Philosophy of care | My main goal is to treat every patient as a person with kindness and respect. I’m passionate about preventative care and educating patients about lifestyle changes that help people live longer, healthier and happier lives. I like to take a holistic approach that includes diet, exercise and helping the body heal itself, as opposed to just using medications. I prescribe them when necessary, but a lot of chronic conditions can be improved or prevented with lifestyle changes alone. I think the extra time I spend counseling and educating patients about caring for their bodies is definitely worth it to their health and well-being. | Why I entered medicine | My grandfather was a physician with his own practice. He had a passion for medicine that I believe was passed on to me. He just loved caring for patients and getting to know them. He literally took care of whole families, delivering babies and caring for each family member throughout their entire lives – a true family practitioner. I saw from a young age how rewarding a career in medicine could be. Fortunately, I found that I really enjoyed studying the sciences. Biology was my favorite subject in high school, and I majored in it in college. I took a year off before applying to medical school to work for Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York. I triaged all patient phone calls and handled OR scheduling. It wasn’t a clinical role, but working closely with patients showed me without a doubt that I wanted to follow in my grandfather’s footsteps. | Community involvement | I have two small children who take a lot of my time when I’m not working, so I give to the community when I can. In college I volunteered with an organization called Dress for Success that helps homeless women dress for job interviews. During my residency, I volunteered at high schools and colleges giving sports physicals. I was a competitive figure skater when I was younger, so I love working with young athletes, talking to them about preventing injuries and staying in peak condition. It’s truly a joy watching them achieve their highest athletic goals. | Personal interests | I love spending time with my two kids and my husband. We like being active outdoors, going for walks as a family and exploring the area. I still skate for fun, and also stay in shape by practicing yoga and spinning (riding a stationary bike). My kitchen is another happy place for me. I love baking and cooking Italian food. My grandparents were born in the United States but met in Rome where my grandfather went to medical school and my grandmother worked for the American embassy. I grew up hearing all about Italian culture and cuisine. In my quieter moments, there’s nothing like a good novel. I’ve always enjoyed losing myself in a book more than watching TV. It’s a wonderful escape and a great way to unwind. Dr. Stockhausen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Her top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Otitis.

Daniel Spatz is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Laurys Station, Pennsylvania. Dr. Spatz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and TMJ Disorders.

Philosophy of care | I believe that every patient is unique and needs an individualized approach. | Why I entered medicine | I never doubted the idea that medicine is the right career field for me. While taking chemistry and biology classes in junior high school, I understood that my future profession would be linked to medicine. I had enormous curiosity for the human body and the desire to reduce human suffering. | Personal interests | My hobbies include painting, photography and camping. Dr. Doni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Her top areas of expertise are Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia, Chronic Cough, Necrosis, and Peptic Ulcer.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to provide each patient the best possible care targeted to their individual needs. | Why I entered medicine | I think medicine is the most noble profession because we have opportunity to help people when they need it the most. | Personal interests | I enjoy traveling, studying various religions and spending quality time with family. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, and Pleurisy.

Wael Yacoub is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Whitehall, Pennsylvania. Dr. Yacoub is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Nasal Flaring, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

Daniel Rappaport is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Whitehall, Pennsylvania. Dr. Rappaport is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Factor V Leiden Thrombophilia, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Noel Brouse is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Palmerton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Brouse is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Otitis.

Paige Van Wirt is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Van Wirt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Her top areas of expertise are Dementia, COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and Alzheimer's Disease.

Georgia Fliakos is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Fliakos is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Her top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Peptic Ulcer, and Necrosis.

Philosophy of care | I treat all of my patients as if they are members of my family. I feel that my role as a physician and surgeon is to educate each patient so that they can make the best decision for their particular illness. | Why I entered medicine | I chose this profession to help people and to be stimulated intellectually. I was also inspired by my family to become a physician and surgeon. My father and brother are dentists, and my mother was an operating room nurse. | Personal interests | I enjoy playing golf, cooking, cycling, reading and spending time with my wife and children. Dr. Welkie is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Peripheral Artery Disease, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Philosophy of care | Listening is important. That's the most helpful to patients. You get the most insight into their personality. Communication is also important -- not only with the patient, but with the patient's family, and especially in the hospital or nursing home. Good communication goes a long way. I've been doing this for more than 10 years, and you build a relationship with your patients. I like to catch up, see how they're doing, ask about their family, vacations. | Why I entered medicine | My father was a doctor, and that had an impact on me when I was growing up. | Personal interests | My greatest passion in life is my family -- my wife and my two daughters. That's the most important thing to me. I spend a lot of time with the family, and I like to fish. We're big Eagles fans, and I have season tickets. Dr. Ehrig is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Cyclic Neutropenia, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Multiple Myeloma, and Cirrhosis.

