Philosophy of care | I want to help you be your own advocate and become familiar with what is normal and abnormal in your own body. My goal is connecting with and speaking to you as I would my own family. I aim to arm each patient with information to help them understand their goals and/or conditions. | Why I entered medicine | I endured a spinal cord injury at age 18 that required a prolonged hospital stay. Without my care team, I could have been left in a cold hospital room – scared of the future and what it holds. Instead, I was made to feel comfortable and involved in my own healing process. My physician assistant especially inspired me to get into the medical field with the time and care she put into working with me and helping me regain strength and health. I have recovered fully from my injury and I attribute that to the dedication and altruism of my team of health care professionals. | Community involvement | While attending Florida Gulf Coast University, I participated in community outreach events for Prevent Child Abuse America, The Children's Advocacy Center and Girl Scouts of America. Before that, I volunteered at my local children’s library, putting on puppet shows and helping kids pick books to read to their families. I have a strong desire to provide for the underserved. I am looking for women’s outreach programs for volunteer opportunities. | Personal interests | My passions have always revolved around my creativity – painting, sewing and doing any craft imaginable. I also like antiquing, and love giving old furniture or other items a new life with fresh paint and style. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, Amenorrhea, and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.

Philosophy of care | To heal, hear, comfort, and care for each patient to the best of my ability. | Why I entered medicine | A career as a physician assistant (PA) allows me to use my knowledge and clinical skills to be a vessel of hope for those in the process of physical, mental and emotional healing. Being the first in my family to be born in this country and finish college, I hope to use my degree and experience to serve the underserved through missions, and to provide cost-effective quality care to the growing population of sick and underinsured in our own nation. I am excited to be pursuing my dream job as a hospital medicine PA where I am challenged to stay up to date with a great breadth of clinical knowledge and am able to holistically treat diverse peoples. | Community involvement | I volunteer with DeSales Free Clinic. | Personal interests | I enjoy hiking, traveling, reading, missions and Bible study. Her top area of expertise is Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS).

Amy Robinson is a Physician Assistant in Lehighton, Pennsylvania. Ms. Robinson has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Her top area of expertise is Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS).

Kimberly Frinzi is a Physician Assistant in Lehighton, Pennsylvania. Her top area of expertise is Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST).

Philosophy of care | I strive always to broaden and expand my medical expertise, using my knowledge and skills to benefit you in a non-biased, caring and compassionate way. My credo: Do no harm. | Why I entered medicine | At age 19 a motor vehicle accident put me in the hospital for nine days. I did not walk for five weeks. It was a life-changing experience involving struggle and connecting with so many compassionate individuals in health care. I decided then medicine would be my chosen profession and contribution to society. | Community involvement | I am a member of Faith Alive Church and volunteer with Micah's Backpack. | Personal interests | I enjoy being free in nature, slow yoga, slow running and laughing with my young children. I thrive on personal growth and change, and enjoy facing the challenges and experiences of life that broaden my knowledge. I am always open to the wisdom of the young and old alike. Her top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

Philosophy of care | Every patient is unique, so my philosophy of care is to provide you an individualized treatment approach. | Why I entered medicine | I have always had a passion to help and take care of people, so I knew the medical profession was for me. I also had a personal health issue as a teenager, so I strive to help and treat others in their times of need. Being a physician assistant allows me to do this. | Community involvement | I am very involved in my children's school and sports activities. As a family, we also are active within our local church community. I make donations to local food banks and animal shelters throughout the year as well. | Personal interests | My hobbies include reading, camping, hiking and spending time with family and friends. Her top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).

Leah Beckstead is a Physician Assistant in Lehighton, Pennsylvania.

Why I entered medicine | I want to use my passion for preventive medicine to help my community. | Personal interests | I enjoy working out, spending time with my nephews and going to the beach any chance I get.

Philosophy of care | I believe in treating the person as a whole being, not focusing on one individual part. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine to care for others and establish meaningful connections with patients in our community. | Community involvement | I support PA Caring for K-9s, a dog rescue that facilitates rehoming and rescuing dogs from all over the East Coast. | Personal interests | In my free time I enjoy walks and being outside, spending time with my family, dogs and Nigerian dwarf goats, and baking.

