Philosophy of care | I believe in taking an individualized holistic approach: treating the whole person, taking into consideration the disease process, mental and social factors as well as the physical symptoms of multiple sclerosis. My goal is to enable individuals to achieve their own goals in life and to live with MS with as little impact as possible. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine to help people. | Community involvement | I am involved with the greater MS community, both locally and nationally, as well as the education of students and peers. | Personal interests | I enjoy traveling, biking, hiking, gardening, bird watching and spending time with my three daughters and my dogs. Ms. Cain is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

Jaime Broesicke is a Nurse Practitioner in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Ms. Broesicke is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Fractured Spine and Muscle Spasms.

Philosophy of care | My goal as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner is to provide safe, empathetic and compassionate care for you or your loved one. I am excited to combine my love of nursing with my love of psychiatric medicine to provide my patients with comprehensive mental health care. | Why I entered medicine | I have known since a young age that I want to help people. When I developed an interest in nursing and medicine, my journey became clear to me. Mental health itself has been a passion of mine since my first psychology class in high school. | Since becoming a nurse in 2007, I have had the opportunity to help people in so many different ways. I am committed to continuing education to stay up to date on the best evidence-based treatments to provide the best outcomes for my patients. | Community involvement | I enjoy fundraising for rescue animals. Now that I am finished with my degree, I hope to become more hands-on with this mission. | Personal interests | I enjoy every moment with my family. I love to read, travel, scrapbook, and spend time with my animals. Ms. Cruz is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Schizoaffective Disorder and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

Alma Ohl is a Nurse Practitioner in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Ms. Ohl is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF) and Heart Failure.

Philosophy of care | Since all patients are unique, I feel it is really important to collaborate with you and your loved ones to assure that you can make medical decisions that best correlate with your goals. | Why I entered medicine | I've always had a strong desire to help and take care of others. Like many, I have watched loved ones battle cancer, as well as other chronic disease. At a young age, I realized that there is no greater feeling than knowing you've impacted someone's life for the better by being there for them during a difficult time. | Community involvement | As an undergrad, I was very passionate about a philanthropy called THON. THON is a 46-hour dance marathon that raises both awareness and funds for pediatric cancer patients and their families. THON allowed me to spend time with these patients and their families, and my time spent with them helped me to better understand the impact cancer has on all aspects of our patients' lives | Personal interests | I value time spent with my fiancé, family, and friends. I also love sports, being outdoors, and all things Penn State. We have season tickets for Penn State football and love spending the fall in State College. Her top areas of expertise are Smoldering Multiple Myeloma and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.

Philosophy of care | I provide care by acknowledging the importance of each patient’s individuality and creating an accepting environment for you and your family. I provide you compassionate care, patient education and promote a healthy lifestyle that fits your needs and goals. | Why I entered medicine | I have wanted to be in health care since childhood. As a youngster I spent a lot of time among health care professionals who cared for me, and that made me very comfortable in medical settings. I have always felt the desire to give back to a community that gave me and my family so much. | Personal interests | In my free time I keep busy with my husband, three young boys and my two dogs. We love going to amusement parks, hiking, swimming and going to the beach. I also enjoy scrapbooking and settling down with a good book. Her top areas of expertise are Malabsorption, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).

Philosophy of care | My philosophy of care incorporates evidence-based research and knowledge with trust, effective communication and listening, and individualized treatment needs. I believe patient education is the basis for ensuring optimum health outcomes. I view our patient-provider relationship as a team to work together and achieve for you a successful plan of care. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine to help others and I loved providing direct patient care as a nurse. Now as a nurse practitioner, I can build on my nursing foundation and interact with patients at the bedside while also treating them from a provider standpoint. | Community involvement | I am active within my community and charities by donating to local organizations and being involved in local activities. I am a member of the American Association of Critical Care Nurses to stay up to date on best practices for patient care. | Personal interests | I love spending spare time with family and friends, trying new restaurants and going to the beach. Her top area of expertise is Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

Philosophy of care | I am passionate about caring for children and assuring they and their families have all the resources necessary to grow and thrive in their home and school environments. | Why I entered medicine | I have always adored children of all ages and enjoy getting to know their strengths and personalities as they grow. I chose a career in pediatrics to help guide their growth and aid in restoring their health when they are sick or injured. It brings me joy to care for children and their families. | Community involvement | I volunteer at a local elementary/middle school. I coach girls’ basketball and support the girls’ lacrosse team. | Personal interests | I enjoy basketball, exercise, reading and music. Her top areas of expertise are Vascular Birthmark, Herpangina, Proximal Symphalangism, and Syndactyly Type 1.

