Philosophy of care | I pride myself on taking care of people, not diseases or body parts. | People come with histories, belief systems, truths and misconceptions about their diagnoses based on their prior experiences and those of others. I try to understand and appreciate where they’re coming from and all aspects of their life when treating them. | A cancer diagnosis can be frightening, and I don’t take that lightly. Patients allow me into their lives at what may be the scariest time ever for them. I try to include the family in treatment because family is important and the diagnosis involves everybody, not just one person. | I’m a member of the breast cancer multidisciplinary consultation team. Together, we review your diagnostic information and give you a written opinion reflecting the scope of your condition and recommendations for your best course of care. | Why I entered medicine | I was born and raised in Allentown, and Lehigh Valley Health Network has been part of my family as long as I can remember. | I grew up on the South Side of Allentown, not far from the LVH–Cedar Crest campus when it was a single building in what seemed the middle of a cornfield. My mother was treated for breast and lung cancer there. My father was treated for Legionnaire’s disease there. My brother was treated there for osteochondrosarcoma, a bone and cartilage cancer. I came from a family of blue-collar workers and nobody had been to college, but my family’s experience with cancer and disease inspired me to go to medical school and become a cancer surgeon. | Community involvement | I’m part of anything affiliated with breast cancer fundraising. I don’t belong to a lot of philanthropic organizations outside the hospital, but I participate in any activities the hospital sponsors, particularly when they’re related to breast cancer. | Personal interests | I collect shoes, and have for many years. Some are vintage or from notable designers who people might know from various TV shows, like Manolo Blahnik. I have a room in my home just for shoes, but they’re not strictly for display – I wear them every day. | As a woman in medicine who takes care of predominantly women, this is something fun I can share. In fact, I’ve become known for it, so new patients often look first at my feet to see what I’m wearing! I also enjoy Peloton, which is a type of stationary exercise bike with a large screen that allows you to connect with a community of users. It’s like a fitness Facebook except everybody doesn’t know all your business. My username is HellonHeelz. Dr. Alfonse is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DICER1 Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Lymphadenectomy.

Jude Germaine is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Alpha, New Jersey. Dr. Germaine is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DICER1 Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are DICER1 Syndrome, BRCA Positive Breast Cancer, Li-Fraumeni Syndrome, and HER2 Negative Breast Cancer.

Israel Zighelboim is a Gynecologic Oncologist and an Oncologist in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Zighelboim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DICER1 Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Endometrial Cancer, Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor, Vulvar Cancer, Hysterectomy, and Oophorectomy.

Richard Boulay is a Gynecologic Oncologist and an Oncologist in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Boulay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DICER1 Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Endometrial Cancer, Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Sertoli-Leydig Cell Tumor, Hernia Surgery, and Hysterectomy.

Yacoub Faroun is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Faroun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DICER1 Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Richter Syndrome, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Pancreatoblastoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Lee Riley is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Riley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DICER1 Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Lymphadenectomy.

Philosophy of care | My goal is to provide the best care I can. I know it can be difficult seeking assistance with your health. I feel that communication is a priority, and I want you to feel comfortable with me. I will always do my very best to take great care of you in and out of the operating room. | Community involvement | American Cancer Society, Wings of Hope, Relay for Life | Personal interests | Cancer care. Dr. Pendurthi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DICER1 Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Colorectal Polyps, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy.

Daniel Eyvazzadeh is a Colorectal Surgeon in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Eyvazzadeh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DICER1 Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Bladder Reconstruction, and Ureteroscopy.

John Mcknight is an Oncologist and a Hematologist Oncology provider in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mcknight is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DICER1 Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Angiosarcoma. Dr. Mcknight is currently accepting new patients.

Nicole Agostino is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Agostino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DICER1 Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Multiple Myeloma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

Hikaru Nakajima is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Nakajima is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DICER1 Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Angiosarcoma.

Stephen Strohlein is a Gastroenterologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Strohlein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DICER1 Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hepatitis, and Visceromegaly.