Philosophy of care | I provide you complete preventative and problem-related care. | Why I entered medicine | A career in medicine allows me to work with and help patients, two things I very much enjoy. | Community involvement | I belong to local fire companies and sportsmen associations. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending free time with outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing. Dr. Panik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Gastritis, Severe Fever with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, High Cholesterol, and Hypothyroidism.

Philosophy of care | I believe in forming a partnership with my patients and taking the time to be a good listener. I try to follow the best evidence-based medicine guidelines for testing and treatment. I enjoy working to promote healthy lifestyles and preventative care to keep you well. I believe it is important to work together with you to create a plan of care that's right for you. I will try to be your advocate and help coordinate all of your care needs as your primary care physician. I also have a special interest in geriatrics and long-term care medicine. It is my goal to provide older adults and nursing home residents the highest-quality, compassionate care for optimum health, function, and quality of life. | Why I entered medicine | I became a doctor because I want to make each and every day meaningful, and make a positive impact on your health. I chose internal medicine because it allows me to establish long-term relationships with my patients. I truly enjoy the follow-up care and ongoing relationships I have with my patients, welcoming back the same patients again and again. It is my goal to help manage all of your health care needs - promoting healthy lifestyles, managing chronic conditions, treating illness and coordinating the transition between specialists, hospitals, and other caregivers. I believe it is important for every patient to have one physician who can act as a coordinator of care and to be involved at some level in all of their health care needs. | Community involvement | I serve as the medical director for both Gracedale Nursing Home in Northampton County and The Good Shepherd Home in Bethlehem. | Personal interests | I have been married to my wonderful wife Jennifer since 1998. When I am not at work I enjoy helping her with her jewelry business on weekends. I am also the proud father of two beautiful daughters. Some of my hobbies include running, gardening, hiking and playing with my energetic Chesapeake Bay retriever and our two cats. Dr. Holumzer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Alzheimer's Disease, and Dementia.

Paige Van Wirt is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Van Wirt is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypothyroidism. Her top areas of expertise are Dementia, COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and Alzheimer's Disease.

Kenneth Ryder is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Schnecksville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ryder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

Amy Gourniak is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Schnecksville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Gourniak is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypothyroidism. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

Sean Lewis is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Schnecksville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lewis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Pulmonary Embolism.

Jeffrey Wells is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Schnecksville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Wells is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Philosophy of care | I believe that every person has the right to a fulfilling and healthy life. I also understand that each person's goals and health concerns are unique. When working with patients, I try to understand how their health affects their life. I enjoy working with each person to decide what steps we need to take together so that the patient can live his or her most healthy life. | Why I entered medicine | I chose to study medicine because I am fascinated by the human body and how it works. I chose to become a physician because I enjoy helping people to understand how they can keep their bodies healthy and to know what to do when the body becomes ill. I chose to practice family medicine because I love working with people of all ages, and I enjoy taking care of a variety of medical problems. I also value preventative medicine and impact that a person's social and family life has on his or her health. I feel very lucky to be able to pursue all of these different interests in one career! | Community involvement | During college I was part of a medical mission team that traveled to Costa Rica and Nicaragua. Our team set up medical clinics and treated patients who had little access to physicians, pharmacies and hospitals. We provided health education, medical care, dental care, medications and supplies free of charge to everyone who came. This experience helped me to understand how important it is for people to have access to healthcare services, and it is one of the reasons I chose to practice primary care medicine. | Personal interests | Most of my spare time is devoted to enjoying the company of my family and friends. I also enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, kayaking and biking. I am also an avid runner, and I have completed several half marathons. Dr. Henry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypothyroidism. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

Philosophy of care | I strongly believe a good physician combines medical knowledge with an ability to forge strong human connections and provides compassionate healing. I will guide you with what science has to offer and help you make health decisions while respecting your viewpoints, experiences and cultural beliefs. I understand the importance of communication in the current health care environment, and will strive to keep you and your family informed every step of the way. I want to approach medicine with the understanding that science can help us make good decisions, but sometimes does not have all the answers. | Why I entered medicine | Since childhood I have loved to care for people. It started with my own family, including my grandparents, who lived with us. That love of caring translated into a love of medicine and became a career. What I also deeply care about is building interpersonal connections based on a foundation of trust, compassion and mutual concern. My career in medicine provides me the perfect platform to pursue my interest while using my knowledge to help others. | Community involvement | I am involved with Meals on Wheels, soup kitchens and local charities focused on education. | Personal interests | I love gardening, nature travel, hiking and spending my free time with my family. Dr. Joshi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypothyroidism. Her top areas of expertise are Sjogren Syndrome, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Philosophy of care | I always try to find a balance in providing cost effective care, while looking out for the individual. | Why I entered medicine | I always enjoyed the challenge of taking care of patients, particularly the balance of science with the humanistic side of care. | Community involvement | I am involved in community service through a variety of organizations | Personal interests | Sports, particularly hockey, running, weight training and skiing, while I am not chasing after or driving around my 5 children. Dr. Zager is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Melorheostosis.

Natalie Rice is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Orefield, Pennsylvania. Dr. Rice is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypothyroidism. Her top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Osteopenia, and Familial Hypertension.

Deborah Bren is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Orefield, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bren is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypothyroidism. Her top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Osteopenia, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Philosophy of care | I practice evidence-based medicine and I treat every patient as if they are family or friends. I strive to provide every patient with the same time, dedication, and commitment I would invest in those closest to me. I put healthy lifestyles and best health interests first and never forget that a patient is a person. I understand that, when a patient is sick or hurting, so are their loved ones. Dr. Sharp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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

Barry Follweiler is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New Tripoli, Pennsylvania. Dr. Follweiler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Chronic Cough, Costochondritis, and Tietz Syndrome.

Geraldo Saavedra is an Endocrinologist in Whitehall, Pennsylvania. Dr. Saavedra is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Diabetic Nephropathy, Familial Hypopituitarism, and Hashimoto Thyroiditis.

Mal Homan is an Endocrinologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Homan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).

Philosophy of care | As a physician, my primary responsibility is to provide patients with the best care possible. To do so, it's important to treat each patient with respect and listen carefully to their concerns and include them when formulating a treatment plan. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine due to a deep-seated desire to make a positive impact on the lives of others. I was initially a nurse, which was very rewarding – I enjoyed the responsibility of helping to care for the sick and vulnerable. I then decided to attend medical school after working with physicians and seeing the various ways they help patients. | Personal interests | I enjoy traveling and have visited several countries in Europe, Asia and Africa. I also enjoy road trips and spending time with my husband, two sons and our English bulldog, Rambo. Dr. Rattananai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypothyroidism. Her top areas of expertise are Dementia, Anemia, Hypothyroidism, and Obesity in Children.

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 Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity, Hepatitis C, and Cirrhosis.

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