Philosophy of care | I believe that patients and providers need to work together as a team. It is important to treat the whole person, not just the disease. | Why I entered medicine | I love having the opportunity to work together with people to improve quality of life. Dr. Sharim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), MASS Phenotype, Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, and Scleroderma.

Philosophy of care | As a rheumatologist, I help you find a diagnosis for your symptoms, educate you on your diagnosis and discuss various treatment options to improve your quality of life. | Why I entered medicine | My love of science and the intricacies of the human body plus my desire to help people in need allowed me to realize medicine was a perfect fit for me. | Community involvement | I support our local Arthritis Foundation chapter and enjoy running races for charity. | Personal interests | In my spare time, I enjoy running, skiing, seeing movies, traveling and spending time with family and friends. Dr. Rudzinski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Her top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Raynaud Phenomenon, Reactive Arthritis, and Vitamin D Deficiency.

William Scharle is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Internal Medicine in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Scharle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH), Defective Apolipoprotein B-100, and Familial Hypercholesterolemia.

Charles Ludivico is a Rheumatologist in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ludivico is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Reactive Arthritis, Sjogren Syndrome, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis.

Farheen Jaffari is a Rheumatologist in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Jaffari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Her top areas of expertise are Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Sjogren Syndrome. Dr. Jaffari is currently accepting new patients.

David Hoffman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hoffman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, and Rotor Syndrome.

Ellen Field is a Rheumatologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Field is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Her top areas of expertise are Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD), and Polymyalgia Rheumatica.

Maria Ghetu is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics and Family Medicine in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ghetu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Christopher Mathur is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mathur is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Low Sodium Level, Acute Mountain Sickness, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

Shantanu Bishwal is a Rheumatologist in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bishwal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Osteoporosis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica.

Philosophy of care | I offer you compassionate, caring and high-quality patient care with a focus on preventive medicine and patient safety. | Why I entered medicine | I entered the medical field to be of service to others and to improve the health and well-being of our communities. | Community involvement | I work with and sponsor programming at local shelters, temples and other religious institutions. I have served on the board of trustees for a local high school, and have been active in the Easton-area community more than 40 years. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending time with my family – especially my young grandchildren, rooting for Philadelphia sports teams and keeping up with current events. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Ureteroscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Nicole Chiappetta is a Rheumatologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chiappetta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Her top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

Jolanta Zelaznicka is a Rheumatologist in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Zelaznicka is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Osteoporosis.

Philosophy of care | My goal is to work closely with patients to improve their quality of life and overall well being by offering the most up-to-date treatment options and developing the right treatment plan for each individual patient. Dr. Dunn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Lupus Nephritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis.

Susan Kim is a Rheumatologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis.

Philosophy of care | Improving my patients' quality of life is of utmost importance. I love it when patients tell me they have returned to doing the things they enjoy most – whether that be work, exercise or a hobby – because their prescribed treatment is effective. | Why I entered medicine | Rheumatology is exciting to me because the treatment of autoimmune disease and arthritis has recently significantly improved. Many new medications, especially those to treat rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and gout have become available to physicians and patients in just the past 10 years. | Community involvement | I help organize fundraising and educational programs for our local chapter of the Arthritis Foundation. | Personal interests | I very much enjoy spending time with my family and friends, cooking with my children, and travel. Dr. Ingraham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Her top areas of expertise are Lupus Nephritis, Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), and Scleroma.

Philosophy of care | I believe in taking care of you with a unique plan for your lifestyle. Especially in the field of rheumatology, no two patients are alike. My goal is to get you back to doing what you love to do. | Why I entered medicine | I have seen the impact of uncontrolled rheumatic diseases on a patient's quality of life. In the last few decades especially, there have been many new therapies that can significantly lessen pain and improve function. For that reason I feel lucky to be in medicine now. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending free time with family and friends. Dr. Somashekar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Her top areas of expertise are Perniosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Fibromyalgia, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica.

Philosophy of care | Patients with chronic diseases need special care and attention. It's important for me to educate patients so they feel more in control of their disease and their lives. | Why I entered medicine | Rheumatology is a very challenging specialty for physicians as well as for patients. The diseases are complex and encompass every field of medicine. Growing up in my community I was always grateful for the care given to me and my family. As a result, I wanted to provide my community medical care they needed, particularly those with challenging rheumatic illnesses. | Community involvement | Growing up in the Lehigh Valley, I enjoy participating in events with the Arthritis Foundation and running local races with my father. | Personal interests | Spending time with my family and friends. I also enjoy running outdoors and exercise when time allows. Dr. O'brien is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Her top areas of expertise are Dermatomyositis, Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis, Scleroderma, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.

Oliver Kurucz is a Rheumatologist in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kurucz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Psoriatic Arthritis.

Mark Durback is a Rheumatologist in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Durback is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Fibromyalgia, Sjogren Syndrome, and Psoriatic Arthritis.