Philosophy of care | Listen. Treat people with respect. Do the best that you can to improve patients' health. | Why I entered medicine | Medicine is the most interesting field for because of its multi-factorial nature to overall well-being. From the biochemistry of blood cells to the pathways of processing light into images to the shaping of our personalities, medicine is never stagnant and fits best with my craving for leaning and growth. | Community involvement | I have done medical missions overseas and worked in local free clinics over the years. I work at the Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center monthly to teach residents surgery how to practice medicine and help our veterans live a better life. | Personal interests | I'm interested in foreign languages, and enjoy rollerblading and yoga. Dr. Derose is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Interstitial Keratitis. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Glaucoma, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness.

Houman Ahdieh is an Ophthalmologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ahdieh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Interstitial Keratitis. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, and Interstitial Keratitis.

Lisa Bunin is an Ophthalmologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bunin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Interstitial Keratitis. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Interstitial Keratitis, and Entropion.

Irene Tsyvine is an Ophthalmologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Tsyvine is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Interstitial Keratitis. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Interstitial Keratitis.

Philosophy of care | Maximize service Optimize care Best surgical outcomes | Why I entered medicine | passion to improve eye care | Personal interests | poetry, invention, bicycling, running, swimming, gardening, drawing. Dr. Ross is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Interstitial Keratitis. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Cataract.

Philosophy of care | My motto is that if I listen to you hard enough, you will tell me what’s wrong. I also like to view you as a whole rather than focus on one problem. I see how your symptoms are impacting your daily life and try to improve upon that. | Why I entered medicine | I’ve always liked science, and any profession that incorporates biology and helping people is a good mix. I grew up in a family of doctors, so I was exposed to the field early on. I remember my dad seeing his patients in the supermarket, and it was just a very friendly encounter – you could tell his patients were very appreciative of him. I see that doctor-patient relationship as a special kind of bond, especially since I will see many of my rheumatoid patients for the rest of their lives. | Personal interests | My husband and I enjoy biking, and we do a lot of city-to-shore bike rides. We also golf and have done rec league softball and football. Really, we enjoy any sport. We like hiking, too, as we can take our young daughter with us. Dr. Zavitsanos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Interstitial Keratitis. Her top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Sjogren Syndrome, and Psoriasis.

Susan Kim is a Rheumatologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Interstitial Keratitis. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis.

Philosophy of care | Patients with chronic diseases need special care and attention. It's important for me to educate patients so they feel more in control of their disease and their lives. | Why I entered medicine | Rheumatology is a very challenging specialty for physicians as well as for patients. The diseases are complex and encompass every field of medicine. Growing up in my community I was always grateful for the care given to me and my family. As a result, I wanted to provide my community medical care they needed, particularly those with challenging rheumatic illnesses. | Community involvement | Growing up in the Lehigh Valley, I enjoy participating in events with the Arthritis Foundation and running local races with my father. | Personal interests | Spending time with my family and friends. I also enjoy running outdoors and exercise when time allows. Dr. O'brien is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Interstitial Keratitis. Her top areas of expertise are Dermatomyositis, Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis, Scleroderma, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.

Philosophy of care | Improving my patients' quality of life is of utmost importance. I love it when patients tell me they have returned to doing the things they enjoy most – whether that be work, exercise or a hobby – because their prescribed treatment is effective. | Why I entered medicine | Rheumatology is exciting to me because the treatment of autoimmune disease and arthritis has recently significantly improved. Many new medications, especially those to treat rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and gout have become available to physicians and patients in just the past 10 years. | Community involvement | I help organize fundraising and educational programs for our local chapter of the Arthritis Foundation. | Personal interests | I very much enjoy spending time with my family and friends, cooking with my children, and travel. Dr. Ingraham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Interstitial Keratitis. Her top areas of expertise are Lupus Nephritis, Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), and Scleroma.

Nicole Chiappetta is a Rheumatologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chiappetta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Interstitial Keratitis. Her top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

Philosophy of care | I have a responsibility to use my talents for the good of my community. | Why I entered medicine | I wanted the opportunity to help people. As an ophthalmologist, I am able to perform surgery, which I enjoy, while still being able to spend time with patients in the office. | Personal interests | I enjoy time with my family, participating in church events and activities, reading, cooking and walking. Dr. Saad is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Interstitial Keratitis. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Pterygium.

Stuart Carter is an Ophthalmologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Carter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Interstitial Keratitis. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Glaucoma, Interstitial Keratitis, and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

Masayuki Kazahaya is an Ophthalmologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kazahaya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Interstitial Keratitis. His top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, and Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.

Mark Moran is an Ophthalmologist in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Moran is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Interstitial Keratitis. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Glaucoma.

Charles Ludivico is a Rheumatologist in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ludivico is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Interstitial Keratitis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Reactive Arthritis, Sjogren Syndrome, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis.

Philosophy of care | I believe that patients and providers need to work together as a team. It is important to treat the whole person, not just the disease. | Why I entered medicine | I love having the opportunity to work together with people to improve quality of life. Dr. Sharim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Interstitial Keratitis. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), MASS Phenotype, Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, and Scleroderma.

Marnie Obrien is an Ophthalmologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Obrien is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Interstitial Keratitis. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD), Cone-Rod Dystrophy, and Cone Dystrophy.

Howard Kushnick is an Ophthalmologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kushnick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Interstitial Keratitis. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Uveitis, and Neuroretinitis.

Mark Staffaroni is an Ophthalmologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Staffaroni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Interstitial Keratitis. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.

Alan Listhaus is an Ophthalmologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Listhaus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Interstitial Keratitis. His top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Artery Occlusion, and Retinal Vein Occlusion.