Philosophy of care | The physician’s role is to accurately diagnose and treat disease, but the practice of medicine also requires the doctor to see the entirety of who our patients are. Illness is disruptive and disorienting, and it can chip away at the big and small joys of life. I want to ease this suffering by guiding my patients through the process of diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. I aim to see my patients and their families for all their complexities, and my goal is to help them get back to what they love doing. | Why I entered medicine | My grandfather was a family physician here in the Lehigh Valley, and I grew up witnessing his dedication to healing and his unwavering empathy. Medicine offers the perfect blend of cognitive and technical challenges, and it’s a career that guarantees the privilege of knowing and taking care of our patients. | Community involvement | I’ve been involved in Scouting throughout my life. As an Eagle Scout, I’m excited to be the leader for my son’s Cub Scout den. | Personal interests | In my free time, I enjoy distance running and hobby board gaming. I love being outside and traveling with my wife and three children. Dr. Zator is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to treat you as I would a member of my own family, offering guidance in your time of need. I strive to provide state-of-the-art care for each patient during every encounter. I will do my best to make sure you understand your condition so you can continue to take strides toward optimum health. | Why I entered medicine | It hurts my soul when people don’t feel good. Since childhood I’ve been passionate about wanting to help people feel better. Growing up I saw the relationship my father had with his own doctor, and that inspired me. | Community involvement | I have volunteered in Mother Teresa’s mission in Calcutta, India. I also have organized and managed a team of 30-plus staffers for Lustgarten Foundation pancreatic cancer fundraiser walks in Allentown the last 12 years. | Personal interests | In my spare time I enjoy biking with family, tennis and meditation. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Liver Transplant.

Philosophy of care | Medical care means partnership and teamwork with patients and their families based on an individual approach. | Why I entered medicine | Pediatrics is a wonderful field, allowing me to work with children and their families, and applying science by providing medical care. | Personal interests | I enjoy hiking, exploring and the arts. Dr. Busse is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Keratomalacia, Malnutrition, Febrile Neutropenia, Streptococcal Group A Infection, and Cataract Removal.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy centers around building relationships with patients, whether it be for a routine screening colonoscopy or long-term treatment of irritable bowel syndrome or ulcerative colitis. | Why I entered medicine | Medicine should focus 100% on patient care. I entered the field to treat you and all my patients the way I would want my family members treated: with care, respect and to the best of my knowledge and skill. | Community involvement | Saint Thomas More Catholic Church. South Parkland Youth Association. | Personal interests | I enjoy sports, hiking, muscle cars and grandkids. Dr. Bross is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Crohn's Disease, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Philosophy of care | I provide the best possible evidence-based care to my patients, and look forward to helping you. | Why I entered medicine | The medical field fascinated me, and I loved how I could apply the science of gastroenterology to improve lives. | Community involvement | I am active at the Jewish Community Center and the Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley. | Personal interests | I enjoy skiing, long-distance running and spending quality time with my wife and children. Dr. Mendelson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Eric Nellis is a Gastroenterologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Nellis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Philosophy of care | For health to work, it truly needs to be individualized and centered on you. Everyone is different and it's hard to fit everyone into a medical textbook mold. I believe many things can be achieved by understanding disease processes, and sometimes less is more. Medications and procedures all have risks and benefits and deciding what truly needs to be prescribed or done is a discussion between me and you. Just because something can be done doesn't always mean it should be done. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine to help people take control of their health, feel empowered and make positive life changes based on informed decisions with me as a guide. Understanding the human body is challenging and it’s my job to translate all the medical jargon so you understand what is happening to you, why it is happening and what options you have. I've always viewed medicine as a partnership with patients and not a dictatorship; most people enjoy being in control of their own bodies and health. | Personal interests | I spend most of my free time outside with my husband and daughters hiking, biking, jogging or snowboarding and just living and being in the moment. Dr. Patek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastritis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Philosophy of care | I believe in taking care of you as a whole, investing in your emotional well-being as well as treating your physical ailment. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine because I wanted to help people. I have always found medicine and science fascinating, and the more I learned, the more I wanted to know. Gastroenterology is by far the most interesting specialty to me, and with the variety of pathology we see, it is never boring. | Community involvement | I routinely participate in local Step Beyond Celiac 5K events to raise money for celiac disease research, and have spoken at local PA gluten free expos. My personal and professional passion is to raise awareness for and to focus on patient education for celiac disease. | Personal interests | I love spending time with my son, daughter and husband, and enjoy improving on my gluten-free cooking skills. Dr. Baragona is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Celiac Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastric Dysmotility, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Philosophy of care | My aim is to provide quality care by educating you about your conditions so you feel more comfortable sharing your health concerns, have a better understanding of the treatment plan, and ultimately become a more active participant in your care. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine because I wanted to enter a field that combined my interest in science with the ability to work closely with people. Medicine provides this plus the opportunity to stay on the leading edge of technology and research while being a lifelong learner. | Community involvement | Locally, I am a member of the Pennsylvania Society of Gastroenterology. | Personal interests | I am an avid sports fan and season-ticket holder. I enjoy traveling to national parks and other new places, running, hiking, kayaking, listening to informative podcasts, and spending time with my family and dog. Dr. Sullivan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. His top areas of expertise are Lower Esophageal Ring, Biliary Hypoplasia, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Philosophy of care | I am a board-certified gastroenterologist with expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of a range of digestive disorders, especially gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), esophageal motility disorders and functional bowel diseases such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), I help you improve your quality of life through personalized care and evidence-based treatment. My patient-centered approach combines the latest advancements in gastroenterology with compassionate care to manage both common and complex digestive conditions. Dr. Hickey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Biliary Hypoplasia, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Joseph Bognet is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bognet is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. His top areas of expertise are Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 5, Familial Lipoprotein Lipase Deficiency, Apolipoprotein C2 Deficiency, and Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome.

