Philosophy of care | Healing and comfort are a passion to me. As your doctor, I will treat you with compassion and respect. I consider these interpersonal traits as critical to the power of healing. | Why I entered medicine | I always had a personal interest in science. I also really enjoy working with and understanding people. I chose medicine because it offered me the opportunity to integrate these interests. | Community involvement | I love educating and teaching the community about topics in medicine. | Personal interests | I enjoy the beach, fishing, cooking and spending time with my family. Dr. Santiago is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Antiphospholipid Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy.

Why I entered medicine | I cannot say I knew from an early age that I wanted to be a doctor, but I can say from an early age I wanted to help people. The desire to help people and my interest in the sciences eventually took me in the direction of medicine. Dr. Brndjar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Antiphospholipid Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Sitosterolemia, and Pachyonychia Congenita.

Don Park is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Park is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Antiphospholipid Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Primary Lymphoma of the Brain, Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Philosophy of care | I believe in involving patients in every step of their journey, specifically by incorporating your beliefs and viewpoints into the treatment plan for personalized and compatible care. Cancer treatment is rapidly advancing and the personalized care now extends to understanding each patient's unique tumor biology with the goal of targeted therapy. I see the field only getting more exciting as we discover new diagnostic and therapeutic means for achieving unprecedented results and improving quality of life. | Why I entered medicine | One thing that drew me to oncology was the level of depth at which the doctor-patient relationship functioned. I have always appreciated the enormous responsibility we as physicians have to our patients and their loved ones with regards to transparency and evidence-based care and this is paramount when treating someone with cancer or a blood disorder. | Community involvement | As a medical student, I participated in a medical service trip to the Himalayas in Northern India where we camped at various sites to establish tent clinics as a means of providing care to local people who otherwise would not have had access. Medical aid abroad has always been a passion of mine and in the future, I would very much like the opportunity to participate in similar programs to provide oncologic care and preventative services in developing nations as well as on the home front. | Personal interests | I enjoy traveling with my family. I am of Italian origin and enjoy visiting Italy to tour historical sites, try different local dishes, and spend time with family and friends. I love running for multiple reasons and lately have participated in the Philadelphia Half Marathon for the past few years and train by trail running with my four-legged companions. My wife and I bond over cooking together and we both enjoy hiking, exploring the outdoors, and going to the orchestra and theater for productions. Dr. Fratamico is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Antiphospholipid Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), and Prostate Cancer.

Philosophy of care | Listening is important. That's the most helpful to patients. You get the most insight into their personality. Communication is also important -- not only with the patient, but with the patient's family, and especially in the hospital or nursing home. Good communication goes a long way. I've been doing this for more than 10 years, and you build a relationship with your patients. I like to catch up, see how they're doing, ask about their family, vacations. | Why I entered medicine | My father was a doctor, and that had an impact on me when I was growing up. | Personal interests | My greatest passion in life is my family -- my wife and my two daughters. That's the most important thing to me. I spend a lot of time with the family, and I like to fish. We're big Eagles fans, and I have season tickets. Dr. Ehrig is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Antiphospholipid Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Cyclic Neutropenia, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Multiple Myeloma, and Cirrhosis.

Why I entered medicine | I wanted to heal patients and relieve their suffering. | Personal interests | I enjoy Aikido, scuba diving and skiing. Dr. Twaddle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Antiphospholipid Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hemolytic Anemia.

