Philosophy of care | I try to put myself in patients’ shoes and understand where they’re coming from. As a surgeon, I mainly deal with head and neck cancer, and I’m mindful of relational matters such as how to give someone a bad diagnosis and help patients make good decisions. I try to give people as much information as possible so they can intelligently and knowledgably weigh options about their care. If we’re talking about surgery, I try to draw diagrams to make the procedure more clear. We’re a multidisciplinary head and neck center, so patients can also talk to a radiation oncologist and medical oncologist and get all their questions answered at one time in a multidisciplinary conference with their family. You need support systems to get through these medical problems. | I am a member of the head and neck cancer and skin and soft tissue cancer multidisciplinary consultation teams. Together we review your diagnostic information and give you a written opinion reflecting the scope of your condition and recommendations for your best course of care. | Why I entered medicine | I spent lot of time with one of my uncles at his clinic in India when I was younger, and got to see him take care of all types patients with all types of illnesses. That was the start of my interest. When I got into medical school, I became fascinated with head and neck anatomy. That led to my becoming a head and neck surgeon. From there I specifically became interested in cancer and trying to make a difference in patients with a bad diagnosis. That’s especially rewarding with the kind of surgeries I do, which require trying to both eradicate disease and maximize head and neck functions such as swallowing and speaking. | Community involvement | I recently moved to the area so have just begun delving into the local community. One thing I’d like to explore is participating in state professional organizations such as the Pennsylvania Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery. | Personal interests | I have school-age kids, so I am engaged in their activities on most weekends. Other than spending time with family, I enjoy taking my dog for hikes. I also play tennis, as I have since I was a kid, including in college. I’m a strong believer in trying to work out 30 to 60 minutes a day, whether that means doing cardio or lifting weights. And I’ve been trying to cook more using my smoker. I have to say, that’s still experimental at this point. Dr. Nayak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parathyroid Adenoma. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Mikulicz Disease, Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, Tissue Biopsy, and Laryngectomy.

Philosophy of care | To listen, care and help. | Personal interests | I enjoy cooking, painting and spending time with my family in my spare time. Dr. Sun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parathyroid Adenoma. Her top areas of expertise are Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Thyroid Storm, and Thyroid Nodule.

Philosophy of care | The healing process requires trust, knowledge and hope. I try to create a feeling of trust, give patients the knowledge they need to understand their own condition, and of course, develop a plan that gives them hope. I treat my patients as if they are a member of my family or a close friend. I committed myself to that when I first thought of becoming a doctor. I know what it means. My dear aunt and grandmother both had breast cancer. I know how it affected my own family. Treating a patient like a member of the family means empowering my patients with understandable information and formulating a treatment plan that makes sense to them. I share my perspective with my patients, try to eliminate the unknown and help them to see the light after passing through darkness. | Also, I am a member of the breast cancer multidisciplinary consultation team. Together we review your diagnostic information and give you a written opinion reflecting the scope of your condition and recommendations for your best course of care. | Why I entered medicine | I was conflicted between my passion for classical music as a concert pianist and for the art of medicine as an intellectual. I came to a conclusion that I could combine both arts and make a compassionate career with the product of my hands - the art of Surgery. | Community involvement | I am committed to church activities, medical missions and mentorship. I am actively engaged in women's programs such as 'Show your chapeau', a fundraiser musical event to benefit breast cancer patients. | Personal interests | My interests are classical piano, church organ and oil painting. I am also fluent in Portuguese, Spanish and Korean. Dr. Whang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parathyroid Adenoma. Her top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Lymphadenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

Scott Beman is a General Surgeon in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Beman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parathyroid Adenoma. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Parathyroidectomy, and Endoscopy.

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

Roderick Quiros is a Surgical Oncologist in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Quiros is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parathyroid Adenoma. His top areas of expertise are Parathyroid Adenoma, Parathyroid Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

Philosophy of care | I enjoy promoting and supporting you as a patient, recognizing that every patient seeks a consultation for care with the hope of getting better. | Why I entered medicine | One of the things that attracted me to medicine and drives my desire to help patients is the fascinating interaction of the endocrine system at all levels of bodily function, and how every patient is unique. | Community involvement | I promote health awareness via local community programs. | Personal interests | Outside work I enjoy tennis, cooking and travel. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parathyroid Adenoma. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Obesity in Children, and Hypothyroidism.

Mal Homan is an Endocrinologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Homan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parathyroid Adenoma. His top areas of expertise are Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).

Mohamed Lareef is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lareef is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parathyroid Adenoma. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery.

Philosophy of care | My goal is to provide the best care I can. I know it can be difficult seeking assistance with your health. I feel that communication is a priority, and I want you to feel comfortable with me. I will always do my very best to take great care of you in and out of the operating room. | Community involvement | American Cancer Society, Wings of Hope, Relay for Life | Personal interests | Cancer care. Dr. Pendurthi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parathyroid Adenoma. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Colorectal Polyps, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy.

David Yen is an Otolaryngologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Yen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parathyroid Adenoma. His top areas of expertise are Tongue Cancer, Mouth Ulcers, Mouth Sores, Myringotomy, and Thyroidectomy.

David Brown is an Otolaryngologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Brown is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parathyroid Adenoma. His top areas of expertise are Otitis, Malignant Otitis Externa, Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Myringotomy, and Tissue Biopsy.