
Janet E. Erickson, MD
Internal Medicine
LVPG Cliniciani
Overview
Area of focus i
- Preventative health care
- Women's health care
- Diabetes management
Languages spoken
- English
About
Philosophy of care
I strongly believe in patient-centered care that involves the entire health care team and assesses all facets of well-being, including the physical, psychological, emotional and social aspects. I listen carefully to your unique story as a way to achieve your best medical outcome.
Why I entered medicine
At age 10, I observed my father’s physical decline following a critical cardiac event at age 40. I recognized the need for research into novel and promising treatments, and the vital importance of patients and family members establishing a trusting relationship with their medical team. At a time of profound fear and uncertainty for both my father and his family, I learned the significance of compassionate and empathic care, and I strive to provide this to my own patients in memory of him.
Community involvement
I have helped educate medical, physician assistant and nurse practitioner students and found it to be extremely rewarding. I served as a medical school faculty member for 12 years, and have been involved in community outreach and education through local schools and businesses regarding a variety of medical topics and health-promoting campaigns. I have served as a board member for Easter Seals and for a variety of organizations involved in the education of autistic children. I have supported and donated time to homeless shelters and worked with members of domestic abuse. I support animal shelters, and I have personally adopted numerous special needs animals.
Personal interests
My personal interests include working with animal shelters and emergency facilities to assist in fostering/adoption of special needs animals. I like personal fitness, including distance running and indoor cycling. I enjoy community and school-based activities with my twin daughters, and am interested in Victorian-era architecture and collectibles.
Education
Undergraduate
The University Of Scranton, Bachelor of Science in Biology (BABIO), 1995
Medical School
Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine (MD), 1999
Training
Residency 2002
Internal Medicine, Lehigh Valley Health Network-Cedar Crest, Allentown, PA
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine
Publications & Clinical Trials
Conditions Treated
- Abdominal Disorders
- Acid Reflux
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Anemia
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Atherosclerosis (blocked arteries)
- Back and Neck Pain
- Bronchitis
- Bursitis
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Cellulitis
- Conjunctival Hemorrhage
- Cough
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal Disorders
- Acid Reflux
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Anemia
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Atherosclerosis (blocked arteries)
- Back and Neck Pain
- Bronchitis
- Bursitis
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Cellulitis
- Conjunctival Hemorrhage
- Cough
- Diarrhea
- Diverticulitis, Intestinal
- Diverticulosis, Intestinal
- Dysphagia (Difficulty Swallowing)
- Ear Ache
- Edema
- Emphysema
- Falls
- Folliculitis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) or Heartburn
- Headaches
- Hyperglycemia (Excess Blood Glucose)
- Hyperlipidemia (High Cholesterol)
- Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- Influenza (Flu)
- Insomnia
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Itchy Skin
- Malaise and Fatigue
- Migraine
- Myalgia (Muscle Pain)
- Neuropathy
- Obesity
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteopenia (Bone Loss)
- Osteoporosis
- Otitis Media (Middle Ear Infection)
- Outer Ear Infection
- Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
- Pre-diabetes
- Rash
- Shingles
- Sinusitis
- Skin Infections
- Stress
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Unsteady Gait
Services Offered
- A1C Testing (Diabetes Blood Test)
- Anemia Screening
- Cancer Screening
- Fecal Occult Blood Test
- Internal Medicine
- Medications Management
- Preventive Care
- Primary Care
- Rapid Flu Testing
- Urinalysis
- Wellness Examination
- A1C Testing (Diabetes Blood Test)
- Anemia Screening
- Cancer Screening
- Fecal Occult Blood Test
- Internal Medicine
- Medications Management
- Preventive Care
- Primary Care
- Rapid Flu Testing
- Urinalysis
- Wellness Examination
Comments
"Dr Erickson is a fabulous doctor. She is compassionate and caring and explains everything clearly. She is one in a million!"
"Dr Erickson and her entire staff are great! Dr. Erickson has always made time to see me when needed, and she is extremely thorough and knowledgeable. I trust this medical practice completely."
"Dr. Erickson is great, listens and responds and reviews all that is needed. Great addition to LVHN!"