Jose David Avila Loor, MD

Dr. Jose Avila Loor is a neurologist who specializes in neuromuscular medicine, focusing on complex nerve and muscle disorders. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Catolica De Santiago De Guayaquil and completed his residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in 2014. Dr. Avila Loor pursued advanced fellowship training in neuromuscular medicine at both the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in 2015 and Washington University School of Medicine in 2016. With 18 years of medical experience, he speaks English fluently.

Dr. Avila Loor practices at Geisinger Medical Center and Geisinger Multi-Specialty Clinic Danville, both located in Danville, Pennsylvania, and maintains hospital privileges at UPMC Presbyterian. He treats patients with serious neurological conditions including ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) and muscle weakness disorders. His approach to care includes comprehensive treatment plans that may involve physical therapy, strength training, and water-based …exercise programs. These therapeutic interventions help patients maintain function and improve their quality of life while managing challenging neuromuscular conditions.