Philosophy of care | My job is to save the lives of patients with aortic aneurysms, to prevent strokes in patients with carotid artery disease and to avert amputation in patients with impaired blood flow to their extremities. However, what I treasure in my job is the relationship with patients and their families, developed sometimes over years and sometimes quickly during a challenging time in their lives. I always remember that patients like you who seek out my expertise are people – with jobs, lives, hobbies, families and compelling personal stories. I enjoy hearing those stories and playing a role in caring for those individuals. | Why I entered medicine | Honestly, I wasn't very good at physics. After studying physics and engineering as an undergraduate at Haverford College and as a graduate student at the University of Virginia, I figured out somewhat serendipitously that I was good at surgery and enjoyed caring for patients. Vascular surgery is intellectually engrossing and technically challenging. | Community involvement | My wife Oksana and I support the YMCA, and three generations of Jacksons have attended a YMCA summer camp in Rhode Island. Because Oksana is of Ukrainian heritage, we support a number of humanitarian causes in that country. | Personal interests | My family and I enjoy hiking and camping (Indian Garden Campground at the Grand Canyon is my favorite campsite). My kids play a lot of soccer, and some baseball and softball, so I've become a student of those games. We're pretty dedicated Philadelphia Union fans. Dr. Jackson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Disease, Aneurysm Repair, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Jeffrey Wells is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Schnecksville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Wells is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Philosophy of care | In a world where it seems like practices are becoming larger and less personal, our office is still a small two practitioner practice. This allows a patient to be able to see the same physician in the practice and for that doctor to be able to know that patient and his or her family as well as he can. | Why I entered medicine | I had originally entered college planning to become a chemical engineer. After a semester of math and science, I decided that I wanted a profession where I could feel like I was directly impacting people's lives on a daily basis. I really cherish getting to know my patients and their families. | Community involvement | I am involved in my son's team sports and school events. I am a lector and an RCIA sponsor at my church and enjoy playing tuba in the Nazareth Community Band. | Personal interests | I enjoy playing tuba, gardening and running. Dr. Heffelfinger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Philosophy of care | Family medicine gives me the opportunity to practice my passion. I dedicated a lifetime to taking care of my patients and their family by managing their well-being and tracking their progress and needs. I take pride in being a very thorough and dedicated physician with 30 years of experience. I strive to keep my knowledge current and have consistently been complimented for my bedside manner and efforts to uplift my patients. | Why I entered medicine | I consider medicine to be a human service. It’s not a job for me, but a way of life. I chose this life to make a difference in the lives of others and their loved ones. I consider my mission to be helping my patients remain upbeat and positive about their care and overall health. | Community involvement | I help overseas orphanages and in war-torn countries. | Personal interests | I enjoy walking, gardening and yard work. I love cooking for my family and the art of interior design. I travel with my family for pleasure and spend time with my husband, two daughters, son-in-law and granddaughters. I look forward to meeting you and your family. Dr. Hanna is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Her top areas of expertise are Bile Acid Malabsorption, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Deborah Bren is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Orefield, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bren is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Her top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Osteopenia, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Narien Grover is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Whitehall, Pennsylvania. Dr. Grover is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Jock Itch, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Premature Ejaculation, and Familial Hypertriglyceridemia.

Philosophy of care | I will improve your quality of life by applying to your foot/ankle condition my 35 years of experience, experience that matters in treating complex foot issues. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine to be of service and help people like you, to educate patients about their condition and to improve their quality of life. | Community involvement | I speak to community walking/running groups about ways to prevent feet and ankle conditions from developing. I also have been part of residency education for 30 years. | Personal interests | Outside of work I enjoy cycling, fly fishing and photography. | 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. Schwartz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Plantar Fasciitis, Ledderhose Disease, Fibromatosis, and Peripheral Artery Disease.

Philosophy of care | I enjoy the one-on-one interaction I receive from treating patients as a family physician and from helping to treat those who may have a sports-related injury. | Why I entered medicine | I have played soccer for most of my life and that involvement spurred my interest in treating sports injuries. | Community involvement | I served as a team physician for Lehigh University from 2012-2016. | Personal interests | When not working, I enjoy staying active and spending time with my three young children. Dr. Bilali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Otitis, COVID-19, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C).

Farah Mirza is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mirza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Her top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, High Cholesterol, and Gastrostomy.