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What can I expect from my first visit?

Plan to be at the office for 2.5 hours for your initial appointment. Prior to your appointment, we will provide a patient contract for your review. Please bring this with you along with a check for your annual retainer. Upon coming to the office, an electronic chart will be created for you that will house all your medical information, history, etc. You will be asked to provide the names and contact information of any prior/current physicians so medical records can be requested if needed.

You can also come prepared for your visit with a list of medications, dosages, medical and surgical history, and family health history.

Upon completion of your history, you will undergo a physical exam which will include any necessary screening tests, EKG and Body Composition analysis.

After your first visit, you will receive a comprehensive analysis with recommendations.

Upon completion of the exam, Dr. Burick will provide you with any orders for labs, studies or tests as well as any referrals that may be needed. A follow up appointment will be made to see Dr. Burick before you leave the office.

How accessible are the doctors?

Dr. Burick and Dr. Rich are available 24/7. During office hours, the office number (717) 730-9000 should be used. After hours a non-emergent message can be left on that number to be handled the next business day. For emergent situations, calling the office number and pressing “1” will transfer the call to your physician’s cell phone.

What are the benefits of membership?

The are many benefits of membership in the Burick Center for Health & Wellness:

  • Our physicians get to know patients on a very personal level. There is ample time allotted for appointments.
  • There is little to no waiting to see the doctor.
  • A patient will receive same-day or next-day acute appointments when needed for acute care.
  • The staff is very caring and personally invested in helping each patient.
  • The physicians coordinate and facilitate care between the patient and the rest of their medical team.
  • The physicians serve as patient advocates and are tireless in finding the best medical/surgical specialist for each patient.
  • The Burick Center for Health & Wellness has a number of partnerships with various providers to support your health and well-being.

What is the emphasis on wellness?

The Burick Center for Health & Wellness promotes a proactive approach to one’s health, rather than a reactive approach. Our physicians advocate and provide support for a healthy lifestyle including good nutrition, exercise, and good behaviors in addition to screening for health issues before they develop into diseases. The Center offers services by experts in massage therapy, IV infusion and acupuncture onsite and at a discount to members.

How do referrals to other specialists work?

When a physician identifies that a patient requires a consultation with a specialist, a referral letter is created and an appointment is facilitated by the Burick Center. Pertinent records and information will be sent to the physician’s office in advance of the appointment. We encourage our patients to remind their consultants to communicate with the Burick Center via written correspondence or phone calls to provide the most expeditious communication to support the needs of our patients.

Dr. Burick and Dr. Rich have developed close relationships with medical consultants within this community as well as regionally at various tertiary and quaternary care facilities including Johns Hopkins, Temple, Penn State, University of Pennsylvania, Cleveland Clinic and more.

How is care coordinated with other providers?

The Burick Center for Health & Wellness is committed to excellent coordination of care. Open lines of communication between other medical providers, our physicians and the patient are facilitated through phone calls, text messages, emails and letters. The Burick Center will do whatever it takes to ensure the patient receives the best care possible!

Of note, we have a number of patients who reside both part- and full-time out of the state of PA. Our physicians coordinate their care with the physicians in their community to get the care that a patient requires.

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Burick Center Staff MemberTracy Koval

Office Manager

Tracy joined the Burick Center for Health & Wellness in June of 2016 to help patients by managing various aspects of the office. Tracy brings more than three decades of medical office experience as the former office manager of a multi-specialty group and also works on a part-time basis as a Patient Service Rep at a local urgent care center.

Tracy’s favorite part of working in a medical practice is the opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life by helping them navigate through the maze of health care. She loves being part of the dynamic team at the Burick Center.

Tracy likes to spend time with her family. She has two sons, Mason, who is living and working in Philadelphia as a Sr. Analyst for a marketing firm, and Spencer, who works at Hershey Entertainment & Resorts.

Burick Center Staff MemberTom Baker

Strategy Officer

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Burick Center Staff MemberRena Geesaman

Patient Coordinator

Rena Geesaman is a Registered Medical Assistant who enjoys providing attentive and caring client service. She is very happy to be part of the Burick Center team where patient care is our number one focus.

Her goal is to do everything within her power to ensure every interaction leaves you feeling well cared for and perhaps even delighted.

