Sophia Michailidis is a Bariatric Medicine provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Michailidis is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Hypertension.

"Philosophy of care | I have always seen myself as a family physician because caring for the entire individual, in context of family and life just made sense to me. So, my philosophy of care has always been patient-centered, and focused on the relationships that I develop with my patients. This is the part that helps me feel happy and fulfilled. | Why I entered medicine | I was one of those people who knew from a very early age (age 7 as I recall) that I wanted to be a physician. I did not have family members in medicine, so I have decided that it was the positive influence of my family doctor that led me down this path. I double-checked along the way to make sure that my interests and passion were still aligned with medicine, but I have essentially ""never looked back""! | Community involvement | For many years prior to arriving at Lehigh Valley Health Network in 2012, I was very involved with a student-run free clinic in Newark, N.J. I hope to extend this interest and desire to serve this community by working with the health care professional students here at Lehigh Valley Health Network to provide services to the underserved. | Personal interests | My interests include exercising, gardening, antiquing and most outdoor activities. I am just starting to learn to play the piano!". Dr. Schroeder is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, and Vitamin D Deficiency.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to treat patients as I would want to be treated. | Why I entered medicine | I had a strong interest in science as a child and always knew I wanted to be a surgeon. | Personal interests | I am a triathlete, marathon runner and competitive cyclist. Dr. Boorse is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Hernia, Malnutrition, Endoscopy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

Philosophy of care | I strive to provide you the highest possible medical care and to build a long-term relationship. I believe strong physician-patient relationships are the basis for excellent health care. With each visit, it’s important to attempt to make you feel better and happy. | Why I entered medicine | I entered the medical field to help others overcome their ailments. | Community involvement | I founded Community Professional Services free clinics in Coopersburg and at New Bethany EC Church in Allentown. | Personal interests | I like golfing, cooking, gardening and spending free time with my family. Dr. Shoenberger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Fructose-1,6-Bisphosphatase Deficiency, Tracheitis, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

Pamela Abrams is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Center Valley, Pennsylvania. Dr. Abrams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), and Familial Short Stature (FSS).

Sabrina Meftali is an Endocrinologist in Center Valley, Pennsylvania. Dr. Meftali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Thyroid Storm, Hirsutism in Women, Hyperthyroidism, and Hashimoto Thyroiditis.

Sara Choudhry is an Endocrinologist in Center Valley, Pennsylvania. Dr. Choudhry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Graves Disease, Hypothyroidism, and Hyperparathyroidism.

Renee Amori is an Endocrinologist in Center Valley, Pennsylvania. Dr. Amori is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hyperthyroidism, Thyroid Storm, and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).

Bankim Bhatt is an Endocrinologist in Center Valley, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bhatt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Diabetic Neuropathy, Obesity in Children, and Hypothyroidism.

Kristen Kingry is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kingry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

Philosophy of care | I believe you need to be treated as a whole person, inside and out. I like to provide medical information and to support my patients in making the medical decisions that best align with their goals and lifestyle. You are unique and will do best having an individualized treatment plan to attain your health goals. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine based on a fascination with health and the human body systems, along with a desire to interact with new people daily. I enjoy constantly learning new information from both the medical world and my patients! | Community involvement | I have participated in two medical mission trips: Cusco, Peru and Costa Rica. I would love to be involved with medical mission trips in the future. | Personal interests | Outside work I enjoy spending time with my daughter and husband, exercising, walking my dog, baking/cooking, and reading books. I love to travel all over the world as well!. Dr. Magdaleno is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Malnutrition, Obesity in Children, and Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome.

Philosophy of care | My goal always is to provide compassionate and personalized care. | Why I entered medicine | I chose medicine to make a difference in people's lives. I specialize in bariatric surgery because obesity is one of the most serious risks to our community's health. I especially enjoy the reduction in medications and medical problems that my patients experience after weight-loss surgery. | Personal interests | I enjoy boating and sports. Dr. Harrison is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Endoscopy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

Philosophy of care | I base my philosophy of care on the fact traumatic injuries and surgical emergencies are shocking and frightening times in patients' lives – perhaps the most stressful moments patients and their families will ever experience. Every patient deserves a team of medical professionals trained for such scenarios; a team that provides top-level medical care in the trauma bay, the operating room, the intensive care unit and beyond. Patients also deserve a team that will communicate openly with them, treat them with respect and dignity, and above all be their advocate. As a surgeon and an intensivist, but also a clinical researcher and a public health advocate, I take pride in being part of a trauma team that strives to exceed these goals every day. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine to help care for people at their sickest, and for me that meant trauma, critical care and emergency surgery. It is both a serious responsibility and a great privilege to treat patients during these moments, using my training and expertise to guide them through. | Community involvement | The best way to treat traumatic injury involves not only caring for individual patients, but also outreach with the community. My previous interests have included mapping traumatic injuries at the community level to identify hot spots for intervention. I also believe part of my responsibility as a surgeon is training the next generation, and I have helped spearhead a surgical stress-training program to provide medical residents with the skills to manage critically ill patients. | Personal interests | I am very lucky to have a wonderful family! When not working, I love to explore the beautiful Lehigh Valley with my wife and my precious daughter. Dr. Mazzei is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Ogilvie Syndrome, Necrotizing Fasciitis, Gastric Bypass, and Gastrectomy.

Victor Benitez is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Benitez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Vitamin D Deficiency, High Cholesterol, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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

Philosophy of care | As a physician, I see myself in partnership with my patients, working together with them to maintain or restore health and quality of life. | Personal interests | I love to play the piano, garden, read, travel, exercise and spend time with my family. Dr. Lambert is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, and Obesity in Children.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to treat you as I would a member of my own family, offering guidance in your time of need. I strive to provide state-of-the-art care for each patient during every encounter. I will do my best to make sure you understand your condition so you can continue to take strides toward optimum health. | Why I entered medicine | It hurts my soul when people don’t feel good. Since childhood I’ve been passionate about wanting to help people feel better. Growing up I saw the relationship my father had with his own doctor, and that inspired me. | Community involvement | I have volunteered in Mother Teresa’s mission in Calcutta, India. I also have organized and managed a team of 30-plus staffers for Lustgarten Foundation pancreatic cancer fundraiser walks in Allentown the last 12 years. | Personal interests | In my spare time I enjoy biking with family, tennis and meditation. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Liver Transplant.

Maneesh Ailawadi is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ailawadi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Umbilical Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

Karine Thevenin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Thevenin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Otitis.

Philosophy of care | I love the one-to-one connection with the patient. It’s everything in family medicine, as far as I’m concerned. It goes with being an osteopathic doctor, the approach of the human body healing itself and healing the whole body. I'm hard-working, easy to communicate with, and here to help -- whether it be about medicine, the Phillies lineup or just day-to-day life. | Why I entered medicine | I wanted to be a doctor ever since I was young. I even used to dress up as a doctor on Halloween. I developed my interest from my pediatrician. There was a real comfort level in his office. I was pretty much interested in everything medical ever since. I can still remember looking at dissections of a frog in my encyclopedia over and over again. | Community involvement | I participated in the Valley Preferred Tour de Hershey, a bike ride to raise money for childhood cancer. I also contribute to the local dog park in Allentown. | Personal interests | In my spare time, I enjoy hanging out with my Rhodesian Ridgeback, Scarlett; enjoying the company of my wife, family and friends; making wine; playing sports; reading books; hiking and eating! I'm also a fan of Philadelphia sports teams. Dr. Sperrazza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Bloom Syndrome.