical Center GME
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

St. Luke's Rheumatology Associates - Bethlehem

1530 8th Ave # 1Bethlehem, PA 18018
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.8 
8 Years of Experience 67 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Bethlehem , PAPEMBROKE PINES , FLLehighton , PAAllentown , PA
Med School: Temple University School Of Medicine Med School: University Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine Med School: Jagiellonian University Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kristen A Salava

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Piedmont Community Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kristen A Salava has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kristen A Salava has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Hospitalist
  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

8 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Geisinger Medical Center GME2024

Residency

Geisinger Medical Center2021

Medical School

Temple University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2018

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Dr. Kristen Salava speaks English.

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