Bonnie L. Patek, DO

Gastroenterology (GI)

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Overview

Languages spoken

  • English

About

Philosophy of care

For health to work, it truly needs to be individualized and centered on you. Everyone is different and it's hard to fit everyone into a medical textbook mold. I believe many things can be achieved by understanding disease processes, and sometimes less is more. Medications and procedures all have risks and benefits and deciding what truly needs to be prescribed or done is a discussion between me and you. Just because something can be done doesn't always mean it's what should be done.

Why I entered medicine

I entered medicine to help people take control of their health, feel empowered and make positive life changes based on informed decisions with me as a guide. Understanding the human body is challenging and it’s my job to translate all the medical jargon so you understand what is happening to you, why it is happening and what options you have. I've always viewed medicine as a partnership with patients and not a dictatorship; most people enjoy being in control of their own bodies and health.

Personal interests

I spend most of my free time outside with my husband and daughters hiking, biking, jogging or snowboarding and just living and being in the moment.

Education

Undergraduate
 University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, BS - Microbiology, 2009

Medical Training
 Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, DO - Doctor of Osteopathy, 2014

Training

Internship 2015
 Internal Medicine, Lehigh Valley Health Network, Allentown, PA

Residency 2017
 Internal Medicine, Lehigh Valley Health Network, Allentown, PA

Fellowship 2020
 Gastroenterology, Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA

Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology