Philosophy of care | My approach is built on a simple premise: partnership. When you step into my office, we begin by thoroughly understanding your unique medical history and health landscape. My goal is to work collaboratively with you, serving as an active guide on your health journey. | I believe in integrating targeted lifestyle modifications into every treatment plan, as these tools are essential for achieving better overall health and sustainable results. Ultimately, I am here to provide the expertise, tools, and personalized strategy you need to achieve your goals and significantly improve your quality of life. | Why I entered medicine | From an early age, I was drawn to the field of medicine. My academic success and deep interest in the sciences, particularly human physiology, fueled my desire to apply this knowledge to directly benefit others. The practice of medicine has proven to be a profoundly rewarding career path. After a period in Family Medicine, I transitioned to Obesity Medicine. This specialty choice was deeply personal and professionally motivated: having successfully managed my own significant weight loss—nearly 100 pounds—through medical management, I am uniquely positioned to guide and empower patients to achieve their health goals in this specialized area. | Community involvement | I am a member of the Obesity Medicine Association (OMA), The Obesity Society (TOS), American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), American Osteopathic Association (AOA), Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association (POMA), and Association of Family Medicine Residency Directors (AFMRD). | Personal interests | I enjoy spending time with family and friends, reading, watching movies, and spending time at the beach. Dr. Doran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Obesity in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Obesity.

Dr. Zuckerman is a board-certified physician specializing in family medicine. His clinical interests include preventive care, infectious diseases, obesity and women’s health. Dr. Zuckerman earned his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.|When he's outside the office, Dr. Zuckerman enjoys hiking and traveling. He also loves to cook!. Dr. Zuckerman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Factor V Leiden Thrombophilia, Mediastinal Tumor, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Carol Miller is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Miller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Lung Metastases, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Kimberly Hashin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hashin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4, and Defective Apolipoprotein B-100.

Gubbi Ranganath is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ranganath is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

Cristin Weicker is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Weicker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Multiple Myeloma, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

Dianna Lazur is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lazur is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Amrit Narula is a Gastroenterologist in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Narula is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Diverticular Disease, Colitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

Kamla Mishra is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mishra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

Philosophy of care | I believe in providing you patient-centered, evidenced-based care. | Why I entered medicine | I was called to medicine at an early age. I enjoy helping my patients enjoy wellness and maintain a high quality of life. | Personal interests | I like spending free time with my three daughters and wife. I enjoy cars, Disney World and the Jersey Shore. Dr. Pedersen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Philosophy of care | I guide patients on their journey of healing and wellness. | Why I entered medicine | Growing up with a disabled mom helped me see how much an impact a doctor can have to help a whole family. | Community involvement | I volunteer at church as a eucharistic minister. | Personal interests | Mindfulness meditation. Dr. Gricoski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis with Tylosis.

Philosophy of care | I offer you evidence-based and compassionate medical care with a holistic view. | Why I entered medicine | My deep interest in physiology and how human body works led me to a medical profession! | Community involvement | I am an avid practitioner of yoga and a yoga teacher. | Personal interests | In my free time I enjoy outdoor life, camping and hiking. Dr. Kumar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Acute Kidney Failure, Cellulitis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

Philosophy of care | I apply evidence-based medicine to provide primary care that treats existing problems, prevents future issues and uncovers health risks. I firmly believe the best care is prevention. During the opioid crisis I gained experience managing substance use disorders as well as treating and preventing infectious diseases. My goal is helping patients better manage chronic conditions, prevent complications and hospitalizations, and establish healthier habits using all applicable therapies. | Why I entered medicine | Our large family valued health and work. One of my sisters was a nurse, and I watched her help our family, neighbors and in the clinic with her expertise and skills. That impressed me tremendously and gave me the impetus to pursue a medical career. It gives me a great satisfaction to help others in an immediate and concrete way, and to walk with them on their journey to healing. | Community involvement | My family and I just moved from New York, where I worked the past 30 years. I am looking forward to being involved in the community regarding environmental conservation and habitat preservation. We love animals. | Personal interests | I love to be with my family, which includes six dogs, two cats, two parrots and several chickens. We enjoy long walks with the dogs, playing tennis and ping-pong, and cooking traditional family dishes on the weekends. Dr. Almakaev is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Subacute Combined Degeneration, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Folate Deficiency.

Michael Kuczmarski is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kuczmarski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Apparent Mineralocorticoid Excess, Hyperaldosteronism, Familial Hyperaldosteronism, and High Cholesterol.

Rehab Tabchi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Tabchi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Sleepwalking (Somnambulism), Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Stephen Slusser is a Gastroenterologist in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Slusser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Colitis, Diverticular Disease, Esophagitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

Naomi Scearce is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Scearce is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Muscle Atrophy, Dementia, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Rebecca Odorizzi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Tamaqua, Pennsylvania. Dr. Odorizzi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

"Philosophy of care | I focus on knowing that I can make a difference in someone’s life and help them to remain healthy or improve their health and help them heal. Even when I can’t, I will be there to support my patient and his or her family. | Why I entered medicine | I am active in treating chronic wounds and work to heal these without surgery or amputation if possible. I have suffered personal issues with infertility and polycystic ovarian syndrome, and so I have a passion to help couples diagnose and treat these issues. I published a book called ""Overcoming Infertility: A Personal Perspective,"" which covers the emotional, financial and family support issues of this very difficult diagnosis.". Dr. Lubinsky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Lymphedema, Primary Intestinal Lymphangiectasia, and Meige Disease.

Recaredo Berbano is an Endocrinologist in Tamaqua, Pennsylvania. Dr. Berbano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency, and Cytochrome C Oxidase Deficiency.