Robert S. Harkins, MD
4.9 out of 5
(189)
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Geisinger St. Luke's Orwigsburg Primary Care
Office Hours | |
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Monday | 8:00AM - 5:00PM |
Tuesday | 8:00AM - 5:00PM |
Wednesday | 8:00AM - 5:00PM |
Thursday | 8:00AM - 7:00PM |
Friday | 8:00AM - 3:00PM |
I have been a board-certified family doctor in Orwigsburg since 1987. I grew up in Coatesville, PA, graduated from Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia, and received my MD from Temple University School of Medicine. I did my family medicine residency at Reading Hospital.
I really believe that communicating with my patients is most important. I view myself not only as their primary care doctor, but also as a guide to help them understand and deal with both their physical health and the health care system. As a physician, I practice evidence-based medicine, and I believe it is very important for patients to be able to understand why things like medications or treatments are being recommended or prescribed. I always spend time encouraging patients to ask questions, and to do the things that they can do to help themselves.
Outside of work, I enjoy time with my wife and three (grown) children, playing tennis, traveling and exploring new places.
Specialties
- Family Medicine
Medical School
The Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, 1984
Internship
Reading Hospital and Medical Center, 1984 - 1985
Residency
Reading Hospital and Medical Center, 1984 - 1987
This provider has 74 total patient reviews
“Love Dr Harkins!”
6/12/2024
“Appointment wasn't rushed. Doctor Harkins takes the time talking to me before the actual physical appointment starts. Very thorough and caring!”
6/8/2024
“As usual, Dr. Harkins performed his job thoroughly and professionally.”
6/7/2024
“The is the first time I had an appointment with Dr. Harkins. He made me feel very comfortable and explained all my concerns.”
5/28/2024
“Excellent provider!”
5/20/2024
“I was having a problem with dizziness and Dr. Harkins was very helpful.”
5/20/2024
“Dr. Harkins is always very thorough.”
5/19/2024
“Dr. Harkins provides professional, compassionate care to his patients.”
5/19/2024
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5/11/2024
“Always get good care.”
5/10/2024
“Good as usual.”
5/5/2024
“It was all good as usual.”
5/4/2024
“Dr. Harkins is an excellent doctor. He is friendly, takes time to explain things, and seems like he truly cares about his patients.”
4/30/2024
“Always have good experiences at this office”
4/29/2024
“This office visit had been scheduled 3 times, each time I had a fall that required hospitalization and rehabilitation, so we had to cancel and reschedule, the scheduler was very thoughtful and helped with each cancellation and reschedule. She also remembered these episodes and was very kind.”
4/29/2024
“Todo fue excelente”
4/27/2024
“Good communication, asked questions and he answered them. All good.”
4/27/2024
“Very pleased with this doctor”
4/24/2024
“He was well informed of my medical history. Took time before appointment to familiarize himself about my medical condition”
4/22/2024
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“New pt at Dr Harkins Practice-Got in In a day! Really like the old fashioned atmosphere of his Practice- small and comforting like old days! Dr Harkins was an excellent educator as well answering all my concerns- Thank you St Luke's!”
6/17/2024