Thomas G. Brandecker, Internist
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Thomas G. Brandecker

Internist

6225 Vista Terrace Orefield Pennsylvania, 18069
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About

Dr. Thomas Brandecker is an internist practicing in Orefield, Pennsylvania. Dr. Brandecker specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Brandecker provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.

Education and Training

Georgetown Univeristy

Board Certification

American Board of Internal Medicine- Internal Medicine

Geriatric Medicine

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 39 years of experience

Areas of expertise and specialization

Internal medicine

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Mentor, Residency Program, Lehigh Valley Hospital, 1991-2013 -
  • Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine, Penn State College of Medicine, 1995-2012 -

Awards

  • Top Doctor in Geriatric Medicine, US News and World Report, 2011   
  • Castle Connolly Top Doctors, 2009-2013   
  • Outstanding Teach Award, Lehigh Valley, 2011   

Internships

  • Baystate Medical Center

Professional Society Memberships

  • American College of Physicians, Pennsylvania Medical Society

Articles and Publications

  • Article in PSIM Reports, 1996
  • Article in the Morning Times, 1990

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Enjoyment and Passion for Patient Care

Hobbies / Sports

  • Golfing, Soccer, Hiking Reading

Favorite professional publications

  • New England Journal of Medicine

Thomas G. Brandecker's Practice location

6225 Vista Terrace -
Orefield, Pennsylvania 18069
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1503 CEDAR CREST BOULEVARD ALLENTOWN PA 18104

Head southeast on Vista Terrace 264 ft
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LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITALl

1200 SOUTH CEDAR CREST BOULVARD ALLENTOWN PA 18105

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421 CHEW STREET ALLENTOWN PA 18102

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