Dr. David A. Evanko

Dr. David A. Evanko, M.D., – Serving Chicora and surrounding area.

THE FAMILY DOCTOR

Good family practice physicians bring much more to the patient than medical knowledge. They bring understanding based on things like family history. They can often recognize possible health problems because they know the family background, and have often treated other family members. Like the family doctor of yesterday, they have a relationship with patients based on trust and shared experiences.

If you want a primary care physician like that, David A. Evanko, M.D., is a great choice.

Dr. Evanko, who has lived in western Pennsylvania most of his life, began serving this region in 1984 and has treated up to four generations of some families. That gives him special knowledge of the variety of problems which can affect families, from medical issues to mental health issues to the routine problems of everyday life.

He has broad experience with patients of all ages, with a special concentration on young people through their teen years, and has been actively involved beyond his medical practice in projects designed to promote and protect the welfare of teens.

He also has special training in geriatric medicine, an important skill in a region with one of the nation’s oldest populations. And, he has been recognized for his skills in family practice by a number of professional organizations.

Meet The Doctor

David Evanko, M.D.
Born in Fort Worth, Texas, Dr. Evanko's family later moved to Greentree, PA. He attended Canevin High School and the University of Pittsburgh, where he received an undergraduate degree in biophysics and microbiology. He received a Master's degree in bacteriology from Wagner College and a medical degree from the University of Navarra, with clinical training at Downstate Medical School in New York City. He did his residency in family practice at the Medical Center of Beaver County.

Since 1998, he has served as medical director of Butler Medical Associates, a group of 12 physicians primarily involved in family practice. Dr. Evanko is board certified in Family Practice with specialty certifications in Geriatrics and Addiction Medicine.

His professional affiliations include:

American Academy of Family Practice
Pennsylvania Medical Society
Butler County Medical Society
Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians
American Society of Addiction Medicine
American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children

Don Halpin
Physician's Assistant
Don Halpin developed his interest in helping people the hard way - as a medical evac helicopter pilot in Vietnam. Yet he still finds the opportunity to impact someone's health positively as exciting as it was nearly 30 years ago.

As a physician's assistant in family practice, he deals with a diversity of patients and problems, from infants and children to adults and the elderly. And, while the volume of information, medication and technology have changed dramatically, the chance to improve the quality of people's lives remains the same.

Don became a physician's assistant with Butler Medical Associates in 1994, after three years at Allegheny General and several similar positions in Michigan.

He finds life in the Butler area "easy going" and "laidback" as are the "friendly, generous people" who live here. In keeping with the local tradition, he is an avid car buff who enjoys upgrading and showing his 2004 40th anniversary edition Mustang convertible as often as possible.

Staying Healthy

It’s important to recognize that taking care of yourself is a full-time job. For most any age or lifestage, there are proactive tests and procedures that can help your doctor identify health issues as early as possible.

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*Remember, these recommended exams are the minimum for healthy individuals with no medical problems. They are based on the Report of the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force.