Philosophy of care | On our inpatient unit we like to emphasize safe, effective and evidence-based care that is family and patient-centered. | Why I entered medicine | I chose a medical career because I have a deep desire to help children and allow them to grow into happy and healthy adults. I have always been fascinated by the complexities of diseases and the treatments available to help a child overcome an acute illness. | Community involvement | I am on the board of the BaseCamp Athletic Club, a non-profit based in New Jersey that brings people together to move in a healthy way (run, bike, walk, volunteer) to enhance community and personal development. I am also a volunteer youth coach, and I run a summer youth cross-country program. | Personal interests | My interests include competitive running and marathoning. Dr. Prendergast is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Febrile Neutropenia, Malnutrition, Cerebral Hypoxia, and Secondary Immunodeficiency (SID).

Lindsey Kudenchak is a Pediatrics provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kudenchak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Malnutrition, Febrile Neutropenia, Cerebral Hypoxia, and Myringotomy.

Jennifer Logan is a Pediatric Pulmonologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Logan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Cystic Fibrosis, Laryngomalacia, Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, and Secondary Immunodeficiency (SID).

Philosophy of care | As a pediatrician, I am here to provide guidance and support to help your children grow and thrive! Forming healthy habits during childhood provides the foundation for disease prevention and a healthy adult lifestyle. I believe in working together to make decisions as a team for what is right for your child and for your family. Every child is unique and, as a parent, no one knows your child better than you! I’m always happy to answer questions (nothing is too small or silly) and hope to put your mind at ease. | Why I entered medicine | I was always interested in science and became interested in medicine when my youngest sister was born extremely premature. Her experience in the NICU inspired me to dedicate my life to helping children. I feel incredibly grateful that I get to spend my career helping kids grow and develop into their best selves! | Community involvement | I enjoy teaching and volunteer as a mentor and tutor for underprivileged and/or underrepresented college students interested in medicine. | Personal interests | Outside of work you can find me spending time with my wife Brittany and our two labradoodles, Bailey and Wrigley. I love music, the beach, sports cars and video games. Dr. Okoniewski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. His top area of expertise is Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency.

Glenn Short is a Gastroenterologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Short is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. His top areas of expertise are Gastritis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

John Wolf is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Wolf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Prothrombin Deficiency, Melorheostosis, and Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.

Jonathan Mayhew is a Pediatrics provider in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mayhew is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children and Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. Dr. Mayhew is currently accepting new patients.

Edward Chen is a Gastroenterologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Celiac Disease, and Heartburn.

Chatargy Kaza is a Gastroenterologist in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kaza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. His top areas of expertise are Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Anemia, Colorectal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.