Denise O'brien is a Nurse Practitioner in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Her top area of expertise is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

Philosophy of care | Providing care for you involves your whole being. When our health is affected, our entire community can be as well. Establishing healthy outcomes creates positive influence on our lives, our family and our neighbors. | Why I entered medicine | I have a passion for science and public health. Practicing as a nurse practitioner (CRNP) in cardiac electrophysiology gives me the opportunity to help patients and provide them tools to stay healthy. | Community involvement | I am a girls’ soccer coach and involved with Girl Scouts, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and a national apraxia association. | Personal interests | In my free time I enjoy long-distance running, spending time with family, cooking and traveling. Ms. Dondero is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), Atrial Tachycardia, and Atrial Fibrillation.

Philosophy of care | I believe in treating you as a whole patient and not simply focusing on your immediate problem. Pain management is about using all treatment modalities to provide a comprehensive, safe and effective approach to reducing your discomfort. | Why I entered medicine | I chose to become a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) because of my father and my childhood family doctor. My father was a volunteer EMT and I spent countless hours with him at the ambulance company. I truly admired his compassion and willingness to volunteer his time to helping others in need. I was always interested in hearing what emergencies he responded to and what treatments he used to help those patients. My other reason for pursuing medicine was watching the joy and personal fulfillment my family doctor got from taking care of patients of all ages. He made me feel, during a sick visit or a routine check-up, that I was his most-important patient. His interest in not only my health, but also my personal life, was genuine. | Community involvement | I volunteer my time as a youth basketball coach for my township. | Personal interests | I truly enjoy spending time with my family. My children are involved in sports and I get great joy watching them play. Mr. Philips is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Sacroiliac Joint Disease and Opioid Induced Constipation.

Kirsten Gustafson is a Nurse Practitioner in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Ms. Gustafson is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), 15q11.2 Microdeletion, and Jacobsen Syndrome.

Philosophy of care | I like to treat every patient as I would want my family member treated. It is important to take the time to listen and really get to know each patient. My goal is to provide individualized, compassionate care to each patient. | Why I entered medicine | I entered the health care field to help others, starting in the emergency department as a nurse. Over time autoimmune diseases piqued my interest, and I completed a nurse practitioner program to further assist that patient population. It has been very rewarding to care for multiple sclerosis and demyelinating disease patients. | Community involvement | I support the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and all they do for our patients as well as the Latoff MS Foundation. I also enjoy volunteering at church and my children's school. | Personal interests | I like reading historical fiction, swimming, hiking, going to the beach and spending time with my family. Ms. Heinz is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, and Vitamin D Deficiency.

Philosophy of care | I practice patient centered care with the compassion I learned from being a nurse for several years. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine to help patients and be closely involved with their care. I spent a lot of time outside of medicine in research developing treatments and now I want to implement them. | Personal interests | Spending time with my husband and family is a priority. I enjoy exercising and traveling to Puerto Rico often to visit my family. Ms. Dally is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Emphysema.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to provide high-quality care unique to each patient and their situation. I also believe in the importance of educating patients and their families to help improve their overall health outcomes. | Why I entered medicine | I come from a family of nurses, so helping others has been engrained in me since I was young. I feel honored to be able to care for and comfort you in your time of need. | Community involvement | Community is an important factor in health and healing. I am active within my neighborhood association and enjoy educating the community on health care topics. | Personal interests | I love the outdoors and traveling with family to new places to hike or ski. In my time off I relax by reading, cooking or trying new local restaurants.

Philosophy of care | As an advanced family nurse practitioner, my philosophy is providing care with respect and dignity to every patient, instead of simply treating the primary complaint, illness or injury. My goal is to make you feel comfortable and respected in my office. I will listen to your concerns, respect your privacy both physically and emotionally, get you involved in your care and assist you in making proper health decisions. As an immigrant, I recognize it can be difficult for a patient who does not understand the language, so I incorporate cultural competency in my practice. | Why I entered medicine | My grandfather inspired me to become a registered nurse and then an advanced registered nurse practitioner. He was sick with multiple chronic medical conditions, including a brain tumor, kidney and cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, hypertension and blindness. I spent numerous nights in the hospital with him, and that opened my eyes to the nursing field and the provider role. | Community involvement | I am a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and of Saint George Orthodox Church. | Personal interests | I love to shop, travel and spend free time with my husband and three wonderful children.

