Overview
Philosophy of care | I treat every human being as an integrated system, addressing lifestyle, comorbidities and afflicted organ systems. | Why I entered medicine | My fascination with the amazing design of the human anatomy and every precious life inspired me to pursue a career in the very rewarding yet challenging field of medicine. In particular, discovering the intricacy and vulnerability of the immune system and all its effects on various organ systems made rheumatology my area of interest. In an era of accessible, targeted treatments based on specific immune cell production, it is an exciting and empowering time to practice as a rheumatologist. It is a true honor and privilege to help ameliorate pathology by reaching out to the patients most afflicted with autoimmune conditions, and in doing so including women's health and immunology as fields of relevance. | Community involvement | I do public speaking on arthritis awareness via the Queens Medical Society and Senior Center in Rego Park, Queens, N.Y. I also participate in short-term missions in a Manhattan church to distribute food supplies and meals during holiday occasions. I donate to the support of a youth ministry through Assemblies of God. | Personal interests | In my free time I enjoy piano, singing, cultural dance and poetry composition.
Dr. Bhambhani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. Her top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica.
Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
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- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
505 Independence Road, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
Geisinger Wilkes Barre - Rheumatology
Dr. Pugliese is a board-certified and fellowship-trained rheumatologist. His clinical interests include general rheumatology, systemic autoimmune diseases, crystal arthritis and inflammatory arthritis. Dr. Pugliese obtained his degree in osteopathic medicine from the University of New England. He completed his residency and a fellowship in rheumatology at Geisinger Medical Center. Dr. Pugliese is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in rheumatology. Dr. Pugliese is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. His top areas of expertise are Sarcoidosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.
Northeastern Rehabilitation Associates, PC
Chad Walker is a Rheumatologist in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. Dr. Walker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Sarcoidosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Osteoporosis. Dr. Walker is currently accepting new patients.
LVH Rheumatology-Hausman Road
Nicole Chiappetta is a Rheumatologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chiappetta is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. Her top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- FibromyalgiaDr. Bhambhani isAdvanced. Learn about Fibromyalgia.
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)Dr. Bhambhani isAdvanced. Learn about Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).
- Experienced
- Ankylosing SpondylitisDr. Bhambhani isExperienced. Learn about Ankylosing Spondylitis.
- ArthritisDr. Bhambhani isExperienced. Learn about Arthritis.
- Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)Dr. Bhambhani isExperienced. Learn about Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA).
- BursitisDr. Bhambhani isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Calcium Pyrophosphate ArthritisDr. Bhambhani isExperienced. Learn about Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.
- Chondrocalcinosis 2Dr. Bhambhani isExperienced. Learn about Chondrocalcinosis 2.