Amy Ahnert is a Cardiologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ahnert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). Her top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Pediatric Myocarditis, Heart Attack, Aortic Regurgitation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). His top areas of expertise are Cyclic Neutropenia, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Multiple Myeloma, and Cirrhosis.

Nidhi Mehta is a Cardiologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). Her top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Pediatric Myocarditis, Heart Failure, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Jason Lee is a Pathologist and a Dermatologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). His top areas of expertise are Epidermodysplasia Verruciformis, Warts, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, and Lymphomatoid Granulomatosis.

Nicole Chiappetta is a Rheumatologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chiappetta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). Her top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

Philosophy of care | Patients with chronic diseases need special care and attention. It's important for me to educate patients so they feel more in control of their disease and their lives. | Why I entered medicine | Rheumatology is a very challenging specialty for physicians as well as for patients. The diseases are complex and encompass every field of medicine. Growing up in my community I was always grateful for the care given to me and my family. As a result, I wanted to provide my community medical care they needed, particularly those with challenging rheumatic illnesses. | Community involvement | Growing up in the Lehigh Valley, I enjoy participating in events with the Arthritis Foundation and running local races with my father. | Personal interests | Spending time with my family and friends. I also enjoy running outdoors and exercise when time allows. Dr. O'brien is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). Her top areas of expertise are Dermatomyositis, Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis, Scleroderma, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.

Philosophy of care | Improving my patients' quality of life is of utmost importance. I love it when patients tell me they have returned to doing the things they enjoy most – whether that be work, exercise or a hobby – because their prescribed treatment is effective. | Why I entered medicine | Rheumatology is exciting to me because the treatment of autoimmune disease and arthritis has recently significantly improved. Many new medications, especially those to treat rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and gout have become available to physicians and patients in just the past 10 years. | Community involvement | I help organize fundraising and educational programs for our local chapter of the Arthritis Foundation. | Personal interests | I very much enjoy spending time with my family and friends, cooking with my children, and travel. Dr. Ingraham is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). Her top areas of expertise are Lupus Nephritis, Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), and Scleroma.

Hiral Shah is a Gastroenterologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.

"Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to empower patients to make choices. By providing the best information and research, as well as taking their individual circumstances into account, I believe that patients are more likely to make appropriate health care choices. Treating patients should never be a ""dictatorship,"" but a true partnership. | Why I entered medicine | I became a nurse practitioner to combine the best of nursing and medicine. I am able to combine the holistic approach of nursing with the diagnosis, evaluation and treatment of medicine to treat the whole patient. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending time with my family. We love to travel, read and watch sports. We are avid Steelers, Phillies and Iron Pigs fans!". Ms. Spering is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF) and Systemic Sclerosis (SSc).

Jennifer Rovella is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Rovella is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Bronchiectasis, Emphysema, Bullae, and Gastrostomy.

Joseph Schellenberg is a Sleep Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Schellenberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Emphysema, Bullae, and Lung Metastases.

Brian Civic is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Civic is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Hypertension, Emphysema, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Gastrostomy.

Philosophy of care | I provide you with the best medical treatment while maintaining compassionate care for all my patients. | Why I entered medicine | Since childhood I enjoyed solving problems and marveled over the functioning of the human body. I discovered I wanted to use this passion to help people by alleviating patients' pain from their ailments. | Community involvement | I provide awareness in the community about available preventive medical efforts to help generate a better lifestyle, and about our readiness to provide patients the best medical care to combat any disease afflicting the community. | Personal interests | I enjoy food, tennis, basketball, soccer, and reading mystery novels in my spare time. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 42th for pulmonology and lung surgery on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. |. Dr. Palacios is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, and Asthma.

Aaron Czysz is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Czysz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). His top areas of expertise are Emphysema, Bullae, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, and Gastrostomy.

Charles Ludivico is a Rheumatologist in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ludivico is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Reactive Arthritis, Sjogren Syndrome, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis.

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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). Her top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Otitis.

Philosophy of care | My motto is that if I listen to you hard enough, you will tell me what’s wrong. I also like to view you as a whole rather than focus on one problem. I see how your symptoms are impacting your daily life and try to improve upon that. | Why I entered medicine | I’ve always liked science, and any profession that incorporates biology and helping people is a good mix. I grew up in a family of doctors, so I was exposed to the field early on. I remember my dad seeing his patients in the supermarket, and it was just a very friendly encounter – you could tell his patients were very appreciative of him. I see that doctor-patient relationship as a special kind of bond, especially since I will see many of my rheumatoid patients for the rest of their lives. | Personal interests | My husband and I enjoy biking, and we do a lot of city-to-shore bike rides. We also golf and have done rec league softball and football. Really, we enjoy any sport. We like hiking, too, as we can take our young daughter with us. Dr. Zavitsanos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). Her top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Sjogren Syndrome, and Psoriasis.

Susan Kim is a Rheumatologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis.

Philosophy of care | I believe in taking care of you with a unique plan for your lifestyle. Especially in the field of rheumatology, no two patients are alike. My goal is to get you back to doing what you love to do. | Why I entered medicine | I have seen the impact of uncontrolled rheumatic diseases on a patient's quality of life. In the last few decades especially, there have been many new therapies that can significantly lessen pain and improve function. For that reason I feel lucky to be in medicine now. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending free time with family and friends. Dr. Somashekar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). Her top areas of expertise are Perniosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Fibromyalgia, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica.

Philosophy of care | My goal is to work closely with patients to improve their quality of life and overall well being by offering the most up-to-date treatment options and developing the right treatment plan for each individual patient. Dr. Dunn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). His top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Lupus Nephritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis.