Susan K. Yaeger, MD

Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine

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Overview

Languages spoken

  • English
  • English

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About

Philosophy of care

When a child comes into the emergency room, my priority is to make sure they are safe and as comfortable as possible.  I love meeting kids and listening to their stories.   Working with children and their families, I listen to each concern and together we develop a reasonable plan to move forward.  My job isn't complete until I've answered every question.  

Why I entered medicine

I think biology and biochemistry are fascinating.  Becoming a doctor gave me the opportunity to use science to help people.  So, particularly in the emergency room, I help children and their families every day, which is something I enjoy.

Community involvement

I’ve always been a blood donor. There was a time that someone close to me needed a blood transfusion, so I really value the work done by blood banks. My husband and I coach youth soccer, an activity that keeps us active and laughing. 

Personal interests

I bike and hike with my family. I love to travel and hike in new places. I grew up in State College and went to Penn State, so I’m a big fan of Penn State sports.

I enjoy gardening. Lately, I’ve been spending more time at home and my vegetable garden thrived. My favorite thing about gardening is growing things the neighborhood kids like to eat. I love to see my kids and their friends in the garden eating peas, baby tomatoes or carrots right off the plants. In this small way I’m promoting healthy eating among the neighborhood kids.

Education

Undergraduate
 Pennsylvania State University, BS - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, 2006

Medical Training
 Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, MD - Doctor of Medicine, 2010

Training

Residency 2011
 Pediatrics, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA

Residency 2012
 Pediatrics, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA

Residency 2013
 Pediatrics, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA

Fellowship 2014
 Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA

Fellowship 2015
 Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA

Fellowship 2016
 Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA

Certifications

American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics
American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Publications & Clinical Trials

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