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

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 TMJ Disorders. Her top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Otitis.

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

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 TMJ Disorders. His top areas of expertise are Nasal Polyps, Grass Allergy, Infant Hearing Loss, and Empyema.

"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 TMJ Disorders. Her top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, and Tinnitus.

Philosophy of care | I believe patients should be active participants in their own care, but medicine can be a foreign language to many. My role as a physician is to make medicine user-friendly so we can work as a team. | Why I entered medicine | Science was always a passion of mine and I have always loved problem-solving. Becoming a doctor allowed me to use my medical knowledge to help people solve their problems. | Community involvement | I enjoy giving back to my community. I am a member of the Maimonides Society of the Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley (JFLV) and have served as the medical editor for Hakol, the local newspaper for the JFLV. | Personal interests | I have enjoyed training in the martial arts the past 13 years. I also like biking and playing squash. Dr. Lemberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of TMJ Disorders. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Grass Allergy.

Edmond Obeid is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Obeid is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of TMJ Disorders. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

Philosophy of care | Every patient is different and unique. I like to work with patients as a partner, sitting face to face and talking together. My role is to present various evidence-based treatment options, based on scientific studies. I always encourage patients to ask questions, and I’m there to make sure they understand everything. I’m even happy to write it all down so they can take the information home and think about it. I can’t decide the best treatment for patients by myself, but I can provide options and guidance to help them choose the best care. | Why I entered medicine | My father has diabetes. When I was 15 he started going into a diabetic coma several times a year. The first time it happened, I was at home with my parents where we lived in Taiwan. My mom was crying, so I quickly called my older sister, who is a family doctor in the United States, and asked her what to do. With her help I took his blood pressure, heart rate and checked his blood sugar. I found that I liked caring for my dad and started thinking I’d like to do that for other people someday. But I didn’t really plan to go to medical school until my dad asked one day if I wanted to try. I did, and the rest is history. I’m now helping patients get well and stay healthy, just like I once did for my dad. | Community involvement | I volunteer regularly at my father-in-law’s church in New Jersey. I participate in rummage sales and other fundraisers that support the church community. My other passion is helping animals. I’ve always loved them since I was a child, and my heart cries whenever I see an animal being mistreated. I even thought about becoming a veterinarian before I became a human doctor. I now have two cats that I adopted from a rescue shelter, and I also send regular donations to the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA). I help whenever I can. | Personal interests | I love spending time with my cats—they’re just like my son and daughter. My husband and I even have a small room in our house just for them, complete with a cat tree and toys. I also love traveling. When I was growing up, my mom took me abroad every vacation. I’ve been to Australia, New Zealand, Europe, Southeast Asia and many other places. I particularly like trying local foods and learning new languages. I speak fluent Chinese and English, plus I know a little Japanese, Korean and Tagalog (spoken in the Philippines). I love to learn new things, and I think seeing many different places and experiencing new cultures has made me a more open person and a better doctor. Dr. Chu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of TMJ Disorders. Her top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Empyema, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Necrosis.

"Philosophy of care | I believe in treating all patients with dignity and respect. It starts with the doctor-patient relationship, which is based on communication. I strive to listen to patients and understand their background and values in order to tailor treatment to help them achieve their goals in health care as well as life. Health is determined by social and spiritual factors, and not solely physical parameters. | Why I entered medicine | I chose the career of medicine because I love science and I love people. Medicine provides the opportunity to build relationships over time and affect change in people's lives. | Community involvement | I am very involved with my local church. I have volunteered at the Allentown Rescue Mission's free clinic run by DeSales University. | Personal interests | I spend most of my ""free"" time with my family enjoying the outdoors and sports. I play guitar and enjoy music and literature.". Dr. Nussbaum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of TMJ Disorders. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Karine Thevenin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Thevenin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of TMJ Disorders. Her top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Otitis.

