Philosophy of care | I keep the best clinical interest of each patient at the heart of what I do, just as I would for a friend, relative or member of my immediate family. “Best interest” doesn’t always mean doing surgery or a procedure but providing the best treatment course given the patient’s personality, economic situation and other factors. It’s all about developing a personalized and tailored plan. Medicine should not be done according to a generalized template. | Why I entered medicine | Medicine was a fairly personal choice for me because my family has seen its fair share of care from the patient side. My dad is a two-time kidney transplant recipient, and seeing him go through all his trials and tribulations while having both great and not-so-great doctors was my impetus to go to medical school and specifically become a urologist. There’s a great shortage of urologists and I wanted to help fill that gap, and because of my dad I’ve always been fascinated with the genitourinary system. But beyond that, what greater service could I perform than being the same kind of physician who cared for my father when he needed it most? My dad is actually a patient of our practice, and I see this as a great honor and a way of giving back some of what he’s sacrificed for me. His experience also allows me to deliver empathetic and pragmatic care because I empathize with what patients are going through. | Community involvement | I’m a Lehigh Valley local – I was born here and brought up in the Coplay and East Penn school districts, was an undergraduate at Lehigh University. I know this area, its culture and where to go for a bite to eat, and specifically wanted to come back to the Lehigh Valley after medical school to care for local folks. I love the Lehigh Valley, feel a kindred spirit with people here, enjoy my roots and want to be near my family. I do charity work through my temple but am also developing plans for urology outreach in underserved countries like India or an African country. | Personal interests | I was an engineering undergraduate and enjoy building model planes and rockets with my kids. Apart from spending time with my family, I enjoy reading, am an avid bicyclist and skier, and am learning to pick up golf. And urology is my hobby as well as my career. It’s not work for me, it’s fun, so I enjoy learning more about it in my free time and becoming as good as I possibly can. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocele. His top areas of expertise are Kidney Stones, Boils, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

Susan Angelisanti is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Angelisanti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocele. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, Amenorrhea, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Salpingo-Oophorectomy.

Patricia Maran is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Maran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocele. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, Fetal Enterovirus Syndrome, Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Philosophy of care | I believe in informed choices when counseling my patients. I believe my role is an educator, to make sure my patients are aware of all the different options available to them - and, at the same time, to advise them as to what may be the best choice based on their clinical picture. | Why I entered medicine | During medical school, my toughest rotation was OB/GYN. I spent the most number of hours in the hospital and I slept the least, but it was the rotation that left me the most satisfied. I love the combination of medicine and surgery, and I find my role in women's health rewarding. | Community involvement | I volunteered during medical school and residency, helping at blood drives and free health screenings. | Personal interests | I spend time with my family, exploring our new neighborhood. We visit our extended family in New York and New Jersey. In a quiet moment (not very many), I love reading Shakespeare. Dr. Lim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocele. Her top areas of expertise are Fetal Enterovirus Syndrome, Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, Female Genital Sores, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Philosophy of care | I strongly support patient autonomy. I see part of my job as providing information, discussing treatment options and helping women make choices they feel is best for them. Supporting my patients' informed decisions is integral. I give my patients the advice I want my wife, mother and daughter to receive from their gynecologists. I'm compassionate and practice evidence-based medicine. | Why I entered medicine | Obstetrics and gynecology provides an opportunity to practice lifelong continuity, preventive medicine, primary care and medical-surgical treatment. Sharing the experience of childbirth with a family is tremendously rewarding. | Community involvement | I spent a total of 12 years in the U.S. Army, eight of those years as an OB/GYN. The leadership and training I received were invaluable and provided me with a solid foundation. Along with other LVHN heath care providers, I have visited Haiti twice in 2017 working with The Haiti Health Trust. I also participate in the Haiti Medical Education project and video-lecture medical and nursing students as well as OBGYN residents throughout Haiti. | Personal interests | In my spare time, I do whatever my kids ask me to do. If I were not practicing medicine, I would be a tornado chaser or auditioning for the E Street Band. Becoming a super-delegate would also have perks. Dr. Pellini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocele. His top areas of expertise are Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, Intrauterine Device Insertion, and Salpingo-Oophorectomy.

