Dr. Richard D. Battista

Paul Pollice is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Pollice is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Bursitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Pollice is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Pollice is currently accepting new patients.

Philosophy of care | My goal is to make sure you know that you have my full attention at each office visit. We will work together to diagnose and treat each injury. I want you and your family to feel completely comfortable with the plan of care. Each patient's recovery to their fullest potential is my ultimate goal. | Why I entered medicine | For as long as I can remember, I wanted to become a doctor. After playing multiple sports in high school and then Division I college football, and suffering multiple injuries along the way, orthopedic surgery was a natural fit. | Community involvement | I have been a youth sports coach for football, soccer, baseball and basketball. I also volunteer for many community groups. | Personal interests | I am a sports fan at all levels: high school, college and professional. I also enjoy hiking, biking and fishing. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. Dr. Rudolph is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Osteomyelitis, Tendinitis, Tennis Elbow, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Rudolph is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Rudolph is currently accepting new patients.

James Sacco is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sacco is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement.

Chinenye Nwachuku is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Nwachuku is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Caffey Disease, Bursitis, Hip Replacement, and Osteotomy.

Philosophy of care | I use for you and each of my patients the same treatment philosophy used for professional and college athletes, adjusted for your activity level. | Why I entered medicine | My goal since sixth grade was to be an orthopedic sports medicine physician, and I very much learned from and enjoyed my time as an assistant team physician for the Cincinnati Bengals and for the University of Cincinnati, and as a physician for pro tennis and beach volleyball tours. I am proud to return to my community to provide the same or better care than I received during my own athletic career. | Community involvement | I am involved in numerous outreach events. I also provide athletic coverage for Lehigh University and multiple area high schools. | Personal interests | When not working I enjoy spending time with my wife and two children, as well as traveling both locally and abroad. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. Dr. Terpstra is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, and Bursitis. Dr. Terpstra is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Orthopedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and American Osteopathic Board Of Orthopedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery . Dr. Terpstra is currently accepting new patients.

Why I entered medicine | I have always been interested medicine. Many members of my family are physicians. I had a great uncle who was one of the earliest neurosurgeons in Canada and two uncles who are surgeons: a neurosurgeon and a cardiothoracic surgeon. My father is also an orthopedic surgeon. They all have taken the time to share their interest and knowledge of medicine with me. During my undergraduate studies, I worked in a laboratory. I found out that working for hours on end at the laboratory bench was not for me. I enjoy interacting with people. I was accepted into medical school prior to obtaining my bachelor’s degree. I have many great memories from my years of training at the University of British Columbia, which I completed in 1990. I decided to specialize in orthopedics during my fourth year of medical school. I enjoyed being involved in the invasive procedures in all specialties. I won a gold medal in anesthesia, but I liked the satisfaction of fixing things in orthopedics. As an orthopedic surgeon, my father never pushed me into orthopedics, but he was happy to see me following in his footsteps. Dr. Hawk is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Hawk is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery and American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. Dr. Hawk is currently accepting new patients.