Corey Everett is a Physician Assistant in Lehighton, Pennsylvania.

Jillian Cozzubbo is a Physician Assistant in Lehighton, Pennsylvania. Ms. Cozzubbo has been practicing medicine for over 17 years.

Alyssa Kromer is a Physician Assistant in Lehighton, Pennsylvania.

Courtney Hammerstone is a Physician Assistant in Lehighton, Pennsylvania.

Amy Keeler is a Physician Assistant in Lehighton, Pennsylvania.

Jonna Montoya is a Physician Assistant in Lehighton, Pennsylvania.

Nicole Beidler is a Physician Assistant in Lehighton, Pennsylvania. Ms. Beidler has been practicing medicine for over 17 years.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to always listen and hear what the patient has to say. | Personal interests | I enjoy meeting up with friends and exercising.

Philosophy of care | I will treat you and all patients as I would want myself or close family members to be treated, dedicating the same time and commitment as I would to those closest to me. | Why I entered medicine | My choice to enter medicine was largely influenced by my faith, which teaches service to society. A medical profession gives me an opportunity to bring hope and healing during a person's most challenging time. Regardless of who the patient is or where they come from, my mandate is to help them in their pursuit of wellness. | Community involvement | For many years I have taught Sunday school at my local church, allowing me to help instill values in children. Spending time with these children also helps me remain humble and preserve a certain degree of innocence. | Personal interests | I find learning about other cultures and history enriching because it allows me to see the world from other people's perspective. Knowing people's cultures and histories helps me understand what makes them whole, happy, hurt and so forth. It helps me to be more effective in business and personal relationships. As a medical professional, it helps me treat patients from a holistic point of view.

Melissa Breiner is a Physician Assistant in Lehighton, Pennsylvania.

Philosophy of care | I enjoy educating you and your family on relevant disease processes to help you all live healthier lives and prevent future hospital admissions. | Why I entered medicine | I enjoy being able to use my medical knowledge to reassure and educate patients in their time of need. Practicing medicine is a unique way to give back to my community. | Community involvement | I have worked with Habitat for Humanity and taken a service trip to Guatemala, where we provided nutritional education to mothers with small children and to adults with diabetes. | Personal interests | I enjoy getting outdoors with my family and friends to hike, bike, camp, kayak and swim.

Philosophy of care | I believe caring for patients should be a team-based approach. Members of a care team need to work together with the patient to understand the patient's needs, provide encouragement and achieve positive health outcomes. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine to care for patients the way my doctors cared for me growing up as a competitive gymnast and pole vaulter. | Community involvement | I enjoy volunteering at my local retirement home and am eager to explore more community and charity opportunities. | Personal interests | I enjoy working in my family's orchard, pole vaulting, reading and scrapbooking my travels.

Thomas Lloyd is a Physician Assistant in Lehighton, Pennsylvania.

Kevin Zakielarz is a Physician Assistant in Lehighton, Pennsylvania. Mr. Zakielarz has been practicing medicine for over 10 years.

Katelynn Head is a Physician Assistant in Lehighton, Pennsylvania.

Philosophy of care | I will provide you ample time to talk with me about any concerns, so you have a clear understanding of your disease and our course of action. I believe it is my job to ensure you are well-informed and understand your role at the center of the decision-making process. I strive to ensure my patients feel heard, respected and treated with dignity. | Why I entered medicine | I chose medicine because I wanted to make an impact in people's lives. I appreciate the opportunity each day to connect with patients like you, create relationships and build trust. I also enjoy the continual learning and growth of a medical career. As the art of medicine expands, we will know more tomorrow than we do today. | Community involvement | I volunteer with Special Olympics Pennsylvania as a swim coach and a unified partner for soccer. I also spend some of my free time as a crisis counselor with Crisis Text Line. | Personal interests | When not working I enjoy hiking, running and participating in most outdoor sports.