Name: Dr. Tiffany K. Romantino (Lonchena)
Specialty: Anesthesiology
Qualification/Board Certification: MD (Doctor of Medicine), Board-Certified Anesthesiologist
Affiliation: Independence Health System Frick Hospital; Independence Health System Latrobe Hospital; Independence Health System Westmoreland Hospital; Excela Health Norwin Medical Commons
Locations: Irwin, Pennsylvania
Languages Spoken: English
Accepting New Patients: Yes
NPI Number: 1386955326
About the Doctor
Dr. Tiffany K. Romantino (Lonchena) is an experienced anesthesiologist based in Irwin, Pennsylvania, with 11–20 years of clinical experience. She earned her medical degree from the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and completed her internship and residency training at UPMC Medical Education. Dr. Romantino is affiliated with multiple healthcare facilities, including Independence Health System hospitals and Excela Health Norwin Medical Commons.
She specializes in anesthesiology and pain medicine, focusing on ensuring patient comfort and safety during surgical procedures, as well as managing acute and chronic pain conditions. Her expertise includes treating spinal conditions such as spinal stenosis and spondylosis. Patient feedback reflects a positive overall experience, particularly highlighting her clear communication and structured care approach.
Highlights:
- 11–20 years of experience in anesthesiology
- Subspecialty expertise in pain medicine
- Experienced in managing spinal and chronic pain conditions
- Affiliated with multiple hospitals and surgical centers
- Strong patient ratings (4/5 overall)
Education & Training
- Medical School: Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
- Internship: UPMC Medical Education (Transitional Year, 2010–2011)
- Residency: UPMC Medical Education (Anesthesiology, 2011–2014)
- Fellowship: Not explicitly listed
Medical Conditions Treated
Dr. Romantino focuses on pain-related and perioperative conditions.
Common Conditions Include:
- Spinal stenosis
- Spondylosis
- Lower back pain
- Thoracic spine disorders
- Chronic pain conditions
- Acute pain related to surgery
Medical Procedures Performed
Dr. Romantino performs a variety of anesthesia and pain management procedures.
Procedures Include:
- Administration of anesthesia for surgical procedures
- Pain management injections (e.g., back pain injections)
- Nerve blocks
- Sedation and perioperative care
- Chronic pain treatment procedures
- Post-operative pain control
Services Offered
Dr. Romantino provides comprehensive anesthesiology and pain management services aimed at ensuring patient safety, comfort, and effective pain relief before, during, and after medical procedures.
Services Include:
- Preoperative evaluations and anesthesia planning
- Intraoperative anesthesia management
- Postoperative pain control
- Chronic pain management programs
- Minimally invasive pain relief procedures
- Patient education on pain management options
- Follow-up care and monitoring
Accepted Insurances
Dr. Romantino accepts a wide range of insurance plans. Patients should confirm coverage directly with the provider.
Accepted Providers Include:
- Aetna (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Medicare, PPO)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)
- Cigna (PPO)
- CMS Medicare
- Elevance (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)
- Highmark (EPO, HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO)
- Regence Health Plans (PPO)
- United Healthcare (HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO)
Practice Locations
Location
Address: 8775 Norwin Ave, Irwin, PA, 15642
Phone: (724) 765-1225
Hospital Affiliations
- Independence Health System Frick Hospital (Mount Pleasant, PA)
- Independence Health System Latrobe Hospital (Latrobe, PA)
- Independence Health System Westmoreland Hospital (Greensburg, PA)
- Excela Health Norwin Medical Commons (North Huntingdon, PA)
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