Philosophy of care | Most patients with back or neck pain do not need surgery. I believe my job is to discuss all the options with you so together we can make an informed decision about your care. I think patients do better when they play an active role in their treatment. | Why I entered medicine | I knew early on that I wanted to be a surgeon because of its hands-on aspect. My mother was an operating room nurse, so I had the opportunity to observe surgery while in high school. This experience steered me toward orthopedic surgery. | Community involvement | We are active in our church and with the various sports organizations in which our children are involved. | Personal interests | When not working I enjoy reading, guitar, golf and cycling. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. Dr. Henderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

Michael Kim is a Neurologist in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. His top areas of expertise are Serotonin Syndrome, Continuous Spike-Wave During Slow Sleep Syndrome, Photosensitive Epilepsy, and Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope.

Robert Beatty is a Neurosurgery provider in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Beatty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Beatty is currently accepting new patients.

John Kline is a Physiatrist and a Pain Medicine provider in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kline is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. His top areas of expertise are Volkmann Contracture, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Stroke, and Familial Periodic Paralysis.

Gerald Larar is a Radiologist and a Nuclear Medicine provider in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Larar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Primary Lymphoma of the Brain, Thyroid Nodule, and Boils.

Dr. Strom is fellowship trained in orthopaedic spine surgery. His clinical interests include degenerative, traumatic and neoplastic spinal diseases; spinal deformities; adult scoliosis; back or neck problems; cranial and peripheral nerve disorders; degenerative disc spine tumors; and spinal infections. He earned his medical degree from Washington University, St. Louis, completed his residency at New York University Medical Center, and completed his fellowship in orthopaedic spine surgery at the University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Strom is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. His top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, Delirium, Lordosis, Laminectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

Tan Chen is an Orthopedics provider in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. His top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, Lordosis, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, and Spinal Fusion.

Dr. Chaudhary is an orthopaedic spine surgeon specializing in the treatment of adult and pediatric spinal disorders, addressing conditions in the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. He provides care for people with degenerative diseases, spinal deformities, trauma and tumors, and performs complex revision surgeries. Dr. Chaudhary performs a range of other procedures as well, including minimally invasive spine surgery, spinal fusions, deformity corrections and robotic-assisted techniques — always with a focus on restoring function and improving quality of life.|Originally from Gujarat, India, Dr. Chaudhary earned his medical degree at Government Medical College – Bhavnagar, after which he went on to complete his orthopaedic residency. Upon moving to the U.S., he completed fellowships in pediatric and adult spine surgery at Nemours Children’s Health and the University of Connecticut.|He chose to join Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, drawn by its commitment to innovation and patient-centered care.|“What I love most about my job is the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on my patients’ lives. Seeing someone walk again without pain, return to work, or enjoy time with family — that’s incredibly fulfilling.” Dr. Chaudhary says. He finds daily inspiration in the complexity of spine surgery and the resilience of his patients.|Dr. Chaudhary and his wife, a pharmacist, have 2 children, and he values the balance between his professional and family life. Outside of work, he enjoys traveling, cooking with his family, hiking, and exploring new cuisines. “My family is my greatest source of joy and motivation,” he says. Dr. Chaudhary is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Spinal Stenosis, Acute Pain, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.