Mount Nittany Health Provider
Melanie Chaputa-Cherry, MD, FACOG
Melanie Chaputa-Cherry, MD, FACOG
About Me
Melanie Chaputa-Cherry, MD, is dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive care for women throughout every phase of their lives. Specializing in general office gynecology and obstetric care, Dr. Chaputa-Cherry is committed to helping her patients achieve their best health and well-being.
Drawn to State College by her family’s strong ties to Penn State and the Centre Region, Dr. Chaputa-Cherry is thrilled to serve the community she now calls home. She focuses on building strong patient relationships by understanding not just their medical concerns, but also their family dynamics, interests and professional lives, recognizing how these aspects can impact overall health.
Dr. Chaputa-Cherry chose a career in medicine because of her passion for connecting with people from all walks of life. Her goal is to empower her patients through education and support, ensuring they feel confident in understanding their health and the care they receive. Known for her approachable and thorough communication style, she takes the time to address her patients’ questions in clear, accessible terms.
Outside of work, Dr. Chaputa-Cherry enjoys traveling, skiing, and spending time with her family and friends. She also loves exploring her creative side through a variety of craft projects.
Female
English
Credentials
Medical Education
Jefferson Medical College - Philadelphia, PA
Internship/Residency
Medical Center of Delaware - Newark, DE
Fellowship
American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists
Board Certification
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Insurance
Accepted insurance providers
- Aetna
- Advantra
- AmeriHealth Caritas Pennsylvania
- AmeriHealth Caritas Pennsylvania CHC
- AmeriHealth Caritas Northeast
- AmeriHealth Caritas VIP Care
- Capital Blue Cross (including Senior Blue, Keystone Health Plan Central, Health One and Blue CHIP)
- Cigna (accepted system-wide, except by CEMA, the Emergency Department provider group)
- Community Care Behavioral Health Organization (psychiatry)
- Gateway Health Plan (Medical Assistance Product)
- Geisinger Health Plan/Geisinger Gold/GHP Family
- Government: CHAMPUS, Tricare/Black Lung Benefits Act
- HealthAmerica/HealthAssurance/First Health
- Highmark/PA Blue Shield (accepted system-wide, except by Centre Pathology Associates, the Pathology department provider group as of 1/1/26)
- Medical Assistance
- Medicare/Medicare Railroad
- PA Health and Wellness
- Preferred Health Services
- Three Rivers Provider Network
- United Behavioral Health (psychiatry)
- United Healthcare/United Healthcare Student Resources
- UPMC Health Plan/UPMC For Life/UPMC For You
Reviews
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- May 2, 2026
Dr. Cherry is outstanding. She is knowledgeable and kind.
- May 1, 2026
Good experience. Dr. Cherry was very thorough, informative concerning my issues and treatment. Would highly recommend her to others. Always very personable, pleasant, compassionate and informative.
- April 21, 2026
Good
- April 19, 2026
Dr. Cherry is great and very thorough. She even noticed results from a test ordered by another doctor and explained them to me even though the doctor that ordered them never contacted me about the results.