Proven Care
Growing older has its rewards and challenges. Now, more than ever, you want to take care of yourself so you can make the most of your golden years. PinnacleHealth is here to help you do that – offering health education programs, options to help you improve your appearance, services to aid you with your changing medical needs, programs to cope with change and much more. See the links and resources on this page for more information.
Primary Care for Geriatric Patients
PinnacleHealth Geriatric Associates provides diagnosis, treatment and management of a variety of conditions experienced by older adult patients. Board certified in Geriatric Medicine and Internal Medicine, Dr Ayesha Ahmad, MD, FACP is the primary physician in this practice.
Mental Wellness
Our specialized geriatric team, including a geriatric psychiatrist and a psychiatric nurse, provides an array of services. PinnacleHealth's Behavioral Services include intensive outpatient services for older adults with mental health diagnoses. Inpatient services are also available. Call (717) 221-6200 for more information.
Diagnostic and Testing
Did your doctor require you to have a blood or imaging test? PinnacleHealth has several convenient outpatient Imaging and Laboratory locations on the east and west shores. Click on Laboratory Services (Blood Draw & Blood Donation) and Imaging (Radiology) or Call (717) 231-8900 to get help in finding a location that is most convenient for you.
Mammography Services
Mammography Services are provided at several PinnacleHealth Imaging locations on both the east and west shores. We provide comprehensive breast health services including digital mammograms, ultrasound of the breast, needle localization, needle cyst aspirations, surgical consultations and biopsies, education and breast self-exam instruction. Call (717) 231-8900 to find a mammography location that is convenient for you.
Osteoporosis Services
PinnacleHealth Imaging and provides a full range of diagnostic and supportive services to prevent, diagnose and treat osteoporosis. We also provide DXA (Bone Density) scans, education, exercise and fall prevention guide. Check out our Osteoporosis Clinic for more information or Call (717) 231-8900 to find the closest Imaging Center to you where you can have a free bone density screening or have your family doctor schedule a DXA test to learn if your bones are healthy.