Donna Hungarter is a Nurse Practitioner in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.

Philosophy of care | I would say holistic sums it up nicely. | Why I entered medicine | From age 19 on I endeavored to achieve optimal health through lifestyle changes and had a vision to pass this knowledge on to all who were interested. My decision to become a CRNP was a way to help me reach that goal. | Community involvement | I am planning to work with the Monocacy Farm Project which provides organic produce to low income families.  I have also done historical re-enacting at George Taylor House and Quiet Valley Farm. | Personal interests | Old time guitar and banjo, archeology and historical re-enacting.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy of care is to treat my patients with compassion, respect and dignity. | Why I entered medicine | I started working in the hospital in high school. I loved the environment and the ability to help people. | Community involvement | I volunteer for the National Ski Patrol. | Personal interests | Spending time with my family, skiing, anything outdoors; walking, running, biking, camping.

Rebecca Silver is a Nurse Practitioner in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to treat every patient as family or friend. I will treat you with the same time, dedication and commitment I would invest in those closest to me. I will put your health interests first. Never forget that a patient is a person: When you are sick or hurting, so are your loved ones. | Why I entered medicine | Taking care of children has always been my passion and I truly feel that it is what I was meant to do. | Community involvement | I am involved in organizations that continue education as well as multiple volunteer opportunities through LVHN. | Personal interests | My biggest interest revolves around my family and embracing my kids’ stages of life no matter what it is. I love volunteering and outdoor activities.

Philosophy of care | I take pride in providing compassionate care by creating a safe environment so patients feel confident they are receiving the highest quality services and meeting all their medical needs. My goal is to HEAL! I help you navigate your medical condition and empower you with with the tools and resources to manage your health needs effectively. | Why I entered medicine | I wanted to make a direct impact on people's lives and pursue lifelong learning. I share my medical knowledge and expertise to empower patients, alleviate suffering and contribute to a healthier society. | Community involvement | I volunteer at my children's schools and my parish. | Personal interests | Power walks, gardening and cooking.

Cheyenne Metzger is a Nurse Practitioner in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.

Philosophy of care | I provide compassionate, effective care aligned with current evidence-based practice, serving each member of the community to the best of my ability. | Why I entered medicine | Growing up with parents in health care, I developed a love of service and the medical field. It has been a joy serving the community over the years first as a nurse's aide and unit clerk, then as a registered nurse and now as a nurse practitioner. I have developed an appreciation for all members of the health care team. | Community involvement | I enjoy working with young people. | Personal interests | I like cooking and baking, especially with my children. I enjoy time with my family and creating lasting memories. My husband and I also like board gaming and ice cream dates.

Philosophy of care | The foundation of my approach is establishing a trusting relationship based upon mutual respect and regard. I enjoy learning about my patients' lives, what motivates them, what pleases them and what challenges them. I work to create a warm, open environment where my patients can feel safe to share their thoughts and feelings. I aim to align health care goals with their personal goals and assist patients in navigating their way to and maintaining their health. I place a heavy emphasis on explaining and educating patients regarding diagnoses, diagnostic testing and plans of care. I believe knowledge empowers us all to pursue our best, healthiest life. | Why I entered medicine | My interest in medicine began when I received a toy stethoscope as a child. Although I remained fascinated by science throughout my college years, I doubted my ability to succeed in the medical field and chose a different career path. That path led me to the other side of the world, as I accepted a position as an English instructor in South Korea. After two years abroad, I returned stateside with renewed confidence and an overwhelming determination to pursue a career in medicine. That was almost 30 years ago and it was the best decision I ever made. | Community involvement | I am a lover of creatures big and small and have a strong interest in animal welfare. I support various groups in my area. | Personal interests | I treasure time with my partner in life, James, our two cats and little dog. I enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, running and kayaking. I piddle around in our garden when I can. I love to cook. I enjoy traveling throughout the U.S. and abroad. I never turn down a festival. I enjoy reading when I have time. During winter months, I look forward to the occasional slow, cozy morning with a hot cup of coffee and a good book and in warmer months, I like to swing in our hammock. On any given afternoon I can be found taking Drake, my Brussels Griffon, for leisurely walks. Her top area of expertise is Hypertension.