Philosophy of care | Effective medical care begins with a deep understanding of each patient’s circumstances and needs. The physician-patient relationship is foundational and must be a two-way dialogue built on trust and respect. I prioritize learning what truly matters to you and your family. I offer treatment recommendations and options that align with your values, preferences and goals. While my clinical focus is on blood disorders and blood cancers, listening carefully and tailoring care to patients is the heart of everything I do. I provide guidance and recommendations, but the decisions ultimately belong to you, the patient. I strongly believe in a team-based approach, where collaboration and communication yield the best outcomes. | Why I entered medicine | When I started college, medicine was the farthest thing from my mind; I was an economics major and took the MCAT on a whim. To my surprise, I scored far better than expected for someone without a science background, and that led me to medical school. Looking back, I can’t imagine doing anything else. Medicine – and caring for patients – has become my true passion. My path into the field was unconventional but led me exactly where I was meant to be. Practicing hematology and oncology isn’t just a career for me – it’s the only thing I can see myself doing. | Community involvement | As a part of cancer center leadership, I participate in local events and charities for patients with cancer and blood diseases, including speaking to the leukemia/lymphoma society. I am particularly fond of events centered around running for cancer charities. | Personal interests | Running is a personal passion of mine – second only to medicine and my family. Dr. Lash is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Carcinoid Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy of care is to work closely with my patients and use informed decision-making to provide the right care for the right person. It is important to understand each person when making decisions to avoid a cookie cutter approach to care. | Why I entered medicine | I chose to enter medicine because it offered me a way to apply my interest in biology in a meaningful way. It is personally rewarding to see the impact you can have on someone's life while simultaneously tackling the intellectual challenges of medicine. | Community involvement | I am actively involved in medical education on multiple levels. My strongest interest is in providing graduate medical education to resident physicians. I also work closely with the medical students enrolled in the Lehigh Valley Health Network-University of South Florida curriculum. Several of my educational interests also involve providing medical care to underserved populations. | Personal interests | I am very involved with my children and their interests. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Carcinoid Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Pyridoxine Deficiency, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Melorheostosis, and Endoscopy.

Philosophy of care | Personalized care starts during my first meeting with a patient and family. That's when I get to know the patient as completely as possible. I want to know about the patient's concerns, values and support system so I can provide care that is specific to him or her. | Also, I am a member of the skin and soft tissue 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 | When I was young, I didn't like seeing doctors. It created a lot of anxiety for me. Now that I'm older, I can relate to the way people feel, especially when they're coping with the emotions caused by a serious condition like cancer. My grandmother died of uterine cancer in the 1960s. During her battle, I felt helpless. That is what attracted me to cancer research. Now I see the amazing progress we are making through cancer research. | Community involvement | I served on the state board of the American Cancer Society. Today, I take more of a grassroots approach to offer my support. I participate in events, such as 5K runs, that benefit charities. Dr. Nair is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Carcinoid Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Clear Cell Sarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, and Melanoma.

Philosophy of care | I am a member of the GI 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. Dr. Khalil is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Carcinoid Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Anal Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Philosophy of care | I strongly believe a good physician combines medical knowledge with an ability to forge strong human connections and provides compassionate healing. I will guide you with what science has to offer and help you make health decisions while respecting your viewpoints, experiences and cultural beliefs. I understand the importance of communication in the current health care environment, and will strive to keep you and your family informed every step of the way. I want to approach medicine with the understanding that science can help us make good decisions, but sometimes does not have all the answers. | Why I entered medicine | Since childhood I have loved to care for people. It started with my own family, including my grandparents, who lived with us. That love of caring translated into a love of medicine and became a career. What I also deeply care about is building interpersonal connections based on a foundation of trust, compassion and mutual concern. My career in medicine provides me the perfect platform to pursue my interest while using my knowledge to help others. | Community involvement | I am involved with Meals on Wheels, soup kitchens and local charities focused on education. | Personal interests | I love gardening, nature travel, hiking and spending my free time with my family. Dr. Joshi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Carcinoid Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Sjogren Syndrome, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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 Carcinoid Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, and Schnitzler Syndrome.

Arturo Loaiza-Bonilla is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Loaiza-Bonilla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Carcinoid Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, and Pancreatic Cancer. Dr. Loaiza-Bonilla is currently accepting new patients.

Basil Ahmed is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ahmed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Carcinoid Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Essential Thrombocythemia, Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, and Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia.

Nidhi Karia is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Karia has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Carcinoid Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Apoplexy, Peptic Ulcer, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Kunal Bhagatwala is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bhagatwala has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Carcinoid Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Anna Niewiarowska is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Niewiarowska is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Carcinoid Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Lung Cancer.

Cynthia Martin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Martin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Carcinoid Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Osteopenia, and Cirrhosis.