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Thomas Olenginski, MD, Rheumatology, Danville, PA

Thomas P. Olenginski MD FACP, FACR, CCD

[Pronunciation: Thomas P. Olenginski, MD]

Rheumatology•Danville, PA

Geriatric Rheumatology, Osteoporosis & Bone Metabolism, Rheumatoid Arthritis & Related

Department of Rheumatology Co-Director High Risk Osteoporosis Clinic; FLS Champion Distinguished Member Academy of Educators Key Faculty, Geisinger Rheumatology Fellowship- Osteoporosis Track Physician Lead, Geisinger DXA Services and BMD Committee

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  • 100 N Academy AveDanville, PA 17822

  • Phone+1 570-271-6416

  • Fax+1 570-271-5845

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Summary

  • Dr. Thomas Olenginski is a rheumatologist based in Danville, PA, specializing in geriatric rheumatology, osteoporosis, and rheumatoid arthritis. He completed his medical education at Pennsylvania State University, earning his MD magna cum laude in 1984, and pursued further training in internal medicine and rheumatology at Geisinger Health System. He has served as an attending physician at Geisinger since 2001 and held positions at various healthcare institutions, including clinical roles at Susquehanna Health System and Guthrie. Dr. Olenginski is well-versed in conditions such as systemic lupus erythematosus and vasculitis syndromes and has contributed significantly to osteoporosis care. His research publications have been widely cited, underscoring his impact in the field. Among his accolades, he received the Innovation in Clinical Care Award from the American College of Rheumatology in 2023.

Education & Training

  • Geisinger Health System
    Geisinger Health SystemFellowship, Rheumatology, 1989 - 1991
  • Geisinger Health System (Danville)
    Geisinger Health System (Danville)Residency, Internal Medicine, 1984 - 1987
  • Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine
    Pennsylvania State University College of MedicineClass of 1984, MD, Magna Cum Laude
  • Pennsylvania State University
    Pennsylvania State UniversityB.S, Pre-Medicine, Phi Beta Kappa, 1976 - 1980

Certifications & Licensure

  • PA State Medical License
    PA State Medical License 1985 - 2026
  • NY State Medical License
    NY State Medical License 1998 - 2002
  • Internal Medicine
    American Board of Internal Medicine Internal Medicine
  • Rheumatology
    American Board of Internal Medicine Rheumatology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Innovation in Clinical Care Award American College of Rheumatology, 2023
  • ACP Laureate Award Pennsylvania Eastern Region, 2019
  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 2 Certification EpicCare Ambulatory 2014 Certified EHR Suite, Epic Systems Corporation, 2011, 2013-2017

Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Does Hypothermia Protect Against Hypoxic-Ischemic Brain Damage?  
    Young RSK, Olenginski TP, Yagel SK, Towfighi J, Annals of Neurology
  • Cervical Spine Surgery in Rheumatoid Arthritis.  
    Olenginski TP, Perruquet JL, Harrington TM, Arthritis and Rheumatism
  • Improving osteoporosis diagnosis in rural-based patients using a mobile DXA program.  
    Newman ED, Olenginski TP, Hummel JT, Indeck CA, Wood GC, J Clin Densitom

Authored Content

  • ACR Convergence 2022 – PhiladelphiaNovember 2022

Press Mentions

  • The American Journal of Managed Care® Launches ‘An Introduction of a New Class for the Treatment of Bone Health’
    The American Journal of Managed Care® Launches ‘An Introduction of a New Class for the Treatment of Bone Health’June 24th, 2019
  • Most Gout Hospitalizations Are Preventable with Better Clinical Care
    Most Gout Hospitalizations Are Preventable with Better Clinical CareNovember 16th, 2014

Committees

  • Chairman, Bone Density Committee 2009 - Present

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