Summary

Dr. Charles Burns is a urologist with dual specialty training in addiction medicine who has practiced medicine for five decades. He earned his medical degree from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University, bringing extensive experience to his patient care. His unique combination of urological expertise and addiction medicine training allows him to provide comprehensive care for patients dealing with complex health challenges.

Dr. Burns practices at multiple locations throughout Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, including The Wright Center for Community Health and maintains privileges at Wilkes Barre General Hospital and Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center. He also serves patients in Hawley, Pennsylvania, extending his specialized care to the broader regional community. His decades of clinical experience have earned him recognition from patients, who rate his care at 4.0 out of 5 stars. The combination of his urological training and addiction medicine specialization enables him to address both physical and behavioral health needs for his patients.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 50 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Charles Nicholas Burns has 5 locations

The Wright Center For Community Health Wilkes-Barre Practice

169 N Pennsylvania AveWilkes Barre, PA 18701
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 6:00 pm
SunClosed

The Wright Center For Community Health Hawley

103 Spruce StHawley, PA 18428
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Wilkes Barre General Hospital

575 N River StWilkes Barre, PA 18764

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center

1000 E Mountain DrWilkes Barre, PA 18711

Geisinger South Wilkes Barre

25 Church StWilkes Barre, PA 18765

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Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Ciudad Juarez Instituto De Ciencias Biomedicas
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Charles Nicholas Burns

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Charles Nicholas Burns has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Charles Nicholas Burns has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Addiction Medicine
  • Bladder Issues
  • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
  • Kidney Stones
  • Overactive Urinary Bladder
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Prostatitis
  • Urinary Incontinence
  • Urologic Emergencies

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Dr. Charles Nicholas Burns holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. Burns' NPI number is 1225022858.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Charles Burns's office located?
Dr. Charles Burns's office is located at 169 N Pennsylvania Ave, Wilkes Barre, PA, 18701.
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