The 20 Best Diaphragmatic Hernia Doctors Near Me in Allentown, PA

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 159 doctor with experience in Diaphragmatic Hernia near Allentown, PA. Of these, 85 are Experienced, 26 are Advanced, 7 are Distinguished and 6 are Elite.

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    Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Holly Hedrick is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hedrick is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diaphragmatic Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Omphalocele, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Natalie Rintoul is a Neonatologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Rintoul is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, High Blood Pressure in Infants, Umbilical Hernia, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alan Flake is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Flake is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diaphragmatic Hernia, Myelomeningocele, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

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    Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3500 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nick Adzick is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Adzick is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelomeningocele, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Thyroidectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Peranteau is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Peranteau is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Pulmonary Sequestration, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Emily Partridge is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Partridge is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Geisinger Medical Center - General Surgery

    100 North Academy Avenue, 
    Danville, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony T. Petrick, MD, FACS, FASMBS, is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in esophageal and bariatric surgery. Dr. Petrick performs a number of advanced and specialized surgical procedures including advanced endoscopy, revisional bariatric surgery, laparoscopic gastric band (or “lap band”), gastric bypass, biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch and gastric sleeve. He also treats people for various conditions affecting the stomach and gastrointestinal (GI) system, including hiatal and paraesophageal hernia, achalasia and acid reflux (GERD).|Board-certified in general surgery, Dr. Petrick earned his medical degree from Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. He completed general surgery residency at Georgetown University Medical Center in Washington, D.C. He then completed a fellowships in Surgical Oncology at and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston and in Bariatric and Foregut surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.|For the past 18 years, Dr. Petrick served as program director for the Geisinger bariatric and foregut surgical fellowship. He now serves as associate program director, acting as a mentor to bariatric surgery fellows. Dr. Petrick has a strong commitment to research in bariatric and foregut surgery and has authored more than 100 articles. Currently, he serves as chief quality officer for inpatient services at Geisinger and Director of the Division of Bariatric and Foregut surgery.|Dr. Petrick is an active member of the Society of Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons. He chairs to Data and Quality Committee for the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program and also serves as an editorial board member for the journal Surgical and Obesity-Related Diseases and a columnist for Bariatric Times.|In his free time, Dr. Petrick serves on the board of education at St. Joseph School in Danville. He also coaches the Susquehanna Valley Stampede varsity and junior varsity ice hockey teams.|Clinical Focus: Bariatric Surgery|If you’re a provider who’d like to refer a patient, call our 24/7 referral line at 800-332-8901 or visit www.emr-link.com. Dr. Petrick is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Gastric Bypass, and Endoscopy. Dr. Petrick is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Juliana Gebb is a Neonatologist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Gebb is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Myelomeningocele, Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery | Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery | Pediatric Surgery
    Referral may be required

    St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates General Surgery - E. Erie Avenue

    160 E Erie Ave, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alexander Chalphin is a General Surgeon and a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chalphin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroschisis, Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Chalphin is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery | Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery | Pediatric Surgery
    Referral may be required

    St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates General Surgery - E. Erie Avenue

    160 E Erie Ave, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alana Beres is a General Surgeon and a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Beres is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Infantile Pneumothorax, Hernia, Appendectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Beres is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UPMC Esophageal And Lung Surgery Institute At UPMC Shadyside

    5200 Centre Avenue, Suite 715, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James D. Luketich, MD, is the Henry T. Bahnson Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He specializes in all areas of thoracic oncology, including lung cancer, mediastinal malignancies, and esophageal cancer, as well as multidisciplinary management (combined chemotherapy/radiation/surgery) of esophagogastric carcinoma and lung cancer, and benign esophageal disease. Dr. Luketich is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Luketich is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery.

    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Referral required

    Geisinger Medical Center - General Surgery

    100 North Academy Avenue, 
    Danville, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David M. Parker, MD, FACS, FASMBS, is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in bariatric surgery for both adolescents and adults. Dr. Parker performs several advanced and specialized surgical procedures, including gastric bypass, biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch, revisional bariatric surgery, laparoscopic gastric band (or “lap band”) and gastric sleeve. He also provides care for various conditions affecting the stomach and gastrointestinal (GI) system, including hiatal hernia, paraesophageal hernia, achalasia and acid reflux.|He has a clinical interest in minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic surgery.|Board-certified in general surgery, Dr. Parker earned his medical degree from West Virginia University in Morgantown. He completed a general surgery residency at the Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center in Fort Gordon, GA, followed by a fellowship in bariatric and foregut surgery at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville.|While in medical school, he received the Presidential Award for Excellence in Scholarship. During his fellowship, he received the SAGES Award for best fellow presentation.|Dr. Parker serves as program director for the Geisinger bariatric and foregut surgical fellowship. He has a strong commitment to research in bariatric and foregut surgery and has authored more than 24 published articles.|He is an active member of the Society of Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons.|Dr. Parker has served in the United States Army and continues to serve as a lieutenant colonel in the United States Army Reserve. He is also a football enthusiast, rooting for the West Virginia Mountaineers in his free time. Dr. Parker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Obesity, Gastric Bypass, and Endoscopy. Dr. Parker is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UPMC Esophageal And Lung Surgery Institute At UPMC Primary And Specialty Care, Sewickley

