Dr. Joseph E. Stella M.D.
Family Practitioner
125 Scranton Pocono Hwy Scranton PA, 18505About
Dr. Joseph Stella is a family practitioner practicing in Scranton, PA. Dr. Stella specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Stella possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Temple Univ Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa 1978
Temple University School of Medicine 1978
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Obesity
- Ear Infection
- Hepatitis C
- Opiate Dependence
- Tonsillitis
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