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Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD

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(Dr. Suzanne L Rajjoub Basha, M.D.)
Specializes in: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Temple University School of Medicine (2004)
Professional interests include: hysterectomy (uterus removal), polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), infertility, and more.
3440 Lehigh Street Suite 101
Allentown, PA 18103

Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD is an obstetrician and gynecologist in Allentown, PA specializing in obstetrics & gynecology. She graduated from Temple University School of Medicine in 2004 and has 22 years of experience. Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD is affiliated with St. Luke's University Health Network.

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Office Locations

3440 Lehigh Street Suite 101
Allentown, PA 18103
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3420 WALBERT AVENUE SUITE 100
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
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Some issues Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD can help you with:

Hysterectomy (Uterus Removal)

A hysterectomy is an extremely common surgery performed to remove the uterus. Sometimes the fallopian tubes, ovaries, or cervix will be removed as well. A woman who has had a hysterectomy will no longer have periods and cannot get pregnant.

There are a variety of reasons that women have hysterectomies, including:

  • Heavy bleeding or pain, such as that due to fibroids, endometriosis, or adenomyosis
  • Cancer
  • Prolapsed uterus, where the pelvic muscles can no longer completely hold the uterus in place

It is important to note that having any of these conditions does not necessarily mean that a hysterectomy is necessary. There are other available treatment options in most cases.

Although the uterus is responsible for a period, it is the ovaries that control the hormonal changes that women go through every month. So if a woman has a hysterectomy but keeps her ovaries, she might still experience hormonal swings every month even if she no longer has a period. Alternately, if a younger woman has a hysterectomy where her ovaries as removed, she will essentially be in immediate menopause.

A hysterectomy can be performed traditionally through one large cut in the abdomen, laparoscopically using tiny incisions and small tools, or through the vagina. Full recovery may take four to six weeks. After a hysterectomy, patients might experience sexual changes such as vaginal dryness or a change in libido. It is common to experience strong emotions after a hysterectomy, including both grief and relief. If a patient's ovaries were removed, they may be at higher risk for certain diseases, such as heart disease and osteoporosis. Taking hormonal birth control might reduce this risk.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a common endocrine disorder that causes symptoms such as acne, facial hair, and weight gain. It is often diagnosed when patients experience problems getting pregnant, because PCOS can interfere with ovulation. There is no cure for PCOS, but there are effective treatments that can lessen the severity of the symptoms.

Despite the name, not everyone with polycystic ovarian syndrome develops cysts on their ovaries. It is also possible to have ovarian cysts without having PCOS. The symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome are actually related to insulin resistance, a condition where the insulin made by the body is not effectively recognized by the cells. This causes the pancreas to release higher levels of insulin in order to keep blood sugar levels stable, and the excess insulin interferes with hormone production in the pituitary and ovaries, causing the PCOS symptoms.

The symptoms of PCOS include:

  • Weight gain
  • Acne
  • Facial or body hair
  • Thinning head hair
  • Missing or irregular periods
  • Infertility

PCOS is a syndrome, which means that if patients have PCOS, they might not have each and every symptom. Even a few of them might be enough to have physicians check for polycystic ovarian syndrome. A doctor might perform an exam and order blood tests to measure hormone levels.

Treatment for PCOS may include:

  • Insulin sensitizers, which help the body use insulin more effectively, lowering hormone levels. The most commonly used insulin sensitizer is metformin.
  • Weight loss. Being overweight does not cause PCOS, and PCOS can make losing weight difficult. Still, weight loss can improve symptoms for many women.
  • Birth control pills to regulate menstruation and sometimes reduce symptoms such as acne.
  • Fertility medications, especially medications to stimulate ovulation such as clomiphene.
  • Anti-androgen medications, which work to treat symptoms such as acne and facial hair.
  • Low-carb diets, which work similarly to insulin sensitizers to lower hormone levels and help reduce weight.
  • Ovarian drilling or resectioning, surgical procedures sometimes performed if infertility is a persistent problem. These procedures open up the wall of the ovary to temporarily make ovulation more likely.

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is one of the most common endocrine disorders affecting women. Left untreated, it can increase the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers. Fortunately there are many good treatment options available.

In The News 

“"Your health before pregnancy affects a lot of things during pregnancy," says Suzanne Basha, MD, FACOG of St. Luke s Women s Care Ob/Gyn in Allentown.”—"Expectations: Healthy Habits Now Can Help Future Baby", The Morning Call, May 2016
“They were also more likely to suffer complications of their deliveries and to require additional visits to the surgeon's office, said Dr. Suzanne Basha, an ob/gyn at the Lehigh Valley Health...”—"Sutures may be better than staples for C-sections, research says", Los Angeles Times, February 2010

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

breast exam
gynecologic exams
pelvic exam

In 2012, Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD had a list price for breast exam, gynecologic exams, and pelvic exam that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within Pennsylvania. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Allentown, PA during 2013 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam 14
gynecologic procedures 14

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD.

Gender
Male 0
Female 22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD in 2013

Hypertension 55
High Cholesterol 55
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 0
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD.

Gender
Male 0
Female 16
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 16
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD in 2014

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 69
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 0
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Allentown, PA during 2015 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam 17
gynecologic procedures 17

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD.

Gender
Male 0
Female 40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD in 2015

Hypertension 0
High Cholesterol 55
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 0
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Allentown, PA during 2016 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam 12
gynecologic procedures 12

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD.

Gender
Male 0
Female 24
Age
From 65 to 74 13
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD in 2016

Hypertension 54
High Cholesterol 54
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 0
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Allentown, PA during 2017 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam 20
gynecologic procedures 20

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD.

Gender
Male 0
Female 35
Age
From 65 to 74 20
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD in 2017

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 69
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 31
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Allentown, PA during 2018 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam 52
doctor visit 44
gynecologic procedures 52

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD.

Gender
Male 0
Female 81
Age
From 65 to 74 46
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD in 2018

Hypertension 43
High Cholesterol 60
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 17
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 17
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Allentown, PA during 2019 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam 75
doctor visit 57
gynecologic procedures 75

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD.

Gender
Male 0
Female 109
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 92
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 62
From 75 to 84 27
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD in 2019

Hypertension 50
High Cholesterol 66
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 11
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 18
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 22
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Allentown, PA during 2020 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam 71
doctor visit 73
gynecologic procedures 71

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD.

Gender
Male 0
Female 112
Age
From 65 to 74 67
From 75 to 84 23
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD in 2020

Hypertension 49
High Cholesterol 63
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 11
Depression 22
Chronic Kidney Disease 11
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 20
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 20
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Allentown, PA during 2021 were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam 98
cytology 13
doctor visit 56
gynecologic pathology 13
gynecologic procedures 98
preventive care 13

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD.

Gender
Male 0
Female 137
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 115
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 79
From 75 to 84 28
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD in 2021

Hypertension 47
High Cholesterol 65
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 10
Depression 26
Chronic Kidney Disease 13
Asthma 11
Osteoperosis 17
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 18
Dementia 0
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Allentown, PA during 2022 were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam 63
cytology 13
doctor visit 17
gynecologic pathology 13
gynecologic procedures 63
preventive care 13

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD.

Gender
Male 0
Female 97
Age
From 65 to 74 58
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD in 2022

Hypertension 57
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 15
Asthma 21
Osteoperosis 21
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 27
Dementia 0
Cancer 16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Allentown, PA were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

breast exam 46
cytology 13
doctor visit 49
gynecologic pathology 13
gynecologic procedures 46
preventive care 13

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD.

Gender
Male 0
Female 67
Ethnicity
Black / African American 0
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 22
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 0
Other 0
Age
75 to 84 7
85 and over 0
Less than 65 3
65 to 74 34

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD From 2013 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, depression and diabetes.

Hypertension 49
High Cholesterol 63
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 3
Depression 14
Chronic Kidney Disease 3
Asthma 4
Osteoporosis 9
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 10
Atrial Fibrillation 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 2

Education & Training

Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD graduated from Temple University School of Medicine in 2004. She completed residency at LeHigh Valley Hospital Network. She is certified by the Board Certification: Obstetrics & Gynecology and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Medical School: Temple University School of Medicine (2004)

Residency: LeHigh Valley Hospital Network (2009)

Board Certification: Board Certification: Obstetrics & Gynecology

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

St. Luke's University Health Network

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.89 out of 5 stars based on 127 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Allentown, PA. 

4.89
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Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-12-30 
Dr. Basha perform my hysterectomy and when I woke up I was balling my eyes out (from anesthesia) She came right to me and held my hand and rubbed my face and told me they were sending for my support person. All office visits were stress-free and quick. Her office staff helped fill out my insurance paperwork, FMLA etc. And the nurse practitioner, I'm sorry I forget her name was kind, knowledgeable and quick with a great bedside manner.
Overall Rating: 1.0 2021-05-12 
staff knowledge regarding my insurance was subpar. i contacted AETNA who verified my  coverage on 5.11.21 for 5.12.21 appt but when I arrived for appt I wouldn’t be seen unless I signed a financial waiver in event AETNA declined to cover appt charges. This has never happened to me before. Since I declined to sign the waiver i now have to schedule another appt and drive across town again for the services I expected to receive today -using my AETNA insurance.  Somehow getting medical care has become ridiculously complicated and that is too bad.

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Suzanne L. Rajjoub Basha, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc. $125 Kyleena
$54 		Essure
$37 		Skyla
$33
Astellas Pharma US Inc $89 Vesicare
$89
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation $81 NEXPLANON
$37 		GARDASIL9
$33 		NON-PRODUCT
$11
Roche Diagnostics Corporation $78 MD cobas Instruments and Reagents
$49 		MD HPV CTNG
$29
Mission Pharmacal Company $68 Binosto
$40
$28
Other $359 Osphena
$66 		PARAGARD
$49 		Prolia
$25 		BRISDELLE
$24 		GYN
$22 		Other
$173
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $799

Biography

Dr. Suzanne Basha practices obstetrics & gynecology. Her areas of clinical interest consist of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), infertility, and hysterectomy (uterus removal). Her average patient rating is 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Basha studied medicine at Temple University School of Medicine. For her residency, Dr. Basha trained at LeHigh Valley Hospital Network. She is conversant in Arabic. Dr. Basha is professionally affiliated with St. Luke's University Health Network. According to Doctor.com, new patients are welcome to contact Dr. Basha's office in ALLENTOWN, PA.

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