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Melissa M. Harrison, DO
General Anesthesiology
LVPG Cliniciani
Accepting New Patients
Overview
Area of focus i
- Regional Anesthesia
Languages spoken
- English
About
Philosophy of care
Vigilance above all is my guiding philosophy.
Why I entered medicine
The medical field ensures I am consistently challenged in a meaningful way.
Community involvement
I support the Parkland CARES Food Pantry, Camelot for Children and the Parkland Football Booster Club. I am a board member of the Parkland Field Hockey Booster Club.
Personal interests
In my free time I enjoy all outdoor activities, including snow skiing, boating, travel and running, as well as fitness and cooking/baking.
Education
Undergraduate
University of Pittsburgh, BS - Health Information Management, 1993
Post Graduate
University of Pittsburgh, Masters - Post Baccalaureate Program, 1996
Medical Training
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, DO - Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, 2000
Training
Internship 2001
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
Residency 2004
Anesthesiology, Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, PA
Certifications
American Board of Anesthesiology - Anesthesiology
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