Philosophy of care | My passion is providing patients who have complex cardiovascular problems with the best possible long-term survival and quality of life. I understand that a diagnosis of cardiovascular disease can be very difficult to understand and fully appreciate. I also know how difficult it can be to navigate the health care system for the best results. I offer you and your family the support, knowledge and expertise to make the best decisions for your circumstances, applying the knowledge and therapies that offer the most up-to-date and durable options. I look forward to helping you. | Why I entered medicine | I chose a medical career to advance the health care of patients suffering from cardiovascular disease. | Community involvement | I support the American Heart Association. | Personal interests | Outside of work I enjoy golf, exercise and travel. Dr. Atluri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mitral Valve Prolapse. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Transplant, and Lung Transplant.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy in treating patients is not only evaluating the signs and symptoms of a disease, but also looking at the person as a whole and connecting with them - for this is an integral part of the healing process. | Why I entered medicine | I was brought up in the environment where the medical profession is considered most noble. I feel lucky to have enjoyed the company of doctors in my neighborhood. I was very impressed by their ethics and professionalism. They served not only as a role model for me but also guided me toward achieving my goals. | Community involvement | I lead an interfaith dialogue for the Muslim Association of the Lehigh Valley at the Islamic Center in Whitehall, Pa. | Personal interests | I have three children who keep me busy with their sports and activities. I also love American football and loved the Colts when I was in Indianapolis, the Bills when I was in Buffalo and now the Eagles here. Dr. Islam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mitral Valve Prolapse. His top areas of expertise are Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

James Wu is a Thoracic Surgeon in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Wu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mitral Valve Prolapse. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Heart Valve Repair, and Aortic Valve Replacement.

Daniel Makowski is a Cardiologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Makowski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mitral Valve Prolapse. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Benjamin Sanchez is a Cardiologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sanchez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mitral Valve Prolapse. His top areas of expertise are Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Arrhythmias, Cardiogenic Shock, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Andrew Sumner is a Cardiologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sumner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mitral Valve Prolapse. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, High Cholesterol, Aortic Regurgitation, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to enable patients to better understand their conditions and be involved in their own care. Informed patients make the best decisions. | Community involvement | I have always volunteered in the emergency services. I am a fully trained firefighter and rescue technician. I enjoy riding on ambulance calls and hope to stay involved in this service for many years to come. | Personal interests | I enjoy the outdoors, especially the beach and boating. I also enjoy fishing and all forms of motorsports. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 42th for pulmonology and lung surgery on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. |. Dr. Misselbeck is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mitral Valve Prolapse. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

Philosophy of care | I believe in patient oriented medicine care. My goal is to provide detailed education to you about your condition and help you make decisions based on most recent available medical literature and guidelines. Empathetic care and family support contributes to speedy recovery. I want to assure you and your family that I will put my best efforts in applying my skills, my experience, advancing and ever-changing technologies, and my judgment to get you back to your routine life. | Why I entered medicine | I became a doctor to help heal those who are ailing. | Community involvement | Away from patient care, I volunteer to give health education lectures to the community. | Personal interests | Outside of my work, I greatly enjoy traveling, sightseeing and spending time with my wife and three children. Dr. Akbar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mitral Valve Prolapse. His top areas of expertise are Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Fainting, Arrhythmias, and Cardiac Ablation.

Philosophy of care | I believe in patient education first and foremost. Every decision regarding your care should be a team approach with you playing a central role. My goal is to provide you the highest quality of care. I strive to treat every patient as a family member. | Why I entered medicine | I get tremendous satisfaction from taking care of sick patients. I never found another profession that provided me with the same feeling. | Community involvement | I am a big believer in educating patients on ways to prevent heart disease. I consider your understanding of atherosclerosis and prevention of coronary artery disease a personal goal of mine. | Personal interests | In my free time, I love watching and playing sports. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mitral Valve Prolapse. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Angina, Apoplexy, Atherectomy, and Lithotripsy.

Wayne Mcwilliams is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mcwilliams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mitral Valve Prolapse. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

"Philosophy of care | My philosophy of care is patient-centered. I believe in a strong doctor and patient relationship that involves mutual respect, honesty, compassion and personal responsibility. I believe an essential part of ""doctoring"" is providing quality medical care in a caring atmosphere where every patient is heard and treated as a unique individual. | Why I entered medicine | Ever since I could remember I had always wanted to go into medicine. I am one of seven children. My mother was a nurse and she always encouraged me to enter the medical profession. She entered nursing school when I was 8 years old. I was brought up watching her study, listening to stories about patients and the hospital. My enthusiasm for medicine continued in high school and college; I loved the sciences. When it was time to fill out my application, I knew being a doctor would enable me to make a positive and meaningful difference in the lives of people when they need it most, and there are not many professions that give us that privilege. | Community involvement | I remain active in the community supporting my church, childrens schools and sports teams. I am also active in the American Heart Association's Lehigh Valley chapter. | Personal interests | As a mother of three beautiful children, wife of a wonderful cardiologist and a solo medical practitioner in internal medicine, personal interests are hard to fit in. My father purchased a home on the Jersey Shore in 1994, which allows me to enjoy the beach and precious time with my family. I also love to ski. I started skiing in medical school and make a yearly trek out West with my family and friends. As a physician, I am always reminding patients of the benefits of regular exercise, and I, too, try to remain physically active. In 2011, I completed the Lehigh Valley Marathon -- that was a very proud moment!". Dr. Persin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mitral Valve Prolapse. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.

Philosophy of care | Teach, teach, teach. Listen. | Why I entered medicine | My mother and sister work in medicine, and they influenced my career choice. I loved it in residency. | Community involvement | I have volunteered with the American Heart Association. | Personal interests | I spend my spare time with my two kids, and I like to run. Dr. Sundlof is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mitral Valve Prolapse. Her top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Ather Mansoor is a Cardiologist in Allentown,, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mansoor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mitral Valve Prolapse. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Arrhythmias, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Larry Jacobs is a Cardiologist in Allentown,, Pennsylvania. Dr. Jacobs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mitral Valve Prolapse. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Heart Attack, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

James Sandberg is a Cardiologist in Allentown,, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sandberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mitral Valve Prolapse. His top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Ectopic Heartbeat, and Pacemaker Implantation.

William Combs is a Cardiologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Combs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mitral Valve Prolapse. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Atherosclerosis, Angina, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

Dwithiya Thomas is an Interventional Cardiologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mitral Valve Prolapse. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Arrhythmias, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, and Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD).

Michael Durkin is a Cardiologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Durkin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mitral Valve Prolapse. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Hypertensive Heart Disease, and Familial Ventricular Tachycardia.

Lynn Moran is a Cardiologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Moran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mitral Valve Prolapse. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Atrial Fibrillation, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), and Familial Ventricular Tachycardia.

Devang Dave is a Cardiologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Dave is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mitral Valve Prolapse. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), and Heart Failure.