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Dr. Robert B. Doll Jr., MD

(Robert B. Doll, MD)

Specializes in: Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism and General Practice

Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College (1977)

Professional interests include: high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia), type 2 diabetes, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, and more.

1243 S Cedar Crest Boulevard Suite 2800
Allentown, PA 18103

(833) 363-6274

Dr. Robert B. Doll Jr., MD is an endocrinologist in Allentown, PA specializing in endocrinology diabetes & metabolism and general practice. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College in 1977 and has 48 years of experience. Dr. Robert B. Doll Jr., MD is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Physician Group (LVPG), Lehigh Valley Health Network and LVPG Endocrinology-1243 Cedar Crest.

Office Locations

Address:

1243 S Cedar Crest Boulevard Suite 2800
Allentown, PA 18103

Some issues Dr. Robert B. Doll Jr., MD can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

In The News

“Endocrinologists Robert B. Doll, MD and Bankim A. Bhatt, MD of St. Luke's Endocrinology Associates will merge the Allentown and Bethlehem offices to open new office space in Center Valley.The...”—"St. Luke's Endocrinology Associates mergesoffices, offers one new location under St. Luke's Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology", Reading Eagle, November 2008

**Gender**
Male	227
Female	321

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	515
Black	0
Hispanic	17
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	249
From 75 to 84	160
85 and over	54
Less than 65	85

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	61
Dementia	7
Cancer	12

doctor visit	523
hospital care	204
inpatient care	204

**Gender**
Male	184
Female	264

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	424
Black	0
Hispanic	13
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	208
From 75 to 84	124
85 and over	27
Less than 65	89

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	60
Dementia	6
Cancer	13

doctor visit	691
hospital care	242
inpatient care	242

**Gender**
Male	486
Female	718

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1128
Black	0
Hispanic	34
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	584
From 75 to 84	330
85 and over	62
Less than 65	228

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	60
Dementia	6
Cancer	13

doctor visit	591
hospital care	263
inpatient care	263

**Gender**
Male	232
Female	348

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	532
Black	0
Hispanic	25
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	271
From 75 to 84	168
85 and over	33
Less than 65	108

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	60
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

diabetes management	27
doctor visit	734
hospital care	231
inpatient care	231
lab tests	27
preventive care	27

**Gender**
Male	289
Female	422

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	640
Black	0
Hispanic	27
Asian	0
Other	24
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	342
From 75 to 84	201
85 and over	45
Less than 65	123

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	50
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	62
Dementia	7
Cancer	12

diabetes management	66
doctor visit	603
hospital care	84
inpatient care	84
lab tests	66
preventive care	66

**Gender**
Male	233
Female	350

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	535
Black	0
Hispanic	16
Asian	0
Other	14
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	299
From 75 to 84	152
85 and over	38
Less than 65	94

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	61
Dementia	6
Cancer	9

diabetes management	93
doctor visit	766
hospital care	159
inpatient care	159
lab tests	93
preventive care	93

**Gender**
Male	261
Female	387

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	587
Black	0
Hispanic	24
Asian	0
Other	18
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	308
From 75 to 84	183
85 and over	46
Less than 65	111

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	51
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	61
Dementia	8
Cancer	13

diabetes management	79
doctor visit	664
hospital care	111
inpatient care	111
lab tests	79
preventive care	79

**Gender**
Male	239
Female	371

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	559
Black	0
Hispanic	15
Asian	0
Other	20
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	303
From 75 to 84	174
85 and over	39
Less than 65	94

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	50
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	57
Dementia	7
Cancer	11

diabetes management	230
doctor visit	1375
hospital care	205
inpatient care	205
lab tests	230
preventive care	230

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert B. Doll Jr., MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Robert B. Doll Jr., MD treated as an endocrinologist in Allentown, PA were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.

blood draw	18
diabetes management	99
doctor visit	739
hospital care	202
inpatient care	202
lab tests	99
preventive care	99

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert B. Doll Jr., MD.

**Gender**
Male	215
Female	318

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	492
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	17
Other	7

**Age**
85 and over	34
75 to 84	149
Less than 65	93
65 to 74	256

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert B. Doll Jr., MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Robert B. Doll Jr., MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	48
Atrial Fibrillation	11
Dementia	5
Cancer	9

Education & Training

Dr. Robert B. Doll Jr., MD graduated from Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College in 1977. He completed residency at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Medical School: Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College (1977)

Residency: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) (1978)

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Robert B. Doll Jr., MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Lehigh Valley Physician Group (LVPG)

Lehigh Valley Health Network

LVPG Endocrinology-1243 Cedar Crest

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Robert B. Doll Jr., MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.88 out of 5 stars based on 1624 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Robert B. Doll Jr., 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. Robert B. Doll Jr., MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Novo Nordisk Inc	$58,760 Tresiba $23,038	Ozempic $19,772	RYBELSUS $8,705	Victoza $4,926	Xultophy 100/3.6 $1,827	Other $493
Shire North American Group Inc	$3,659 NATPARA $159	$3,500
Lilly USA, LLC	$1,104 TRULICITY $201	JARDIANCE $136	FORTEO $127	HUMULIN $125	GLYXAMBI $67	Other $448
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$951 BYDUREON $407	FARXIGA $327	BYDUREON PEN $66	BYDUREON WEEKLY $51	$100
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc	$439 INVOKANA $149	OneTouch $140	meters $32	$118
Other	$3,519 TANZEUM $238	RECORLEV $220	JANUMET XR $171	GLYXAMBI $166	Omnipod $150	Other $2,574

**Types of Payments**
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$57,782
Food and Beverage	$8,952
Travel and Lodging	$1,615
Education	$83

Biography

Dr. Robert Doll is a specialist in general practice and endocrinology. He attended Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College for medical school and subsequently trained at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) for residency. Dr. Doll's areas of expertise include calcium metabolism disorder, hyperglycemia (high blood sugar), and thyroid cancer. On average, patients gave him a rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). He is professionally affiliated with Lehigh Valley Physician Group (LVPG). Yext reports that Dr. Doll is not accepting new patients.