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Dr. Joseph Robert Harmon, MD

Accepting New Patients

(126 Ratings)

Specializes in: Obstetrics

Mercer University School of Medicine (2014)

Professional interests include: incontinence, transgender care, pelvic pain, and more.

1 GUTHRIE SQUARE
Sayre, PA 18840

(570) 888-5858

Dr. Joseph Robert Harmon, MD is an obstetrician in Sayre, PA specializing in obstetrics. He graduated from Mercer University School of Medicine in 2014 and has 10 years of experience. Dr. Joseph Robert Harmon, MD is affiliated with Guthrie, Guthrie Troy Community Hospital, Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital and GUTHRIE MEDICAL GROUP PC.

Office Locations

Address:

1 GUTHRIE SQUARE
Sayre, PA 18840

Address:

275 Guthrie Drive
Troy, PA 16947

Some issues Dr. Joseph Robert Harmon, MD can help you with:

Laparoscopic Surgery

Laparoscopic surgery is a kind of minimally invasive surgery using a thin, narrow tube called a laparoscope. Usually performed on the abdomen or the pelvic region, the surgeon makes a few very small incisions instead of one large one.

During the procedure, the surgeon inserts the laparoscope, which contains a light and camera that allows the surgeon to see what is happening inside the body. Then tiny tools are placed through the small openings and used to perform the surgery.

The most common laparoscopic surgery is gallbladder removal, but laparoscopic surgery may also be used for the removal of a kidney or appendix, to treat certain cysts and tumors, for bariatric surgery, for some GERD treatments, or for hernia repairs, among others.

Because laparoscopic surgery only uses a few tiny incisions, the scars are minimal and recovery is easier than with open surgery.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a common endocrine disorder that causes symptoms such as acne, facial hair, and weight gain. It is often diagnosed when patients experience problems getting pregnant, because PCOS can interfere with ovulation. There is no cure for PCOS, but there are effective treatments that can lessen the severity of the symptoms.

Despite the name, not everyone with polycystic ovarian syndrome develops cysts on their ovaries. It is also possible to have ovarian cysts without having PCOS. The symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome are actually related to insulin resistance, a condition where the insulin made by the body is not effectively recognized by the cells. This causes the pancreas to release higher levels of insulin in order to keep blood sugar levels stable, and the excess insulin interferes with hormone production in the pituitary and ovaries, causing the PCOS symptoms.

The symptoms of PCOS include:

Weight gain
Acne
Facial or body hair
Thinning head hair
Missing or irregular periods
Infertility

PCOS is a syndrome, which means that if patients have PCOS, they might not have each and every symptom. Even a few of them might be enough to have physicians check for polycystic ovarian syndrome. A doctor might perform an exam and order blood tests to measure hormone levels.

Treatment for PCOS may include:

Insulin sensitizers, which help the body use insulin more effectively, lowering hormone levels. The most commonly used insulin sensitizer is metformin.
Weight loss. Being overweight does not cause PCOS, and PCOS can make losing weight difficult. Still, weight loss can improve symptoms for many women.
Birth control pills to regulate menstruation and sometimes reduce symptoms such as acne.
Fertility medications, especially medications to stimulate ovulation such as clomiphene.
Anti-androgen medications, which work to treat symptoms such as acne and facial hair.
Low-carb diets, which work similarly to insulin sensitizers to lower hormone levels and help reduce weight.
Ovarian drilling or resectioning, surgical procedures sometimes performed if infertility is a persistent problem. These procedures open up the wall of the ovary to temporarily make ovulation more likely.

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is one of the most common endocrine disorders affecting women. Left untreated, it can increase the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers. Fortunately there are many good treatment options available.

breast exam	10
doctor visit	17
gynecologic procedures	10

**Age**
From 65 to 74	19
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	47
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	39
Diabetes	31
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

blood draw	14
breast exam	17
doctor visit	69
gynecologic procedures	17
lab tests	46
pelvic imaging	11
ultrasound (sonogram)	11
women's imaging	11

**Age**
From 65 to 74	20
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	33

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	38
Diabetes	28
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

blood draw	20
breast exam	10
doctor visit	95
gynecologic procedures	10

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	37

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	51
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	30
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	141

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2018 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Robert Harmon, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Joseph Robert Harmon, MD treated as an obstetrician in Sayre, PA were lab tests, blood draw, breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

blood draw	17
breast exam	12
doctor visit	81
gynecologic procedures	12
lab tests	46
pelvic imaging	11
ultrasound (sonogram)	11
women's imaging	11

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2018 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph Robert Harmon, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	17

**Age**
75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	7
65 to 74	3

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph Robert Harmon, MD From 2018 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Joseph Robert Harmon, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Hypertension	19
High Cholesterol	14
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	9
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	4
Asthma	0
Osteoporosis	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	8
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Cancer	0
Dementia	0

Education & Training

Dr. Joseph Robert Harmon, MD graduated from Mercer University School of Medicine in 2014. He completed residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) and has a state license in Mississippi.

Medical School: Mercer University School of Medicine (2014)

Residency: Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Board Certification: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN)

Licensed In: Mississippi

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Joseph Robert Harmon, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Guthrie

Guthrie Troy Community Hospital

Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital

GUTHRIE MEDICAL GROUP PC

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Joseph Robert Harmon, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 126 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Joseph Robert Harmon, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Sayre, PA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Joseph Robert Harmon, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
AbbVie Inc.	$202 ORIAHNN $87	BOTOX $59	LO LOESTRIN FE $43	Orilissa $14
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.	$60 Da Vinci Surgical System $60
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.	$45 Injectafer $45
Aspira Women's Health Inc	$43 OVA1 $43
Hologic, LLC	$36 Aptima $24	APTIMA HPV $12
Other	$166 ALTIS $32	RS Harmony Test Related Products $32	Orilissa $26	Saxenda $17	Slynd $16	Other $43

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$536
Education	$16

Biography

Dr. Joseph Harmon's area of specialization is obstetrics. Dr. Harmon attended Mercer University School of Medicine and then went on to complete his residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and a hospital affiliated with Mercer University. He is affiliated with Guthrie. According to Doctor.com, new patients are welcome to contact his office in Sayre, PA.