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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis. Her top areas of expertise are Dermatomyositis, Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis, Scleroderma, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.

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

Philosophy of care | I pride myself on being compassionate, understanding and most of all sympathetic to the needs of my patients. Also, I have a sense of humor! I try to make my patients feel comfortable by simply listening to their needs. I believe in thorough communication and trying to explain what I am thinking to my patients. Understanding on both of our parts is extremely important to the doctor-patient relationship. | Why I entered medicine | I experienced multiple illnesses as a child, and I looked to my doctor for comfort and guidance. My pediatrician always gave my parents and me a feeling of peace - a sense that everything would be all right. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending time with my wife, two children and my dog. I also enjoy reading and spending time at the beach. Dr. Winas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis. His top areas of expertise are Acquired Tracheomalacia, Tracheobronchomalacia, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

Kathryn Ussai is a Nephrologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ussai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.

Sharon Maynard is a Nephrologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Maynard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, Low Potassium Level, and Nephrosclerosis.

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 an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis. His top areas of expertise are Renovascular Hypertension, Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Nephrosclerosis.

Susan Kim is a Rheumatologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis. 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 Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis. Her top areas of expertise are Lupus Nephritis, Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), and Scleroma.

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

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 Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis. 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 Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis. Her top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Raynaud Phenomenon, Reactive Arthritis, and Vitamin D Deficiency.

James Ross is a Rheumatologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ross is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Necrotizing Vasculitis, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica.

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

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

Hana Masood is a Rheumatologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Masood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Scleroderma, Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD), and Raynaud Phenomenon.

Michael Dunn is a Nephrologist in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Dunn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Nephrosclerosis.

Adam Dratch is a Nephrologist in Quakertown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Dratch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, and Low Sodium Level.

Jolanta Zelaznicka is a Rheumatologist in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Zelaznicka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Osteoporosis.

Iqbal Sorathia is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Quakertown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sorathia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis. His top areas of expertise are Polycythemia Vera, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Jared Nothstein is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Quakertown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Nothstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.