Alain Bouckenooghe is an Infectious Disease provider in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bouckenooghe is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Japanese Encephalitis, Dengue Fever, Viral Hemorrhagic Fever, and Yellow Fever.

Philosophy of care | I view my role as a physician as that of a coach. I educate and advise my patients to empower them to become active in managing their own healthcare. I work as a member of a team of physicians, nurses, behavioral health specialists, case managers and many others to better meet our patients' medical, behavioral and social needs. | Why I entered medicine | I have devoted my career to providing the highest quality primary and specialized care to patients with HIV/AIDS, hepatitis C, and/or hepatitis B regardless of their ability to pay. Caring for people living with HIV/AIDS and/or viral hepatitis has allowed me to develop relationships with patients who have wonderful stories and to advocate for them on a daily basis. This field allows me to blend my passions for patient care, clinical research and medical education. | Community involvement | I serve as faculty and a professional development coach for our medical students in the LVHN-USF SELECT MD program. I hope to be able to help guide our next generation of physician leaders to look beyond the requirements of their traditional medical training and develop the skills that will allow them to succeed in a rapidly changing field. I also oversee the Hepatitis Care Center's hepatitis C testing program. We offer free, rapid hepatitis C tests (results in 20 minutes) with a finger-stick sample to anyone in the community who has had a risk for hepatitis C infection at any point in their life. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending time with my wife and children. I have been a passionate Philadelphia Eagles fan for as long as I can remember. I’m lucky to be able to bleed green a few days a year during home games at Lincoln Financial Field. Dr. Yozviak is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Myelitis, and HIV/AIDS.

Margaret Hoffman is an Infectious Disease specialist and an Internal Medicine provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hoffman is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, HIV/AIDS, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

"Philosophy of care | It is rewarding to help people cope with the unknown - and sometimes life-threatening - illnesses. It is especially rewarding because we have increasingly sophisticated tools to diagnose and treat infections. | Why I entered medicine | A career in infectious diseases is challenging, exciting and hard work. Using training, intellect and the resources of modern medicine, I have the opportunity to help patients, families and communities deal with often frightening illnesses. Recent decades have seen the emergence of AIDS, SARS, Avian Flu, MRSA and dozens of ""mystery"" illnesses, which demonstrates the need to have some of the brightest and dedicated physicians go into the field of infectious diseases. | Community involvement | I participate in the Lehigh Valley's Bioterrorism Preparedness and the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness groups. | Personal interests | When not working I enjoy bike riding and swimming". Dr. Rhodes is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, Strep Throat, and Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA).

Peter Ender is an Infectious Disease provider in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ender is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and Sepsis.

Thong Le is an Infectious Disease provider in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Le is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Lymphangitis, Strep Throat, and Infectious Arthritis.

Kara Mascitti is an Infectious Disease provider in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mascitti is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Strep Throat, and Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA).

Jaimie Mittal is an Infectious Disease provider in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mittal is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Osteomyelitis, and Strep Throat.

Philosophy of care | I want to help people live their best life. | Why I entered medicine | My family comes from a combination of cultures. I was raised near the Venezuelan-Columbian border, and the exposure to this environment, with limited medical services, inspired me to work in improving access to health care to the area's inhabitants. Due to the political environment in Venezuela, I later chose to move to a country that cherishes freedom. | Personal interests | I enjoy my family, reading history, languages, swimming, scuba diving and playing tennis. Dr. Penaloza is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity, Hepatitis C, and Cirrhosis.

Timothy Friel is an Infectious Disease provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Friel is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Myelitis, HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

Philosophy of care | Diet and exercise are central to good health. | Why I entered medicine | The opportunity to care for patients like you attracted me to the medical field. | Personal interests | Outside of work I practice what I promote by exercising. Dr. Miller is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Strep Throat, Infective Endocarditis, Osteomyelitis, and Sepsis.

Aylin Colpan is an Infectious Disease provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Colpan is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Strep Throat, Sepsis, Osteomyelitis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is really that of a student and a teacher. I need to listen and learn from each patient encounter and pass on this knowledge to be successful. | Why I entered medicine | The greatest mentors I had in training were infectious diseases specialists, and I wanted to be just like them. They were very smart and excellent teachers. | Community involvement | I volunteered in a homeless shelter during my medical school and residency, and I would like to do something like this again. I was in Kenya on a volunteer medical exchange, and it made me realize that there are many people here in the Lehigh Valley that could use charitable care as well. | Personal interests | I have too many hobbies and not enough time. I am an amateur beekeeper and like to bicycle. When I get lazy, I ride my motorcycle. Dr. Naktin is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lyme Disease, Infective Endocarditis, Strep Throat, and Infectious Arthritis.

Eric Young is an Infectious Disease provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Young is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Infective Endocarditis, Osteomyelitis, Strep Throat, and Sepsis.

Deepti Verma is an Infectious Disease provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Verma is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Strep Throat, Sepsis, Osteomyelitis, and Lymphangitis.

Shabnam Assar is an Infectious Disease provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Assar is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Strep Throat, Infectious Arthritis, and Infective Endocarditis.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to treat every patient as if they are family or friend. | Why I entered medicine | From age 12 or 13 and into high school, I knew I wanted to practice medicine. I became interested in the care of patients with HIV infection, and after finishing medical school, decided to train in infectious diseases. | Community involvement | I have participated in medical missions to Bolivia, Ukraine and the Dominican Republic. | Personal interests | I enjoy running and reading history books. I particularly enjoy learning about American history. Dr. Davaro is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Strep Throat, Myelitis, HIV/AIDS, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

Brian Friel is an Infectious Disease provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Friel is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Strep Throat, Sepsis, Asymptomatic Bacteriuria, and Infectious Arthritis.

Philosophy of care | The relationship between a patient and physician should be an equal partnership in which the goal is to deliver the best care to the patient. I encourage my patients to be active participants in their health, by advocating patient education and by connecting them to the resources available to them. | Why I entered medicine | Infectious disease is a dynamic and challenging field. As infectious disease specialists, we have to stay one step ahead of organisms that are evolving to evade our antibiotics and also be ready when novel infections emerge. | Personal interests | I enjoy outdoor activities, including snowboarding, surfing, jogging, rollerblading and biking. I am learning how to play tennis. Dr. Shastry is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), Strep Throat, Sepsis, and Lymphangitis.

Philosophy of care | I strive to approach patients with concern, from their level of understanding and without judgement. | Why I entered medicine | I enjoy microbiology – it has shaped the futures of countries, societies and cultures. Medicine allows me to act locally while thinking globally. | Personal interests | I enjoy volleyball, tennis and my two dogs, Bernie and Elin. Dr. Benjamin is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Strep Throat, Sepsis, Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), and Osteomyelitis.

Ana Aldea is an Infectious Disease provider in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Aldea is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Strep Throat, and Lymphangitis.

Don Kannangara is an Infectious Disease provider in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kannangara is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lyme Disease, Babesiosis, Infectious Arthritis, and Strep Throat.

Carly Sedlock is an Infectious Disease provider in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sedlock has been practicing medicine for over 10 years is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Strep Throat, Myelitis, and AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome.

Anuradha Silvonek is an Infectious Disease specialist and a Pediatrics provider in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Silvonek is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Osteomyelitis, Infectious Arthritis, and Asymptomatic Bacteriuria.

Amy Slenker is an Infectious Disease provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Her top areas of expertise are Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, AIDS Dementia Complex, and HIV/AIDS.