Overview
Philosophy of care | I believe every patient deserves care personalized to their goals and wishes. My mission is to ensure you are treated as an individual. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine to improve the health of my community. I grew up in Northeastern Pennsylvania and it is my great pleasure to be able to give back to the community that raised me. | Community involvement | I enjoy staying active within my community and in improving its health. | Personal interests | I like biking, violin and taking time for personal fitness.
Dr. Decker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Phlegmasia Cerulea Dolens, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
Insurance
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- STATE MEDICAID
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
772 East Broad Street, Hazleton, PA 18201
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Salib Oncology
Hayman Salib is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Salib is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Glossitis, Pernicious Anemia, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, and RUNX1 Familial Platelet Disorder.
LVH Hematology Oncology-Pocono
Philosophy of care | Having been on the receiving end of multiple cancer diagnoses within my own family as I grew up, I strongly believe my patients and their families have the right to an honest discussion about their disease process. I personally make every effort to explain things in a simple yet detailed way, so patients understand their disease, goals of care and treatment plan. I want to be a trusted partner in helping them deal with their diagnosis, and make every effort to treat each patient as I would a family member. | Why I entered medicine | My family suffers from a genetic syndrome that predisposes them to developing cancer. Having grown up watching and helping most of the people I love deal with cancer, I decided to study medicine and do what I could to improve treatment and help others live their best possible lives with this disease. After medical school, I did basic science research at Johns Hopkins University, followed by residency and fellowship training at the Cleveland Clinic and the University of Pittsburgh, all to become the best oncologist I could be. | Community involvement | I am involved in organizations and charities that improve the lives and treatment of cancer patients. I also help provide free specialized remote care and expert opinion to international patients in collaboration with their local health care providers. I enjoy community events to educate people on targeted therapies and their success in making cancer a chronic disease. I also enjoy giving talks on how oncology is evolving and how cancer today often means patients living full lives while being treated for their disease. | Personal interests | Outside of work, I love to spend time with my family and our two dogs. Together we enjoy cooking, traveling, trying new cuisines and being outdoors. I also enjoy hunting and fishing. Dr. Ali is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Lynch Syndrome.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Decker isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Decker isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Experienced
- Childhood Iron Deficiency AnemiaDr. Decker isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia.
- Follicular LymphomaDr. Decker isExperienced. Learn about Follicular Lymphoma.
- Lung CancerDr. Decker isExperienced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Phlegmasia Cerulea DolensDr. Decker isExperienced. Learn about Phlegmasia Cerulea Dolens.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Decker isExperienced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.