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Family MedicineMy name is Dr. Ortiz and I am a family medicine doctor. I am board certified in family medicine with the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians. One thing I love about family medicine, is that I can see and treat patients of all ages! In addition to standard primary care services, I also provide women’s health services, osteopathic manipulative medicine and lifestyle medicine education for my patients.
As an osteopathic physician, I take pride in the more holistic approach to patient care that our osteopathic training is known for. I am a local to the St. Luke’s University Health Network region, having grown up in the small town of New Tripoli, Pennsylvania. I completed my medical school training at Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in Blacksburg, Virginia, and returned to the Lehigh Valley to complete my residency in Family Medicine at St. Luke’s Anderson Campus.
It has been my passion to serve as a family doctor for a rural town in Pennsylvania and am thrilled to be invited to serve the Pottsville region with Geisinger St. Luke’s.
Outside of work, my fiancé and I enjoy hiking, live music, traveling, cooking and cheering on all Philadelphia sports teams!
school Education
Medical School
- Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine, 2020
Residency
- St. Luke's Hospital-Anderson Campus, 2020 - 2023
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.
“Nothing bad to say, great experience.”
July 28, 2025
“Much better care than my previous provider. Thank you Dr. Bavaria.”
July 20, 2025
“I enjoyed the skill and efficiency of my provider”
July 20, 2025
“Dr.Bavaria was very thorough in answering my questions.”
July 14, 2025
“Already recommended to someone”
July 13, 2025
“Already recommended to someone”
July 13, 2025
“Reviewed MRI results and discussed treatment and exam for sciatica”
July 2, 2025
“Pleasant visit with Michaela Ortiz”
June 28, 2025
“She was extremely professional and listened to everything I had to say and helped me figure out how to best tackle the issues at hand. I have already recommended her to one of my friends/coworkers”
June 23, 2025
“Dr. Bavaria is my new dr. As my old dr. Retired. She listens to me, answers my questions. Doesn't hurry or rush . I like her & have recommend her to my friends.”
June 15, 2025
“I was very impressed with my first visit with the doctorShe went over things from my records and listened to my concerns and made me very comfortable in our conversationand was responsive to my concerns..I am looking forward to having her as my primary physician..”
June 14, 2025
“From start to finish, my experience was exceptional. Everyone was friendly, and the provider I saw was very thorough and actually listened to me. She offered great advice and suggestions for my health concerns, and I felt that she truly cared. Most providers I've seen before this did not spend nearly as much time discussing my concerns.”
June 14, 2025
“Very good.”
June 8, 2025
“It was great service”
June 7, 2025
“This was the first time with this doctor and I am hoping for a good relationship with her”
June 7, 2025
“Professional primary care physician of high quality”
May 23, 2025
“I'm so glad that I switched pcp's to this doctor.”
May 19, 2025
“This was my first appointment and was very happy with how I was treated. I had to leave my last Dr because I was not being listen to. I have been so pleased with the care I have received at from all of St Lukes personal.”
May 15, 2025
“Dr.Bavaria is an excellent Physician. I highly recommend her.”
April 30, 2025
“Everything was great.”
April 21, 2025
“This was a new patient visit, I was very happy with the outcome.”
April 21, 2025
“New provider. Previous family Dr retired”
April 21, 2025
“General check-up & follow--up discussion about weight loss options.”
April 20, 2025
“Excellent experience.”
March 31, 2025
“I had just received a positive cologuard test. I came to talk to Dr. Bavaria about the next step. But she had already send a requested for a colonoscopy. She took the time to asnwer my questions and to calm my nerves.”
March 27, 2025
“Pleasant experience.”
March 20, 2025
“Seen in a timely manner and treated with respect and dignity.”
March 18, 2025
“I had a change in surgery dates that required a new pre-op screening. This provider scheduled one on short notice for me, and did a thorough job of making sure I was ready for my operation. 10/10 would recommend.”
March 17, 2025
“She was great, she actually listened to me and examined me”
March 10, 2025
“The doctor is great!!”
March 1, 2025
“Dr. Bavaria is a kind, knowledgeable doctor always willing to help. Since being her patient since May of 2025 and not seeing a doctor for years. She has improved my health 10 fold. Dr. Bavaria is one of the best at what she does.”
