Katherine M. Penetar, CRNP, DNP
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) information
Cardiothoracic Surgery
LVPG Clinicianinformation
Overview
Languages spoken
- English
About
Philosophy of care
My philosophy is centered on compassion and treating patients as a whole. I believe in collaborating closely and prioritizing education to empower you to make informed decisions about your health.
Why I entered medicine
From a young age, I was drawn to helping others and inspired by the many family members who chose a nursing career. Becoming a nurse practitioner has allowed me to combine that legacy with my passion for science, lifelong learning and patient care.
Personal interests
My interests include time with my family, exploring new places through travel and outdoor activities.
Education
Undergraduate
University of North Carolina, BSN - Bachelor of Science in Nursing, 2011
Graduate
Temple University, DNP - Doctorate of Nursing Practice, 2016
Publications & Clinical Trials
1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd
Suite 310
Allentown, PA 18103-6381
United States
2649 Schoenersville Road
Suite 104
Bethlehem, PA 18017-7317
United States
Conditions Treated
- Angina and Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Stenosis
- Aortic Valve Disease
- Atherosclerosis (blocked arteries)
- Atrial Septal Defect (ASD, hole in heart)
- Bicuspid Aortic Valve Disease
- Blunt Traumatic Tear of the Aorta
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Cardiomegaly (Enlarged Heart)
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Endocarditis
- Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
- Heart Disease
- Angina and Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Stenosis
- Aortic Valve Disease
- Atherosclerosis (blocked arteries)
- Atrial Septal Defect (ASD, hole in heart)
- Bicuspid Aortic Valve Disease
- Blunt Traumatic Tear of the Aorta
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Cardiomegaly (Enlarged Heart)
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Endocarditis
- Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
- Heart Disease
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
- Mitral Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Prolapse
- Myocarditis
- Pericardial Disease
- Pericardial Effusion
- Pleural Effusion
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Septal Defect
- Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm (TAA)
- Tricuspid Valve Disease
- Valve Disease
Services Offered
- Cardiothoracic Surgery (Heart and Lung Surgery)
- Critical Care Medicine
- Lung Cancer Surgery
- Lung Nodule Surgery
- Cardiothoracic Surgery (Heart and Lung Surgery)
- Critical Care Medicine
- Lung Cancer Surgery
- Lung Nodule Surgery
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