Dr. Barbara L. Plucknett

Philosophy of care | I help you understand your specific health needs by providing care that is current and compassionate in a manner all patients can understand. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine rather than research when I realized my strength is the ability to communicate with people of all levels in an effective manner. It is a gift that I was given to have the ability to understand very complicated problems and make a difference in people lives to be healthy, happy and safe. | Community involvement | I offer community lectures regarding HPV infections and cervical cancer awareness. I am an education committee member at the International Anal Neoplasia Society (IANS) and a speaker at free WebEx seminars. | Personal interests | In my free time I enjoy exercise, gardening and traveling. Dr. Hipps is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Dysplasia. Her top areas of expertise are Cervical Dysplasia, Human Papillomavirus Infection, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, and Vulvovaginitis.

Lynne Coslett-Charlton is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Coslett-Charlton is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Dysplasia. Her top areas of expertise are Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Vulvovaginitis, Lichen Sclerosus, Angiomyoma, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Philosophy of care | My partner and I treat people like family. We respond to questions immediately, and when we order tests, our philosophy is that we should call every patient with results ourselves. I make those calls every day before I go home for supper. That way patients can make the most informed decisions about their care. We work closely with colleagues at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest and are very happy to refer our patients to specialists in disciplines like infertility and gynecologic oncology. We make sure we abide by screening guidelines for tests such as bone density so we can refer our patients for appropriate treatment. | Why I entered medicine | I grew up in the Lehigh Valley, where a lot of family friends were physicians, and I was struck by how they took care of patients and had great concern for them. I wanted to help people get healthy and stay healthy, and was most interested in delivering babies. Even though I no longer practice obstetrics, I’ve been here since 1980s and have delivered about 3,000 babies for area families. People I’ve delivered often bring their own children back to see me, and that’s very rewarding. | Community involvement | I’ve been on an advisory board for the local Red Cross and contribute to that organization and the Salvation Army, which is a major provider for local poor and homeless people. Many of our homeless are veterans who served their country and are now sick. The Salvation Army takes care of a lot of them. I appreciate the work they’ve done for vets who have come on hard times. | Personal interests | Beyond spending time with my wife, who is a local bookkeeper, and our two college-age kids, I like outdoor activities like water sports, hiking, fishing and camping. I grew up that way – my parents always had us doing things outdoors. We usually do a beach trip to Cape May in the summer. When you work indoors all week, it’s nice to be out waterskiing or being in the natural environment. Dr. Yaswinski is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Osteopenia, and Pelvic Inflammatory Disease.