Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to provide you with the highest level of care through my radiology reads. This results in an accurate diagnosis, allowing your clinician to formulate a specific treatment plan that will be most beneficial to you. | Why I entered medicine | I chose medicine as a career because I believe it allows me to make a difference in people's lives. | Personal interests | I enjoy running, cycling, spending time with my family and listening to music. Mr. Longo is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Emphysema, Pleurisy, and Visceromegaly.

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Philosophy of care | Communication is key to my philosophy of care. I always want to make sure my patients understand their diagnosis, their options for treatment, and what the final treatment plan will be. I find this important so I know my patients are leaving my office with full understanding of their urologic issues. | Why I entered medicine | I loved science and math growing up. I had the opportunity to shadow physician assistants and I loved every aspect of medicine they participated in. I thoroughly enjoy helping people. I am very hands-on and being able to participate in surgery is a great outlet for me to do this. | Community involvement | I grew up in the Lehigh Valley and I am so pleased to be able to give back to the community. I participated in Habit for Humanity and other fundraising events while in physician assistant school. I found these to be very rewarding experiences. | Personal interests | I enjoy playing sports because I grew up with them. I also love to run. It's not only good for your health, but a great stress reliever. I love to spend time with family and friends and I always try to find time to read and listen to music. Ms. Shank is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Boils, Folliculitis, Carbuncle, and Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.

Alexis Brown is a Physician Assistant in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Ms. Brown is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Carbuncle, Boils, and Folliculitis.

Philosophy of care | To provide excellent, comprehensive, individualized care with compassion and respect for you and all my patients regardless of age, sex or ethnicity. | Why I entered medicine | My grandmother was a nurse. Even as a child, I aspired to help others and have a career in medicine. Working as a physician assistant in cardiology has been extremely rewarding. | Personal interests | Within the cardiology field, I am most interested in heart failure and preventative health care. Ms. Dohm is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Atrial Tachycardia, Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), and Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT).

Kimberley Polizzano is a Physician Assistant in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Ms. Polizzano has been practicing medicine for over 10 years is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Boils, Carbuncle, Folliculitis, and Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.

Deborah Bryant is a Physician Assistant in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Ms. Bryant is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Myositis and Macrophagic Myofasciitis.

Kaitlin Maloney is a Physician Assistant in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Ms. Maloney is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer and Lung Nodules.

Kelly Swigart is a Physician Assistant in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Ms. Swigart is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top area of expertise is Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD).

Geannine Schiavone is a Physician Assistant in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. Ms. Schiavone is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer and Lung Nodules.

Michelle Ramsberger is a Physician Assistant in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Ms. Ramsberger is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top area of expertise is Plaque Psoriasis.

Tara Banville is a Physician Assistant in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Ms. Banville is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Folliculitis, Boils, Carbuncle, and Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.

Michelle Domingo is a Physician Assistant in Easton, Pennsylvania. Ms. Domingo is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and Schizoaffective Disorder. Ms. Domingo is currently accepting new patients.

Carissa Werkheiser is a Physician Assistant in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Her top areas of expertise are Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS) and Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP).

"Philosophy of care | I believe that if you spend enough time with a patient, they will tell you exactly what is wrong with them and how to fix it. It is our job as health care providers to take the time to listen and then apply our skills and knowledge. You have my attention. | Why I entered medicine | I enjoy the fact one can never know all there is to know. Every encounter with a patient has the possibility of being a learning experience. I also enjoy the ""team"" aspect of medicine, particularly surgery. Every person on that team can make a difference, whether through technical skills or simply providing encouragement or comfort when a patient needs it most. | Personal interests | In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my two children and husband. We especially look forward to our yearly trip to Topsail Island, N.C., with my parents, siblings and their families. I also enjoy reading and scrapbooking.". Her top area of expertise is Gallbladder Disease.

Brittany Layton is a Physician Assistant in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Her top area of expertise is ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.

Philosophy of care | When I see you as a patient, I make sure to care for you as a whole and not just focus on your diagnosis. I like to hear about my patients’ lives and encourage them to tell me their questions and concerns because that helps me learn what our goals for care are. This allows me to develop a treatment plan both you and I will be comfortable with. I feel strongly that patients should play an active role in their own health care decisions. Because of this, I am passionate about taking extra time to provide excellent patient education. It is important to me that you leave your appointment with a complete understanding of the diagnosis and treatment plan. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine because I wanted to work in a profession where I could use my love of science to help the people in my community. In the medical field, I get the opportunity to advocate for my patients every single day and there is nothing more rewarding than knowing the people I take care of come from the community where I was raised. | Community involvement | I am involved with the DeSales Free Clinic at the Allentown Rescue Mission, as well as the Relay for Life. | Personal interests | Outside work I have enjoyed going to concerts, trying new restaurants and bars, and listening to podcasts. Her top areas of expertise are Boils, Folliculitis, and Carbuncle.

Philosophy of care | I treat each patient like I would want a member of my own family to be treated. I try to make people comfortable in the examination room, and answer questions thoroughly using terms a layperson can understand, which means not always speaking in medical language. If a patient needs further attention beyond the primary care setting, I’ll help them find an appropriate specialist. | Why I entered medicine | When I was 2, my dad suffered a massive heart attack in his 40s and almost passed away. He was life-flighted to a Philadelphia hospital from Wilkes-Barre, where I grew up. He coded, which means a lot of people thought he was not going to make it. The care team gave him the best care possible and he is still with us as we speak. As I got older, I heard more about what happened and learned about medicine. I remember accompanying him to his cardiology appointments around age 5 or 6. His having a good care team really affected me, and I decided I wanted to help other families one day. | Community involvement | I’m involved with health and fitness and am really passionate about doing online coaching part-time. I was overweight my entire life and lost 75 pounds. I was able to keep it off and saw how losing weight positively affected my life. Some people feel hopeless about their weight, but I’ve been there and I get it – so I’m able to tell my story online and show how it can be done. It’s almost as much a mental process as a physical one. | Personal interests | After moving here I bought a fixer-upper and have spent a lot of time and energy doing home renovations with my dad. We’ve replaced the roof and driveway, done full gut jobs in the baths, removed wood paneling and put up new drywall, cut down 100-foot pines, landscaped, installed new tile, carpet and flooring – everything. I’ve definitely enjoyed being able to see the before and after and how hard work has paid off. Her top area of expertise is Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP).

