Philosophy of care | I approach and treat every patient like a family member to ensure they receive the highest quality care. The needs of the patient always come first and foremost. I hold myself to the highest standards for surgical outcomes and clinical excellence. | Why I entered medicine | Growing up with both parents as physicians, I was inspired early and found science and medicine fascinating. I believe being a physician is a privilege and treasure the trust patients and families put in me to care for them or their loved ones. | Community involvement | I am involved with nonprofits PanCan and Colontown as we seek to improve outcomes and research funding for new and improved therapies for pancreatic cancer and colorectal cancer. | Personal interests | I mainly enjoy spending time with my wife and two daughters doing any variety of activities. We enjoy baseball games, Big Ten college football, amusement parks and weekend trips to the beach or lake. Dr. Ocuin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Pancreatectomy. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

Aaron Blackham is a Surgical Oncologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Blackham is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Pancreatectomy. His top areas of expertise are Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Melanoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

Philosophy of care | I treat my patients as I would like to be treated, carefully listening to their problems and concerns. As physicians, we must always do the right thing. Excellent patient care requires attention to detail with a high standard of ethical/moral practice. | Why I entered medicine | Medicine requires the right combination of scientific knowledge and compassion. Surgery allows me to care for all aspects of patients, and colorectal surgery has a wide breadth of procedures and diseases, making it a fascinating field. | Community involvement | My start in medicine began as a volunteer EMT for over 10 years. I am a graduate of Lehigh University, and my wife and I have moved back to the Lehigh Valley, excited to make it our home and meet the members of this great community. | Personal interests | Outside of my medical/research interests, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling and trying new foods. I also enjoy exercise and outdoor activities. Dr. Johns is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreatectomy. His top areas of expertise are Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Anorectal Abscess, Anal Fissure, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

Nishi Dedania is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Dedania is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreatectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Diffuse Panbronchiolitis, Familial Hypertension, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to treat you as I would a member of my own family, offering guidance in your time of need. I strive to provide state-of-the-art care for each patient during every encounter. I will do my best to make sure you understand your condition so you can continue to take strides toward optimum health. | Why I entered medicine | It hurts my soul when people don’t feel good. Since childhood I’ve been passionate about wanting to help people feel better. Growing up I saw the relationship my father had with his own doctor, and that inspired me. | Community involvement | I have volunteered in Mother Teresa’s mission in Calcutta, India. I also have organized and managed a team of 30-plus staffers for Lustgarten Foundation pancreatic cancer fundraiser walks in Allentown the last 12 years. | Personal interests | In my spare time I enjoy biking with family, tennis and meditation. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pancreatectomy. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Liver Transplant.

Hiral Shah is a Gastroenterologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pancreatectomy. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.

Philosophy of care | As a surgical oncologist, I’m passionate about beating cancer. We hope to eradicate it and do everything possible to maximize the patient’s quality of life. I talk to patients in a language they can understand. When I make a treatment recommendation, I put myself in their shoes and tell them what I would do if I were faced with these options. | Why I entered medicine | I think I was born to be a doctor. My father was a doctor, and I was fascinated with anatomy as a child. I had anatomy models and would constantly play with them. During my first surgical rotation in medical school, I was hooked. Surgery is anatomy. The intensity, teamwork and ability to fix problems in the operating room is what drives me. | Community involvement | I find it deeply gratifying to support organizations that inspire me. I’m a long-time donor to Semper Fi, a group that gives financial assistance and support to post-9/11 injured veterans and their families. I feel strongly about supporting our military service members who sacrifice so much to protect us. I’m also an enthusiastic backer of Yellowstone National Park. I went there as a kid and later took my own kids when they were young. I’ve always been in awe of Yellowstone’s majesty and beauty. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending time with my girls (my wife and three daughters) and my boys (my two dogs). I stay physically fit by running and working out at home. I enjoy landscaping and reading the classics, and I’m an avid Philadelphia sports fan. Dr. Brodsky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pancreatectomy. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

Philosophy of care | The physician’s role is to accurately diagnose and treat disease, but the practice of medicine also requires the doctor to see the entirety of who our patients are. Illness is disruptive and disorienting, and it can chip away at the big and small joys of life. I want to ease this suffering by guiding my patients through the process of diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. I aim to see my patients and their families for all their complexities, and my goal is to help them get back to what they love doing. | Why I entered medicine | My grandfather was a family physician here in the Lehigh Valley, and I grew up witnessing his dedication to healing and his unwavering empathy. Medicine offers the perfect blend of cognitive and technical challenges, and it’s a career that guarantees the privilege of knowing and taking care of our patients. | Community involvement | I’ve been involved in Scouting throughout my life. As an Eagle Scout, I’m excited to be the leader for my son’s Cub Scout den. | Personal interests | In my free time, I enjoy distance running and hobby board gaming. I love being outside and traveling with my wife and three children. Dr. Zator is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreatectomy. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Philosophy of care | The healing process requires trust, knowledge and hope. I try to create a feeling of trust, give patients the knowledge they need to understand their own condition, and of course, develop a plan that gives them hope. I treat my patients as if they are a member of my family or a close friend. I committed myself to that when I first thought of becoming a doctor. I know what it means. My dear aunt and grandmother both had breast cancer. I know how it affected my own family. Treating a patient like a member of the family means empowering my patients with understandable information and formulating a treatment plan that makes sense to them. I share my perspective with my patients, try to eliminate the unknown and help them to see the light after passing through darkness. | Also, I am 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 conflicted between my passion for classical music as a concert pianist and for the art of medicine as an intellectual. I came to a conclusion that I could combine both arts and make a compassionate career with the product of my hands - the art of Surgery. | Community involvement | I am committed to church activities, medical missions and mentorship. I am actively engaged in women's programs such as 'Show your chapeau', a fundraiser musical event to benefit breast cancer patients. | Personal interests | My interests are classical piano, church organ and oil painting. I am also fluent in Portuguese, Spanish and Korean. Dr. Whang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreatectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Lymphadenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

Darius Desai is a Surgical Oncologist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Desai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pancreatectomy. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

Ayaz Matin is a Gastroenterologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Matin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreatectomy. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Kamalesh Shah is a General Surgeon in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreatectomy. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Roderick Quiros is a Surgical Oncologist in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Quiros is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreatectomy. His top areas of expertise are Parathyroid Adenoma, Parathyroid Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

Gurshawn Singh is a Gastroenterologist in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreatectomy. His top areas of expertise are Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Choledocholithiasis, Hepatitis C, Endoscopy, and Lithotripsy.

Noel Martins is a Gastroenterologist in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Martins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreatectomy. His top areas of expertise are Watermelon Stomach, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Viji Paulson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Paulson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreatectomy. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Acute Kidney Failure, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy.

Thomas Seykora is a Radiologist in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Seykora is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreatectomy. His top areas of expertise are Ampullary Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

Rupashree Vinay is a Hospital Medicine provider in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Vinay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreatectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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 Pancreatectomy. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Colorectal Polyps, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy.

Jacquelyn Carr is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Carr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreatectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Stomach Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Melanoma, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.