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Douglas A. Degler, MD

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Internal Medicine, Hospice and Palliative Medicine
272-212-2141

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St. Luke's Internal Medicine - Lifeline Road
208 Lifeline Road
Suite 202
Stroudsburg, PA 18360
272-212-2141
833-329-4038

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Douglas Degler, MD
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About Me

I completed my undergraduate degree in biology from Arcadia University in 1991.  I received an Army scholarship and earned my medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1995.  From there I completed my Internal Medicine internship and residency at Madigan Army Medical Center, Ft. Lewis WA; and went on to fulfill my military obligation at Womack Army Medical Center, Ft. Bragg NC.

I was born and raised in Berks County and moved back to Pennsylvania after my military career in order to raise my children closer to family.  I chose primary care because I wanted to develop longstanding relationships with my patients.  I enjoy being able to really get to know my patients and I think that helps me to take better care of them.  I do my best to encourage my patients to eat right, exercise, optimize weight, and get enough rest in order to improve or maintain good health.  I have been practicing internal medicine with St. Luke's Medical Associates of Monroe County in East Stroudsburg since 2002.

I am board certified in Hospice and Palliative Care Medicine. I believe it is important to address end of life care plans with my patients and help to make an appropriate transition between aggressive treatments and control of pain and suffering.  Many times the quality of life is more important than the quantity of life. 

My personal time is spent with my wife and three kids. I enjoy the outdoors and love to ski, mountain bike and compete in triathlons.  I plan to fulfill a long time goal by completing an Ironman Triathlon.

 

Education

Georgetown University School of Medicine, 1995
Madigan Army Medical Center, 1995 - 1996
Madigan Army Medical Center, 1996 - 1998
Presidio of San Francisco, 1995 - 1998

Ratings & Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions from our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of St. Luke’s University Health Network.

 

Overall Score

5 out of 5
335 ratings , 100 reviews

Patient Reviews

02/19/2024
Dr. Degler is the absolute best PCP I've ever had. A consummate professional.

02/17/2024
Dr Degler saved my life. Literally.

02/17/2024
Dr Degler has been my primary dr for 19 years. He is a very caring doctor and try's to help his patients with any concerns.

02/16/2024
I had very serious medical episode,it was diagnosed quickly a correctly. He ordered tests I needed and expedited appointments for me at differ ent locations. I spent the night In emergency room In the am Dr Degler came In reviewed my Issue and helped arrange for medication. I had an issue a few days later he responded immediately to my question . He is the consummate professional, extremely bright and compassionate.

02/14/2024
The doctor spent plenty of time with me and discussed my health.

02/12/2024
My experience have never been negative when visiting my provider.

02/11/2024
Dr. Degler and his staff are amazing! We are thrilled with the care we receive from the entire staff.

02/11/2024
Dr.Degler is a caring and compassionate doctor who always listens carefully to what I have to say!

02/08/2024
I am so blessed to have Dr. Degler as my primary health care provider. He is kind, caring, friendly, and professional. Dr. Degler shared the results of my blood work and areas of concern that need further care by a specialist. He was so thorough and answered all my questions. St. Luke's Is so fortunate to have a high quality Doctor like Dr. Degler. Thank you for your exceptional care! With gratitude,(Name)

02/08/2024
I'm very satisfied with the medical care provided by Dr. Degler.

02/05/2024
Always a great experience - Dr. Degler has always been kind, considerate, compassionate, listens carefully, makes time for my concerns; offers sensible, understandable suggestions. Outstanding doctor.

02/04/2024
It was a very good experience

02/03/2024
Dr. Degler is an outstanding Doctor and I would recommend him to my friends and others needing medical care without reservation. He is very knowledgeable, courteous, patient and a true professional.

01/27/2024
Dr.Degler is Fantastic!! The new office was lovely, the staff delightful. I have recommended him multiple times to family and friends.

01/23/2024
Dr degler is awesome

01/23/2024
Dr. Degler is an excellent health care provider. He listens, asks questions and thoroughly explains things. He has his patient's best Interests at heart. He is up to date and well informed on all things medical. He is kind, compassionate and caring. I trust Dr. Degler with my life. Plus, he visits his patients in the hospital. He also answers his messages on My Chart efficiently.

01/22/2024
Dr. said everything that needed to be said.

01/21/2024
DR. D. DEGLER IS GREAT HE WAS MY FLAMILY DOCTOR WHEN WE FIRST MOVED TO THE AREA IN THE LATE 1990s. HOWEVER WE HAD TO MOVE BACK TO NYC IN 2016. WE JUST MOVED BACK TO PA AND FOUND THAT DR. DEGLER WAS ABLE TO AGAIN USE THIM AS OUR PRIMARY DOCTOR.

