Philosophy of care | I want to not only provide high quality care for you, but also develop a long-lasting relationship with you and your family. I always treat you as a human being with an ailment, not a patient number, room number or disease process. I always approach the management of my patients with the thought as to what I would want if this was my mother or father, or wife, or children. | Why I entered medicine | During my high school years, my sister fell ill with spinal cord cancer and spent the better part of 2.5 years hospitalized at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. We, being a small family, spent day and night in the hospital with her. It was during this time that I truly became enthralled with the field of medicine. Since I would sleep nights and spent my weekends there, the residents became my friends and began taking me on my rounds and teaching me. This provided the first exposure to practice of medicine. I then went on to medical school and obtained a residency at Columbia University. It was there that I met a wonderful teacher and mentor, Dr. Glenda Garvey, who in turn referred me to Dr. Mark Josephson to learn the field of electrophysiology. I could not have asked for a better education and owe my knowledge of electrophysiology to Dr. Josephson. | Community involvement | I have participated in several medical mission trips to South Africa, Haiti and Nicaragua. | Personal interests | I enjoy music and soccer. Dr. Cossu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Tachycardia. His top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Ventricular Tachycardia, Atrial Fibrillation, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Norman Marcus is a Cardiologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Marcus is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Tachycardia. His top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Ventricular Tachycardia, Bidirectional Tachycardia, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Philosophy of care | I do my best to help you understand your condition and guide you to the best possible treatment decision. I treat you as I would treat myself or any member of my family. When you come to me, we work together and work to improve your quality of your life. | Why I entered medicine | My dad was an influence on my choice to become a doctor. When you’re able to take care of someone and make their lives better, when you’re able to make a connection and work through medical challenges together, that’s very rewarding. It’s satisfying to face a challenge and find success. | Personal interests | I like being outdoors and staying active. Dr. Nazir is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Tachycardia. His top areas of expertise are Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Philosophy of care | My goal as a cardiologist is to educate my patients about heart disease and prevention to improve their overall health and well-being. I will do my best to explain cardiac procedures and show empathy toward patient care. | Why I entered medicine | In college, I enjoyed health sciences such as anatomy and physiology. As a child, I loved to play video games and sports. Interventional cardiology requires precise hand-eye coordination, a skill I learned from my childhood hobbies. | Community involvement | I am involved with CORE (Community Organized Resuscitation Education) and the goal is to train others in our community about CPR to help save lives. | Personal interests | When I am not in the hospital, you can find me exercising, reading up on cars, or watching sports. I enjoy traveling and hiking with my wife and our family. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Tachycardia. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Attack, Cardiac Arrest, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

Philosophy of care | I want to be your advocate through what can be a complex and frightening maze of health care and be there to guide and support you through the entire process. I treat my patients with comfort and care. | Why I entered medicine | I come from a family of doctors. My father was a pediatrician for 30 years. One of my brothers is a cardiologist and another brother is psychiatrist. Medicine has always been part of my life. | Community involvement | I donate time for continuing medical education for primary care providers and participate in social media outreach on heart-related health tips, including signs and symptoms of conditions such as arrhythmias and heart attacks. Dr. Bozorgnia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Tachycardia. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Arrhythmias, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Philosophy of care | A good patient-physician relationship and informed consent are keys to excellent patient care. I always take care to explain cardiovascular disorders and electrophysiological procedures thoroughly and answer any questions you may have. | Why I entered medicine | Through caring for a family member, I became interested in medicine. I enjoy simplifying the complexity of medicine to my patients. I enjoy teaching and translating the latest scientific research into medical care. | Community involvement | I enjoy volunteering in health fairs and community clinics. | Personal interests | Outside of medicine, I like reading non-fiction, the NFL, travel and yoga. “Hamilton” is my favorite Broadway show. Dr. Ho is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Tachycardia. His top areas of expertise are Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Arrhythmias, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Benjamin Sanchez is a Cardiologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sanchez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Tachycardia. His top areas of expertise are Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Arrhythmias, Cardiogenic Shock, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Philosophy of care | Providing care for you involves your whole being. When our health is affected, our entire community can be as well. Establishing healthy outcomes creates positive influence on our lives, our family and our neighbors. | Why I entered medicine | I have a passion for science and public health. Practicing as a nurse practitioner (CRNP) in cardiac electrophysiology gives me the opportunity to help patients and provide them tools to stay healthy. | Community involvement | I am a girls’ soccer coach and involved with Girl Scouts, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and a national apraxia association. | Personal interests | In my free time I enjoy long-distance running, spending time with family, cooking and traveling. Ms. Dondero is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Tachycardia. Her top areas of expertise are Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), Atrial Tachycardia, and Atrial Fibrillation.