Rena volunteers by serving as board treasurer for Carlisle Christian Academy. She also helps facilitate a program at River of God Church for single, pregnant girls which provides practical, emotional and spiritual support.

Outside of the office Rena enjoys hiking, traveling, tending to her flower beds, hosting meals on their back deck, enjoying time with dear friends, loving on her little dogs, and best of all spending time with family. Being fairly new grandparents, she and her husband Don are always happy to share pictures of their little grandson, Lucas. Feel free to ask! She considers herself amazingly blessed!

Burick Center Staff MemberDr. Peter Lu

Acupuncturist

Dr. Peter Lu trained and worked in New York City for 15 years and recently moved to central PA. He studied pre-med at Brooklyn College and attended medical school at SUNY Downstate in Brooklyn. Thereafter he worked in the inner city hospitals of New York City, and lastly had the honor of caring for people with his sister in Stamford, Connecticut.

Dr. Lu greatly appreciates open lines of communication as it pertains to questions you may have about your ailment and how acupuncture could help in the healing process. His intention to address your needs to the best of his ability.

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Burick Center Staff MemberLee Morand

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Lee has had the sincere pleasure of working in the Greater Harrisburg area for over 20 years. She relocated to Harrisburg in 1990 after completing her undergraduate degree in Nutrition Pre-Med at Cornell University. Lee received her first Master’s Degree from Shippensburg University. Her second Master’s Degree, as well as Doctorate, were both from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.

She uses a Cognitive-Behavioral approach to guide her work with clients across the lifespan. She strongly believes research has shown that changing your thoughts does change your life. Her primary focus with clients is to reduce symptoms by assisting clients to achieve skills they can utilize in their professional, academic, and personal lives.

Burick Center Staff MemberHeather Motter

LMT, Massage Therapist and Back Desk Coordinator

Heather Motter joined the Burick Center team in 2018. A graduate of YTI Career Institute, Heather prides herself on using her highly developed skills to maintain the balance between mind and body. As a licensed massage therapist, she specializes in Medical Massage, Lymphatic Drainage, Trigger Point Therapy, and Oncology Massage.

Heather has a vast amount of experience working with a variety of patients. From a simple relaxation massage to a patient dealing with chronic pain, Heather is able to facilitate treatments uniquely designed for each patient’s individual needs.

Heather insists that massage is not just a relaxation luxury. Instead, her philosophy is that massage helps lead to a healthier, happier lifestyle. She encourages everyone to take the time to meet with her to develop a care plan to enhance their overall wellness.

Heather is a resident of Carlisle, where she resides with her fiancé, two sons, and four dogs. When she’s not at work, she can be found outside working on her back yard oasis, or volunteering at Speranza Animal Rescue.

Burick Center Staff MemberFelicia Miller

Nutritionist

Felicia Miller is a Registered Dietitian and Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist who provides nutritional counseling and education to patients of the Burick Center for Health & Wellness.

She takes the science of nutrition with her extensive knowledge of food and coaching skills to create an easy-to-follow actionable plan for her clients to follow.

Recognizing that there are multiple components to creating a successful wellness plan, she looks at the whole person – their concerns, lifestyle, personality, family, and career. Listening to her patients allows for Felicia to find the root cause of their issue and not simply the symptoms.

“Being healthy goes beyond diet, food is just one of the pillars of a happy, healthy person.” Felicia goes beyond the traditional diet education- she coaches and supports her patients as they learn how to make changes in their day-to-day life.

“I’m passionate about whole foods and healthy living I strive to inspire you to make positive food and lifestyle changes – at any age.”

Burick Center Staff MemberAshley Weibley

Registered Nurse

Ashley is a nurse at Burick Center for Health & Wellness. Her nursing philosophy is one of holistic care. She is a patient advocate committed to clear communication, education and applying critical thinking and decision-making skills to help patients achieve better outcomes. She enjoys providing the highest quality nursing care in a respectful, healing environment. She has a personal commitment to life-long learning through formal education and hands-on experience. She appreciates that compassion along with innovative care is what the Burick Center for Health & Wellness is all about.

Ashley has an Associate’s Degree from Harrisburg Area Community College and a Bachelors Degree from Penn State University.

She is married and has twin boys, She enjoys spending time with her friends, family and pets. She has owned and shown Quarter Horses all of her life and continues to compete in her spare time.