Mario J. Cornacchione, DO

Geriatrics

LVPG Cliniciani

Accepting New Patients

Overview

Area of focus i

  • Dementia Diagnosis and Treatment
  • Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment

Languages spoken

  • English

About

Philosophy of care

Because various types of dementia can impact the entire family, I consider the entire family unit as I approach diagnosis and management of the disease. I have been the principal investigator in many studies attempting to find new treatments for Alzheimer's, the most common form of dementia, because of the importance of finding a medication that truly modifies its course.

Why I entered medicine

I studied medicine to make a difference in the quality of health care delivered. I specifically was interested in the care of older adults.

Community involvement

I am active at church and support Meals on Wheels.

Personal interests

My family is my priority. I also spend free time doing fresh and saltwater fishing, landscape photography and traveling.

Education

Undergraduate
Alfred University, Bachelor of Arts, 1975

Graduate
Rutgers University, MS - Physiology, 1977

Medical Training
New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, DO - Doctor of Osteopathy, 1982

Training

Residency 1985
Family Medicine, Geisinger Health System, Wilkes Barre, PA

Certifications

American Board of Family Medicine - Geriatric Medicine
American Board of Family Medicine - Family Medicine

Publications & Clinical Trials