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Family MedicineI was raised in Massachusetts; I now live with my wife and three children in Nazareth, Pa. I am an avid sports fan and my favorite teams are the Boston Red Sox and the New England Patriots. After serving in the United States Air Force I moved to Nazareth to be closer to my wife and my family. I am a board-certified Family Physician who joined St. Luke’s University Health Network in January 2011. I have been practicing in Nazareth since 1998 and my practice is dedicated to treating patients of all ages.
school Education
Medical School
- University of Massachusetts Medical School, 1992
Internship
- RWJ Somerset Hospital, 1992 - 1993
Residency
- UPMC Somerset Hospital, 1993 - 1995
Board Certifications
- Family Medicine
star Reviews
The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions from our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of St. Luke's University Health Network.
“Dr Pogo is very personable AND professional I trust totally trust him as my primary care physician”
July 26, 2025
“Have and alway will recommend this practice”
July 24, 2025
“Excellent office and care”
July 24, 2025
“Dr Pogo saw me on short notice and was very willing to give me time to explain my concerns and gave me clear and positive steps to take in slicing my issue. He was very friendly and thorough and I am finally that he shares the office with my primary care doctor”
July 21, 2025
“I've always had wonderful care. The doctor listens and responds. He gives possibilities to remedy the concern.”
July 21, 2025
“Always the best, easy to talk to”
July 20, 2025
“I often suggest Naz family practice to others”
July 20, 2025
“Great guy”
July 19, 2025
“Great people”
July 19, 2025
“Their concern was genuine and they were very helpful”
July 17, 2025
“Dr Pogo is the best. His people do a good job. You may think of medicine as a business but as a patient in need of help I do not and I feel strongly neither would you.”
July 16, 2025
“Dr. Pogo is very thorough and answered all my questions, especially regarding my recent weight gain and higher blood pressure.”
July 14, 2025
“I wouldn't go anywhere else!”
July 14, 2025
“Pogo is just outstanding.”
July 14, 2025
“Dr. Pogo is excellentalways time to answer questions; and, with great explanations! So happy to have him as my PCP!”
July 6, 2025
“Dr. Pogodzinski and the nurse showed genuine concern during the visit. Both listened to my concerns and questions and followed up with answers and additional advice.”
June 30, 2025
“Everyone is super nice and considerate. Love Dr.P and his nurse. Don't know her name, but she is great. Dr. P really cares about you”
June 29, 2025
“Excellent”
June 29, 2025
“The very best care one could expect from a doctor.”
June 28, 2025
“Dr Pogozynski is always very professional and explains things very well, takes time to listen to what I have to say about my body and symptoms which I feel is very important. Dr Pogozynski has been one of the best providers I have ever had and I travel approx 45 min to my appts just to see him, he is awesome. He and his office are also very responsible when I send him questions/messages through MyChart. He's a great asset to St Lukes.”
June 20, 2025
“Awesome Dr. And nurses”
June 15, 2025
“Good experience”
June 13, 2025
“Dr Pogodzinski listened carefully to an issue I was having and gave me a prescription that we both agreed on to help solve it.”
June 10, 2025
“Dr. Pogo is a very good Doctor. He listens and explains anything you ask him. Been my Dr. A very long time and want to keep it that way. Knows everything about me and has all my records. Very nice guy.”
June 9, 2025
“Always good . I've never had a bad experience with the office or Dr. Pogo”
June 9, 2025
“It's always a great experience to visit Dr. Pogo. He makes me feel comfortable. I am grateful that he is my doctor.”
June 8, 2025
“Great Experience”
June 7, 2025
“Dr. Chris Pogodzinski has been my family Doctor for quite sometime. My family and I are fortunate to have a medical doctor who not only helps us with our medical problems but does it in a way that shows he not only cares about his patients but also cares about his profession. We are blessed.”
May 22, 2025
“Everyone that I came in contact with was very pleasant and helpful”
May 16, 2025
“Dr. Pogodzinski has been my physician for many years and continues to have my utmost confidence in his ability to diagnose medical problems and treat them effectively.”
May 12, 2025
“Always have a wonderful, caring experience when visiting this provider. Have been a patient for 22 years. Everyone Is kind, thoughtful, thorough and relaxing.”
May 12, 2025
“This was our first visit with Dr. Pogo as we were switching from another practice. We were warmly welcomed by the receptionist and the nursing staff. I was very impressed with the way Dr. Pogo spoke directly to my teenage son and took time to ask questions to get to know a little about him and his interests. He was thorough in going through his health history and records and the appointment did not feel at all rushed. He even gave him advice as a new driver. Leaving the appointment, II am very happy with our choice to join this practice.”
