JoAnn K. Platko, CRNA, PhD

General Anesthesiology

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Overview

Languages spoken

  • English
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About

Philosophy of care

My approach involves treating the patient as a whole – mind, body, spirit and emotions. I provide comprehensive anesthesia care by listening to each patient and answering their questions and concerns. I take time to explain what to expect before, during and after their anesthetic, meeting their immediate physical and anesthetic needs.

Why I entered medicine

I entered the health care profession to help people during what is usually a stressful period of their lives. Being able to assist them during this time and make a difference in their care has been the privilege of my career.

Community involvement

I volunteer with a local charity called Brighter Journeys, which assists families of special needs children with items that insurance will not pay for, including backyard fences so they will have a safe place to play. The group also provides specially adapted bicycles and equips bathrooms or bedrooms with the necessities to help children bathe and sleep. I also enjoy volunteering at my church during bazaars and dinners.

Personal interests

My husband and I are avid bikers. We love to spend our downtime traveling to different states to try new trails. I am also a huge sports fan and love going to professional and college football and baseball games.

Education

Undergraduate
 Luzerne County Community College, Associate in Applied Science (AAS), 1986

Undergraduate
 Misericordia University, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), 2000

Graduate
 The University Of Scranton, Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), 2003

Graduate
 Villanova University, Doctor of Philosophy (PHD), 2024

Publications & Clinical Trials

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