Philosophy of care | My goal as a physician assistant is to provide patients guideline-directed and evidence-based medical care. I cater treatment plans to each patient and encourage patient participation in their own care. | Why I entered medicine | My mother, a nurse, has always been a hero to me. Since childhood I have wanted to work in medicine because of her. It is a rewarding career. | Community involvement | I am an active member at my local church and volunteer there when I can. | Personal interests | I am a mother first and foremost and right now spend most of my days chasing after my children. I love watching them grow and am excited and honored to be a part of their childhood. I also enjoy Pilates and running. I enjoy reading, especially a Stephen King novel. Ms. Wainwright is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF) and Arrhythmias.

Mary Hannah is a Physician Assistant in Easton, Pennsylvania. Her top area of expertise is Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

Jana Dieterich is a Physician Assistant in Easton, Pennsylvania. Her top area of expertise is Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

Adam Polkowski is a Physician Assistant in Easton, Pennsylvania. His top area of expertise is Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

Jessica Savino is a Physician Assistant in Easton, Pennsylvania. Her top area of expertise is Rhizarthrosis.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy centers on building strong and respectful relationships with patients through empathy, education and listening. I believe effective care begins with truly hearing you and understanding your concerns. | Why I entered medicine | I was drawn to medicine by a deep curiosity about science, a fascination with the human body and a genuine desire to help others. | Personal interests | Outside of medicine, I enjoy traveling, classic movies, baking and being with my dog, Winston. Her top area of expertise is Plaque Psoriasis.

Philosophy of care | I believe in navigating patients and families through their cancer care journey in a respectful, safe environment. I approach each patient as a whole, addressing each need while keeping in mind their goals of care. I strive to provide high-quality care while allowing patients to feel comfortable enough to tell me any concern. I treat my patients as if they were my own family and friends. | Why I entered medicine | I always felt guided by my faith to enter medicine. I felt called due to my passion for medicine and for people from all backgrounds. I am a very compassionate, empathetic individual who always wanted to give back to the community and serve others. | Community involvement | I attend local fundraisers to help raise money for cancer patients in need. Also, I hope to teach at a local physician assistant school and help interest more future medical professionals in hematology/oncology. | Personal interests | Working in cancer care has helped me better appreciate the small things in life. I love spending time with my friends and family. My favorite hobbies are powerlifting, hiking and traveling. Her top areas of expertise are Febrile Neutropenia and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.

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.

Philosophy of care | I treat my patients based on their individualized needs, rather than only by their symptoms. I focus on education and prevention to optimize patients’ overall health and lives. | Why I entered medicine | After losing two family members to lung cancer, I felt moved to enter the medical field to help make a difference. It is important to me to positively affect patients’ lives and know that they are genuinely cared for. As a physician assistant, I appreciate the face-to-face interactions and the personal connections I make with patients. | Community involvement | I am involved in my neighborhood group and aim to make positive changes in the community for each of its members. I also donate to animal rescues in the area. I rescued one of my dogs from a local shelter! | Personal interests | I am a dog lover and have two of my own, Rosie and Franklin. I enjoy walking them every day with my fiancé to both unwind and bond with them. We call them our “talk walks.” When I am not hanging out with my dogs, you can find me at the gym weightlifting or spending time with my big family. Ms. Grapsy is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, and Emphysema.

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).

John Zerfass is a Physician Assistant in Nazareth, Pennsylvania.

Ashley Lane is a Physician Assistant in Easton, Pennsylvania. Ms. Lane has been practicing medicine for over 17 years.

Philosophy of care | I am deeply passionate about educating, advocating for and empowering all women. As your provider, it is my goal for you to feel comfortable and supported throughout your care. I will not only recommend what’s best, but also will hold your hand every step of the way. | Why I entered medicine | My passion for medicine began at an early age, as my grandfather was an obstetrics and gynecology physician, and my mother was a labor and delivery nurse. My relationship with them inspired my interest in women's health. My intent as a physician assistant is creating a safe and positive space for all my patients, from preconception to prenatal and postpartum obstetrical care to menopause. I am extremely grateful to be working in the women's health field. | Community involvement | While attending King's College, I participated in several community outreach opportunities, including volunteering for the homeless population at The André House in Phoenix, AZ, as well as House of Hope in South Bend, IN. During graduate school, I participated in a medical mission to Port Au Prince, Haiti. Our team diagnosed, treated and cared for almost 500 clinic patients. I was awarded the St. André Bessette Award for Service in the Spirit of the Congregation of Holy Cross, as well as the King's College Department of Physician Assistant Studies Service Award. | Personal interests | I absolutely love being outdoors. Whether hiking, running or swimming, I enjoy being in the sunshine. I love staying active and joining group fitness studios that teach yoga, Pilates or spin classes. Most importantly, I love to spend quality time with my husband, family and friends.

Philosophy of care | For me, the foundation of great health care is an open, trusting relationship. I strive to be a true partner by listening to you with respect, empathy and without judgment. I’m also a strong advocate for often overlooked areas of medicine – especially patient education. I believe you have the right to understand what’s happening with your body and why certain recommendations are being made. Medicine today is increasingly complex, with many specialists. While I bring a specialized focus to my practice, I prioritize continuity and communication so you receive the seamless, high-quality care you deserve. | Why I entered medicine | Medicine combines two lifelong passions of mine: caring for others and the science of the human body. My love for science began in high school during an anatomy class, and has only deepened since. I was drawn to the field of OB-GYN during my clinical rotations, where I discovered how meaningful long-term relationships with patients could be. Working in OB-GYN gives me the privilege of supporting patients through some of the most significant moments in their lives, and I hope to make these experiences as comfortable as possible. I always knew I wanted my career to be centered around bettering the lives of others any way I could, even if it's something as seemingly simple as a preventive PAP smear. | Community involvement | After returning to the area following school, I’m excited to reestablish connections within the community. My most recent adventure has been learning to dance at a local swing dance society! | Personal interests | Family is the most important thing to me. When not at work, I spend time with loved ones and my three Saint Bernards. I enjoy gardening, reading, crafting and working on DIY projects around the house (even though my to-do list never seems to end).