May 11, 2025
“Very good experience. My doctor and I communicate easily. He is awesome.”
May 6, 2025
“I've always been treated with respect and kindness. My doctor listens to my questions and provides me with answers that I can understand.”
May 5, 2025
“We find Dr. Pogo to be extremely thorough and pleasant. Happy we found him!!”
May 5, 2025
“I can't say enough about Dr. Pogo, his staff and the care I received while there for my initial routine check-up!”
May 5, 2025
“Dr. Pogodzinski was thorough, calm and compassionate, as he is during every visit. I appreciated his care and the illness (a cough) has improved significantly.”
April 27, 2025
“Dr Pogo is the best”
April 26, 2025
“Meeting with Dr. Pogadzinski and staff could not be better. I have full confidence in this office. Professional, courtier, friendly, personable, caring and always responsive in a timely manner”
April 25, 2025
“Always a good experience. Provider knows my health issues.”
April 24, 2025
“On your scale of 1 to 10 Dr. Pogodzinski is a strong 22. (Supra Summa cum Laude in all categories).”
April 23, 2025
“Dr. Pogodzinsk really cares about his patients. He is the best family doctorOffice staff are friendly”
April 23, 2025
“Dr. Pogo and St. Lukes provides excellent service and care.”
April 22, 2025
“Everything was perfect”
April 21, 2025
“I (and my family) have been under Dr. Pogo's care for 28 years. He is both an intelligent person and physician. Care from Dr Pogo has been consistently excellent. During my most recent visit I transitioned from BCBSIL insurance (I retired) to Medicare, Humana, AblePay and Cigna. The person I dealt with at the front desk was excellent. She took all my cards, entered all the information and returned the cards to me in the waiting room. She also answered a question I had about copays. So the entire experience was positive and professional.”
April 21, 2025
“Dr Pogo always listens to me and answers any questions I might have. I've been very satisfied with his care over the last 10 years.”
April 16, 2025
“I always have a good experience, Dr. Pogodizinski is the best, and his staff is always good to me.”
April 16, 2025
“Dr Pogo is a great guy. He is always extremely helpful and kind. He has really helped me to start to better myself. I owe him for all he has helped me with. If you get to see this, thank you Dr. Pogo!”
April 11, 2025
“This was my first appointment with the doctor to get established as a patient.”
April 10, 2025
“Great experience”
April 10, 2025
“Dr Pogo is very thorough and has a great bedside manner. Highly recommend him.”
April 8, 2025
“I love seeing Dr. Pogo and the rest of the staff. He has been my doctor for my entire life and I am confident in his knowledge of my health and history, as well as the other doctors and CRNP at his practice.”
April 7, 2025
“Just keep doing what you are doing.”
April 7, 2025
“The best”
April 7, 2025
“Dr pogo is the best always listens and knows the answer to all my questions”
April 6, 2025
“This Dr. Always seems to be on target with all my health issues.”
April 5, 2025
“I would have given the doctor a15 rating if I could. He is well-versed in all aspects of medicine. Which is a big plus.”
April 5, 2025
“Although we are fairly new patients of Dr. Pogodzinski, we are so pleased that we have found him and pray he does not retire for a long time.”
April 4, 2025
“Everyone in the office was helpful and polite.”
April 4, 2025
“Dr. Pogodzinski took the time to listen to my concerns and talk through them with me. He helped me create a plan that I felt comfortable with. I feel supported by Dr. Pogo and his office.”
March 22, 2025
“Dr. Pogo is the absolute best doctor. So glad to have him for my medical care.”
March 18, 2025
“Dr Pogo spent a great deal of time discussing a concern of mine. His manner and caring are so comforting.”
March 15, 2025
“I have complete confidence in Dr.Pogo's expertise and professionalism.”
March 13, 2025
“Office staff, practitioners, doctors are very welcoming at this office.”
March 13, 2025
“Dr. Pogo is very caring and knowledgeable!”
March 10, 2025
“Great Doctor and Staff”
March 9, 2025
“Dr Pogo is a caring kind knowledgeable physician”
March 9, 2025
“This visit was a pre op authorization, which was discussed thoroughly considering some concerning blood test results. Dr pogo explained the risks of my surgery weighed against the necessity to correct a very aggravating back issue.After consultation with my hematologist my operation was approved to my pleasure”
February 28, 2025
“Have ALWAYS received excellent care from Dr. Pogodzinski. Have recommended him to family members.”
