Joseph D. Hope, D.O. Accepts Presidency of Riddle Medical Staff

Monday, July 12, 2010

On July 1st the Medical Staff welcomed a fellow physician, Joseph D. Hope, D.O. as their President for a term of 2 years, leading 618 Riddle Hospital physicians in caring for a growing community with diverse healthcare needs. Dr. Hope was elected at the May 2010 General Medical Staff Meeting and succeeds the immediate past president of the medical staff, Dr. Ken Boyd who served as president from July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2010.

Board Certified in Internal Medicine in 1996, and a partner in Rose Tree Medical Associates, LLC, Dr. Hope has been on staff at Riddle Hospital since 1996. “Preventative medicine is the cornerstone of good health since once a patient is referred to a specialist, the disease has for the most part been established,” states Hope, who is excited to work with all the physicians who treat patients at Riddle. “I want to engage physicians in the excellent work being done at Riddle, both for patients and the community. With strong communications I hope to get that message out and inspire them to know our staff of doctors, nurses, techs and even administrators better.”

With new healthcare changes on the horizon for patients, Dr. Hope feels there will be an increased focus on primary care physicians, especially when he shares this with young physicians. “There is a huge opportunity to build a vibrant and exciting practice at Riddle,” he explains, “with the healthcare issues we face today, prevention and healthy living will drive the day.”

Married and father of 3 girls, Dr. Hope enjoys coaching softball and playing with his daughters, yet will also find time to volunteer as a firefighter with the Concordville Fire Company. His dad, a retired Firefighter in Philadelphia turned over that service to the youngest brother — these strong values guide Dr. Hope to serve the community both fighting fires and disease!

For an appointment or referral to a Riddle Hospital physician, visit our Web site at www.MainLineHealth.org/riddle.

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