Philosophy of care | I believe my main role is to teach. My patients benefit from my education, training, experience and expertise. Ultimately, though, it is the patients who will decide what is best for themselves, and I strive to help make those decisions as easy and well-informed as possible. | Why I entered medicine | I became a family physician to care for people of all ages. It is exciting and rewarding to help my patients improve their health. | Community involvement | Pack Committee Cub Scouts Pack 439 Assistant Den Leader Pack 439 St. Thomas More, Allentown | Personal interests | I enjoy family time, reading, music and short distance triathlons. I am new to marathons. Dr. Mcneill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Jock Itch, Subacute Combined Degeneration, Toxic Nodular Goiter, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy of medicine encompasses a comprehensive approach. I like my patients to take an active role in their health care and allow me the privilege of helping them make the best decisions for them. Patients don’t fit a mold. They are unique. Getting to know them and their loved ones is the best way for me to gain insights into their specific needs and concerns, and allows me to help them achieve their individual goals. I treat patients using both conventional medicine and osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) when appropriate. OMT is an additional practice I learned in medical school that connects the musculoskeletal system to systemic and localized disease, including everything from chronic aches and pains to more acute illnesses such as sinusitis and ear infections. | Why I entered medicine | I chose medicine to help patients travel through life making the best choices for their health and well-being. I find it empowering and intimate to be able to positively impact a patient’s life. It’s not something everyone gets to do, and I don’t take this privilege for granted. I continually learn from my patients so I can keep providing the best care possible. | Community involvement | Throughout college I participated in volunteer spring breaks. This included disaster relief after Hurricane Katrina helping victims in Texas and Mississippi. I was also involved in many Habitat for Humanity projects. | Currently, I’m involved with the Jim Thorpers bicycle team, which rides yearly in the Tour de Shore Charity Ride from Philadelphia to Atlantic City to raise donations for families of fallen first responders. | Personal interests | Growing up in Palmerton, Pa., I’ve always been a fan of the outdoors. A majority of my family and friends from high school still live in the area, and I return home regularly to see them. For the past year, friends in the Center Valley, Pa.-area have included me in a lot of their fitness endeavors. I recently completed my first half-marathon and will be running a second one in a few months. When I’m not outdoors, I’m enjoying local music and visiting a lot of the attractions in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton area. Dr. Haydt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Phacomatosis Pigmentokeratotica, Hypothalamic Hamartomas, Phacomatosis Pigmentovascularis, and Sturge-Weber Syndrome.

Kenneth Truscott is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hamburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Truscott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Gastroparesis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Sinusitis.

Amrit Narula is a Gastroenterologist in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Narula is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Diverticular Disease, Colitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

Elisabeth Kramer, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist, also known as a GI doctor. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in internal medicine and gastroenterology.|Dr. Kramer earned her medical degree from Georgetown University Medical School in Washington, D.C. She completed her residency at the Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York and her gastroenterology fellowship at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Kramer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Her top areas of expertise are Malnutrition, Protein Deficiency, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Esophagitis, and Endoscopy.

Dr. Darhun is a board-eligible physician specializing in family medicine. His clinical interests include preventive care and chronic disease management. Dr. Darhun attended Drexel University, where he received his medical degree, and completed his residency at Reading Hospital and Medical Center. Dr. Darhun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Lung Cancer, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypothyroidism.

Philip Baney is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hamburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Baney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypertension.

Sandy Lee is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hamburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

Robert Budinetz is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hamburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Budinetz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Sciatica, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo.

Frank Matrone is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hamburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Matrone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Schwannomatosis, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

Cristin Weicker is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Weicker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Her top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Multiple Myeloma, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

George Heffner is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Heffner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Decerebrate Posture, Decorticate Posture, Pacemaker Implantation, and Hip Replacement.

Manish Mishra is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mishra is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Lung Metastases, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

Philosophy of care | I believe in the osteopathic philosophy of treating the whole person. I believe in being collaborative with patients and informative. I try to inform patients what their choices are. I also am collaborative and informative with each patient's specialists. It's best for the patient if we are all on the same page. I try to talk directly with the other doctors by phone, especially when it's urgent. I believe in being honest. | Why I entered medicine | I chose to pursue a career in family medicine so I could use my training to benefit others and work with other professionals with team approach toward this goal. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending time with my wife and daughters, reading American history and doing outdoor projects. Dr. Elliott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol.

Philosophy of care | I apply evidence-based medicine to provide primary care that treats existing problems, prevents future issues and uncovers health risks. I firmly believe the best care is prevention. During the opioid crisis I gained experience managing substance use disorders as well as treating and preventing infectious diseases. My goal is helping patients better manage chronic conditions, prevent complications and hospitalizations, and establish healthier habits using all applicable therapies. | Why I entered medicine | Our large family valued health and work. One of my sisters was a nurse, and I watched her help our family, neighbors and in the clinic with her expertise and skills. That impressed me tremendously and gave me the impetus to pursue a medical career. It gives me a great satisfaction to help others in an immediate and concrete way, and to walk with them on their journey to healing. | Community involvement | My family and I just moved from New York, where I worked the past 30 years. I am looking forward to being involved in the community regarding environmental conservation and habitat preservation. We love animals. | Personal interests | I love to be with my family, which includes six dogs, two cats, two parrots and several chickens. We enjoy long walks with the dogs, playing tennis and ping-pong, and cooking traditional family dishes on the weekends. Dr. Almakaev is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Subacute Combined Degeneration, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Folate Deficiency.

Joseph Puzzi, MD, is a pediatric and adult otolaryngologist who treats a broad spectrum of ear, nose and throat (ENT) conditions, including allergies, rhinology, head and neck masses, otologic and hearing disorders, sleep apnea disorders and facial plastic reconstruction for skin cancer. Specializing in head and neck surgery, Dr. Puzzi also has a clinical interest in the medical and surgical management of thyroid, salivary, nasal and sinus disorders.|“I love the variety of patients I get to see,” he says. “I am always excited to see who is coming in for an appointment and the fresh challenges that are presented each day. I have great daily satisfaction that I am impacting lives in a positive way and this tremendous sense of fulfillment is what drives me.”|Dr. Puzzi is an Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society member. He completed a head and neck surgery fellowship with the American Academy of Otolaryngology after earning his master’s degree from Cornell University, where he was advised to pursue conventional medicine — a decision he regards as the best advice he ever received. He obtained his medical degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine and completed his otolaryngology residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia.|Board-certified with the American Board of Otolaryngology, he takes pride in the relationships and loyalty he's cultivated with his patients over the years. “The personal phone calls, texts and kind referrals from former and current patients mean the most to me,” he says. Dr. Puzzi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Palatal Myoclonus, Ozena, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, and Myringotomy.

Dianna Lazur is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lazur is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Her top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Carol Miller is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Miller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Her top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Lung Metastases, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Kimberly Hashin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hashin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4, and Defective Apolipoprotein B-100.

Gubbi Ranganath is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ranganath is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.