Summary

Dr. Erchinger is a board-certified and fellowship-trained general and colorectal surgeon. His clinical interests include colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, advancing enhanced recovery after surgery, minimally invasive surgery, and benign and malignant anorectal disease. Dr. Erchinger obtained his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. He completed his residency at Keesler Medical Center and his fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at the University of Texas, Houston. Dr. Erchinger is certified by the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. He speaks English and German.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, German
  • U. of Texas Health Science Center - Houston, TX
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Thomas Andrew Erchinger has 2 locations

Geisinger Medical Office Building Wyoming Valley

950 E Mountain BlvdWilkes Barre, PA 18711
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Geisinger Multi-Specialty Clinic Hazleton

1525 N Church StHazleton, PA 18202
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Thomas Andrew Erchinger, MDDr. Kenneth Robert UstynoskiChristopher J Buzas, DODr. Joshua A Nochumson, MD
Colorectal SurgeryColorectal SurgeryColorectal SurgeryColorectal Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
43 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, German Speaks English Speaks English
Wilkes Barre , PAForty Fort , PADanville , PAHazleton , PA
Med School: Hahnemann University School Of Medicine Med School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Thomas Andrew Erchinger

  • AARP
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthNow
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Thomas Andrew Erchinger has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Thomas Andrew Erchinger has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Banding
  • Bowel Resection
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colonoscopy
  • Diverticulitis
  • Hemorrhoidectomy
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Rectal Bleeding
  • Rectal Pain

Certifications, License, & Education

Thomas Andrew Erchinger is board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at U. of Texas Health Science Center - Houston, TX in 2001.

Residency

Completed their residency at Keesler Medical Center in 1993.

NPI Number

Thomas Andrew Erchinger's NPI number is 1427050723.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Thomas Erchinger speak?
Thomas Erchinger speaks English and German.
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Does Thomas Erchinger accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Which hospitals is Thomas Erchinger affiliated with?
Thomas Erchinger is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center.

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