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Dr. Paul Palyca, MD

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(Paul Palyca, MD)

(720 Ratings)

Specializes in: Medical Oncology, Hematology (Blood Disorders) and General Practice

UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson Medical (2009)

Professional interests include: intrathecal chemotherapy (into the spinal fluid), bleeding disorders, breast cancer, and more.

1240 SOUTH CEDAR CREST BOULEVARD SUITE 401
Allentown, PA 18103

(610) 402-7880

Dr. Paul Palyca, MD is a medical oncologist in Allentown, PA specializing in medical oncology, hematology (blood disorders) and general practice. He graduated from UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson Medical in 2009 and has 15 years of experience. Dr. Paul Palyca, MD is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Physician Group (LVPG), Lehigh Valley Health Network and LVH Hematology Oncology-1240 Cedar Crest.

Office Locations

Address:

1240 SOUTH CEDAR CREST BOULEVARD SUITE 401
Allentown, PA 18103

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

Anemia

Anemia is the most common blood disorder. It occurs when the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen to the tissues. Blood loss, insufficient red blood cell production, and red blood cell destruction are the three main causes of anemia. These issues may arise from such conditions as iron deficiency, heavy periods, ulcers, kidney disease, as well as some forms of cancer.

An individual with anemia will have the following symptoms: shortness of breath, weakness, dizziness, cold hands or feet, paleness, and irritability. Anemia is diagnosed when blood tests show low counts for hemoglobin, which is the protein responsible for carrying oxygen to different tissues throughout the body.

Treatments for anemia are dependent on the kind of anemia an individual has. For example, iron supplementation may correct iron deficiency anemia. For anemia caused by chronic kidney failure, chemotherapy treatments, and HIV/AIDS, a group of medications called erythropoiesis-stimulating agents may be prescribed.

Thrombocytosis (High Platelet Count)

Thrombocytosis is a disorder where people have too high of a concentration of platelets. Excess platelets can cause blood to clot in the veins. Blood clots in the veins are particularly dangerous, as they can obstruct blood flow and cause heart attacks and strokes. Thrombocytosis has two forms:

Thrombocythemia, also referred to as primary or essential thrombosis (ET), develops from irregular bone marrow cells that produce too many platelets. The cause of these bone marrow cells is unknown.
Reactive thrombosis (RT), also referred to as secondary thrombosis, arises from a different condition such as cancer, anemia, spleen removal, or infection. It is most common in older adults, but can occur in people of all ages. Symptoms of reactive thrombosis may gradually develop over time and typically include bruising, gum bleeding, and blood clotting.

If a doctor suspects a patient has thrombocytosis, a complete blood count (CBC) or platelet count test helps determine the concentration of platelets in a person's blood at a given time. Thrombocytosis can be diagnosed by hematologists using advanced tests on platelet samples. Flow cytometry tests detect abnormalities by evaluating the characteristics of a platelet sample using targeted lasers and lights.

Patients with high platelet counts are frequently prescribed a daily dose of over-the-counter medication aspirin to thin the blood. Platelet-lowering medications, such as hydroxyurea and Intron A, may reduce the likelihood of blood clot formation. Excess platelets may also be removed from the blood by a procedure called plateletpheresis or platelet reduction apheresis, where blood is drawn, circulated into a centrifuge that separates the blood components, and returned to the body with some platelets extracted. Plateletpheresis is a rare procedure reserved for patients who have severe clotting.

Patients can also modify their lifestyle to better manage their disorder and minimize complications. Patients with thrombocytosis are advised to drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and to avoid smoking. Many people with thrombocytosis live healthy and fulfilling lives with proper treatment and precautions.

blood draw	21
doctor visit	63
hospital care	24
inpatient care	24
lab tests	18

**Gender**
Male	94
Female	78

**Age**
From 65 to 74	90
From 75 to 84	42
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	15
Ischemic Heart Disease	50
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	19
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	40
Dementia	0
Cancer	42

aspiration	17
blood draw	107
bone marrow tests	35
diagnostic procedures	35
doctor visit	581
hospital care	404
inpatient care	404
lab tests	90

**Gender**
Male	229
Female	217

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	392
Black	17
Hispanic	24
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	198
From 75 to 84	127
85 and over	49
Less than 65	72

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	52
Asthma	22
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	37
Dementia	12
Cancer	37

**Gender**
Male	223
Female	246

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	425
Black	0
Hispanic	20
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	194
From 75 to 84	152
85 and over	59
Less than 65	64

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	30
Dementia	11
Cancer	36

blood draw	95
doctor visit	665
hospital care	228
inpatient care	228
lab tests	96

**Gender**
Male	226
Female	213

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	399
Black	0
Hispanic	20
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	181
From 75 to 84	147
85 and over	59
Less than 65	52

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	50
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	31
Dementia	12
Cancer	36

blood draw	102
doctor visit	632
hospital care	185
inpatient care	185
lab tests	101

**Gender**
Male	185
Female	184

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	335
Black	0
Hispanic	20
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	157
From 75 to 84	124
85 and over	48
Less than 65	40

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	54
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	30
Dementia	12
Cancer	37

blood draw	44
doctor visit	606
hospital care	143
inpatient care	143
lab tests	44

**Gender**
Male	179
Female	173

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	314
Black	0
Hispanic	14
Asian	0
Other	13
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	145
From 75 to 84	119
85 and over	44
Less than 65	44

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	54
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	33
Dementia	11
Cancer	38

doctor visit	1225
hospital care	345
inpatient care	345

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2015 - 2021

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

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Paul Palyca, MD treated as a medical oncologist in Allentown, PA were hospital care, inpatient care, blood draw and lab tests.

aspiration	16
blood draw	77
bone marrow tests	34
diagnostic procedures	34
doctor visit	636
hospital care	229
inpatient care	229
lab tests	73

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2015 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Palyca, MD.

**Gender**
Male	113
Female	111

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	1
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	186
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	9
Other	1

**Age**
75 to 84	71
85 and over	25
Less than 65	27
65 to 74	96

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Palyca, MD From 2015 - 2021

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

Hypertension	44
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	5
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	20
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Cancer	22
Dementia	5

Education & Training

Dr. Paul Palyca, MD graduated from UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson Medical in 2009. He completed residency at UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Medical School: UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson Medical (2009)

Residency: UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Affiliated Hospitals (2010)

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

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

Lehigh Valley Physician Group (LVPG)

Lehigh Valley Health Network

LVH Hematology Oncology-1240 Cedar Crest

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Paul Palyca, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.78 out of 5 stars based on 720 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Paul Palyca, 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 Palyca, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
GENZYME CORPORATION	$264 JEVTANA $249	ELITEK $15
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.	$150 OPDIVO $114	ERBITUX $19	ELIQUIS $17
Amgen Inc.	$137 Blincyto $110	Kyprolis $15	Neulasta $12
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation	$79 NON BRAND $28	SANDOSTATIN LAR $20	Exjade $20	RYDAPT $11
Janssen Biotech, Inc.	$76 Erleada $50	ZYTIGA $26
Other	$428 XOSPATA $59	KEYTRUDA $44	Venclexta $35	Pertzye $25	Rituxan $21	Other $244

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$1,057
Education	$77

Research Payments

Dr. Paul Palyca, MD has received 12 research payments totaling $44,265.

Biography

Dr. Paul Palyca works as a general practice, medical oncology, and hematology (blood disorders). Before completing his residency at a hospital affiliated with UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Dr. Palyca attended medical school at UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Dr. Palyca is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Physician Group (LVPG). His practice in Allentown, PA is open to new patients as reported by Lehigh Valley Health Network.