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.

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.

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 | I believe the core of health care is rooted in compassion and communication. Empathy, human connection and trust are vital to bridging any gap between health care providers and patients. | Why I entered medicine | I became a physician assistant to help increase access to comprehensive health care. I chose pediatric hematology/oncology to provide comfort and compassion to children and their families throughout their time of need and healing. | Community involvement | I enjoy volunteering with Special Olympics Pennsylvania and have spent the past three years at DeSales University working to improve the diversity and inclusion efforts of the physician assistant and student engagement programs. | Personal interests | I enjoy running, swimming, hiking and spending free time with friends and family. Her top area of expertise is Primary Mediastinal B-Cell Lymphoma (PMBCL).

Marcie Basile is a Physician Assistant in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Her top area of expertise is Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP).

Philosophy of care | I believe you and your disease/condition need an individualized treatment plan that works for you and your lifestyle so you can get back to the life you enjoy. | Why I entered medicine | I became interested in medicine when I was in third grade and my younger brother was diagnosed with Kawasaki disease. My family saw many doctors and nurses during his recovery, and I was amazed at their ability to care for him. Since then, I have always wanted to help patients and their families the same way my brother and family were cared for. | Community involvement | I enjoy participating in charity events at church. | Personal interests | I spend free time on DIY projects, reading, listening to music and with family and friends. Her top area of expertise is Gallbladder Disease.

Philosophy of care | Most patients are scared before going into surgery. I treat them like I would a member of my own family. I answer their questions and assure them that we do many procedures at LVHN with excellent outcomes. | Why I entered medicine | My neighbor was an emergency room doctor. Hearing his stories inspired me. I enjoyed anatomy class in high school and thought about becoming a physical therapist or physician assistant. I decided to stay in my home community and attend the excellent physician assistant program at DeSales University. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending time outdoors with my husband and two sons. I also like to run and have participated in a half-marathon. To me, running is a great way to relieve stress. Her top area of expertise is Gallbladder Disease.

Matthew Law is a Physician Assistant in Allentown, Pennsylvania. His top area of expertise is End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).

Audrey Anatalio is a Physician Assistant in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

Lauren Davis is a Physician Assistant in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Her top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), and Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL).

Philosophy of care | My philosophy of care is simple. To do for patients what I would do for myself. | Why I entered medicine | My interest is medicine sparked while serving as a hospital corpsmen with the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. | Community involvement | I have spent over 13 years coaching soccer to over 1,000 local youth in our community. | Personal interests | In my spare time I enjoy brewing craft beer in my home, skiing and sporting clays. Above all, I love coaching my children's sports and watching them play. His top areas of expertise are Boils, Carbuncle, and Folliculitis.

Philosophy of care | I believe you must treat not just a disease or pathology, but the patient as a whole. Doing so is important for the proper healing of the mind, body and soul. | Why I entered medicine | I chose this profession because of my love for science and medicine and my desire to help people. | Community involvement | I have volunteered in nursing homes. | Personal interests | I love to work out, cook, shop and spend time with family and friends. Her top areas of expertise are Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Folliculitis, and Boils.

Philosophy of care | Treat patients as I would like my family to be treated. | Why I entered medicine | I had great passion to help individuals in need. | Community involvement | I am involved in our church that help many in need in my home country. Her top areas of expertise are Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy and Stroke.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to treat you with the same quality of care, compassion and respect I would want for my own family. My goal is to work collaboratively to make you feel included in medical decision-making and in directing your care. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine because of my love for learning. As a physician assistant, I will be a lifelong learner not only in the field of medicine, but also in people. I have the unique opportunity to learn the best ways to connect with you and your family, to advocate compassionately for your best interests, and to make the sometimes scary world of medicine more manageable and understandable for you and your loved ones. | Community involvement | In college I volunteered at the DeSales Free Clinic, which provided free health care evaluations and maintenance to the homeless men of the Allentown Rescue Mission. I worked alongside other students and volunteer preceptors to expand my medical knowledge and provide quality care. I hope to continue to give back to the community in similar ways during my career. | Personal interests | I enjoy trying new recipes, reading a good book, spending time with my family and making people roll their eyes at so-terrible-they're-good puns. His top areas of expertise are Boils, Carbuncle, Folliculitis, and Enlarged Prostate (BPH).

Philosophy of care | I will do my best to treat you with the same time, dedication and commitment that I would invest in those closest to me. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine to help improve the lives and health of others. | Community involvement | I have been a medical volunteer for several sporting events. | Personal interests | My dogs are my number one interest. I also enjoy photography, sports and music. Her top areas of expertise are Facet Joint Syndrome, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, and Fractured Spine.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy of care is to ensure that your concerns are heard and addressed. Effective communication between providers and patients is integral to optimal outcomes and patient satisfaction. | Why I entered medicine | I wanted to make a tangible impact I could see and feel every day. The field of medicine affords me that opportunity. | Community involvement | I grew up in Kutztown and have lived in Allentown since my physician assistant schooling. During that schooling, I was active at the Allentown Rescue Mission DeSales Free Clinic, providing health care to those experiencing homelessness. | Personal interests | I enjoy weight training, cooking, snowboarding and gaming in my spare time. Her top areas of expertise are Radial Nerve Dysfunction, Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Scaphoid Non-Union.

