Nihaal Prashant Karnik, MD

Dr. Nihaal Karnik is a gastroenterologist who specializes in digestive health and related conditions. After earning his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine, he completed his residency at Drexel University College of Medicine in 2019. Dr. Karnik further advanced his expertise through fellowships at SUNY University Hospital in Brooklyn, New York in 2023, and Virginia Mason Medical Center in 2024. With a decade of experience in medicine, he brings comprehensive knowledge to his gastroenterology practice. He is fluent in English, Marathi, and Spanish, allowing him to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Karnik practices at Geisinger locations in Pittston and Scranton, Pennsylvania, where he focuses on common digestive concerns that affect many patients. He treats conditions such as colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and rectal bleeding with expertise and care. His procedural skills include performing colonoscopies, lower GI endoscopy, and laparoscopic …procedures to help diagnose and treat various gastrointestinal issues. These minimally invasive techniques allow him to provide thorough evaluations while ensuring patient comfort and optimal outcomes.