Michael J. Pistoria, DO

President, Medical Staff

Hospital Medicine

LVPG Cliniciani

Overview

Languages spoken

  • English
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About

Philosophy of care

My job is different than, say, a primary care doctor because I have a very brief encounter with you. My philosophy would be to make you comfortable and cared for. I want to make sure you understand what is happening to you and what will happen to you in the coming weeks.

Why I entered medicine

I wanted to be a fireman until I was 3 or 4 years old. But I have a picture of myself at 5 under the Christmas tree with a doctor’s kit, and from that point on that’s all I ever wanted to do. When I was a kid, my family doctor was wonderful. He was very caring and incredibly thorough. I had mild medical issues as a child, and the ear, nose and throat doctor I used to see for my ears was wonderful. He explained things to me as a kid who was 8 or 9 years old, and that was impactful on me. It modeled good medical care and good communication skills.

Personal interests

I love sports and am an avid Philadelphia sports fan. I love music. Growing up, I played percussion. I love to read, a lot of historical stuff. I used to love to run a lot. I’m trying to get back into that.

Education

Undergraduate
 Vanderbilt University, BS- Bachelor of Science, 1991

Medical Training
 Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, DO - Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, 1995

Training

Internship 1996
 Internal Medicine, Lehigh Valley Health Network, Allentown, PA

Residency 1999
 Internal Medicine, Lehigh Valley Health Network, Allentown, PA

Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine/Focused Practice in Hospital Medicine