Deanna A. Shank, PA-C, MS
Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C) i
Urology
Member of
LVPG Cliniciani
Accepting New Patients
About
Philosophy of care
Communication is key to my philosophy of care. I always want to make sure my patients understand their diagnosis, their options for treatment, and what the final treatment plan will be. I find this important so I know my patients are leaving my office with full understanding of their urologic issues.
Why I entered medicine
I loved science and math growing up. I had the opportunity to shadow physician assistants and I loved every aspect of medicine they participated in. I thoroughly enjoy helping people. I am very hands-on and being able to participate in surgery is a great outlet for me to do this.
Community involvement
I grew up in the Lehigh Valley and I am so pleased to be able to give back to the community. I participated in Habit for Humanity and other fundraising events while in physician assistant school. I found these to be very rewarding experiences.
Personal interests
I enjoy playing sports because I grew up with them. I also love to run. It's not only good for your health, but a great stress reliever. I love to spend time with family and friends and I always try to find time to read and listen to music.
Education
Undergraduate
Drexel University, Bachelor of Science (BS), 2012
Graduate
Drexel University, Master of Science (MS), 2013
Publications & Clinical Trials
Oncology and Advance Robotic Surgery Care Team
What is a Care Team?
Your LVPG Urology care team works together to address your unique needs and ensure you always get the best care at the right time through a Center of Excellence approach. This team includes your physician and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) such as physician assistants, nurse practitioners and specialized registered nurses. APCs receive advanced training and routinely work alongside your physician, building expertise in areas of specialization with the four Centers of Excellence including men’s health, women’s health, stone-related disease and urologic oncology. Your care team will work with you to design a plan that effectively addresses your medical concerns.
Meet the Care Team
Specialties
- Urology
Affiliated with
Specialties
- Urology
Affiliated with
Conditions Treated
- Benign Tumor
- Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Disorders, Diseases, and Infections
- Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
- Elevated PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen)
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Kidney Cancer (Renal Cancer)
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Stones
- Malignant Neoplasm of Bladder
- Neoplasm of Unspecified Behavior of Bladder
- Penile Cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostatitis
- Benign Tumor
- Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Disorders, Diseases, and Infections
- Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
- Elevated PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen)
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Kidney Cancer (Renal Cancer)
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Stones
- Malignant Neoplasm of Bladder
- Neoplasm of Unspecified Behavior of Bladder
- Penile Cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostatitis
- Testicular Cancer
- Testicular Dysfunction
- Urinary Retention
- Urologic Cancer
Services Offered
- Adrenal Gland Surgery
- Adrenalectomy (Adrenal Gland Surgery)
- Biopsy
- Bladder Biopsy
- Bladder Instillations
- Bladder Surgery
- Cancer Risk Assessment
- Cancer Surgery
- Cancer Treatments
- Complex Penile Surgery
- Cystectomy
- Injection Therapy
- Kidney Stone Removal
- Kidney Surgery
- Lithotripsy (Kidney Stone Destruction)
- Adrenal Gland Surgery
- Adrenalectomy (Adrenal Gland Surgery)
- Biopsy
- Bladder Biopsy
- Bladder Instillations
- Bladder Surgery
- Cancer Risk Assessment
- Cancer Surgery
- Cancer Treatments
- Complex Penile Surgery
- Cystectomy
- Injection Therapy
- Kidney Stone Removal
- Kidney Surgery
- Lithotripsy (Kidney Stone Destruction)
- Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
- Medications Management
- Orchiectomy
- Orchiopexy for Undescended Testicle
- Partial Nephrectomy With Robotic Assistance
- Prostatectomy
- Prostatectomy With Robotic Assistance
- Renal Transplant and Nephrectomy
- Robotic Surgery
- Surgery
- TURP (Transurethral Resection of Prostate) or Laser Destruction of Prostate
- Urinary Stone Removal (Litholapaxy)
- Uroflowmetry
- Urology
- Varicocelectomy or Hydrocelectomy
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