Summary

Dr. Joseph Briskie is a cardiovascular disease specialist and internist who graduated from A T Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. With 35 years of experience in medicine, he focuses on diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions while also providing comprehensive internal medicine care. Dr. Briskie speaks English and brings more than three decades of clinical expertise to his practice.

Dr. Briskie is affiliated with Wilkes Barre General Hospital and practices in Plains and Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. He specializes in treating breathing difficulties and shortness of breath, particularly when these symptoms occur during physical activity. His diagnostic expertise includes performing heart rhythm tests, advanced heart imaging with contrast, and detailed heart ultrasounds to evaluate cardiac function. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his cardiovascular care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 35 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Joseph Stanley Briskie has 2 locations

Northeastern Pennsylvania Cardiology Associates Llp

667 S River St Ste 201Plains, PA 18705
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

Wilkes Barre General Hospital

575 N River StWilkes Barre, PA 18764

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Dr. Joseph Stanley Briskie JR., DODr. Karlyn Ann Paglia, MDDr. Gerald F LaceyDr. Renishkumar Jaysukhlal Viradiya, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseInternal MedicineCardiovascular DiseaseInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
35 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Plains , PAWilkes Barre , PAWilkes Barre , PAEast Stroudsburg , PA
Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: M P SHAH MEDICAL COLLEGE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph Stanley Briskie

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Tricare
  • Ultimate Health Plans
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph Stanley Briskie has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph Stanley Briskie has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Dr. Joseph Stanley Briskie holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Briskie's NPI number is 1548248396.

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Dr. Joseph Briskie is affiliated with Wilkes Barre General Hospital.
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Dr. Joseph Briskie's office is located at 667 S River St Ste 201, Plains, PA, 18705.

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