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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Acquired Tracheomalacia, Tracheobronchomalacia, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

Kristen Kingry is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kingry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

Andrew Sumner is a Cardiologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sumner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, High Cholesterol, Aortic Regurgitation, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Emilia Secheresiu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Secheresiu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

Henry Liu is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Liu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

Victor Benitez is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Benitez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Vitamin D Deficiency, High Cholesterol, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Philosophy of care | I want to help people live their best life. | Why I entered medicine | My family comes from a combination of cultures. I was raised near the Venezuelan-Columbian border, and the exposure to this environment, with limited medical services, inspired me to work in improving access to health care to the area's inhabitants. Due to the political environment in Venezuela, I later chose to move to a country that cherishes freedom. | Personal interests | I enjoy my family, reading history, languages, swimming, scuba diving and playing tennis. Dr. Penaloza is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity, Hepatitis C, and Cirrhosis.

Maria Jones is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Jones is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

Mark Velarde is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Wescosville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Velarde is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Decorticate Posture, Decerebrate Posture, High Cholesterol, and Familial Hypertension.

Robert Barnes is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Emmaus, Pennsylvania. Dr. Barnes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Cirrhosis.

Philosophy of care | I believe everyone is deserving of the right for equal medical care of the highest quality. Those of us with a career in medicine should do everything possible to provide that care. | Why I entered medicine | I chose to be a Family Medicine Physician because I was raised to believe it is everyone's duty to help serve the community and offer the skills we were blessed with. I can't imagine a profession that is as rewarding and as enjoyable! | Community involvement | I am interested in serving our local community. My passion is to help educate women on following a healthy lifestyle and to make sure we are focusing on preventative medicine. | Personal interests | In my spare time, I love to watch old movies. I also enjoy outdoor activities and running. Most of all, my greatest passion in life is to laugh. I think it's important to fully enjoy the precious moments we are given. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, High Cholesterol, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to be focused on patients and work with them to achieve optimal health through screening for medical conditions, addressing medical problems that arise and overall having a good, healthy lifestyle. I believe in the family medicine model of approaching the whole patient in the context of their background, including their cultural, religious and moral beliefs, to ensure the best outcomes and the healthiest life. That incorporates the entire family and the role family plays in health – because if patients have that social support, they actually have better outcomes in the long run. | Why I entered medicine | I got interested in medicine during college. I can’t say there was one defining moment or a specific event that led to it – I just had a fascination with human health. My interest solidified before I went to medical school when I worked as an office manager and medical assistant at a medical center in Queens, New York, where I grew up. I also did volunteer work in radiology, at a microbiology lab and with an ambulance corps. | Community involvement | I moved here from Queens in July 2016 so still feel new to the area. I’m enjoying learning more about the Lehigh Valley. | Personal interests | I like spending time with family and friends, going hiking and camping when possible and exploring what the Lehigh Valley has to offer – everything from restaurants to sights to natural walks and hikes. Some of my favorite places so far include Hawk Mountain, Glen Onoko Falls and Lake Nockamixon. I enjoy exploring nature, getting fresh air and being physically active. | I also like to travel and see different parts of the world – to recognize differences in cultures, cuisines and interactions between people. I’ve been to various places in South America and Europe such as a recent trip to Spain. I recently made a return visit to the Dominican Republic, where I had gone for a global health rotation during my medical residency. Dr. Costa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

Joseph Bognet is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bognet is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 5, Familial Lipoprotein Lipase Deficiency, Apolipoprotein C2 Deficiency, and Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome.

Jamie Paranicas is a Cardiologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Paranicas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her top areas of expertise are Atrial Tachycardia, Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), Multifocal Atrial Tachycardia, and Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT).

William Smolinski is a Cardiologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Smolinski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Aortic Regurgitation, and Atrial Fibrillation.

Philosophy of care | I believe in a team approach. I encourage my patients to be actively involved in their care. I enjoy getting to know patients outside their illness. | Why I entered medicine | I chose the medical profession after experiencing the illness of a family member. Dr. Kochuba is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Melorheostosis.

Philosophy of care | I encourage my patients to say what is on their mind without having them feel uncomfortable. I am a good listener, which is a valuable attribute. I always listen to my patients and include them (and their families) in decisions about their health care. | Why I entered medicine | I wanted to care for people. I have been interested in medicine since I was in high school. I originally became a pharmacist, but soon I decided to become a doctor, feeling I could have a greater impact on patient care. The most enjoyable part of being a doctor is seeing someone get better and knowing he or she appreciates your care. Dr. Lakata is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Osteopenia.

Monika Mahajan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mahajan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

"Philosophy of care | Finding health, not disease, is my goal. I look forward to discussing with you the six pillars of lifestyle medicine: Nutrition (eating whole foods). Sleep (seven to nine hours). Exercise (movement is medicine). Stress (harness it for better living). Risky substances (ways to avoid them). Relationships (seek strong social connections). | Why I entered medicine | The human being is a wonderful, complex, miraculous creation, and I have had a long-standing interest in health and healing. But medicine is my second career – I first worked as a chemical engineer. Today I apply to the practice of medicine those experiences in problem-solving, root cause analysis and process optimization. Rather than simply prescribing you another medicine to treat a symptom, I prefer to understand the root cause and, if possible, eliminate it. | Community involvement | I am excited to participate in the Lehigh Valley Blue Zones Project. I am so glad Lehigh Valley Health Network has made the choice to partner with Blue Zones to transform the health of our region in ""Making the healthy choice the easy choice."" | Personal interests | I enjoy pursuing a healthy lifestyle and sharing that passion with others. I adhere to a whole food plant-based diet and love to cook. I also love spending time in nature hiking, biking, stand-up paddleboarding, sailing and camping. I regularly practice yoga and meditation.". Dr. Mueller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

Nicole Sully is a primary care provider, practicing in Bariatric Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sully is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Osteopenia, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).