February 27, 2025
“Great office / Great doctor”
February 23, 2025
“I've been seeing Dr. Pogo for close to 25 years and I've always had a good visit with him and he has performed his job very well.I have family members that you have seen him as well and we all like him very much”
February 22, 2025
“My primary care doctor is doing an excellent job.”
February 20, 2025
“My pastvsurvey must of been followed up on as my emails on my app are being followed up on in real time”
February 20, 2025
“Dr. Pogodzinski is the best doctor I have ever had in my 67 years of life! You are very lucky to be associated with him! This is The Doctor Who Put The "Family Doctor”
February 17, 2025
“Dr. Pogodzinski is one of the best doctors out there. He truly cares. Asks incredibly caring questions.”
February 16, 2025
“Dr. Pogo is a true asset to St. Luke's!”
February 15, 2025
“Always provides excellent care with medical review /advice!! Duplicate him!!!!!!”
February 14, 2025
“Very knowledgeable, patient, upbeat, positive, and very easy to understand.”
February 9, 2025
“Dr. Pogo and staff make me feel comfortable. The waiting room, offices and examination rooms are neat and clean. When I go for an appointment, they make me feel like I'm their only patient. Always a good experience.”
February 7, 2025
“Dr. Pogo is the finest primary care physician in the entire area. Any physician should model their practice (including staff) after this man”
February 7, 2025
“My doctor is one the best doctors. I recommend him to friends/family . He is very prompt on answering any questions that I may have and concerns”
February 5, 2025
“Christopher M Pogodzinski, MD is Easy to talk to.”
February 3, 2025
“Dr. Pogodzinski and his office have given me the best care I could hope for!”
January 31, 2025
“Dr Pogodzinski. Is the Best !”
January 31, 2025
“Everyone was very professional and courteous. A very excellent doctor and staff at the office of Christopher M Pogodzinski, MD”
January 31, 2025
“Good”
January 29, 2025
“Dr Pogodzinski did answer all my questions honestly. He asked me a lot of questions very easy to talk with”
January 26, 2025
“My wife Adele believes that Dr Pogo is the best Dr that has ever taken care of her. When she needs him, he is always available. He explains to her and me in plain English so that we understand what is going on . Dr. POGO IS A TRUE SAINT !!!”
January 24, 2025
“Dr. Pogodzinski and staff are excellent! Trust him with my life.”
January 16, 2025
“I always have a good experience at Dr. Pogo's office. I have been going here for over 10 years and I am always very satisfied with the care that I receive from the nurses and doctor.”
January 14, 2025
“Dr. Pogodzinski's depth of knowledge and ability to explain things clearly always impresses me. I trust him completely, and would highly recommend him to anyone.”
January 10, 2025
“Christopher M Pogodzinski, MD Exceptional physician, I'm fortunate to have such a great physician and support group.”
January 8, 2025
“My first visit. Very impressed and pleased with doctor Christopher M Pogodzinski, MD & staff.”
January 7, 2025
“This was our first visit with Dr. Pogodzinski and were extremely pleased!”
January 6, 2025
“.Good visit with Christopher M Pogodzinski, MD”
January 4, 2025
“Dr Pogo is the best. Compassionate and always listens to my concerns.”
January 1, 2025
“From the time my wife and I entered the office until we left, everyone we spoke to was very professional, friendly and helpful. My wife and I feel most fortunate that Dr Pogodzinski accepted us as new patients.”
December 30, 2024
“I have always received good service at this office of Christopher M Pogodzinski, MD”
December 22, 2024
“Dr. Pogo is the best Dr. I ever had. I trust him completely.”
December 20, 2024
“Dr Pogo and his staff are the best!”
December 19, 2024
“Christopher M Pogodzinski, MD Just keep doing what you are doing”
December 18, 2024
“Never bad with Christopher M Pogodzinski, MD ! Everyone is sufficient and friendly”
December 16, 2024
“I have been seeing Dr. Pogo for many years. He listens well and seems concerned for my health and well being. He always gives me time and shares his thoughts on my health.”
December 15, 2024
“I am always comfortable with my visits to see Dr. Pogo. He is patient and compassionate and always helps me.”
December 15, 2024
“Dr. Pogodzinski is a compassionate and knowledgeable doctor. He addresses all of my medical concerns thoroughly.”