Philosophy of care | I believe in forming a partnership with my patients and taking the time to be a good listener. I try to follow the best evidence-based medicine guidelines for testing and treatment. I enjoy working to promote healthy lifestyles and preventative care to keep you well. I believe it is important to work together with you to create a plan of care that's right for you. I will try to be your advocate and help coordinate all of your care needs as your primary care physician. I also have a special interest in geriatrics and long-term care medicine. It is my goal to provide older adults and nursing home residents the highest-quality, compassionate care for optimum health, function, and quality of life. | Why I entered medicine | I became a doctor because I want to make each and every day meaningful, and make a positive impact on your health. I chose internal medicine because it allows me to establish long-term relationships with my patients. I truly enjoy the follow-up care and ongoing relationships I have with my patients, welcoming back the same patients again and again. It is my goal to help manage all of your health care needs - promoting healthy lifestyles, managing chronic conditions, treating illness and coordinating the transition between specialists, hospitals, and other caregivers. I believe it is important for every patient to have one physician who can act as a coordinator of care and to be involved at some level in all of their health care needs. | Community involvement | I serve as the medical director for both Gracedale Nursing Home in Northampton County and The Good Shepherd Home in Bethlehem. | Personal interests | I have been married to my wonderful wife Jennifer since 1998. When I am not at work I enjoy helping her with her jewelry business on weekends. I am also the proud father of two beautiful daughters. Some of my hobbies include running, gardening, hiking and playing with my energetic Chesapeake Bay retriever and our two cats. Dr. Holumzer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Antiphospholipid Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Alzheimer's Disease, and Dementia.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to deliver up-to-date, quality medical care while working with you as a team, respecting your distinctive needs, culture, values and preferences. I like to listen to all my patients and get to know them well. | Why I entered medicine | I have wanted to be a doctor since I was very young. As I grew my desire to help people and my interest in hands-on science strengthened my resolve. | Community involvement | I have been involved in Special Olympics. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, hiking and biking. Dr. Ferran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Antiphospholipid Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Sciatica, and Obesity.

Tamam Habib is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Habib is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Antiphospholipid Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, and Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS).

Maha Alchaer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Alchaer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Antiphospholipid Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Vitamin D Deficiency, and Obesity in Children.

Heidar Albandar is an Oncologist and a Hematologist Oncology provider in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Albandar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Antiphospholipid Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. Dr. Albandar is currently accepting new patients.

Patrick Dostal is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics and Internal Medicine in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Dostal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Antiphospholipid Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Cerebral Palsy, L1 Syndrome, and Spastic Paraplegia-Epilepsy-Intellectual Disability Syndrome.

Juan Sanchez is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sanchez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Antiphospholipid Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Livedo Reticularis, Neuroretinitis, Neurosyphilis, Osteomyelitis in Children, and Vitrectomy.

Philosophy of care | I care about my patient as a human being not a case. I want to be my patient's advocate. For me, my patient's quality of life is very important. My education has taught me to pay attention to not only the medical aspects of a patient but also the emotional and psychosocial aspects. I saw varied pathology during my training that makes me feel very confident in treating my patients. | Also, I am a member of the breast cancer multidisciplinary consultation team. Together we review your diagnostic information and give you a written opinion reflecting the scope of your condition and recommendations for your best course of care. | Why I entered medicine | My grandmother had severe arthritis and was sick since my early childhood; I wanted to become a doctor to make her well. My husband is an interventional cardiologist. He always has supported and encouraged me in my career. | Personal interests | I spend my spare time with my family. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Antiphospholipid Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Khaldoun Makhoul is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Makhoul is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Antiphospholipid Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Cirrhosis.

Rehab Tabchi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Tabchi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Antiphospholipid Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Sleepwalking (Somnambulism), Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Philosophy of care | I offer you compassionate, caring and high-quality patient care with a focus on preventive medicine and patient safety. | Why I entered medicine | I entered the medical field to be of service to others and to improve the health and well-being of our communities. | Community involvement | I work with and sponsor programming at local shelters, temples and other religious institutions. I have served on the board of trustees for a local high school, and have been active in the Easton-area community more than 40 years. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending time with my family – especially my young grandchildren, rooting for Philadelphia sports teams and keeping up with current events. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Antiphospholipid Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Ureteroscopy, and Knee Replacement.

Yacoub Faroun is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Faroun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Antiphospholipid Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Richter Syndrome, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Pancreatoblastoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

John Smith is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Antiphospholipid Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

Sara Baig is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Baig has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Antiphospholipid Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Dermatomyositis, Polymyositis, and Antiphospholipid Syndrome.