Dr. Francis J. Collini

Philosophy of care | I develop a strong therapeutic relationship with every patient to help them heal through their difficult times. | Why I entered medicine | My decision to enter medicine was inspired by my experiences with health care in my late teens and early adulthood. I discovered there is no greater sense of fulfillment than helping patients feel healthier, stronger and more confident in themselves through the treatment of complex surgical problems. | Community involvement | I served over 11 years in the U.S. military. I have also mentored numerous high-risk youths via after-school outreach programs, and participated in a surgical mission trip prior to moving to the Lehigh Valley. | Personal interests | I enjoy snowboarding in the winter and biking in the summer. I also love traveling with my significant other and visiting family and friends in various locations across the country. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. Dr. King is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Necrotizing Fasciitis. His top area of expertise is Necrotizing Fasciitis.

"Philosophy of care | Every human being should get a chance to live as healthy and fulfilled a life as possible. I will do everything possible in my power to offer the services needed to reach this goal. | Why I entered medicine | I entered Medicine because growing up on a farm I learned early on that medical care is one of life's essential needs. It is globally needed and most of the time very rewarding. | Community involvement | Active member in the Burn survivor association ""Phoenix society"", Board member for a christian non-for profit counseling center, charity cases for burn reconstruction, development of a Plain community outreach program for burns and burn reconstruction | Personal interests | Outdoors activities, gardening, music, languages". Dr. Blome is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Necrotizing Fasciitis. Her top areas of expertise are Keloids, Erythema Multiforme, Frostbite, Tissue Biopsy, and Gastrostomy.