Community involvement | Dickinson College Alumni Council. Dr. Walker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocele. Her top areas of expertise are Fetal Enterovirus Syndrome, Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Philosophy of care | I want you to know that it is important to me to treat everyone with respect, kindness and professionalism. It is my priority to allow time for you to discuss your concerns in a nonjudgmental atmosphere. I believe that you should feel included and be a part of the decision making of your care. | Why I entered medicine | Throughout my training and career, I have been hardworking, caring and dedicated to helping people. I also really enjoying teaching and making an impact for the future. | Personal interests | I enjoy camping, being outdoors, and spending time with my wife and two children. Dr. Shoemaker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocele. His top areas of expertise are Fetal Enterovirus Syndrome, Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, Intrauterine Device Insertion, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

Christina Black is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Black is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocele. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, Fetal Enterovirus Syndrome, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Philosophy of care | I help you understand your specific health needs by providing care that is current and compassionate in a manner all patients can understand. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine rather than research when I realized my strength is the ability to communicate with people of all levels in an effective manner. It is a gift that I was given to have the ability to understand very complicated problems and make a difference in people lives to be healthy, happy and safe. | Community involvement | I offer community lectures regarding HPV infections and cervical cancer awareness. I am an education committee member at the International Anal Neoplasia Society (IANS) and a speaker at free WebEx seminars. | Personal interests | In my free time I enjoy exercise, gardening and traveling. Dr. Hipps is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocele. Her top areas of expertise are Cervical Dysplasia, Human Papillomavirus Infection, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, and Vulvovaginitis.

Philosophy of care | Listen carefully to your patient and she will give you her diagnosis. I am straightforward, caring and compassionate. | Why I entered medicine | I enjoy working with women and participating in the miracle of life. Dr. Rodriguez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocele. His top areas of expertise are Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, Intrauterine Device Insertion, and Salpingo-Oophorectomy.

Molly Peters is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Peters is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocele. Her top areas of expertise are Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Vulvovaginitis, Gonorrhea, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

Philosophy of care | I consider myself an educator and facilitator. It’s my responsibility to help patients understand their condition, and guide them to make health care decisions in which they are comfortable and confident. | Why I entered medicine | I’ve always had a fascination with how the body works. I wouldn’t say that I chose to specialize in women’s health. It chose me. When I was a medical student, I was awestruck when I helped deliver a baby. When I deliver a baby today, I still am. Every patient and family I care for is a new experience, and I enjoy that very much. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending time with my family. My wife, Anne Marie, also is an OB/GYN. We met during our residency at Lehigh Valley Health Network. We have a son and daughter and like to travel as a family. I also enjoy being outdoors swimming, biking, hiking and golfing. Dr. Mcintyre is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocele. His top areas of expertise are Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Philosophy of care | One of the most important things to me is educating patients about gynecologic and obstetric care, which often includes talking about what is normal and not normal. I like to talk with patients in a conversational way that allows them to feel involved in their care. I generally want patients to lead the visit and talk about what’s most important to them, as opposed to me talking about what I think is most important. That’s part of what patient-centered care is about – having patients advocate for their own health care and having doctors respond to patients’ main concerns. | Why I entered medicine | I always loved science as kid and was exposed to medicine through my mom, who is a nurse, and two sisters who are also physicians. I tried to consider other science-related careers but always came back to medicine—I almost couldn’t get away from doing it. I became interested in obstetrics and gynecology when my older sister was an OB-GYN resident but really fell in love with it in my own third-year rotation. No other specialty was as exciting and interesting to me as OB-GYN. | Community involvement | I’m part of the Pennsylvania Medical Society, but on a more local level, I feel a real connection to the community from having delivered babies. Because I live in the area, I see plenty of patients whose children I delivered, and it’s always nice to run into them at the grocery, school, daycare – just about anywhere. It’s fun to watch babies I delivered grow, and to have parents tell their kids that I helped bring them into the world. | Personal interests | Outside of work, most of my time is taken up by activities with my kids. I do like to run and have done multiple races, including a few half marathons. Some of these are charitable events, and one that I do annually is the Susan B. Komen Race for the Cure, which supports the fight against breast cancer. I also like to travel, especially to warm and sunny places like Florida or the Bahamas. Dr. Reed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocele. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, Fetal Enterovirus Syndrome, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Patricia Irvine is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Irvine is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocele. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, Ovarian Cysts, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

Philosophy of care | Attention to detail is the philosophy best suited for urology. Each of the many facets of your patient history – physical exam, lab tests and radiologic studies – apply in providing you care. I treat patients as one treats a family member – with love, consideration, patience and understanding. | Why I entered medicine | Medicine is a field that allows you to take care of God's most precious gift – life. I find urology a particularly interesting and all-encompassing specialty. I am involved in every aspect of patient care, starting with diagnosis, medical and perhaps surgical treatment, and lifelong follow-up. Urologists treat a variety of disease processes involving organs such as prostate, kidney, bladder, testicles, penis and urethra. | Community involvement | I have gone on medical missions to Brazil, the Philippines and Haiti to help people in dire need of medical attention. I also have worked with underserved populations for the past five years and learned about the many obstacles they face regarding receiving health care. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending time with my children, golfing, cooking, working out and going to restaurants with my wife. Dr. Georges is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocele. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Uropathy, Hydronephrosis, Bilateral Hydronephrosis, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

