Philosophy of care | I believe in working alongside patients and families as part of a team to reestablish their way of life, focusing on preserving and empowering each person’s ideal way of living. | Why I entered medicine | I love having the opportunity to help individuals reconnect with the unique aspects of life they value by restoring function and highlighting intact potential. | Community involvement | My wife and I proudly support United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley! | Personal interests | I like bonsai and gardening, hiking, tennis, table tennis, golf, and my dog (a very sweet American Staffordshire terrier named Bumblebee). Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury. His top areas of expertise are Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Retinal Vasculopathy with Cerebral Leukodystrophy, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.

Chengyuan Wu is a Neurosurgery provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Wu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Parkinson's Disease, Epilepsy, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Sacral Nerve Stimulation.

Philosophy of care | I treat each patient as an individual and with the same care and consideration I would use for a member of my own family. | Why I entered medicine | I have wanted to be a nurse since seventh grade. My mom is a nurse, and I grew up thinking she knew everything. I wanted to know everything too. | Community involvement | I’m involved with the Penn State Alumni Association. | Personal interests | I love baseball, especially the Yankees, watching sports, playing with my son, running and reading. Ms. Sykora is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury. Her top areas of expertise are Traumatic Brain Injury and Fractured Spine.

Philosophy of care | I find it important not only to treat the patient, but also their immediate family. Open communication with those who will be taking care of you once you are home is essential. | Why I entered medicine | Knowing I am improving patients' lives provides me with great satisfaction. | Personal interests | I enjoy racket sports: tennis, pickleball, padel and squash. Dr. Gopez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Hydrocephalus, Laminectomy, and Vertebroplasty.

Philosophy of care | I am committed to providing care with excellence and love. I also am committed to performing research that will translate into improving the care we provide, as well as, educating the next generation of health care providers. | Why I entered medicine | I came from a family of pharmacists and nurses, and had a lifelong interest in medicine. | Community involvement | I have several medical society memberships with leadership positions, and I am a national member of the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma. We have made numerous charitable contributions to support these societies and fund research grant for the next generations of health care providers. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending time with my wife and family, running, playing golf and listening to sports talk radio. Dr. Cipolle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Gastrostomy, and Hip Replacement.

Rovinder Sandhu is a General Surgeon in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sandhu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Timothy Harrison is a General Surgeon in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Harrison is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

Edward Frick is a General Surgeon in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Frick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Traumatic Brain Injury, Pleurisy, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Philosophy of care | I make every medical decision with a constant reminder to “do the right thing.” My goal as a trauma surgeon and critical care doctor is to be safe while striving toward your best outcome. I also recognize that outcome is determined by your goals, a fact I will always respect as I do all I can to help you reach them. | Why I entered medicine | I was exposed to medicine at an early age because of family illnesses. I was amazed how a team could save a life and have such a large impact on both the patient and the family. I chose acute care surgery because I believed I could have the greatest impact through its balance of trauma/emergency surgery and critical care. | Community involvement | I am new to the Lehigh Valley, but my wife is from Souderton. After a few years in California we are excited to get involved here. | Personal interests | I love spending time with family and being outdoors. I am always looking toward the next adventure with my wife as we travel in pursuit of great food, coffee and views. When I’m not traveling, you can find me hiking, working in the yard, trying out a new recipe, or watching hockey or football. Dr. Farrell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Colostomy, and Gastrostomy.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to treat the family as a whole, especially in trauma, where the event affects all individuals in the patient's life. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine because I am dedicated to helping people. | Personal interests | I spend time with family and friends, and care for my two loving dogs. Dr. Stirparo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Philosophy of care | I strive to care for each patient as I would like others to care for my own family. I hope to ease the stress of your trauma, treat your injuries, and work to help return you to your life or new normal. I understand that trauma affects not only you, the patient, but those close to you. I aim to ease your loved ones’ worry by keeping them informed and working to address their concerns. | Why I entered medicine | I had surgery as a young child and was in awe of the physicians and surgeons that cared for me. I was amazed that they were able to fix my ailment and I wanted to provide the same for other people in the future. Dr. Wheel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Hip Replacement, and Gastrostomy.

Deborah Kimmel is a Physiatrist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kimmel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Hemiplegia, Spasticity, and Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type.

Charles Bendas is a General Surgeon and an Emergency Medicine provider in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bendas has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Hip Replacement, and Splenectomy.

Zoe Maher is a General Surgeon in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Maher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury. Her top areas of expertise are Subareolar Abscess, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Delirium, Fasciotomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Maxwell Braverman is a General Surgeon in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Braverman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Hip Replacement, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Braverman is currently accepting new patients.

Brian Hoey is a General Surgeon in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hoey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

Karl Yaeger is a Radiologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Yaeger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury. His top areas of expertise are Galactocoele, Breast Lump, Fibroadenoma, and Giant Mammary Hamartoma.

Ryan Rambaran is a General Surgeon in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Rambaran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Hernia Surgery, and Splenectomy.

Vishal Patel is a Hospital Medicine provider in Center Valley, Pennsylvania. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Traumatic Brain Injury, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

Peter Thomas is a General Surgeon in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Hip Replacement.