Philosophy of care | I strive to understand your perspective and partner with you to determine the course that best adheres to your needs as my patient. I see myself as the consultant for health care. I had the privilege of attending medical school and residency. I can translate and help you understand the risks vs. benefits of diagnostic testing, screenings and treatments. | Why I entered medicine | My father shared his passion for the human body – how it heals, how it grows, how it survives. I wanted a career in which I could help people and I loved learning about the human body. | Community involvement | I’m involved with American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) advocacy; Moms Demand Action, a grassroots movement fighting for public safety measures regarding gun violence; and in volunteering education for parents to feed children. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending free time with my family, culinary medicine, using the rower and art. Dr. Pinkham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypothyroidism, and Obesity in Children.

Cheryl Lipson is a Nephrologist in Palmerton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lipson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Necrosis, Low Sodium Level, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).

Nicholas Varvarelis is a Nephrologist in Palmerton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Varvarelis is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Renovascular Hypertension, Low Sodium Level, and Necrosis.

Dhaval Sureja is a Nephrologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sureja is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Renovascular Hypertension, Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Low Sodium Level, and Kidney Transplant.

Sana Akbar is a Nephrologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Akbar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Chronic Kidney Disease, Low Sodium Level, and Kidney Transplant.

Philosophy of care | Listening is important. That's the most helpful to patients. You get the most insight into their personality. Communication is also important -- not only with the patient, but with the patient's family, and especially in the hospital or nursing home. Good communication goes a long way. I've been doing this for more than 10 years, and you build a relationship with your patients. I like to catch up, see how they're doing, ask about their family, vacations. | Why I entered medicine | My father was a doctor, and that had an impact on me when I was growing up. | Personal interests | My greatest passion in life is my family -- my wife and my two daughters. That's the most important thing to me. I spend a lot of time with the family, and I like to fish. We're big Eagles fans, and I have season tickets. Dr. Ehrig is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Cyclic Neutropenia, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Multiple Myeloma, and Cirrhosis.

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 Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Dementia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

Wayne Mcwilliams is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mcwilliams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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 Chronic Kidney Disease. 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 | 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 Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy.

Stanley Walker is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Northampton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Walker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Low Potassium Level, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

Wassim Abosamra is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Northampton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Abosamra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Nelson Kopyt is a Nephrologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kopyt is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, Glomerulonephritis, and Kidney Transplant.

Peter Fumo is a Nephrologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Fumo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, and Hypercalcemia.

Philosophy of care | I treat my patients as if they are from my family. | Why I entered medicine | I have always liked science, and I really enjoy what I can do for my patients. I focus on educating my patients about their medical condition and help them understand their options of therapy. | Community involvement | Educating students is something I do to help others. | Personal interests | I enjoy gardening in my spare time. Dr. Bollu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.

Philosophy of care | I want to develop a long-term relationship with patients, enabling them to navigate the often confusing medical system as it pertains to the care of chronic kidney disease, dialysis, transplantation, hypertension and electrolyte management. | Why I entered medicine | I enjoy scientific inquiry, but I wanted to apply scientific knowledge to help people improve their lives. | Community involvement | I participate in many community service initiatives of the local National Kidney Foundation chapter, including giving lectures, counseling at chronic kidney disease screening events and being a patient advocate. I am also active in my church, providing food to a local pantry and getting involved in many community service projects. | Personal interests | My interests are faith, family, friends and fitness, especially road cycling. I also enjoy playing the trumpet. Dr. Schairer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, and Nephrosclerosis.

James Reichart is a Nephrologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Reichart is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).

Drew Harrison is a Nephrologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Harrison is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.

William Mcelhaugh is a Nephrologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mcelhaugh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.

Philosophy of care | Acting in the best interests of the patient is always my top priority. | Why I entered medicine | Growing up in a rural area, I found the available care to be somewhat substandard. I decided that I would commit myself to improving the lives of my patients by providing them with the best possible care. | Personal interests | I enjoy gardening and exercising. I also maintain a saltwater aquarium. Dr. Wilcox is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Renovascular Hypertension, Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Nephrosclerosis.