Dr. Alison SkurcenskiMD

Dr. Skurcenski treats a broad range of conditions including hypertension, Type 2 diabetes, hyperlipidemia, and cardiovascular disease. She also specializes in perimenopause and menopause symptoms such as hot flashes, brain fog, insomnia, loss of libido, vaginal dryness, and recurrent UTIs. Her functional medicine approach adds evaluation of blood work and supplement guidance for patients seeking a more comprehensive look at their health.

Yes. Dr. Skurcenski holds board certification in Family Medicine from the American Board of Family Medicine. She earned that certification in 1999 after completing her residency at St. Joseph's Hospital Family Practice Residency Program in Syracuse, New York. She is also a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians.

Dr. Skurcenski graduated from SUNY Upstate Medical University College of Medicine in Syracuse, New York in 1996. She completed her Family Medicine residency at St. Joseph's Hospital Family Practice Residency Program, also in Syracuse. Prior to founding Skurcenski Primary Care, she practiced at Shepherdstown Family Practice in Mechanicsburg and at Aspire Urgent Care in Harrisburg.

Yes. Dr. Skurcenski offers bio-identical hormone replacement therapy for women in perimenopause or menopause. She conducts a comprehensive hormone evaluation before recommending any treatment. She also discusses supplement alternatives for patients who prefer to avoid hormone therapy. Her goal is to help each patient make an informed decision that matches her individual health needs.

Dr. Skurcenski performs CIMT (Carotid Intima Media Thickness) screening in her office. This ultrasound of the neck arteries detects early signs of plaque formation and atherosclerosis. She also obtains a comprehensive lipid panel with inflammatory markers for all adult patients at least once a year. When appropriate, she recommends Coronary Calcium Score screening as well.

Dr. Skurcenski takes a holistic view of chronic conditions like hypertension, Type 2 diabetes, and high cholesterol. She combines medication management with lifestyle counseling, dietary guidance, and evidence-based monitoring. Her functional medicine training also informs her approach, allowing her to evaluate blood work for root causes and recommend targeted supplements alongside standard treatments.

Dr. Skurcenski accepts adult patients 18 and older and adolescents between the ages of 10 and 17. She provides family medicine across a wide range of life stages, from adolescent care through chronic disease management and menopause care in midlife and beyond.

Yes. Dr. Skurcenski makes herself available after hours for urgent needs that cannot wait until the next business day. Patients reach her directly by phone, text, or email. She also uses a HIPAA-compliant encrypted messaging app to ensure secure after-hours communication.

Yes. Dr. Skurcenski incorporates functional medicine into her practice by evaluating blood work for underlying imbalances and recommending targeted supplements. This approach complements her standard medical care and gives patients a more complete picture of their health.