Kenneth Skorinko is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Skorinko is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Tachycardia. His top areas of expertise are Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, and Angina.

Nidhi Mehta is a Cardiologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Tachycardia. Her top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Pediatric Myocarditis, Heart Failure, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Philosophy of care | I believe in a team approach. I encourage my patients to be actively involved in their care. I enjoy getting to know patients outside their illness. | Why I entered medicine | I chose the medical profession after experiencing the illness of a family member. Dr. Kochuba is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Tachycardia. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Melorheostosis.

Philosophy of care | I encourage my patients to say what is on their mind without having them feel uncomfortable. I am a good listener, which is a valuable attribute. I always listen to my patients and include them (and their families) in decisions about their health care. | Why I entered medicine | I wanted to care for people. I have been interested in medicine since I was in high school. I originally became a pharmacist, but soon I decided to become a doctor, feeling I could have a greater impact on patient care. The most enjoyable part of being a doctor is seeing someone get better and knowing he or she appreciates your care. Dr. Lakata is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Tachycardia. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Osteopenia.

William Smolinski is a Cardiologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Smolinski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Tachycardia. His top areas of expertise are Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Aortic Regurgitation, and Atrial Fibrillation.

James Sandberg is a Cardiologist in Allentown,, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sandberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Tachycardia. His top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Ectopic Heartbeat, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Philosophy of care | I believe in patient oriented medicine care. My goal is to provide detailed education to you about your condition and help you make decisions based on most recent available medical literature and guidelines. Empathetic care and family support contributes to speedy recovery. I want to assure you and your family that I will put my best efforts in applying my skills, my experience, advancing and ever-changing technologies, and my judgment to get you back to your routine life. | Why I entered medicine | I became a doctor to help heal those who are ailing. | Community involvement | Away from patient care, I volunteer to give health education lectures to the community. | Personal interests | Outside of my work, I greatly enjoy traveling, sightseeing and spending time with my wife and three children. Dr. Akbar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Tachycardia. His top areas of expertise are Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Fainting, Arrhythmias, and Cardiac Ablation.

Philosophy of care | I view myself as an advocate and an educator for my patients, and greatly enjoy getting to know them and their families over the years. I am also an expert in quality cardiac care. My goal is providing effective, safe and high-value care for all our Heart and Vascular Institute patients. | Why I entered medicine | I loved the science of muscle physiology, cardiac mechanics and therapeutics. I wanted to use this science to help people get better and live longer. | Community involvement | I am a member of the American Heart Association’s Circle of Red Society, women working in the community in various ways to raise awareness about heart disease. | Personal interests | I love spending time with my family. My children are runners and soccer players. My husband and I both run with them and enjoy watching them compete. Dr. Feiner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Tachycardia. Her top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Pediatric Myocarditis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Daniel Makowski is a Cardiologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Makowski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Tachycardia. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Cheri Fadlon is a Cardiologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Fadlon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Tachycardia. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Pompe Disease, Danon Disease, and Ectopic Heartbeat.

Philosophy of care | Listen to what the patient is telling you. They will tell you what's wrong. | Why I entered medicine | I enjoy the science of physiology and cardiology, and wanted to make a difference in the lives of people. | Personal interests | I enjoy hiking, basketball, running, and I love the Food Network. Dr. Snyder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Tachycardia. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Coronary Heart Disease, and Atherosclerosis.

Andrew Sumner is a Cardiologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sumner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Tachycardia. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, High Cholesterol, Aortic Regurgitation, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Pacemaker Implantation.