Neurologists who are Physicians - Macungie, PA

"Dr. Rabia failed me as a patient when she failed to communicate vital information regarding my MRI results. After 15 months of testing and worsening neurological symptoms, I trusted her to provide answers and guide my care. Instead, I was told there were no changes, despite an MRI report indicating brain lesions consistent with MS. She had previously attributed those lesions to migraines and ruled out MS. The turning point came when I sent my MRI results to the rheumatologist I was scheduled to see. When I arrived for my appointment, she pulled me into her office and told me, “I am not going to waste your time or your money! You do not have lupus.” She then asked when my next neurology appointment was. When I explained that I didn't have one and that Dr. Rabia had told me earlier that week there were no changes, she handed me my MRI results and urged me to make another neurology appointment. I immediately contacted my primary care physician, who referred me to another neurologist. He repeated the previous tests and ordered additional testing, including a lumbar puncture. In August 2017, I was officially diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. I believe Dr. Rabia failed to uphold the ethical principles at the heart of the Hippocratic Oath by not adequately communicating critical findings that directly affected my health and medical care. I am grateful to the rheumatologist who recognized that something was wrong, was honest with me, and directed me back to neurology for further evaluation. Patients have the right to know what their test results reveal, understand what those findings may mean, and participate in decisions about their care. I trusted Dr. Rabia with my health, and I feel that trust was broken. I deserved transparency, answers, and the opportunity to pursue an accurate diagnosis much sooner."

"I can't recommend Dr. Lovitt enough. I went in for a general assessment of a condition. Dr. Lovitt took the time to do a complete review of my medical history and current symptoms. The appointment was not rushed in any manner. Here's the thing: Sometimes patients don't always know how to best describe want's going on that brings them to the doctor's office. Dr. Lovitt took the time to make sure I understood my issues, and to discuss a course of treatment going forward. I can't understate how positive the entire experience was. The staff is also wonderful, and very much a reflection of the Doctor's attitude towards helping patients."