    111 Hazel Lane, Suite 200, 
    Sewickley, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ryan M. Levy, MD, is a thoracic surgeon at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. Dr. Levy specializes in minimally invasive esophageal surgery, minimally invasive lung surgery, esophageal cancer, lung cancer, gastric cancer, gastroesophageal reflux disease, paraesophageal hernias, diaphragm hernias, lung nodules/masses, endoscopic management of Barrett's esophagus and esophageal cancer, diseases of the pleura, mediastinal tumors, tracheal disorders, and inflammatory responses to tissue injury. Dr. Levy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Lung Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Levy is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Levy is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UPMC Thoracic Surgery

    126 East Church Street, 
    Somerset, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Neil A. Christie, MD, is an assistant professor of surgery in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery and director of LIFE Bronchoscopy and Early Lung Cancer Detection Program. He specializes in select areas of thoracic surgery including minimally invasive thoracic surgery, antireflux surgery, fluorescent bronchoscopy, and thoracic stereotactic radiosurgery.Dr. Christie is board-certified in thoracic surgery. He received an undergraduate degree from Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario. He then completed a medical degree at the University of Toronto. Dr. Christie completed a residency in cardiothoracic surgery at the Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, and a fellowship in minimally invasive thoracic surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.Dr. Christie is a member of the Canadian Medical Association, American College of Surgeons, American Medical Association, and the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons.Learn more about Dr. Christie's research interests. Dr. Christie is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Mesothelioma, Endoscopy, and Thymectomy. Dr. Christie is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Christie is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Geisinger Community Medical Center - General Surgery

    1800 Mulberry Street, 
    Scranton, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Horsley attended the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, where he earned his degree in osteopathic medicine. He completed his residency at Geisinger Northeast General Surgery program in Wilkes Barre, Pa. He then continued his surgical training at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pa., where he completed a fellowship in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery.|Dr. Horsley is a board certified in general surgery by the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery. He holds certifications by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) for metabolic & bariatric surgery and by the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) for advanced GI MIS & bariatrics, and is verified by ASMBS/SAGES for bariatric endoscopy-bariatric endoscopy skill acquisition focused evaluation (BE-SAFE). Dr. Horsley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Malnutrition, Hiatal Hernia, Gastric Bypass, and Endoscopy. Dr. Horsley is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Geisinger Medical Center - General Surgery

    100 North Academy Avenue, 
    Danville, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Croatian
    Accepting New Patients

    Vladan Obradovic, MD, is a general surgeon specializing in bariatric surgery. Dr. Obradovic performs a number of advanced and specialized weight loss surgery procedures, including biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch, advanced endoscopy, revisional bariatric surgery, foregut surgery, laparoscopic gastric band (or “lap band”), gastric bypass and gastric sleeve.|Dr. Obradovic has a clinical interest in minimally invasive and robotic surgery.|Dr. Obradovic earned his medical degree from the University of Belgrade School of Medicine in Belgrade, Serbia. He completed residencies in general surgery at the Belgrade School of Medicine, and Health Centre Krusevac in Krusevac, Serbia, and digestive system and hepatobiliary surgery at the University Clinical Center of Belgrade. He then completed general surgery residency and fellowship in bariatric surgery at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville and a certification in robotic assisted surgery at Intuitive Surgical Headquarters in Sunnyvale, CA.|A resident of Danville, Dr. Obradovic is committed to serving his community by giving the best care he possibly can. He was inspired to pursue a career in medicine by his father, who was a physician.|In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends and walking his dog. Dr. Obradovic is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Obesity, Hernia, Gastric Bypass, and Endoscopy. Dr. Obradovic is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Jefferson Comprehensive Weight Management - Navy Yard

    3 Crescent Drive, Floor 4, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Francesco Palazzo is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Palazzo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Palazzo is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Palazzo is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anne Ades is a Neonatologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ades is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Gastroschisis, Atresia of Small Intestine, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Upmc

    5200 Centre Ave Ste 715, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Evan Alicuben is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Alicuben is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Referral may be required
    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Julie Moldenhauer is a Neonatologist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Moldenhauer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myelomeningocele, Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Pulmonary Sequestration, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    When should I see a Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor near Allentown, PA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor near Allentown, PA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Diaphragmatic Hernia doctors near Allentown, PA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Diaphragmatic Hernia doctors near Allentown, PA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor near Allentown, PA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor near Allentown, PA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Diaphragmatic Hernia doctors near Allentown, PA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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