Dr. Alva Smith

Philosophy of care | My goal as a physician is to treat you or your loved one as I hope my family members would be treated. I aim to help you to understand your health condition and to work with you to develop a care plan that works for you and your family. I feel the best doctor-patient relationships are built on trust and shared goals, and I hope to be a resource and an advocate for you. | Why I entered medicine | I was fortunate to have several role models in medicine, but none more so than my mom. As a physician providing primary care for over 30 years, she has helped many patients and built treasured long-term relationships that inspired me to serve others in the same way. I am thrilled to have the opportunity to serve my community in the Lehigh Valley and help others live healthier, happier lives. | Community involvement | My family and I relocated to the Lehigh Valley from Baltimore and look forward to becoming a part of this wonderful community. | Personal interests | I enjoy cooking, skiing, reading and spending as much time as I can with my husband and our two amazing kids. Dr. Wand is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. Her top areas of expertise are Sarcoidosis, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure, and Necrosis.

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