Philosophy of care | I pride myself on taking care of people, not diseases or body parts. | People come with histories, belief systems, truths and misconceptions about their diagnoses based on their prior experiences and those of others. I try to understand and appreciate where they’re coming from and all aspects of their life when treating them. | A cancer diagnosis can be frightening, and I don’t take that lightly. Patients allow me into their lives at what may be the scariest time ever for them. I try to include the family in treatment because family is important and the diagnosis involves everybody, not just one person. | I’m a member of the breast cancer multidisciplinary consultation team. Together, we review your diagnostic information and give you a written opinion reflecting the scope of your condition and recommendations for your best course of care. | Why I entered medicine | I was born and raised in Allentown, and Lehigh Valley Health Network has been part of my family as long as I can remember. | I grew up on the South Side of Allentown, not far from the LVH–Cedar Crest campus when it was a single building in what seemed the middle of a cornfield. My mother was treated for breast and lung cancer there. My father was treated for Legionnaire’s disease there. My brother was treated there for osteochondrosarcoma, a bone and cartilage cancer. I came from a family of blue-collar workers and nobody had been to college, but my family’s experience with cancer and disease inspired me to go to medical school and become a cancer surgeon. | Community involvement | I’m part of anything affiliated with breast cancer fundraising. I don’t belong to a lot of philanthropic organizations outside the hospital, but I participate in any activities the hospital sponsors, particularly when they’re related to breast cancer. | Personal interests | I collect shoes, and have for many years. Some are vintage or from notable designers who people might know from various TV shows, like Manolo Blahnik. I have a room in my home just for shoes, but they’re not strictly for display – I wear them every day. | As a woman in medicine who takes care of predominantly women, this is something fun I can share. In fact, I’ve become known for it, so new patients often look first at my feet to see what I’m wearing! I also enjoy Peloton, which is a type of stationary exercise bike with a large screen that allows you to connect with a community of users. It’s like a fitness Facebook except everybody doesn’t know all your business. My username is HellonHeelz. Dr. Alfonse is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Lymphadenectomy.

Philosophy of care | I want to help my patients enjoy life. I'm a person who cares about them as people, not just as patients. A cancer diagnosis can be a roller coaster for patients; being there for them gives me intense satisfaction and happiness. Also, I am a member of the breast cancer multidisciplinary consultation team. Together we review your diagnostic information and give you a written opinion reflecting the scope of your condition and recommendations for your best course of care. | Why I entered medicine | I always wanted to help and take care of others. I felt that being a physician would give me that opportunity. So, I wanted to be a physician right from childhood. | Community involvement | I am involved with raising awareness of cancer, especially cancer screening in the community. | Personal interests | I enjoy listening to music, reading and spending time with my family. Dr. Skandan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Endometrial Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Philosophy of care | I care about my patient as a human being not a case. I want to be my patient's advocate. For me, my patient's quality of life is very important. My education has taught me to pay attention to not only the medical aspects of a patient but also the emotional and psychosocial aspects. I saw varied pathology during my training that makes me feel very confident in treating my patients. | Also, I am a member of the breast cancer multidisciplinary consultation team. Together we review your diagnostic information and give you a written opinion reflecting the scope of your condition and recommendations for your best course of care. | Why I entered medicine | My grandmother had severe arthritis and was sick since my early childhood; I wanted to become a doctor to make her well. My husband is an interventional cardiologist. He always has supported and encouraged me in my career. | Personal interests | I spend my spare time with my family. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy on care is patient-centered at its core. I see my role as your physician to treat your medical condition but also to take into account other factors that play an important role in the delivery of health care. I hope to work together with you and my fellow team members to accomplish a desired goal and ultimately deliver exceptional medical care to you. | Why I entered medicine | My journey to a career in medicine was a bit roundabout. Initially, I started out with an interest in global health which led me to pursue a dual degree in public health and medicine. This was an attempt to better understand the global factors that play a role in the delivery of health care while studying the pathophysiology of disease. I chose oncology because I found myself drawn to the therapeutic potential of the field. I am excited by the ongoing advances and I look forward to offering these leading-edge treatments to my patients. | Community involvement | As a transplant from Washington, D.C., I look forward to becoming more engaged in local organizations as I start to get to know the area. | Personal interests | My husband and I enjoy hiking with our dog on the weekends and spending time with family and friends. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Gastrostomy.

Lee Riley is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Riley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Lymphadenectomy.

Bhartesh Shah is a Radiation Oncologist in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Shah has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.

William Smith is a Radiation Oncologist in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Smith has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Adenocarcinoma, and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.

Benjamin Foster is a Radiation Oncologist in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Foster is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Familial Prostate Cancer.

Grace Fan is a Radiation Oncologist in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Fan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Vulvar Cancer, Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Anal Cancer.

Yacoub Faroun is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Faroun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Richter Syndrome, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Pancreatoblastoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

John Mcknight is an Oncologist and a Hematologist Oncology provider in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mcknight is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Angiosarcoma. Dr. Mcknight is currently accepting new patients.

Mohamed Lareef is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lareef is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery.

Heidar Albandar is an Oncologist and a Hematologist Oncology provider in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Albandar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. Dr. Albandar is currently accepting new patients.

Hikaru Nakajima is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Nakajima is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Angiosarcoma.

Nicole Agostino is an Oncologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Agostino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Multiple Myeloma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

Maria Hafez is an Oncologist and a Hospital Medicine provider in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hafez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Liposarcoma, and Angiosarcoma. Dr. Hafez is currently accepting new patients.

Tamam Habib is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Habib is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, and Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS).