Philosophy of care | I strongly believe a good physician combines medical knowledge with an ability to forge strong human connections and provides compassionate healing. I will guide you with what science has to offer and help you make health decisions while respecting your viewpoints, experiences and cultural beliefs. I understand the importance of communication in the current health care environment, and will strive to keep you and your family informed every step of the way. I want to approach medicine with the understanding that science can help us make good decisions, but sometimes does not have all the answers. | Why I entered medicine | Since childhood I have loved to care for people. It started with my own family, including my grandparents, who lived with us. That love of caring translated into a love of medicine and became a career. What I also deeply care about is building interpersonal connections based on a foundation of trust, compassion and mutual concern. My career in medicine provides me the perfect platform to pursue my interest while using my knowledge to help others. | Community involvement | I am involved with Meals on Wheels, soup kitchens and local charities focused on education. | Personal interests | I love gardening, nature travel, hiking and spending my free time with my family. Dr. Joshi is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Sjogren Syndrome, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Paige Van Wirt is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Van Wirt is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Dementia, COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and Alzheimer's Disease.

Philosophy of care | I believe in forming a partnership with my patients and taking the time to be a good listener. I try to follow the best evidence-based medicine guidelines for testing and treatment. I enjoy working to promote healthy lifestyles and preventative care to keep you well. I believe it is important to work together with you to create a plan of care that's right for you. I will try to be your advocate and help coordinate all of your care needs as your primary care physician. I also have a special interest in geriatrics and long-term care medicine. It is my goal to provide older adults and nursing home residents the highest-quality, compassionate care for optimum health, function, and quality of life. | Why I entered medicine | I became a doctor because I want to make each and every day meaningful, and make a positive impact on your health. I chose internal medicine because it allows me to establish long-term relationships with my patients. I truly enjoy the follow-up care and ongoing relationships I have with my patients, welcoming back the same patients again and again. It is my goal to help manage all of your health care needs - promoting healthy lifestyles, managing chronic conditions, treating illness and coordinating the transition between specialists, hospitals, and other caregivers. I believe it is important for every patient to have one physician who can act as a coordinator of care and to be involved at some level in all of their health care needs. | Community involvement | I serve as the medical director for both Gracedale Nursing Home in Northampton County and The Good Shepherd Home in Bethlehem. | Personal interests | I have been married to my wonderful wife Jennifer since 1998. When I am not at work I enjoy helping her with her jewelry business on weekends. I am also the proud father of two beautiful daughters. Some of my hobbies include running, gardening, hiking and playing with my energetic Chesapeake Bay retriever and our two cats. Dr. Holumzer is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Alzheimer's Disease, and Dementia.

John Nuschke is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Nuschke is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

David Carney is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Carney is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

Philosophy of care | I believe in a patient-centered approach to medicine. That means treating my patients as individuals and really focusing on their personal preferences, values, cultural traditions and lifestyle choices. It also means giving them the tools they need—as individuals—to take care of themselves. The old way of medicine – when people see a doctor once they’re already sick – is clearly not working. Today’s approach focuses on prevention, and I am passionate about spreading the message. The goal is to get people into the doctor’s office early, before problems begin. Then, we can work as a team to create the healthiest future possible. I strongly believe in the 'patient-centered medical home' concept. | Why I entered medicine | I always envisioned helping other people and making a difference. When I did my clinical rotations, I knew I would end up in internal medicine. I feel this is where I can have the greatest effect on people’s lives. I can spend time getting to know my patients while providing a lifetime of care. | Personal interests | I started running when I was in medical school, and I haven’t stopped since. I like that the only thing you need is a pair of sneakers. You can do it anywhere, anytime. Once my feet hit the ground, I can focus on the motion of running without any other thoughts racing through my head. It’s my stress relief, and it really works for me. I’ve run several 5K and 10K races. I just completed my second half-marathon, and I hope to do a full marathon in the future. Dr. Calhoun is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Osteopenia, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Larry Levin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Levin is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Enlarged Liver, and Hypertension.

Emilia Secheresiu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Secheresiu is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

Philosophy of care | I always try to find a balance in providing cost effective care, while looking out for the individual. | Why I entered medicine | I always enjoyed the challenge of taking care of patients, particularly the balance of science with the humanistic side of care. | Community involvement | I am involved in community service through a variety of organizations | Personal interests | Sports, particularly hockey, running, weight training and skiing, while I am not chasing after or driving around my 5 children. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Melorheostosis.

Jonathan Munves is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. His top areas of expertise are Defective Apolipoprotein B-100, Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH), Familial Hypercholesterolemia, and Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4.

Philosophy of care | Listening is important. That's the most helpful to patients. You get the most insight into their personality. Communication is also important -- not only with the patient, but with the patient's family, and especially in the hospital or nursing home. Good communication goes a long way. I've been doing this for more than 10 years, and you build a relationship with your patients. I like to catch up, see how they're doing, ask about their family, vacations. | Why I entered medicine | My father was a doctor, and that had an impact on me when I was growing up. | Personal interests | My greatest passion in life is my family -- my wife and my two daughters. That's the most important thing to me. I spend a lot of time with the family, and I like to fish. We're big Eagles fans, and I have season tickets. Dr. Ehrig is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cyclic Neutropenia, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Multiple Myeloma, and Cirrhosis.

Philosophy of care | I pride myself on being compassionate, understanding and most of all sympathetic to the needs of my patients. Also, I have a sense of humor! I try to make my patients feel comfortable by simply listening to their needs. I believe in thorough communication and trying to explain what I am thinking to my patients. Understanding on both of our parts is extremely important to the doctor-patient relationship. | Why I entered medicine | I experienced multiple illnesses as a child, and I looked to my doctor for comfort and guidance. My pediatrician always gave my parents and me a feeling of peace - a sense that everything would be all right. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending time with my wife, two children and my dog. I also enjoy reading and spending time at the beach. Dr. Winas is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Acquired Tracheomalacia, Tracheobronchomalacia, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

Maria Jones is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Jones is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

Philosophy of care | I encourage my patients to say what is on their mind without having them feel uncomfortable. I am a good listener, which is a valuable attribute. I always listen to my patients and include them (and their families) in decisions about their health care. | Why I entered medicine | I wanted to care for people. I have been interested in medicine since I was in high school. I originally became a pharmacist, but soon I decided to become a doctor, feeling I could have a greater impact on patient care. The most enjoyable part of being a doctor is seeing someone get better and knowing he or she appreciates your care. Dr. Lakata is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Osteopenia.

Philosophy of care | I believe in a team approach. I encourage my patients to be actively involved in their care. I enjoy getting to know patients outside their illness. | Why I entered medicine | I chose the medical profession after experiencing the illness of a family member. Dr. Kochuba is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Melorheostosis.

Philosophy of care | I like to gab with my patients. Good medicine takes time. Each individual is extraordinarily complex. You have a spirit, a personality, societal pressures - all these different factors play a role in a person's health. I try to account for all of it. I think there's an extraordinary untapped potential in the therapeutic value of the patient-physician relationship. I look to release the power of that relationship. In casual conversation, you can learn a lot about someone and share something about yourself. A better relationship means better care for the patient. I'm interested in preventive care – diet, sleep, alcohol, smoking and cancer prevention. For a person to change his or her personal way of life is one of the most difficult things. I ask my patients if they're ready, and then I go as far as I can with them and give them the resources they need. | Why I entered medicine | I was a professional musician – a guitarist. But I soon discovered I was not so musical! I was only able to go so far. Medicine is a DeHoff family tradition. There are medical diplomas in my family going back to the Civil War: my father, my grandfather and my great-great-grandfather - this goes way back! It's a very important role to play in people's lives. It's more mainstream and more stable than my music career. It also has more opportunities to help people. | Community involvement | I sometimes perform jazz guitar in the Lehigh Valley. | Personal interests | I like a simple life and enjoying the moments of every day. My wife sells old and rare books. We enjoy hunting for books together at book stores and yard sales. Over the years, I have been assembling a comprehensive collection of books on medical history. I also enjoy collecting vinyl records, mostly American jazz records, and playing jazz guitar. Dr. Dehoff is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

Cheryl Bloomfield is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bloomfield is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Endoscopy.