01/19/2024
Dr. Degler is the best! I'm so grateful that he "gets it" and actually listens to me and helps me. He does not make assumptions; he is genuine and kind. I am beyond grateful to have him in my corner! I call on him often for his expertise and knowledge, and he never gives up assisting me with symptoms or problems. I value and respect him as my physician and I'm super lucky to have him as the facilitator of my care team! THANK YOU!!!

01/18/2024
This provider is great at diagnosing !

01/18/2024
Dr. Degler is excellent .

01/11/2024
First visit with Dr Degler since my previous doctor retired in August. Very happy with him so far. He sat back in his chair and listened to everything I said and explained what he thought about it. And that we will make these decisions together

01/08/2024
Been seeing Dr. Degler for years only because he is the best you have.....best hang on to him

01/06/2024
I always feel comfortable addressing any medical or mental concerns with my doctor as he is a good listener, is patient and a very compassionate individual.

12/25/2023
Dr. Degler is also my father's, husband's, children's and their family physician. He helped me understand my responsibilities as my father's care giver.

12/25/2023
Ver good

12/23/2023
Dr Degler is always concerned and understanding

12/23/2023
Excellent physician travel from NJ wish I could find another dr closer to home as great as dr Degler

12/15/2023
All St. Luke's doctors should emulate Dr. Degler. Best doctor on staff.

12/14/2023
Glad to have Dr. Degler as our primary physician. He is a great physician especially backed up by the St. Luke's network

12/14/2023
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12/14/2023
I always have a good experience with my doctors. That's why I choose saint luke's and always will

12/11/2023
In very pleased n confident in the care from Dr Degler. He is professional and responsive and his recommendations concerning my health maintenance is outstanding.

12/11/2023
Dr Degler always answers all my questions in a way that I can understand. He is an excellent Dr and I recommend anyone going to him.

12/10/2023
Excellent Dr , always very well informed, patient & willing to listen.

12/09/2023
All good

12/07/2023
Dr. Degler is the very best and grateful to have him as my primary care person for everything.

12/05/2023
All good experiences.

12/01/2023
Dr Degler It's always prepared it. His medical knowledge is excellent. His demeanor, very pleasant, and his approach collaborative. I always feel that I am the best possible hands when I am in his care.

12/01/2023
Excellent Doctor!

12/01/2023
Excellent Physician

11/26/2023
Excellent care all around!

11/22/2023
I am happy with medical advice from Dr. Degler.

11/19/2023
Excellent as always,

11/18/2023
The complete visit was excellent!!!

11/17/2023
Excellent experience.

11/17/2023
Dr Degler is an amazing physician... My experiences with his office are the best you can find. He really is my "Coach", as I hope to be one of the Super Agers and he will see that I attain those goals needed.

11/17/2023
Dr. Degler is the best!!!!! (Etc.)

11/15/2023
All good

11/15/2023
Great Doctor

11/12/2023
Dr. Degler is a very knowledgeable, caring and compassionate doctor. He is well informed on changes in meds, etc. Dr. Degler always listens to me and makes me feel confident in choices I make for myself with his guidance and expertise. I am so happy I have been his patient for the last 18 years.

11/12/2023
Dr. Degler is always excellent. Spends the necessary time and provides easy to understand answers to questions. He provides clear recommendations with regard to my health issues.

11/12/2023
Always a good experience.

11/11/2023
Dr. Degler is a rarity these days - a physician who is not only intelligent, well-trained and well-informed, he looks at the patient in a "wholistic" sense. That is, he sees the health issues not in terms of tests, symptoms and medications, but in terms of the whole person (including emotions etc). I am most grateful to be able to have Dr. Degler as my PCP. In general I dread walking into any medical facility. However I always walk out of Dr. Degler's consults feeling better than when I walked in.

11/11/2023
Dr. Degler is an excellent HCP. He is always up to date on the latest studies and uses this information to deliver care. He listens and is patient. I feel extremely comfortable with Dr. Degler and the care he provides. Best of the Best!

11/10/2023
I am on the road to recovery thanks to Dr Degler's reccomendations.

11/09/2023
Dr. Degler is always professional, friendly, knowledgeable and reliable. I am thankful to be his patient.

11/05/2023
I cannot imagine any physician having more knowledge or a better bedside manner than Dr. Degler and feel privileged to be one of his patients.

11/05/2023
Dr. Degler has to be the best PCP in the entire area. He's been my doctor for many years. This past year I have had many unusual health issues, and he was right by my side during the entire ordeal. He is a true, caring and dedicated doctor that is there for his patients always. I have a good connection with him and that it important, especially if your health is in jeopardy. When he is unavailable for some reason, I see his staff and they are just as amazing! This is a phenomenal team and so dedicated. I wouldn't want any other team when it comes to my health and well being.

