Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to utilize state-of-the-art knowledge and care in a compassionate manner to treat the whole patient (body, mind and spirit). I picture myself as a motivator of patients for primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease. I feel strongly about the use of exercise and diet to support appropriate medical and therapeutic modalities and to help people live longer and have more fulfilling lives. As for the use of medication, my philosophy is to not be the first and to not be the last. I understand the financial strains of our population and prescribe generic drugs when ever possible. | Why I entered medicine | I had an interest in science and interacting with and helping people. My interest began in 10th grade biology at Liberty High School. I've always enjoyed interacting with people socially, on the athletic field and academically. I especially enjoy interacting with the patients of the Lehigh Valley where my roots are. I enjoy discussing all aspects of people's lives, which helps me to better treat the whole person. | Community involvement | I coached basketball and baseball for 15 years while my four children were involved in the Northeast Little League and Liberty High School sports programs. My wife and I are members of the First Presbyterian Church in Bethlehem. We support church activities and New Bethany Ministries. | Personal interests | I play golf, go to Eagles games, attend University of Pennsylvania athletic events, run daily and read Revolutionary biographies. My wife and I follow our children closely in their careers and activities. Dr. Biggs is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy revolves around the physician-patient relationship. This relationship must be a partnership. The physician and patient must listen, trust and respect each other. As physicians, we must get to know our patients to appropriately care and guide them in their health care journey. Medicine is not all about guidelines and algorithms. We treat the whole patient, and therefore, we need to tailor our decisions based upon each person's needs and circumstances. Dr. Persin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Praveer Jain is a Cardiologist in Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania. Dr. Jain has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Cardiomyopathy, Fainting, Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Philosophy of care | Illness can often be frightening and unsettling. I strive daily to use my knowledge to guide patients through the process of making a diagnosis and implementing treatment. I try to be a source of comfort, empathy and compassion at all times. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine to bring comfort and compassion to those in need. I am enriched each day by the experience. | Community involvement | I have volunteered in rural Appalachia, Tennessee and Pakistan. Dr. Ahmad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Ectopic Heartbeat, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Atrial Fibrillation, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Mark Koshar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Koshar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

Gordon Fried is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Fried is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Arterial Embolism, High Cholesterol, Hyperlipidemia Type 3, and Heart Attack.

Jonathan Goldner is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Geriatrics in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Goldner is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Splenectomy.

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

Joseph Cesanek is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Wind Gap, Pennsylvania. Dr. Cesanek is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

Philosophy of care | I will treat you and your children as if you are part of my family. There is nothing more important to me than family. I love to be able to see multiple generations – it really makes a difference when you can connect on a personal level like that. | Why I entered medicine | When I was younger, my sister spent time in the hospital with Guillain-Barre and my mom and I stayed with her. I became enthralled by the workings of the hospital. I was amazed what the human body could do, what it could withstand, the science behind medicine and how “cool” it all was. I am still amazed every day at the small part I can play in keeping people healthy and happy. | Community involvement | I am active in my children's school and the Susan G. Komen charity fighting breast cancer. | Personal interests | I spend all my free time with my husband and three kids. They are involved in sports and other extra-curricular activities. We love to sing and laugh. Singing kids are happy kids!. Dr. Hughes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her top areas of expertise are Empyema, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Douglas Turtzo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Wind Gap, Pennsylvania. Dr. Turtzo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Hypothyroidism.

Anita Rohatgi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Wind Gap, Pennsylvania. Dr. Rohatgi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her top areas of expertise are Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, High Cholesterol, and Cirrhosis.

Philosophy of care | I lead patients toward better health. | Why I entered medicine | I enjoy problem-solving. Typically when patients come into the office, they are presenting with a problem. My goal is to take that information, analyze it and provide them with a solution. Medicine allows me the opportunity to problem solve. Family medicine allows me the opportunity to solve many problems in all age ranges. | Community involvement | School events with our children. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending free time with my wife, our three children and our dog. Dr. Baba is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Chronic Cough, and Familial Hypertension.

Philosophy of care | I’m a primary care physician, so I treat the patient as a whole and address all needs, whether physical, mental or social. Specialists such as cardiologists may specifically treat the heart, or pulmonologists may treat the lungs. Primary care physicians treat the whole body from top to bottom. We identify the nature of the problem and address it or, if called for, are able to refer a patient for more specialized care. I enjoy what I do because I like to help patients and prevent diseases before they start. | Why I entered medicine | I wanted to help people and I like to interact face-to-face, so I always had a passion for medicine. It’s rewarding to help someone directly with my skills, mind and know-how, so to speak. And I like the long-term relationships that come with primary care. I treat people from ages 16 to 90 or even 100, and I get to know their families and kids. It’s very rewarding to take care of entire families. | Community involvement | I sing in a church choir and am involved in church life. I like to sing and enjoy music in general. | Personal interests | I enjoy skiing in winter and playing soccer in summer. I belong to a recreational soccer league of people above 40. We’ve been playing together for more than 12 years, mostly on weekends. For skiing, I like to go out West to the Rockies. I pick a different place each year, such as Big Sky, Montana, Snowmass, Colorado, Snowbird, Utah, and Jackson Hole, Wyoming, and go for a week at a time. Locally, I enjoy taking my kids to Blue Mountain and Camelback. Dr. Shevtziv is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, Bronchitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, and Sciatica.

Adrian Car is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Car is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Obesity in Children, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

Devendra Amin is a Cardiologist in Easton,, Pennsylvania. Dr. Amin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Heart Murmurs, Pacemaker Implantation, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

Wayne Brotzman is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Wind Gap, Pennsylvania. Dr. Brotzman 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 Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

Jesse Newman is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Wind Gap, Pennsylvania. Dr. Newman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Vitamin D Deficiency, Jock Itch, and Hypothyroidism.

Ellen Didimamoff is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Wind Gap, Pennsylvania. Dr. Didimamoff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypertension.

Mark Powell is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Wind Gap, Pennsylvania. Dr. Powell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Sitosterolemia, and High Cholesterol.