December 14, 2024
“Very good experience with Christopher M Pogodzinski, MD”
December 13, 2024
“The nurse is great what a personality Dr Pogo is the best doctor I have had”
December 7, 2024
“Everything went very smoothly”
December 6, 2024
“I always receive excellent care from everyone at Nazareth”
November 29, 2024
“Six check up with Christopher M Pogodzinski. MDs check up with No issues”
November 28, 2024
“Dr Pogo always is knowledgeable and gracious in answering questions or concerns. One of the best!”
November 25, 2024
“Have a great rapport with Dr Pogo”
November 24, 2024
“While an office appointment was not immediately available, the provider reviewed test results through MyChart and was able to order follow up tests. Then, I was able to come in for a visit due to a cancellation. Overall, I was able to get the care I needed promptly from Christopher M Pogodzinski, MD”
November 19, 2024
“Very caring physician!”
November 16, 2024
“I am elated that Dr. Pogo is my PCP. He is personable, professional, and very knowledgeableabsolutely an asset to St. Luke's health care team!”
November 16, 2024
“Dr. Pogodzinski, MD is an excellent doctor. He listens to what you're feeling & your troubles of what you think you have. He follows through. If something is really wrong he will pick up the phone & call you!”
November 15, 2024
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November 15, 2024
“In addition to Dr. Pogo, who is patient, kind and caring I would like to comment that (Name) was absolutely the same. She made me so comfortable.”
November 11, 2024
“Dr. Pogo is by far the BEST doctor I have ever seen in all of my 66 years of life! I say this from the bottom of my heart if he would ever leave, my whole family would be devastated.”
November 6, 2024
“Dr pogo is the finest caregiver anyone could ever possibly ask for. He is brilliant in many aspects of medicine. He is very smart beyond his years. He should be recognized by St Luke's as physion of the year.”
November 3, 2024
“I always feel better after a visit with Dr. Pogo and have a solution to the problem. This last time the nams and address of a specialist.”
November 2, 2024
“Dr Pogo is the best do not lose him”
October 26, 2024
“Won't go anywhere else. Dr. Pogodzinski is an amazing ohysican”
October 25, 2024
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October 22, 2024
“Dr Pogodzinski and his staff are exceptional . I have referred many people I know to this office and this doctor .”
October 21, 2024
“Dr. Pogo squeezed me in between patients when I needed to see him, and I really appreciate that he did. I am very happy that he is my PCP and has been for many years. Thank you Dr. Pogo”
October 20, 2024
“Christopher M Pogodzinski, MD is Always there to help. Answering all my questions and concerns.”
October 19, 2024
“General annual physical. Everything was completed timely and issues were discussed. I already have my appointment for next year. I've been going to Dr. Pogo for many years now and am very happy with the quality of care and quality of the staff.”
October 18, 2024
“Always a positive visit with Dr. Pogo. I won't go to any other Dr”
October 16, 2024
“Dr. Pogodzinski is the best!”
October 15, 2024
“Dr. Pogo is always quick to respond and attentive to my concerns. First class.”
October 12, 2024
“Dr Pogo and entire care team are excellent!”
October 11, 2024
“Dr. Pogodzinski and staff are always excellent; professional, caring, personable, thorough and competent!”
October 10, 2024
“My last visit with Dr Pogodzinski he was friendly and courteous, and always makes me feel very comfortable In his office. He listens when I present any problems I may be having and explains to me what his prognosis Is and how I can deal with these Issues. I am always Impressed with his vast medical knowledge regarding any Issues I may be dealing with. His friendly demeanor always makes me feel at ease. He's an excellent family physician and I'm he's my doctor.”
October 3, 2024
“Dr Pogo is very personable and knowledgeable about my health, and all medical issues. I have 100% trust in him, which is why I have kept him as my personal physician even after moving to Pennsburg. I will gladly make the drive to meet/consult with him. The St Lukes online health network is a great resource to use to remove the physical distance between my house and the doctor's office as well. I am very happy with Dr Pogo and St Lukes medical.....keep up the good work!”
September 23, 2024
“Pogo is the best. Very knowledgeable and a great listener. Experience as an athlete and lifter makes it easier to put together a personal exercise program for better health. Highly recommend.”
September 23, 2024
“Christopher M Pogodzinski, MD The whole office was excellent”
September 21, 2024
“Always feel better after these visits.”
September 15, 2024
“Dr Pogo is the best. His office is always good to work with.”
September 15, 2024
5.0 RATING
“Dr Pogo is always awesome! Very thorough and easy to talk with”
July 28, 2025