Summary

Dr. Lynott is a board-certified orthopaedic sports medicine physician. His interests include hip and knee arthritis geriatric fracture care, total joint replacement and the treatment of sports-related ankle injuries through arthroscopy, ligament reconstruction and ankle fusion. Dr. Lynott attended Thomas Jefferson University, where he earned his medical degree, and completed his residency at National Naval Medical Center. Dr. Lynott is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery in orthopaedic sports medicine. He is a native of Scranton.Video: more from Dr. John Lynott, M.D.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.1
  • 30 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • National Naval Medical Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

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

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
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30 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Pittston , PAGreenville , NCTaylor , PAKingston , PA
Med School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson Univ Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School Med School: Temple University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John A. Lynott

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Cigna
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Keystone First
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John A. Lynott has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John A. Lynott has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Injuries
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

National Naval Medical Center2004
Naval Medical Center - San Diego, CA1997

Medical School

Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson UnivGraduated in 1996

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Dr. John Lynott affiliated with?
Dr. John Lynott is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center.
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What languages does Dr. John Lynott speak?
Dr. John Lynott speaks English.
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