Philosophy of care | I believe in treating my patients as I would want my own family treated. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine to provide compassionate care to patients and to be a health care professional they can trust and count on. | Community involvement | I am an Eagle Scout from Troop 98, a Knights of Columbus member and a West End Soccer League coach. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending time with my wife and daughters. I also like skiing, biking and kayaking. His top area of expertise is Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP).

Philosophy of care | I feel that communication with the patient and their family regarding diagnosis and treatment is an important aspect of medicine that is often forgotten. I think it's important to have the patient and family involved in decisions every step of the way. It is part of the practitioner's job, in addition to providing appropriate medical care, to make sure the patient is informed and understands what is being done with their care. | Why I entered medicine | I chose my profession because I want to help people. I want to make a difference in the care that is provided to the patient. I want to take the time to get to know the people I am treating and connect with the patients and their families. | Personal interests | I like to travel, go to the gym, hike in the summer with my husband and picnic. I enjoy spending time with our two cats that we adopted through the humane society. Her top area of expertise is Rhizarthrosis.

Philosophy of care | I believe strongly in developing relationships with patients. You are unique, and getting to know you helps me develop your best health care plan. Patients who are comfortable with their clinician become better advocates for their own health and health care concerns. | Why I entered medicine | I had the great pleasure of spending an entire summer between my junior and senior college years at a camp for chronically ill children. The children and their wonderful medical staff inspired me to go into medicine. | Community involvement | I have built houses for Habitat for Humanity. I also participate in 5K walks for the American Heart Association and for Breast Cancer Awareness. | Personal interests | I love reading! I am in a book club and look forward to experiencing all types of literature. I also like to run, and have participated in numerous 5K and 10K runs, plus one Sprint Triathlon. Her top area of expertise is Eyelid Bump.

Philosophy of care | I aim to establish a connection with you based on open communication, trust and respect. My goal is providing the best possible medical care, support and health education to everyone I treat. | Why I entered medicine | I wanted a career that revolved around helping others, my passion for the sciences and being able to educate and support people in my community. | Community involvement | I have been involved in various service opportunities, including: LVHN's Bridging the Gaps internship, volunteering at Ronald McDonald House and at St. Jude's Children's Hospital, an immersion/service trip to Costa Rica, and several trips to Philadelphia to learn about and raise awareness of religious adversities and cultural and social injustices. I also volunteered at the DeSales Free Clinic at the Allentown Rescue Mission through my alma mater. | Personal interests | I enjoy fitness, cooking, the creative and performing arts, and spending time with friends and loved ones. Her top area of expertise is Stroke.

Sabrina Thomas is a Physician Assistant in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Ms. Thomas is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Boils, Folliculitis, Carbuncle, and Enlarged Prostate (BPH).

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is that patient education plays a fundamental role in changing your life for the better. While a disease process can be managed with medications or procedures, important lifestyle changes and an understanding of the pathophysiology can help achieve optimal outcomes. I am determined to carry this philosophy throughout my career. | Why I entered medicine | I pursued a career in medicine because I love helping people and the science behind medicine. I appreciate the opportunity to improve an individual’s quality of life and provide excellent care to each of my patients. | Community involvement | I volunteered at a local hospital and the American Red Cross when I was in high school. I continued my community involvement during my physician assistant program at the Allentown Rescue Mission, providing care to the homeless population. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending free time outdoors and active, typically by biking or hiking in the summer and skiing in the winter. I also love spending time with friends and family. Ms. Snyder is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Boils, Folliculitis, Carbuncle, and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.

Philosophy of care | I believe in really listening to my patients to find their comfort level with their treatment. It is important for me to work with you to really get to know you and your own philosophy of care before we move forward with a treatment plan. I want to connect with you so that you feel comfortable coming to me with anything and expressing all concerns. I strive to present the most up to date information to you so that you are always well informed. I value your feedback and honesty as I believe it makes for a better relationship between us which leads to better outcomes for you. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine because my two passions in life are helping people and science. From a young age, I was always fascinated by medicine and spent many hours volunteering in hospitals, nursing homes and hospice care centers. I love that we have the ability as practitioners to help patients immensely in such a personal way. A person’s health is one of the most important things in life. It makes a huge difference in many aspects of a person’s life if they are healthy or not healthy. I am grateful to be a practitioner who can make such an impact in my patients lives. | Community involvement | In my free time, I volunteer at local animal shelters. I absolutely love animals and love giving back to shelters that provide a safe place for animals in need. I take any opportunity I get to speak with young students about the physician assistant career and what to do to get to where I am today. | Personal interests | Outside of medicine, I really like to read. Anything from fiction to history to science books. I also really love to garden, though it is a new hobby and I am still working out the kinks! Lastly, I like to do anything that involves going outside. Whether exploring the area, going out to eat, hiking, exercising, etc.! I especially like going to new restaurants around the area to find the best local food. Ms. Homan is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Boils, Folliculitis, Carbuncle, and Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.