Philosophy of care | I love the one-to-one connection with the patient. It’s everything in family medicine, as far as I’m concerned. It goes with being an osteopathic doctor, the approach of the human body healing itself and healing the whole body. I'm hard-working, easy to communicate with, and here to help -- whether it be about medicine, the Phillies lineup or just day-to-day life. | Why I entered medicine | I wanted to be a doctor ever since I was young. I even used to dress up as a doctor on Halloween. I developed my interest from my pediatrician. There was a real comfort level in his office. I was pretty much interested in everything medical ever since. I can still remember looking at dissections of a frog in my encyclopedia over and over again. | Community involvement | I participated in the Valley Preferred Tour de Hershey, a bike ride to raise money for childhood cancer. I also contribute to the local dog park in Allentown. | Personal interests | In my spare time, I enjoy hanging out with my Rhodesian Ridgeback, Scarlett; enjoying the company of my wife, family and friends; making wine; playing sports; reading books; hiking and eating! I'm also a fan of Philadelphia sports teams. Dr. Sperrazza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of TMJ Disorders. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Bloom Syndrome.

Henry Liu is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of TMJ Disorders. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

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 TMJ Disorders. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Mikulicz Disease, Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, Tissue Biopsy, and Laryngectomy.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is doing what’s best for you and keeping you as informed as possible about your health care to reach the best outcome. | Why I entered medicine | As a child and young adult I looked up to a lot of people in the medical field and that made a big impression on me. I enjoyed the sciences from an early age and, when the time came, decided to apply those skills to the field of medicine. I also knew I wanted to practice in a community setting in Pennsylvania like my father and grandfather did before me. | Community involvement | Most of my volunteer work has been with area youth organizations. I have been president and administrative official of the local YMCA swim team for seven years. I volunteer and assist in the organization of multiple charity races and triathlons that benefit the community. | Personal interests | I spend free time cycling, running, swimming, skiing, water skiing, fishing, hunting and pretty much anything outdoors. But my focus now is my family, their interests and future. Dr. Pollock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of TMJ Disorders. His top areas of expertise are Nonallergic Rhinopathy, Palatal Myoclonus, Ozena, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

Philosophy of care | I treat everyone as I would want to be treated. | Why I entered medicine | Compassion and curiosity. I love applying knowledge acquired by science to the art of the betterment of mankind. | Personal interests | I enjoy SCUBA diving, skiing and woodworking. Dr. Koprowski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of TMJ Disorders. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Sinusitis.

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 TMJ Disorders. His top areas of expertise are Hearing Loss, Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, Infant Hearing Loss, and Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome.

Philosophy of care | I believe that physicians and their patients are partners that need to work together to promote health and wellness. My job is to educate my patients so that they fully understand why I make the recommendations I do, and also so that they are more comfortable and willing to take charge of their own health. In turn, I want my patients to be honest with me and openly share their concerns so that I can better understand their individual needs and so we can work together as a team. I want my office visits to be conversations. I am a people person and I want to get to know my patients and families on a personal level. I also want my patients to respect me as a person, too, and understand that I also go to doctor's visits and sometimes wait. I ask for patience when this happens at my office and know that I look forward to our visit together. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine because I have always had a passion to study and learn about the human body and mind. I have always had a desire to help patients and their families in times of both illness and health. This desire stemmed from growing up watching my grandfather, a very special family physician, care for and develop relationships with families for over 50 years. I was in awe that he was always a constant in the lives of so many families, and they counted on him and trusted him to guide them through some of their most challenging moments. I, too, wanted to have this type of relationship with patients, which is why I entered family medicine in particular. I wanted to care for patients and families of all ages, and continue to see them over the course of time, throughout all of the milestones in their lives - both good and bad. | Community involvement | I am a supporter of the Boys and Girls Club organization, and I recently ran a half marathon in the name of the American Cancer Society. Past involvement includes volunteering time to educate diabetic patients on their disease and teach them the importance of healthy diet and exercise, as well as organizing multiple fundraisers to support our troops overseas. | Personal interests | I most enjoy spending time with my husband and our families. I also love to run, read, and travel when time allows!. Dr. Mitchell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of TMJ Disorders. Her top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Osteopenia, and TMJ Disorders.

Eric Holender is an Otolaryngologist and an Allergy and Immunologist in Palmerton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Holender is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of TMJ Disorders. His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

Jeffrey Bedrosian is an Otolaryngologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bedrosian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of TMJ Disorders. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Nasal Polyps, Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Endoscopy.

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