Gettysburg Osteopathic Family Health Center PC

07/06/2026

If you receive a message from our office requesting a Zoom meeting, please IGNORE and do not click on any links. We are in the process of trying to fix the issue.

07/03/2026

Our office will be closed today July 3rd. We will be back on Monday the 6th.

Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday weekend!

05/28/2026

Congratulations to the Biglerville High School Class of 2026!
We wish each and every student all the best!

05/08/2026

Our office phone lines are down in the office this morning. Sorry for any inconvenience.
For current patients, please use the appropriate portal or Spruce app  for any immediate needs.

04/24/2026

Happy Friday!

Just a reminder for those who may need this today.

This verse also reminds me of one of the tenets of osteopathic medicine, that our bodies are capable of self regulation, self healing, and health maintenance given the right support.

04/23/2026

Experiencing bloating, constipation, reflux symptoms or all of the above?
Digestive bitters may be helpful, in addition to changes in your diet and lifestyle.

Digestive bitters can stimulate the production of saliva, bile, and stomach acid, all which can help with proper digestion of food and absorption of nutrients.

Digestive bitters are taken prior to meals. Even though they are safe for most people, there can be interactions with certain medications, so you do want to check with your health care provider before taking.

We carry these convenient pocket sized containers for on the go, as well as the larger bottles.

04/13/2026

Spring is here! And so are the ticks.

You may already have seen a tick or had a tick bite. Here are some reminders to help prevent ticks and stay safe as the weather gets warmer.

Permethrin spray can be used to spray clothing, shoes, and socks. Sawyers is one common brand and it lasts through several washings. You do want to avoid spraying directly on your skin. Because ticks stay close to the ground (ie blades of grass) spraying shoes and socks is particularly important.

For skin sprays, there are several commercial products containing DEET. Or if you want to use essential oils, we carry 3MOMS organics spray at our office. For essential oil products, you do need to apply more frequently.

02/06/2026

Menopause and perimenopause (the transition prior to menopause that can start as early as 10 years prior to a woman's last period) often present with multiple symptoms other than just hot flashes.

There are safe, effective options to help with these changes so be sure to discuss with your provider!

MONDAY, Feb. 2, 2026 (HealthDay News) — The symptoms women experience on the verge of menopause could be vastly different from what they might expect, a new stu