Ronald S. Freudenberger, MD, MBA

Physician in Chief, Heart Institute

Cardiology, Heart Failure

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Lehigh Valley Physician Group

Specialties
Cardiology
Heart Failure
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Heart Failure
LVHN Affiliates
Lehigh Valley Heart and Vascular Institute
Languages spoken
English

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About Dr. Freudenberger

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

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