11/03/2023
Dr. Degler is an amazing Doctor. Kind, caring, smart and very knowledgeable.He treats the whole person and truly listens.

11/03/2023
Dr. Degler is PHENOMENAL!!!!!!

10/29/2023
Dr Degler and his team are nothing but professional and curtious

10/28/2023
From the phone call to make the appt, to walking in the door, I was addressed promptly,professionally and kindly. Dr Degler is not only a leader in his field but the time he spent with me, reviewing my history and future goals for health, made me feel like I was the only patient he had for the day. And we all know that with healthcare, everyone is busy, bet he did not make me feel like he was. He is a rare gem in the healthcare industry. They don't make them like Dr Degler anymore. I am truly grateful and blessed to have him as my doctor. This practice is not in my tier 1 insurance plan, so I pay extra to see him. It's 100% worth every extra dollar.

10/27/2023
Very good experience.

10/27/2023
I've always had good experiences with this provider and his staff.

10/25/2023
I am very pleased with my healthcare providers.

10/25/2023
As always Dr Degler listens to me and explains everything to me

10/25/2023
Excellent provider

10/24/2023
Positive visit, no bad experiences

10/24/2023
Love the care I get at St. Lukes and Dr. Degler is the best!

10/24/2023
All experience with doctors and staff were positive.

10/24/2023
Thank you, Dr. Degler and Nikki Cravens, for your excellent care. I'm so sorry to be leaving the area and losing you for my medical care. You are the best!!

10/24/2023
Always dealt with very courteous staff - Dr Degler has NEVER rushed through our examinations - takes the time to listen and explain - shows true concern for my health and welfare.

10/20/2023
Dr. Degler gave my concerns ample time and I enjoyed his advice and counsel.

10/19/2023
Always the best care.

10/19/2023
Doctor is very professional and has an underlying warmth that I appreciate.

08/16/2023
Good visit. We joke about Dr Degler being like Doctor House from tv fame.

08/05/2023
Dr Degler is an excellent clinician and I'm very happy that he is part of my health care team.

08/03/2023
I am very grateful that Dr. Degler is my physician.

08/03/2023
Good

08/01/2023
Dr. Degler is the best. Professional, kind, considerate.

07/29/2023
Dr. Degler and his staff are excellent. I always feel very comfortable going there.

07/28/2023
Dr. Degler is the consummate professional and listened to my health concerns and gave very understandable explanations. He is a credit to his profession and I greatly appreciate being his patient.

07/28/2023
Dr. Degler is the BEST!

07/20/2023
Fabulous facility. Very friendly and professional. Dr. Degler is the best!

07/20/2023
I always seem to receive excellent care at St. Luke's.

07/14/2023
Awesome appointment with Dr. Deglar, thorough, compassionate and caring. Listens intently, follows-trhu. I know I am being cared for.

07/14/2023
I always walk out of the office with a smile.Dr. Degler Is wonderful, caring and just a delightful.

07/08/2023
Great experience

07/07/2023
Dr Degler is the best. Always knows what is going on with me medically. Answers all my questions and treats me with respect.

07/06/2023
DR.DOUGLAS WAS GREAT!

07/05/2023
Dr. Degler is the best possible physician for me and I truly only trust him to facilitate my care. He listens to me and respects what I have to say. Others I have gone to or been sent to do not truly listen, they sometimes make inaccurate assumptions, and seem to not really care to help me feel better. Dr. Degler is the opposite and the epitome of what an excellent and kind physician ishe always finds a way to help me out with feeling better and he doesn't give up and make me suffer. He looks in to things, tries new solutions, and understands. I am extremely grateful to be under his care.

07/01/2023
Dr Degler is AWESOME!!!

06/26/2023
My appointments with Dr Degler are always stress free because his professional , patient friendly manner allows you to feel as if you are his most important patient at the moment which makes it easy to discuss medical issues with him. I'm very fortunate to have him as my doctor for the last 10 plus years.

06/24/2023
Great team ! Always kind and considerate.

06/24/2023
Very satisfied

06/23/2023
Staff from the previous offices on Brown Street appear to be upbeat to be in this new location.

06/21/2023
*Dr. Degler is the best doctor ever!

06/20/2023
*Dr. Degler is wonderful! He's very easy to talk and I trust my health with him.

06/17/2023
Wonderful caring gifted physician Dr DeglerTotally engaged , prepared and ready to assess my physical issues and astute at understanding the emotional, psycho, physical implications on my overall health! A true blessing