February 28, 2025
“Everything went extremely well...”
February 27, 2025
“Experience and care were very good. Provider took the time to listen and come up with a care plan.”
February 26, 2025
“Very positive interaction with this office”
February 22, 2025
“This was my first visit with a new doctor, she was very informative, made me feel like she cared about me as a person and reassured me .”
February 21, 2025
“She is absolutely fantastic. She listens and always answers questions. Probably one of the best doctors I've ever had the pleasure going to”
February 17, 2025
“My visit with Dr.Bavaria was exceptional. She already had much of my history and we even discussed my work history. That never happened before. We also discussed, going forward, options to treat my osteoporosis where a first attempt with my former PCP which was unsuccessful. Overall, an excellent first visit.”
February 12, 2025
“Dr Bavaria is a new PCP for me. Very nice, empathetic listener. Pleased with my visit & care.”
February 10, 2025
“First visit New patient”
February 6, 2025
“I had to find another doctor because mine was retiring. Dr. Bavaria was highly recommended and she will do very well for me.”
January 27, 2025
“This was my first visit with Dr. Bavaria. I need a new family doctor as mine is leaving her practice. Dr. Bavaria was recommended to me by a friend, and after my visit I can see why. She was professional, compassionate, attentive, and knowledgable.”
January 21, 2025
“It was a 6 month follow up. with Michaela Ortiz We discussed my recent blood test results and changed my prescription meds.”
January 13, 2025
“I am so pleased with Dr. Michaela ORTIZ That I have referred my son & sister which have started seeing her, & my nephew & brother-in-law soon to follow.”
January 7, 2025
“All good”
January 2, 2025
“Excellent service knowledgeable respectable kind”
December 30, 2024
“I was a new patient of Michaela Ortiz and very pleased with everyone at St. Luke's .”
December 24, 2024
“Dr. Ortiz is fabulous. She remembers my kids and their hobbies. She truly cares. She fought for a prior auth for a medication. I couldn't ask for a better physician. I'm so glad I found her.”
December 17, 2024
“Great experience with Michaela Ortiz”
December 12, 2024
“I saw Michaela Ortiz and she is a excellent doctor and look forward to working with her to get my health better. She took the time to listen and explained everything clearly”
December 12, 2024
“I had a very pleasant experience. I really liked the doctor MICHAELA ORTIZ and plan on keeping her as my PCP.”
December 10, 2024
“Dr. Ortiz was very attentive to my questions. She was very clear with her answers. The info she provided was detailed, clear and concise. Very good listener. Great doctor!”
December 6, 2024
“Excellent care. Great interaction with Dr Ortiz”
December 5, 2024
“I felt very welcomed, comforted and important.”
November 29, 2024
“Excelente”
November 29, 2024
“Dr Ortiz is an excellent Dr. Who is very intelligent , caring, kind and does the best for her patients.”
November 28, 2024
“I found Dr. Ortiz to be compassionate and understanding. I had been having difficulties with my previous primary care PA at the Pottsville Geisinger facility so I chose to look for a new primary care physician. Dr. Ortiz agreed to become my new primary care. I feel very comfortable with her and she took the time to listen to my concerns. It Is also Important to me that her office Is only 5 minutes away from my home. When I called to make an appointment to be seen, I was given an appointment the same day. I also found her to be friendly and personable. She Is also very knowledgeable .I believe I will be very happy with her care.”
November 22, 2024
“This doctor Michaela Ortiz is the best I have had in over 50 years. So understanding and really cares about her patients.”
November 18, 2024
“I haven't been to the doctor in years and was hesitant. I picked Dr.Ortiz because of location and availability in my time of medical needs. I couldn't be happier with the service and expertise that was provided”
October 30, 2024
“Dr. Ortiz is the best physician in all my years of dealing with doctors, and am more than happy to have found her. She is one special doctor.”
October 26, 2024
“Dr. Ortiz was great! She listened to me and let me know her thoughts. I will definitely see her again!”
October 22, 2024
“It was good visit with MICHAELA ORTIZ”
October 10, 2024
“Dr Ortiz is very thorough and thoughtful, professional, always responsive to chat messages. I have already referred her to family and friends”
October 5, 2024
5.0 RATING
“Great”
July 28, 2025