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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Occupational Hearing Loss. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity, Hepatitis C, and Cirrhosis.

Thomas Koch is an Otolaryngologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Koch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Occupational Hearing Loss. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Sinusitis.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to provide the best care I possibly can. I believe in engaging with you as my patient and encouraging you to be equally involved to achieve the best possible outcome. | Why I entered medicine | My initial goal in life was to help people. I began my career as a pharmacist and discovered I could be of even greater service as a physician and surgeon. | Community involvement | I donate to worthy causes locally, nationally and internationally. It's important to help the disadvantaged whenever possible. | Personal interests | When not at work, I spend quality time with my family and strive to instill in my children a desire to achieve a greater good. I also have an interest in advances in technology and like to read related journals and articles. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Occupational Hearing Loss. His top areas of expertise are Nasal Polyps, Grass Allergy, Infant Hearing Loss, and Empyema.

Sri Chennupati is an Otolaryngologist and a Pediatrics provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chennupati is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Occupational Hearing Loss. His top areas of expertise are Acrofrontofacionasal Dysostosis Syndrome, Gorlin-Chaudhry-Moss Syndrome, Crouzon Syndrome, Stridor, and Adenoidectomy.

"Philosophy of care | Each day patients entrust me with something important to them -- their health. I balance their condition with their goals and concerns, and with well-established medical practices, to provide them the most appropriate care. | Why I entered medicine | From a young age, I knew I wanted to practice medicine. The study of biology fascinated me. Being a physician allows me to combine my desire to help others with that fascination. | Community involvement | Health conditions affect everyone, including those who have difficulty obtaining proper care. I have supported organizations and participated in community events that provide care to those in need, including single mothers and their children. Because of my roots in Pennsylvania's ""hard coal"" region, I also have supported organizations that seek to preserve and promote the history and sacrifices of the many thousands of individuals who, like my ancestors, worked so hard for their families and communities. | Personal interests | I enjoy sports and being outdoors.". Dr. Shemanski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Occupational Hearing Loss. Her top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, and Tinnitus.

Jose Uribe is an Otolaryngologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Uribe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Occupational Hearing Loss. His top areas of expertise are Occupational Hearing Loss, Infant Hearing Loss, Laryngeal Cancer, and Throat Cancer.

Ahmad Abualsoud is an Otolaryngologist and a Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Abualsoud is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Occupational Hearing Loss. His top areas of expertise are Malignant Otitis Externa, Infant Hearing Loss, Ozena, and Palatal Myoclonus.

Philosophy of care | I believe in giving each patient time to explain their problem and then working with them to find safe, effective solutions. Informative and comprehensive discussions with my patients, plus quality care, yields long-lasting and trusting relationships. | Why I entered medicine | I always felt my role in life was to help others. Growing up with a physician father, I experienced the satisfaction being a doctor gave him and I wanted the same for myself. | Community involvement | I organize and run school fundraisers and charity programs. During the holiday season, I volunteer with meal delivery. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending time with my two children, watching my daughter play volleyball and hearing her sing in an a cappella group at school. I spend time cycling and exercising in my time off. I am also very lucky to have many family members in the area. Dr. Scharf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Occupational Hearing Loss. His top areas of expertise are Hearing Loss, Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, Infant Hearing Loss, and Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome.