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Dr. Paul Stuart Lemberg, MD

Accepting New Patients

(1408 Ratings)

Specializes in: Pediatric Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat)

Brown University, Alpert Medical School (1990)

Professional interests include: excision, sleep apnea, sinuplasty, and more.

1770 Bathgate Road Suite 401
Bethlehem, PA 18017

(484) 884-9260

Dr. Paul Stuart Lemberg, MD is a pediatric otolaryngologist in Allentown, PA specializing in pediatric otolaryngology (ear, nose & throat). He graduated from Brown University, Alpert Medical School in 1990 and has 34 years of experience. Dr. Paul Stuart Lemberg, MD is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Physician Group (LVPG) and Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Office Locations

Address:

1575 Pond Road Suite 203
Allentown, PA 18104

Address:

1770 Bathgate Road Suite 401
Bethlehem, PA 18017

Some issues Dr. Paul Stuart Lemberg, MD can help you with:

Biopsy

A biopsy is a procedure performed to remove a small sample of cells for testing. The cells are examined in a laboratory to check for disease, or sometimes to see how badly a known disease is affecting them. Biopsy can be performed on any part of the body.

Although biopsy is most often associated with cancer, it can also be used to check for other diseases, such as infections. A biopsy sample can be scraped, cut, collected with a needle, taken with a machine that punches out a tiny piece, or removed with the tiny tools in an endoscope.

In most cases, a biopsy is a simple outpatient procedure. Depending on the procedure, patients may need to stop taking certain medications beforehand, such as blood thinners. It is important for patients to tell doctors if they are pregnant, as certain biopsies require the use of x-rays to guide the needle to the right location. There is usually very little pain associated with a biopsy. Patients will have to wait a few days to hear the results.

Thyroid Surgery

Thyroid surgery is a procedure to remove all or part of the thyroid gland. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland in the lower neck that regulates the hormones that manage metabolism. Thyroid surgery, also known as thyroidectomy, treats thyroid disorders such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), goiters (noncancerous thyroid inflammation), and thyroid cancer. It may also be used to remove thyroid nodules or cysts that have a risk of becoming cancerous.

Both hypothyroidism and goiters are caused by an autoimmune reaction where the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The thyroid reacts by releasing too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones, impairing thyroid function and causing irregular metabolism. Goiters develop from the autoimmune reaction causing continued antibody damage to the thyroid over time. Thyroid goiters are large, swollen lumps that can be felt near the base of the neck. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. Hypothyroidism may also be caused by iodine deficiency, as iodine is needed to produce thyroid hormones.

The exact cause of thyroid cancer and thyroid nodules or cysts is unknown. While thyroid cancer and thyroid nodules or cysts can occur in individuals with thyroid disorders, they are not associated with a malfunctioning thyroid.

Physicians may prescribe thyroid surgery if blood tests reveal patients' thyroid stimulating hormones (TSA) are outside of the acceptable range, indicating a malfunctioning thyroid. Thyroid biopsies (tissue samples) and tests for thyroid-attacking antibodies are also criteria for surgery.

An ENT or general surgeon performs thyroid surgery. While a patient is placed under anesthesia, the surgeon makes an incision at the center of the neck and removes the thyroid gland. Two alternative methods of thyroid surgery are transoral (incision through the mouth) and endoscopic, where a surgeon operates a video camera for live footage to help guide the removal process.

Thyroid surgery requires minimal aftercare. Most patients recover quickly and resume normal activities within a few days of surgery. However, thyroid surgery patients must take daily synthetic thyroid medication (levothyroxine) for life to replace their removed thyroid.

Tonsillectomy

Tonsillectomy is a surgical procedure to remove both tonsils and is most widely used to treat tonsillitis (tonsil inflammation), which occurs when the tonsils (two tissue glands in the back of the throat) become infected and enlarged. Sleep disorders such as snoring and sleep apnea are frequently caused by tonsilitis. Similar conditions that tonsillectomy may treat include recurring throat infections (6 or more per year) and obstructed breathing from enlarged tonsils that block the airway.

Tonsillectomies are usually performed on children; however, many adults also undergo the procedure. A tonsillectomy generally only lasts for about half an hour following the administration of anesthesia. The otolaryngologist (ENT) or surgeon performing a tonsillectomy may employ a variety of medical techniques, such as:

Cold Knife Dissection: A cold knife dissection is the most popular tonsil removal method. A surgeon removes the tonsils using a steel scalpel and repairs the region with sutures (stitches) or electrocautery (high heat) to stop bleeding. This technique is favored for those with obstructed breathing.
Electrocautery: Other tonsillectomy methods include a full tonsil removal by electrocautery, where the surgeon uses a high heat device to burn off the tonsils and cauterize the bleeding tissue. Electrocautery is more painful than cold knife dissection.
Harmonic Scalpel: A third technique is where the surgeon uses a harmonic scalpel (vibrating bladed device) to first cut off the tonsils, and then coagulate bleeding using the harmonic scalpel's heat and vibration. Harmonic scalpel is the most precise form of tonsillectomy.
Radiofrequency Ablation: To perform the radiofrequency ablation technique, the surgeon places small probes into the tonsil that transmit radiofrequency energy to the tonsil tissue. The delivered energy damages and scars the tonsils, gradually minimizing the tonsils' size. Unlike the other three methods, radiofrequency ablation is performed in-office with or without general anesthesia and has minimal recovery time. Patients can expect to return to daily activities nearly immediately and may receive radiofrequency ablation every few months. While radiofrequency ablation does reduce tonsil inflammation, it is not often prescribed to those with severe tonsillitis or breathing disorders.

Patients are typically able to return home shortly after having their tonsils removed. Tonsillectomy recovery time may range from around ten days to two weeks. During this time, it is common for patients to have a sore throat, neck pain, and a hoarse voice. Patients are advised to consume soft foods such as ice cream and applesauce to avoid further throat irritation. After recovering from tonsillectomy, many patients experience improved breathing, reduced irritation, and an overall improved quality of life.

diagnostic procedures	341
doctor visit	921
ear procedures	561
hospital care	32
immunotherapy	341
injections	341
inpatient care	32
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	121
minimally invasive procedures	120

**Gender**
Male	394
Female	539

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	892
Black	0
Hispanic	18
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	361
From 75 to 84	286
85 and over	193
Less than 65	93

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	26
Dementia	9
Cancer	13

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	18
diagnostic procedures	346
doctor visit	859
ear procedures	687
hospital care	21
immunotherapy	323
injections	323
inpatient care	21
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	118
minimally invasive procedures	117
nosebleed treatment	25

**Gender**
Male	431
Female	539

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	917
Black	0
Hispanic	21
Asian	0
Other	14
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	378
From 75 to 84	312
85 and over	189
Less than 65	91

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	28
Dementia	9
Cancer	14

**Gender**
Male	906
Female	1114

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1920
Black	0
Hispanic	32
Asian	0
Other	30
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	822
From 75 to 84	596
85 and over	424
Less than 65	178

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	29
Dementia	8
Cancer	14

diagnostic procedures	383
doctor visit	853
ear procedures	706
hospital care	48
immunotherapy	519
injections	519
inpatient care	48
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	123
minimally invasive procedures	122

**Gender**
Male	387
Female	483

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	832
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	16
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	328
From 75 to 84	274
85 and over	204
Less than 65	64

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	26
Dementia	10
Cancer	16

diagnostic procedures	419
doctor visit	843
ear procedures	736
hospital care	34
immunotherapy	566
injections	566
inpatient care	34
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	96
minimally invasive procedures	95

**Gender**
Male	343
Female	427

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	729
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	22
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	341
From 75 to 84	241
85 and over	131
Less than 65	57

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	26
Dementia	9
Cancer	14

diagnostic procedures	410
doctor visit	829
ear procedures	748
hospital care	14
immunotherapy	539
injections	539
inpatient care	14
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	89
minimally invasive procedures	88
nosebleed treatment	10

**Gender**
Male	332
Female	440

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	734
Black	11
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	14
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	321
From 75 to 84	256
85 and over	158
Less than 65	37

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	27
Dementia	8
Cancer	14

diagnostic procedures	390
doctor visit	610
ear procedures	654
immunotherapy	386
injections	386
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	72
minimally invasive procedures	71

**Gender**
Male	267
Female	322

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	543
Black	0
Hispanic	15
Asian	0
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	308
From 75 to 84	164
85 and over	68
Less than 65	49

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	26
Dementia	8
Cancer	12

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	13
diagnostic procedures	333
doctor visit	520
ear procedures	573
immunotherapy	207
injections	207
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	56
minimally invasive procedures	55

**Gender**
Male	242
Female	308

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	502
Black	0
Hispanic	14
Asian	0
Other	18
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	247
From 75 to 84	182
85 and over	67
Less than 65	54

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	25
Dementia	8
Cancer	14

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	33
diagnostic procedures	1312
doctor visit	1547
ear procedures	1869
immunotherapy	866
injections	866
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	156
minimally invasive procedures	155
nosebleed treatment	14

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paul Stuart Lemberg, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Paul Stuart Lemberg, MD treated as a pediatric otolaryngologist in Allentown, PA were allergy testing, skin testing, ear procedures and diagnostic procedures.

allergy testing	924
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	19
diagnostic procedures	483
doctor visit	881
ear procedures	812
hospital care	33
immunotherapy	450
injections	450
inpatient care	33
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	108
minimally invasive procedures	166
nosebleed treatment	15
skin testing	924

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Stuart Lemberg, MD.

**Gender**
Female	417
Male	330

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	1
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	706
Hispanic	10
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	12

**Age**
85 and over	143
75 to 84	231
Less than 65	62
65 to 74	310

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Stuart Lemberg, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Paul Stuart Lemberg, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	9
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	21
Atrial Fibrillation	11
Dementia	6
Cancer	11

Education & Training

Dr. Paul Stuart Lemberg, MD graduated from Brown University, Alpert Medical School in 1990. He completed residency at Northwestern University Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology - Otolaryngology Publications & Clinical Trials View Clinical Trials View Scholarly Works and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Medical School: Brown University, Alpert Medical School (1990)

Residency: Northwestern University Affiliated Hospitals (1991)

Board Certification: American Board of Otolaryngology - Otolaryngology Publications & Clinical Trials View Clinical Trials View Scholarly Works

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Paul Stuart Lemberg, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Lehigh Valley Physician Group (LVPG)

Lehigh Valley Health Network

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Paul Stuart Lemberg, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.66 out of 5 stars based on 1408 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Paul Stuart Lemberg, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Allentown, PA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Paul Stuart Lemberg, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Acclarent, Inc	$774 RELIEVA Spin Balloon Sinuplasty System $228	Rhinology $198	ACCLARENT AERA Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation System $141	ACCLARENT NAVWIRE Sinus Navigation Guidewire $38	RELIEVA SpinPlus NAV Balloon Sinusplasty System $37	Other $131
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.	$508 QNASL $508
Intersect ENT, Inc.	$209 Propel $209
GENZYME CORPORATION	$179 DUPIXENT $179
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation	$143 RAGWITEK $120	NON-PRODUCT $12	NASONEX $11
Other	$1,275 Ciprodex $144	LigaSure $143	Xhance $128	DUPIXENT $125	Dymista $109	Other $626

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$3,087

Biography

Dr. Paul Lemberg is a physician who specializes in pediatric otolaryngology (ear, nose & throat). Dr. Lemberg attended Brown University, Alpert Medical School and subsequently trained at a hospital affiliated with Northwestern University for residency. He is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Physician Group (LVPG). According to Lehigh Valley Health Network, he is currently accepting new patients at his office in Allentown, PA.