Daniel Logatto, DO

Get to Know: Daniel Logatto, DO

Career goal: Cardiology/critical care

“I feel as though this health system really takes pride in us as residents, and for that we are all very appreciative.”

What makes your Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) training program different from others across the country?

Since I started here at LVHN, I feel like I have been set up for success. The first day as a physician is intimidating, and I can remember being nervous about what was expected of me, however the attendings and upper-level residents made the transition seamless. I have never felt like I have been in over my head, and if I have ever needed to make a tough decision, I know that I always have someone who has been in the situation before to rely on for guidance. The culture of support from top to bottom is something that I feel is strong at LVHN, and I look forward to taking on the role of a mentor as I progress through residency.  

What has been the most extraordinary part of your training experience so far?

LVHN grants us the opportunity to train across multiple specialties in internal medicine, giving us exposure to clinical scenarios that require highly-specialized care. In addition, we spend almost all of our inpatient time at the Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest campus, which is the main hub of the health network. This means that we are regularly treating the highest acuity patients. As residents, we spend a lot of time working in the intensive care unit caring for critically ill patients that come from all over eastern and northeastern Pennsylvania. I believe that being an integral part of cases like these is so important to growth as a physician and gives us a good foundation for when we see cases like these in the future.

What is one memory you have from your training so far that will stick with you for your career?

One memory that stands out to me was before residency started, before most of us knew each other, when a co-resident of mine invited a bunch of us over to his place to get to know one another. It was a great time, and I remember feeling excited to get started knowing that I got along so well with the people I’d be working alongside in the coming years.

What is one piece of advice you would share with someone as they select a training program?

Residency is as advertised. No matter where you train, you will be working long days and have a lot of new responsibilities that seem daunting. That being said, having a strong support system both inside and outside of the hospital is going to be what makes all the difference. I would also encourage prospective applicants to keep their future plans in mind, and if fellowship is the goal, look to see if the program has opportunities for training in that field.

What does it mean to be a resident at LVHN?

LVHN is a health system that values hard work and dedication. As residents here we are held to a high standard in providing the best care possible for our patients. I feel as though this health system really takes pride in us as residents, and for that we are all very appreciative. It takes a lot of time and effort to get to be where we are today, but I feel like working here at LVHN is a constant reminder of why I started.