Lauren Peters is a Physician Assistant in Easton, Pennsylvania.

Mary Lacalamita is a Physician Assistant in Easton, Pennsylvania. Ms. Lacalamita has been practicing medicine for over 9 years.

Philosophy of care | My goal for patients is providing the best quality care while making them feel as comfortable as possible. I make sure my patients are treated the same way I want to be. | Why I entered medicine | My father is a physician, so I have always been comfortable around the medical field. As I grew up, I learned I had a passion for taking care of those around me and started to explore career options. After experience in emergency medical services and as a student in the ER, I became a physician assistant. | Community involvement | Now back in the Lehigh Valley, my interests include fundraising for various cancer societies and pediatric foundations. | Personal interests | I enjoy time with family and friends. I like traveling to new places, especially if there’s a beach. I use baking as stress relief. I also enjoy spending time with my dog, a white Chihuahua.

Philosophy of care | My strong belief in preventive medicine drives me to empower you to take proactive steps in managing your health, preventing illness and optimizing overall wellness. My background in urgent care makes me passionate about treating acute illness and getting patients back to feeling well as quickly as possible. Through active listening, education and personalized care, I encourage open communication so you feel heard, respected and fully involved in your health. | Why I entered medicine | I always knew I wanted to help others. Growing up, I was drawn to the idea of making a positive impact on people's lives through optimizing health and wellness, and that passion led me to become a physician assistant. | Personal interests | I enjoy cooking, traveling with my husband, gardening and playing tennis.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy of care is that I think of you as a person, not a number. I treat you as a whole. I consider your social aspects and things going on in your life when coming up with a treatment plan. | Why I entered medicine | When I was young, all of the kids in my neighborhood, whenever they fell off their bike or got hurt, came to me and I patched them up. So my dad said to me, “You should be a PA.” And I said, “What’s that?” So, we did some research on it and my dad really encouraged me, and I became a physician assistant. | Community involvement | I coach my son’s baseball team and basketball team. I’m on the PTA at my son’s school. | Personal interests | I used to play softball for years, and I like being outside, going kayaking and being on the water whenever possible. I like puttering out in my garden. We have almost any kind of fruit and vegetable – broccoli, squash, eggplant, spinach, sunflowers and pumpkins. You name it, we probably have it.

Philosophy of care | My top priority is providing you quality care. I base it on excellent communication between us regarding your diagnosis and treatment options, so that we can determine your best course of care. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine because of a desire to care for patients. Orthopedics in particular presents opportunities to help people regain their previous activity levels and lifestyle. Doing that is rewarding for both patients and providers. | Community involvement | I am involved with Cornerstone Church of Easton. | Personal interests | Over the years I have enjoyed playing sports as well as watching almost any sporting activity. I am currently an avid golf fan.

Philosophy of care | I am not treating a disease or a condition, I am treating you, the patient. I believe all medical decisions must meet the needs of the person as a whole. | Why I entered medicine | I chose to be a physician assistant to apply my aptitude for medicine and science toward improving the lives of others. | Community involvement | I have volunteered with Camelot for Children and with Best Buddies. I regularly donate to Moms Offering Moms Support and to my church. | Personal interests | When not working, I am caring for my toddler and newborn with my husband of five years. We enjoy going for walks, hiking and doing agility training with our three dogs.

Philosophy of care | My approach is providing you the best quality of orthopedic care with an emphasis on patient education. It is important for you to have a thorough understanding of your medical condition and treatment options available. Ultimately, my goal is to make the entire orthopedic process easier as you navigate your journey to healing and returning to an active lifestyle. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine because I have the drive to help people and make a difference in their lives. Orthopedics, specifically, enables me to help patients return to an active lifestyle and is incredibly rewarding. It is a career respected by the community with an overall high job satisfaction. | Community involvement | I am a member of the Notre Dame of Bethlehem Church parish and help with extracurricular activities my children participate in. | Personal interests | Outside of work, my time is spent with my two sons and husband. We enjoy traveling together to amusement parks, the shore and MLB baseball games! To decompress, I personally love working out on my Peloton bike.

Philosophy of care | I believe good communication and trust between patient and provider is one of the most important elements in practicing medicine. I want you to feel comfortable communicating freely and actively participating in your treatment to help create a plan that is realistic and achievable for you. | Why I entered medicine | From a young age, I always loved math, science and solving puzzles. I originally started college as an engineering major, but realized quickly I wanted to work directly with the public. Medicine is great because I get to meet new people every day while solving problems and challenging myself. | Community involvement | I volunteered as an emergency medicine technician (EMT) during college, and I currently volunteer at VAST (Valley Against Sex Trafficking). | Personal interests | I love reading, puzzles, music and coffee – I feel like I’m finally starting to age into my personality. I also like working out, nature and being outside.

Debra Roeder is a Physician Assistant in Easton, Pennsylvania.

Michelle Shahani is a Physician Assistant in Easton, Pennsylvania.