About
George M. Kosco III, DO is a board-eligible internist who has served patients in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania for decades. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from King's College in Wilkes-Barre in 1983. He then pursued his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine at the University of Health Sciences College of Medicine in Kansas City, graduating in 1988. During his undergraduate years, he served as Secretary of the Phi Sigma Alpha National Honor Society. Dr. Kosco completed both his internship and internal medicine residency at Community General Osteopathic Hospital in Harrisburg, finishing his residency training in 1992.
Dr. Kosco holds active Pennsylvania licensure and maintains memberships in the American Medical Association, the American Osteopathic Association, the Pennsylvania Medical Society, and the Dauphin County Medical Society. He holds hospital affiliations with the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and Pinnacle Health Systems. His clinical philosophy focuses on prevention, patient education, and genuine partnership. He works with each patient to develop a personalized action plan, aiming not just to treat illness but to support lasting health improvements. 9 out of 5 rating based on 24 patient reviews.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
King's College, Wilkes Barre, PA — Bachelor of Science, Biology, 1983
Medical School
University of Health Sciences College of Medicine, Kansas City, MO — Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine, 1988
Residency
Internal Medicine, Community General Osteopathic Hospital, Harrisburg, PA, 1989-1992
Additional Training
Internship: Community General Osteopathic Hospital, Harrisburg, PA, 1988-1989
Who is Dr. Kosco III right for?
Dr. Kosco is a strong fit for adults who want a physician focused on prevention and long-term health. Patients managing chronic conditions like hypertension, high cholesterol, or type 2 diabetes benefit from his proactive approach. He works especially well with patients who want a genuine partnership with their doctor, not a rushed appointment. Adults seeking thorough annual wellness evaluations with advanced diagnostics will find his MDVIP program well-suited to those goals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Kosco specializes in internal medicine with a strong emphasis on preventive care. He focuses on identifying and addressing health risks before they become serious problems. His practice incorporates comprehensive screenings, advanced diagnostics, and personalized wellness planning for adult patients.
Dr. Kosco holds a Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from the University of Health Sciences College of Medicine. He completed his internal medicine residency at Community General Osteopathic Hospital in Harrisburg and holds active licensure in Pennsylvania.
Dr. Kosco completed his medical degree at the University of Health Sciences College of Medicine in Kansas City in 1988. He then completed both his internship and internal medicine residency at Community General Osteopathic Hospital in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, finishing in 1992.
Dr. Kosco centers his practice on education, prevention, and building strong doctor-patient relationships. He works with each patient to develop a personalized health plan rather than simply treating illness. His goal is to support patients as they work toward their own health improvements.
Yes. Every appointment takes place with Dr. Kosco directly. The practice does not route patients to nurse practitioners or physician assistants during office visits.
Yes. Dr. Kosco is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. This direct access is a core feature of his MDVIP-affiliated practice and ensures members can contact him during urgent situations.
Dr. Kosco is a member of the American Medical Association, the American Osteopathic Association, the Pennsylvania Medical Society, and the Dauphin County Medical Society. He also holds hospital affiliations with the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and Pinnacle Health Systems.
9 out of 5 rating based on 24 reviews. Patients frequently highlight his attentiveness, his willingness to listen, and his same-day availability. Many long-term patients credit his thorough annual wellness evaluations with helping them manage ongoing health conditions.
Doctor profile last updated June 8, 2026