Philosophy of care | The first thing a physician must do is to listen to his patient, allowing treatment of the person rather than just the diagnosis. I believe in a team approach when caring for patients that includes physicians from multiple specialties as well as physician assistants, nurses, pharmacists and others to provide the expertise and attention you deserve. | Why I entered medicine | Urology care incorporates several aspects of medicine. Although many patients require surgical management, others require medical management alone. Having all these tools, both operative and medical, makes the management of urologic patients challenging and interesting. My interest in urologic surgery also stems from the broad application of state-of-the-art technology. Whether it is robotic surgery, minimally invasive endourologic treatment of stones and tumors, or the latest treatment techniques for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BHP), I am proud to be able to offer these techniques. | Community involvement | I have participated in free prostate cancer screening clinics annually. | Personal interests | I enjoy the outdoors, fishing and hunting mostly, depending on the time of year. I also have a passion for food and love to cook. It's a shared passion with my wife, a chef by trade. Dr. Johannes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocele. His top areas of expertise are Perirenal Abscess, Boils, Kidney Stones, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

Philosophy of care | I like to focus on patient education. When patients are educated on their disease process, it empowers them. Patient participation and empowerment means they can share their opinions, knowledge, experience and expectations with health professionals to make informed decisions. This can only improve satisfaction with the care they are receiving. | Why I entered medicine | I'm a people person. I started in an engineering career but switched to medicine because I wanted to help people and form long-lasting relationships with them. I find this much more rewarding than sitting at a desk all day in front of a computer. | Community involvement | I have a son with autism. I am involved in local autism groups and volunteer for the Special Olympics. | Personal interests | I love to cook and make most of the meals for my family. I enjoy exercising daily. I love to ski, hike and travel. I am an avid Formula One fan and enjoy traveling to one race each year. Dr. Kousari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocele. His top areas of expertise are Boils, Kidney Stones, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

Philosophy of care | Urology involves complex, personal issues, so I listen carefully to you prior to devising your treatment plan. Also, I am a member of a genitourinary cancer multidisciplinary consultation team. Together we review patients' diagnostic information and provide written opinions reflecting conditions and recommendations for care. | Why I entered medicine | My mother became ill when I was in college, and that’s what inspired me to become a physician. I chose to specialize in urologic oncology to help patients find healing where there was suffering. | Community involvement | I have helped conduct annual prostate cancer education and free prostate cancer screenings in the community. | Personal interests | I have two young children. My free time involves spending quality time with them at museums, aquariums or wherever our family can have fun. Dr. Feliciano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocele. His top areas of expertise are Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Nephrectomy.

"Philosophy of care | My philosophy of care is basic: treat patients as I would want to be treated or as I would want my family to be treated. To me, this means being honest, open, always providing evidence-based medicine, and helping patients become active members in their healthcare. I also bring a unique interest in ""integrative medicine,"" which is the use of safe complementary or alternative medicine to aid in traditional patient care. In all circumstances, my focus is to recommend only evidence-based use of alternative treatments in the very best interests of my patients. | Why I entered medicine | I love the career continuity and satisfaction that being an obstetrician/gynecologist provides. It allows me to develop long-term relationships with women from adolescence, through the childbearing years, to menopause and beyond. Through medicine and particularly in the field of ob/gyn, I can provide primary care services, and family planning services, and then be the doctor who delivers your baby or operates on you should you require a gynecologic surgery. The fact that I provide minimally invasive surgery to reduce a patient’s time in the hospital is a satisfying experience I can offer to patients. It means a lot to me that I can be the same physician who cares for you and the female members of your family for most of your lives. | Personal interests | My greatest passion is families—my own family and having the privilege of helping others start to build their families.". Dr. Brophy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocele. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, Fetal Enterovirus Syndrome, Female Genital Sores, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine because of my interests in science and in opportunities to help people. I chose to specialize in obstetrics and gynecology because it allows me to participate in important milestones in the lives of women. As in other aspects of my life, I always strive to treat others the way I would want to be treated. I feel honored each day to be trusted to help women stay healthy, listen and counsel them about their medical conditions, and treat their ailments. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocele. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Intrauterine Device Insertion.