Ronald S. Freudenberger, MD, MBA
Physician in Chief, Heart and Vascular Institute
Cardiology, Heart Failure
LVPG Cliniciani
Overview
Area of focus i
- Heart Failure
Languages spoken
- English
Affiliated with
About
Philosophy of care
I care for my patients’ physical and emotional needs. As a cardiologist, I sometimes care for patients for 10 to 15 years. I get close to them, and they become part of my family. When I meet new patients, I like to learn what kind of person they are. I like to laugh with them and encourage them to share personal stories. It helps them relax and breaks down barriers that can prevent me from providing the best care.
Why I entered medicine
My grandfather, Rudolph, was a physician. In 1938, he fled Nazi Germany and came to New York City, where he cared for the immigrant population in Washington Heights. He passed away before I was born, but his legend lived on. He is my inspiration.
Personal interests
In my free time, I enjoy being at home with my family. We like to watch movies together. I also enjoy reading because I’m on a constant quest for knowledge. I am currently attending graduate school where I’m learning about management and financial responsibility. We’re constantly investing in technology at LVHN, and I want to have the education to help our health network make the wisest investments.
Education
Undergraduate
Touro College, BS - Biology, 1985
Medical Training
SUNY Upstate Medical University College of Medicine, MD - Doctor of Medicine, 1989
Training
Residency 1990
Internal Medicine, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick, NJ
Residency 1991
Internal Medicine, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick, NJ
Residency 1992
Internal Medicine, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick, NJ
Residency 1993
Chief Resident, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick, NJ
Fellowship 1994
Cardiovascular Disease, Mt. Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY
Fellowship 1995
Cardiovascular Disease, Mt. Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY
Fellowship 1996
Cardiovascular Disease, Mt. Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease
Publications & Clinical Trials
1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd
Suite 300
Allentown, PA 18103-6381
United States
Conditions Treated
- AFib (Atrial Fibrillation)
- Angina and Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Stenosis
- Aortic Valve Disease
- Arrhythmia (Irregular Heartbeat)
- Atherosclerosis (blocked arteries)
- Atrial Flutter (AFlutter)
- Atrial Septal Defect (ASD, hole in heart)
- Bicuspid Aortic Valve Disease
- Cardiac Care Team
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Cardiomegaly (Enlarged Heart)
- Cardiomyopathy (Heart Muscle Disease)
- AFib (Atrial Fibrillation)
- Angina and Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Stenosis
- Aortic Valve Disease
- Arrhythmia (Irregular Heartbeat)
- Atherosclerosis (blocked arteries)
- Atrial Flutter (AFlutter)
- Atrial Septal Defect (ASD, hole in heart)
- Bicuspid Aortic Valve Disease
- Cardiac Care Team
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Cardiomegaly (Enlarged Heart)
- Cardiomyopathy (Heart Muscle Disease)
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Dizziness
- Edema
- Endocarditis
- Family History of Sudden Death
- Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
- Heart Block
- Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia (High Cholesterol)
- Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- Hypertensive Heart and Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
- Hypotension (Low Blood Pressure)
- Increased Blood Supply to Heart
- Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
- Mitral Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Prolapse
- Myocarditis
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Septal Defect
- Shortness of Breath
- Syncope
- Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm (TAA)
- Tricuspid Valve Disease
- Valve Disease
- Vascular Disease
Services Offered
- Blood Pressure Control
- Cardio-Oncology
- Cardiology
- Critical Care Medicine
- Heart Institute Programs
- Heart Institute Support Services
- Impella Device
- Initiation of Anticoagulation, Management of Chronic Anticoagulation, Peri-Operative Bridging Education
- Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD)
- Advanced Heart Failure/Mechanical Circulatory Support Program
- Mechanical Ventilation
- Preventive Care
- Second Opinion for Heart or Lung Issues
- Tilt Testing or Cardiac Event Monitors
- Heart Transplant
- Blood Pressure Control
- Cardio-Oncology
- Cardiology
- Critical Care Medicine
- Heart Institute Programs
- Heart Institute Support Services
- Impella Device
- Initiation of Anticoagulation, Management of Chronic Anticoagulation, Peri-Operative Bridging Education
- Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD)
- Advanced Heart Failure/Mechanical Circulatory Support Program
- Mechanical Ventilation
- Preventive Care
- Second Opinion for Heart or Lung Issues
- Tilt Testing or Cardiac Event Monitors
- Heart Transplant
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