Wilkes-Barre native returns to area to join family medicine practice at Geisinger - Kistler Clinic
Originally from Hanover, Dr. Werner is returning to Wilkes-Barre after attending medical school out of the area. Board certified in family medicine, Dr. Werner earned her medical degree with a concentration in women’s health at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. She completed her residency in family medicine as well as a fellowship in geriatric health at Palmetto Health in Columbia, South Carolina.
An advocate against domestic violence, Dr. Werner conducted several research projects on understanding behavioral changes in female victims of domestic violence while serving as a research assistant at Magee Women’s Research Institute in Pittsburgh. She also spent time volunteering as a domestic violence medical advocate volunteer at the Women's Center and Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh.
Recognizing the importance of community service, Dr. Werner worked as a volunteer physician at the local free medical clinic while living in Columbia. She looks forward to getting involved with the Wilkes-Barre community in a similar way.
Dr. Werner currently resides in Wilkes-Barre.
Dr. Werner is now welcoming new patients at Geisinger–Kistler Clinic at 175 S. Wilkes-Barre Blvd. To schedule an appointment, please call 829-2621 or visit www.geisinger.org/kistler.