Aaron H. Mendelson
Expertise in
32
conditions

Dr. Aaron H. Mendelson

Gastroenterology
LVH Gastroenterology–1501 N Cedar Crest
1501 N Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 110, 
Allentown, PA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
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Expertise in
32
conditions
LVH Gastroenterology–1501 N Cedar Crest
1501 N Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 110, 
Allentown, PA 

Overview

Philosophy of care | I provide the best possible evidence-based care to my patients, and look forward to helping you. | Why I entered medicine | The medical field fascinated me, and I loved how I could apply the science of gastroenterology to improve lives. | Community involvement | I am active at the Jewish Community Center and the Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley. | Personal interests | I enjoy skiing, long-distance running and spending quality time with my wife and children.

Dr. Mendelson is highly rated in 32 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Dr. Mendelson is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Mendelson is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in PA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology
American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine

Fellowships

Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD- 2016, 2017, 2018

Hospital Affiliations

Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono
Schuylkill Medical Center - South Jackson Street
Lehigh Valley Hospital - Macungie
Lehigh Valley Hospital
St Lukes Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Blue Shield of California
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Capital Blue Cross
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Cigna
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Devoted Health
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Geisinger
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Humana
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Managed Medicaid
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Medicaid
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PA Health and Wellness
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Premera Blue Cross
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UnitedHealthcare
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UPMC
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Wellcare
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Locations

LVH Gastroenterology–1501 N Cedar Crest
1501 N Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 110, Allentown, PA 18104

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Mendelson has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
Colonoscopy

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

5 Total Publications

Catching the Zebra: Clinical Pearls and Pitfalls for the Successful Diagnosis of Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome.
Catching the Zebra: Clinical Pearls and Pitfalls for the Successful Diagnosis of Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome.
Journal: Digestive diseases and sciences
Published: May 04, 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Aaron H. Mendelson

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Aaron H. Mendelson?

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Is Dr. Aaron H. Mendelson a top-rated expert for Ulcerative Colitis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Aaron H. Mendelson is classified as an Advanced expert for Ulcerative Colitis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Aaron H. Mendelson specialize in?

While Dr. Aaron H. Mendelson is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, and Swallowing Difficulty. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Aaron H. Mendelson participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Aaron H. Mendelson has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ulcerative Colitis. You can view a list of Dr. Aaron H. Mendelson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Aaron H. Mendelson accept my insurance?

Dr. Aaron H. Mendelson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 610-821-2828 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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