Philosophy of care | Healing and comfort are a passion to me. As your doctor, I will treat you with compassion and respect. I consider these interpersonal traits as critical to the power of healing. | Why I entered medicine | I always had a personal interest in science. I also really enjoy working with and understanding people. I chose medicine because it offered me the opportunity to integrate these interests. | Community involvement | I love educating and teaching the community about topics in medicine. | Personal interests | I enjoy the beach, fishing, cooking and spending time with my family. Dr. Santiago is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy.

Philosophy of care | I like to stay abreast of national guidelines and tailor them for individual patients to achieve the best possible medical outcomes. | Why I entered medicine | I was inspired by family members in medicine to explore this career and it has now become my passion. | Personal interests | I enjoy nature and outdoor activities. Dr. Chaudhari is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hyperglycerolemia, Renal Glycosuria, Essential Pentosuria, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

Why I entered medicine | I wanted to heal patients and relieve their suffering. | Personal interests | I enjoy Aikido, scuba diving and skiing. Dr. Twaddle is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hemolytic Anemia.

Why I entered medicine | I cannot say I knew from an early age that I wanted to be a doctor, but I can say from an early age I wanted to help people. The desire to help people and my interest in the sciences eventually took me in the direction of medicine. Dr. Brndjar is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Sitosterolemia, and Pachyonychia Congenita.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy of care is to work closely with my patients and use informed decision-making to provide the right care for the right person. It is important to understand each person when making decisions to avoid a cookie cutter approach to care. | Why I entered medicine | I chose to enter medicine because it offered me a way to apply my interest in biology in a meaningful way. It is personally rewarding to see the impact you can have on someone's life while simultaneously tackling the intellectual challenges of medicine. | Community involvement | I am actively involved in medical education on multiple levels. My strongest interest is in providing graduate medical education to resident physicians. I also work closely with the medical students enrolled in the Lehigh Valley Health Network-University of South Florida curriculum. Several of my educational interests also involve providing medical care to underserved populations. | Personal interests | I am very involved with my children and their interests. Dr. Smith is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pyridoxine Deficiency, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Melorheostosis, and Endoscopy.

Philosophy of care | As a physician, I see myself in partnership with my patients, working together with them to maintain or restore health and quality of life. | Personal interests | I love to play the piano, garden, read, travel, exercise and spend time with my family. Dr. Lambert is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, and Obesity in Children.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to incorporate every aspect of the patient into my medical decision-making. I strive to form personal connections with patients and their families to ensure comfort and trust. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine to fulfill my desire to always improve others. Both my parents were in the medical field and as a youngster I listened to their stories about improving patients' lives. As I grew older, I realized I could not envision myself doing anything else. | Community involvement | I thoroughly enjoy mentoring and teaching medical students who rotate through LVHN. I was fortunate when I was in their shoes not too long ago to have great mentors and role models. My goal is to pay it forward and continue to teach young minds. | Personal interests | In my free time, I enjoy plenty of exercise and cooking. I am an avid sports fan and spend fall weekends rooting for my favorite football teams: the Ursinus College Bears (Saturdays) and the Los Angeles Chargers (Sundays). Dr. Ghaul is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Gastritis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, and Necrosis.

Philosophy of care | At the heart of my practice lies a profound commitment to holistic, patient-centered care. My philosophy is rooted in the belief health care should transcend the mere treatment of symptoms and conditions, focusing instead on nurturing comprehensive wellness across every stage of life. Central to my approach is the integration of metabolic health and obesity medicine, recognizing the critical role these play in preventing and managing chronic diseases. I am dedicated to the pursuit of transformative care, where the goal is not just to prolong life but to enhance its quality, ensuring each individual can live with vitality and grace. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine because it is a unique blend of art and science, demanding a commitment to lifelong learning and a deep appreciation for the complexities of the human body and mind. At its core, it's driven by a desire to make a meaningful difference in people's lives. This career is about caring for individuals in their most vulnerable moments, guiding them toward achieving and maintaining health. It's a journey of continual growth, both in knowledge and in the compassionate understanding of human experience. | Personal interests | I do resistance training and endurance sports in my spare time. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, Acute Kidney Failure, and Ureteroscopy.