Thompson, Brooke, DO in Allentown , PA (2025)

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General Practitioners

• Cryotherapy

• Primary Care

  Rhonda Grieser is a native of southeastern Pennsylvania. She graduated with honors from King’s College Physician Assistant Program, Wilkes-Barre, PA in 1999. While in attendance at King’s College she was a member of Alpha Epsilon Delta (Premedical Honor Society). Dermatology was her chosen clinical elective during PA school and she utilized those skills following graduation when she entered family medicine. She joins ADA with over 17 years experience in primary care.

• Family Practice

  Mrs. Friend is a native of Pottsville, Pennsylvania. She attended DeSales University in Center Valley for both her undergraduate and graduate studies. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Studies, graduating Magna Cum Laude. She then earned her Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies. She had done a 5 week elective rotation at Advanced Dermatology Associates. After graduating she began working full time in family medicine as well as per diem at an urgent care center before joining Advanced Dermatology Associates. She is certified through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and licensed through the State Medical Board of Pennsylvania. She holds membership with the American Academy of Physician Assistants as well as the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants.

• Emergency Care

Internists

• Internal Medicine

  Born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, he graduated summa cum laude from Temple University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in biochemistry. He then received a scholarship to pursue both an M.D. and a Ph.D. in biochemistry and molecular biology from Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Oberlender then spent one year training in internal medicine at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania before starting residency. He has published numerous scientific and clinical articles in several different medical journals and has lectured at various meetings around the country.

Surgeons

• Mohs Surgery

  He is glad to be back to Pennsylvania since the year 2000 to practice dermatology and Mohs surgery ( www.mohscollege.org ). Dr. Oberlender currently resides in the Lehigh Valley with his wife and three daughters.

Plastic Surgeons

• Botox

  Botox® Cosmetic - After years of safe and effective use in the treatment of medical conditions, Botox® is available for the treatment of wrinkles. Botox® can be used in any age group for the treatment of dynamic wrinkles. So, if you have "frown lines", "crow's feet", or "laugh lines", Botox® may be for you. Clearly, Botox® is a valuable adjunct in the rejuvenation of aging skin. Ask our dermatologists if you may be a candidate for Botox®

• Body Contouring

  The objective of cosmetic dermatology is to improve the appearance of skin and hair through the use of physician-approved techniques. Cosmetic procedures and treatments include reduction of facial veins, reversal of the effects of sun damage to skin, lessening facial lines and wrinkles, skin tightening/body contouring, peels, laser hair removal, spider veins and tattoo removal, as well as aesthetic services.

• Laser Resurfacing

  EcoTone - is a gentle, non-invasive laser resurfacing treatment with minimal downtime. This gentle treatment will stimulate skin exfoliation to help lighten and brighten your complexion.

Dermatologists

• Cosmetic Dermatology

  Cosmetic dermatology in the Valley Medspa employs the use of lasers, skin abrasion, chemical peels and radio-frequency-focused equipment. Cosmetic procedures at Advanced Dermatology Associates and Valley Medspa are always under the pre-approval of, and supervision of a medical provider.

• Skin Cancer

  Mohs Micrographic Surgery (Mohs) skin cancer surgery is a specialized form of skin cancer treatment. Formerly only available in large metropolitan centers, Dr. Steven A. Oberlender and Dr. Cynthia L. Bartus perform this state-of-the-art technique in the Allentown office.

• Dermatology

  The Residency & Fellowship Programs are housed at Advanced Dermatology Associates, LTD through Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN). These highly competitive and successful programs provide you with the teaching, training, mentoring and experiences you need to become a successful Mohs surgeon and dermatologist.

• Acne Treatment

• Eczema

• Lesions

  Surgical procedures are also commonly used in dermatology for the removal of skin lesions and cancers, with the most efficacious form of surgery for the removal of certain skin cancers being Mohs Micrographic Surgery (Mohs).

• Chemical Peels

  Chemical Peels - VI peels are a unique blend of 5 acids including Retinoic, Trichloroacetic, Salicylic acid, Phenol and Ascorbic Acids. rather than a single acid peel. Single acid peels are able to address a single skin condition. Blended peels have an ability to not only address the primary concern, but will simultaneously address any secondary skin conditions. Improve skin texture and soften sun-damaged skin. Peels are used to improve skin texture and soften fine lines of sun-damaged skin, provide an overall improvement in pigmentation and improve acne-prone skin.

• Skin Care

• Microdermabrasion

  Microdermabrasion - Is a particle skin resurfacing technique system combining the polishing action of laser-cut diamond crystals with the action of a vacuum for a customized exfoliation treatment and the feeling of a deep cleansing. The laser-cut diamond crystal tip abrades the skin, removing the top layer of skin as the microdermabrasion machine gently vacuums the loose dead skin cells away from the face, leaving the skin with an immediate smoothing of the outer skin surface. This is a “lunchtime” procedure with little or no recovery time. A series of microdermabrasion treatments will help various skin irregularities, including sallow complexion, blackheads, acne and oily prone skin and the softening of acne scars.

• Psoriasis

  PUVA is an excellent skin care treatment for patients with chronic, stubborn conditions such as psoriasis, vitiligo and eczema.