Philosophy of care | I try to remember what is like to be the one sitting on the exam table with the anxiety, questions or worries and I try my best to address these concerns before the end of our visit.  My goal is to discuss the treatment process so our patients and their families, understand what to expect along the way. | Why I entered medicine | Orthopedics has always been an interest for me.  My after-school job in high school, was working in an orthopedic office where I filed charts and Xray films (I'm dating myself).  I pursued a career as a commercial interior designer, working often in health care settings, for 12 years before applying for PA School.  I decided to make the change, so I could try and positively impact people's lives. | Personal interests | I enjoy staying active, whether it is endurance sports (17 full marathons completed, along with a few triathlons - including a Full Ironman in 2009) or going to a small family-based Crossfit gym within walking distance of my house.  I am a vintage dealer at two local antique malls, specializing in Mid Century Modern wares.  I enjoy spending time with my husband, two bulldog girls and two cats. Her top areas of expertise are Carbuncle, Boils, and Folliculitis.

Katherine Olenick is a Physician Assistant in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Her top areas of expertise are Boils, Carbuncle, and Folliculitis.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy of medicine is providing you with the best possible patient experience. I will tell you what needs to be heard while also making it a comfortable and understanding process. | Why I entered medicine | I became a physician’s assistant because of my enjoyment studying medicine and my fascination with the human body. Once I entered PA school and started working with patients, I knew this was the field for me. I was able to experience my true passions in life – practicing medicine and helping others. | Community involvement | While in school I provided heart screenings and taught middle schoolers about health. | Personal interests | Outside work I enjoy spending time with family and friends. I am regularly active and often at the gym. I play pickup soccer, like to ski and also enjoy movies. His top areas of expertise are Boils, Carbuncle, Folliculitis, and Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.

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.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is promoting access and inclusion to quality health care for all. | Why I entered medicine | I have been fascinated by the human body since I was a child and always pictured myself in a health care role. When I discovered the path of physician assistant, I realized it was a perfect fit for me. | Community involvement | I am involved in the Easton and the greater Lehigh Valley communities. | Personal interests | My greatest enjoyment is spending time with my loved ones, including friends and family, particularly my daughter. I enjoy music, art and sports. Her top areas of expertise are Rathke Cleft Cyst, Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), and Cervical Myelopathy.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy has always been to provide optimal patient-centered care with compassion and competency. I try to place myself in your shoes to better understand the situation and tailor your plan of care. I also greatly value continuation of care. I plan to continue this way of thought throughout my career and for every one of my patients. | Why I entered medicine | I pursued a career in medicine because I like helping people. Being exposed to the medical field at an early age allowed me to see the gratification patients experience, especially when exceptional care leads to favorable outcomes. That satisfaction and the opportunity to improve the quality of life for my patients led to a career in health care. Orthopedics has always been an interest of mine – I played football, basketball and baseball growing up. Consequently, I am very intrigued by the anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal system. | Personal interests | I enjoy being physically active, no matter what I am doing. I like spending my free time being outdoors in the sun with my dog, taking hikes and exploring new places. In the summer, nothing beats a weekend trip to the shore. In the winter, I like snowboarding. I also enjoy spending time with my family and friends. His top area of expertise is Rhizarthrosis.

Philosophy of care | I care for a patient the way I would like to see myself, a family member or a friend treated. No matter what is happening in my life, I am there for you as my patient and offer my full attention. I also find it important to be open-minded; it helps patients trust me, which helps me provide them better care. | Why I entered medicine | I knew I wanted a medical career, but was unsure whether to become a doctor or a physician assistant. After talking to professionals from both fields, I decided being a physician assistant would better suit my personality and allow me to spend more time with patients and their care. | Community involvement | I am a recent graduate, but someday will travel to an underdeveloped country and create a patient care plan. | Personal interests | I enjoy outdoor activities, such as running, soccer and hiking. I also like reading, knitting and time with my family. Her top area of expertise is Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).

Philosophy of care | My philosophy of life is the Golden Rule. I believe health care providers need to listen very carefully to their patients and ask the right questions. This collaborative effort will always lead to the best treatment options. | Personal interests | My favorite thing to do is spend time with my family. I also like to fix things - cars, plumbing, carpentry, electrical, lawn mowers. I once told my daughters that I could fix anything, including a rainy day. When it rained, we would play games and have fun indoors. His top area of expertise is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to treat all my patients with respect and compassion while establishing good communication to promote a collaborative and caring environment. | Why I entered medicine | I have a passion for helping others and caring for those around me. Medicine allows me to advocate and care for both the physical and mental health of all patients. | Community involvement | I support local charities. | Personal interests | I love spending time with my family and friends, being outside, going on new adventures, playing sports and staying active. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Muscle Spasms, and Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP).