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 Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. 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 treating patients as equals and friends. When a patient visits, I want to make them comfortable when they share what’s happening with their health. I don’t like to lecture people, but I believe it’s important to educate patients about preventative medicine. It’s important to catch small issues before they become big problems. It's very enjoyable and very rewarding, particularly when I see patients in the hospital – and in the office – to know that what I am doing has an impact. I also like to find out what's going on in their lives in addition to the medical aspects – with their grandchildren, where they are going on vacation – just meeting people every day and getting to know them. | Why I entered medicine | Growing up, I played football and basketball in school, and I was always interested in how the body works. But my mom says it goes back ever further than that. She says I talked about being a doctor from the time I was 4 years old. I can’t imagine doing anything else – it’s who I am. | Community involvement | I spend time at Muhlenberg teaching interns, residents and medical students. | Personal interests | I'm caring, passionate, loyal and intense - intense in a good way. I care a lot about everything I do and everything that goes on around me. I love my family, and I spend as much time with them as possible. My wife and I have three children. And of course, we have our dog. Shes a German shorthair pointer and she’s definitely an important member of our family, too. I also spend a lot of time following sports – the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team and the Eagles. Dr. Wertz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. His top areas of expertise are Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Dementia, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

Philosophy of care | I believe in giving each patient time to explain their problem and then working with them to find safe, effective solutions. Informative and comprehensive discussions with my patients, plus quality care, yields long-lasting and trusting relationships. | Why I entered medicine | I always felt my role in life was to help others. Growing up with a physician father, I experienced the satisfaction being a doctor gave him and I wanted the same for myself. | Community involvement | I organize and run school fundraisers and charity programs. During the holiday season, I volunteer with meal delivery. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending time with my two children, watching my daughter play volleyball and hearing her sing in an a cappella group at school. I spend time cycling and exercising in my time off. I am also very lucky to have many family members in the area. Dr. Scharf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. His top areas of expertise are Hearing Loss, Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, Infant Hearing Loss, and Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome.

Philosophy of care | I treat everyone as I would want to be treated. | Why I entered medicine | Compassion and curiosity. I love applying knowledge acquired by science to the art of the betterment of mankind. | Personal interests | I enjoy SCUBA diving, skiing and woodworking. Dr. Koprowski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Sinusitis.

Bram Sakdiponephong is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sakdiponephong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Hypothyroidism, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

Thomas Koch is an Otolaryngologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Koch is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Sinusitis.

"Philosophy of care | My philosophy of care is patient-centered. I believe in a strong doctor and patient relationship that involves mutual respect, honesty, compassion and personal responsibility. I believe an essential part of ""doctoring"" is providing quality medical care in a caring atmosphere where every patient is heard and treated as a unique individual. | Why I entered medicine | Ever since I could remember I had always wanted to go into medicine. I am one of seven children. My mother was a nurse and she always encouraged me to enter the medical profession. She entered nursing school when I was 8 years old. I was brought up watching her study, listening to stories about patients and the hospital. My enthusiasm for medicine continued in high school and college; I loved the sciences. When it was time to fill out my application, I knew being a doctor would enable me to make a positive and meaningful difference in the lives of people when they need it most, and there are not many professions that give us that privilege. | Community involvement | I remain active in the community supporting my church, childrens schools and sports teams. I am also active in the American Heart Association's Lehigh Valley chapter. | Personal interests | As a mother of three beautiful children, wife of a wonderful cardiologist and a solo medical practitioner in internal medicine, personal interests are hard to fit in. My father purchased a home on the Jersey Shore in 1994, which allows me to enjoy the beach and precious time with my family. I also love to ski. I started skiing in medical school and make a yearly trek out West with my family and friends. As a physician, I am always reminding patients of the benefits of regular exercise, and I, too, try to remain physically active. In 2011, I completed the Lehigh Valley Marathon -- that was a very proud moment!". Dr. Persin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.

Brian Kuronya is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kuronya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Andrew Pestcoe is an Otolaryngologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Pestcoe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. His top areas of expertise are Otitis, Tinnitus, Infant Hearing Loss, and Jones Syndrome.

Victor Benitez is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Benitez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Vitamin D Deficiency, High Cholesterol, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Philosophy of care | I want to help people live their best life. | Why I entered medicine | My family comes from a combination of cultures. I was raised near the Venezuelan-Columbian border, and the exposure to this environment, with limited medical services, inspired me to work in improving access to health care to the area's inhabitants. Due to the political environment in Venezuela, I later chose to move to a country that cherishes freedom. | Personal interests | I enjoy my family, reading history, languages, swimming, scuba diving and playing tennis. Dr. Penaloza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity, Hepatitis C, and Cirrhosis.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy of care is to provide holistic care for you and patients of all ages. | Why I entered medicine | After a medical mission to Costa Rica during high school, I found myself yearning to provide the same type of direct patient care as the physicians I saw on that trip. | Community involvement | I have participated in a clinic at Safe Harbor in Easton for people experiencing homelessness. I also went on a medical mission to Honduras through the Shoulder-to-Shoulder Network, which promotes ethical leadership globally. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending free time with my family and friends, exploring new restaurants and traveling. Dr. Chung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. Her top areas of expertise are Hyperhidrosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Pain, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

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 Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Melorheostosis.

Philosophy of care | I pride myself on being compassionate, understanding and most of all sympathetic to the needs of my patients. Also, I have a sense of humor! I try to make my patients feel comfortable by simply listening to their needs. I believe in thorough communication and trying to explain what I am thinking to my patients. Understanding on both of our parts is extremely important to the doctor-patient relationship. | Why I entered medicine | I experienced multiple illnesses as a child, and I looked to my doctor for comfort and guidance. My pediatrician always gave my parents and me a feeling of peace - a sense that everything would be all right. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending time with my wife, two children and my dog. I also enjoy reading and spending time at the beach. Dr. Winas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. His top areas of expertise are Tracheobronchomalacia, Acquired Tracheomalacia, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

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 Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Osteopenia.

Harvey Hakim is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hakim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. His top areas of expertise are Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), and Endoscopy.

Anthony Amoroso is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Amoroso is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Cirrhosis.

Pramila Gupta is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Mountain Sickness, Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

Philosophy of care | I’m a primary care physician, so I treat the patient as a whole and address all needs, whether physical, mental or social. Specialists such as cardiologists may specifically treat the heart, or pulmonologists may treat the lungs. Primary care physicians treat the whole body from top to bottom. We identify the nature of the problem and address it or, if called for, are able to refer a patient for more specialized care. I enjoy what I do because I like to help patients and prevent diseases before they start. | Why I entered medicine | I wanted to help people and I like to interact face-to-face, so I always had a passion for medicine. It’s rewarding to help someone directly with my skills, mind and know-how, so to speak. And I like the long-term relationships that come with primary care. I treat people from ages 16 to 90 or even 100, and I get to know their families and kids. It’s very rewarding to take care of entire families. | Community involvement | I sing in a church choir and am involved in church life. I like to sing and enjoy music in general. | Personal interests | I enjoy skiing in winter and playing soccer in summer. I belong to a recreational soccer league of people above 40. We’ve been playing together for more than 12 years, mostly on weekends. For skiing, I like to go out West to the Rockies. I pick a different place each year, such as Big Sky, Montana, Snowmass, Colorado, Snowbird, Utah, and Jackson Hole, Wyoming, and go for a week at a time. Locally, I enjoy taking my kids to Blue Mountain and Camelback. Dr. Shevtziv is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. His top areas of expertise are Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, Bronchitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, and Sciatica.

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 Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy.