Dr Allison Schuessler, DO FAAP Expert Witness
Curriculum Vitae

Trusted Pediatric Expert, Professor of Pediatrics

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Specialties & Experience of this Expert Witness

General Specialties:

Pediatrics

Keywords/Search Terms:

Vaccines, Pediatric Mental Health, Pediatric Acute Care, ADHD, Depression, Pediatric Dermatology, Well Baby Care, Well Child Care, Anxiety, Developmental Screening, Pediatric Standard of Care, EPSDT Guidelines, Lead Exposure, Behavior, Antibiotics

Education:

DO, ATSU/Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine; BS, Bucknell University

Years in Practice:

10

Additional Information

Dr. Allison Schuessler, DO, is a board-certified pediatrician with extensive experience in both general pediatrics and pediatric emergency medicine. She provides comprehensive care in outpatient and emergency settings, blending up-to-date clinical knowledge with advanced training in pediatric mental health and pediatric dermatology. Since 2016, she has served as a pediatrician at Geisinger Medical Center and as a Pediatric Emergency Physician at St. Mary’s Medical Center, caring for a broad spectrum of pediatric conditions from routine wellness to urgent, high-acuity cases. An award-winning clinical educator, Dr. Schuessler is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. She regularly teaches medical students and residents, lectures on topics such as ADHD, adolescent health, and skin conditions, and authors patient education materials and professional publications. Dr. Schuessler’s leadership extends to professional service, including elected and committee roles within the Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association and quality and safety initiatives at Geisinger Medical School. Her clinical expertise, strong teaching record, and ability to clearly communicate complex medical information make her a valuable resource for attorneys seeking an expert witness in pediatric medicine, mental health, and dermatology-related cases.