Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to treat others as I would like to be treated. I enjoy helping patients understand their medical problem in order to make an informed decision. | Also, I am a member of the breast cancer and genetic cancer multidisciplinary consultation teams. 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 uncle is an emergency medicine physician who inspired me to become a doctor and encouraged me through my training. To this day, I still seek his advice. I chose hematology oncology because I enjoy taking care of patients who are confronting serious health challenges. My mother had breast cancer and she was helped greatly by her physicians and a recently developed targeted therapy called Herceptin. I feel optimistic that the field is rapidly evolving due to scientific breakthroughs and will continue to do so throughout my career. I want to be a part of helping people during this exciting time. | Community involvement | I volunteered in a free clinic during my training. | Personal interests | I’m married and have two boys. I like to stay active. I teach my boys sports, go hiking or take my golden retriever, Charlie, for a walk. Dr. Lamparella is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER2 Negative Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Tissue Biopsy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Paula Jacobus is a Geriatrics provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Jacobus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER2 Negative Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Vascular Dementia, Cerebellar Degeneration, and HER2 Negative Breast Cancer.

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 HER2 Negative 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 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 HER2 Negative 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.

Hiral Shah is a Gastroenterologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER2 Negative Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.

John Martucci is a Radiologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Martucci is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER2 Negative Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Carbuncle, Boils, Folliculitis, and Bronchogenic Cyst.

Philosophy of care | I want each of my patients to feel like they are the only patient in the practice. Every patient is different. I want them to trust me and know that their care will be individualized to meet their needs and goals. I treat my patients like they are members of my family. My ultimate goal is their happiness. | Why I entered medicine | I knew I wanted to become a plastic and reconstructive surgeon when I read the book “The Work of Human Hands.” It’s about a pediatric surgeon in Boston and tells the stories of the children and families he helped throughout his career. I shared the physician’s desire to help people and make a real difference in their lives. | Community involvement | I volunteer with surgical missions as part of the organization Healing the Children. I visit third-world countries to care for children with cleft lip and cleft palate. I also care for our community as a member of our Bariatric Support Group and Multidisciplinary Breast Disease Management Team. | Personal interests | In my free time, I enjoy coaching my children’s sports teams, golfing, fly-fishing and reading. Dr. Wojcik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER2 Negative Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Familial Partial Lipodystrophy, Congenital Generalized Lipodystrophy, Melanoma, Mastectomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to simply help people. | Why I entered medicine | I believe it is a privilege to care for cancer patients. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER2 Negative Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Endometrial Cancer, Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Ureteroscopy, and Hernia Surgery.

Philosophy of care | The healing process requires trust, knowledge and hope. I try to create a feeling of trust, give patients the knowledge they need to understand their own condition, and of course, develop a plan that gives them hope. I treat my patients as if they are a member of my family or a close friend. I committed myself to that when I first thought of becoming a doctor. I know what it means. My dear aunt and grandmother both had breast cancer. I know how it affected my own family. Treating a patient like a member of the family means empowering my patients with understandable information and formulating a treatment plan that makes sense to them. I share my perspective with my patients, try to eliminate the unknown and help them to see the light after passing through darkness. | 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 was conflicted between my passion for classical music as a concert pianist and for the art of medicine as an intellectual. I came to a conclusion that I could combine both arts and make a compassionate career with the product of my hands - the art of Surgery. | Community involvement | I am committed to church activities, medical missions and mentorship. I am actively engaged in women's programs such as 'Show your chapeau', a fundraiser musical event to benefit breast cancer patients. | Personal interests | My interests are classical piano, church organ and oil painting. I am also fluent in Portuguese, Spanish and Korean. Dr. Whang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER2 Negative Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Lymphadenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

Nancy Roman is a Radiologist and a Pediatric Radiologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Roman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER2 Negative Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Galactocoele, Breast Lump, Breast Infection, and Fibrocystic Breast Disease.

Philosophy of care | I believe educating you about your medical diagnoses and conditions is an essential component of helping you heal. My goal is to provide you with excellent evidence-based compassionate care and treat you as if you are part of my own family. | Why I entered medicine | Deciding to pursue a medical career was a journey of discovery as I initially tried to stay away from the field. I was a school teacher for three years before I embarked into medicine. Ultimately, I learned that medicine combined the intriguing world of scientific discovery and the joy of teaching. It has allowed me to be a lifetime learner! | Community involvement | I am actively involved in the Society of Gynecologic Oncology and want to continue raising awareness of gynecologic cancers locally, regionally and nationally. I have been involved in raising money for the Women's Cancer Foundation and the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition by participating in their annual walks. I also support my local church and community. | Personal interests | I enjoy cooking, traveling, scuba diving, snowboarding and most of all, spending time with my family. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER2 Negative Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma, Endometrial Cancer, Sertoli-Leydig Cell Tumor, Oophorectomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy of care is to provide you the best care possible using the most updated information available. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine because I was a caregiver for family and friends. I wanted to be able to help people. | Community involvement | I assist with adopting families for the holidays. | Personal interests | Outside work I love to travel and read. I have mastered puzzling because of COVID. I love to watch my favorite football team. I love watching my nephew and nieces perform in their athletic competitions. Ms. Lehmann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER2 Negative Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Phantom Limb Pain, Legius Syndrome, HER2 Negative Breast Cancer, and BRCA Positive Breast Cancer.

Anastasia Bortz is a Nurse Practitioner in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Ms. Bortz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER2 Negative Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Pelvic Congestion Syndrome, HER2 Negative Breast Cancer, and BRCA Positive Breast Cancer.

Ashima Lyall is a Radiologist and a Nuclear Medicine provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lyall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER2 Negative Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Galactocoele, Breast Infection, and Fibrocystic Breast Disease.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy of care is to treat patients the way I would want to be treated – personally, with care, compassion, and importance. I evaluate every symptom you have as though it was the most important problem in the world and address it properly. | Why I entered medicine | I believe science holds the cure towards mankind’s ultimate survival and happiness though good medicine, proper nutrition, and a belief in the wisdom given to us all by our creator. | Personal interests | I enjoy many types of sports including golf and fishing. I also enjoy working in my garden and sharing good food. Dr. Vanblargan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER2 Negative Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Galactocoele, Breast Lump, Breast Infection, and Fibrocystic Breast Disease.

William Hearter is a Radiologist and a Nuclear Medicine provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hearter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER2 Negative Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Bronchogenic Cyst, Osteopenia, Melorheostosis, and Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.

Philosophy of care | My goal is to provide personalized care for you and all my patients. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine because I believed it was a profession that could positively impact people’s lives. Dr. Schubach is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER2 Negative Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Galactocoele, Breast Lump, Breast Infection, and Fibrocystic Breast Disease.

Roderick Quiros is a Surgical Oncologist in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Quiros is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER2 Negative Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Parathyroid Adenoma, Parathyroid Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

John Mcknight is an Oncologist and a Hematologist Oncology provider in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mcknight is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER2 Negative 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.

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 HER2 Negative Breast Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Angiosarcoma.