Dr. Thomas Brandecker, MD | Allentown, PA | Internal Medicine

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Dr. Thomas Brandecker is an internal medicine physician who specializes in geriatric medicine, bringing four decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Baystate Medical Center. His extensive experience spans 40 years of caring for patients across multiple age groups, with particular focus on the healthcare needs of older adults. Dr. Brandecker is fluent in both English and Portuguese.

Dr. Brandecker practices at Lehigh Valley Hospital Cedar Crest and provides care at multiple locations throughout Allentown and Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. He treats patients with high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies, conditions that require careful monitoring and management. His practice also encompasses breast cancer screening and specialized care coordination. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his clinical care and …bedside manner.

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4.3

32 Ratings
40 years of experience
30 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Portuguese
Baystate Medical Center
14 written reviews
2 specialties
13 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations
Male

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Very friendly, takes his time and explains everything. He lisens to your concerns. His staff is awesome, very friendly.

July 19th, 2023

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no waiting, friendly, capable staff. listens well. recommends good doctors for conditions he does not treat.

April 24th, 2021

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Great atmosphere to the practice. Always on time, not stacked up in the waiting room. Listens well which not all doctors do. Believes in following all the proper guidelines so does not over test or run anything unnecessarily which is a practice I also support.

February 25th, 2021

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dr. thomas brandecker is a great dr. He listens to you and trys to help anyway he can. His staff is great also. I would recomend him as your family dr.Very professional in every way

May 12th, 2019

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Dependable and I have great confidence in his directions for my health goals.

July 30th, 2017

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On a Friday made an appointment for same day and was accommodated. This was follow up from hospital emergency situation. Nurse Kim and Dr. Brandecker were outstanding in the concerns, treatment and explaining items to us. We appreciate having them as our family doctor & nurse

October 15th, 2016

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Excellent

December 22nd, 2014

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Nurse Kim did a thorough review of my meds and took bp readings in prep for the Dr. Dr.BRANDECKER performed his usual thorough review of my existingconditions and any changes in them. . Looked over my recent blood sugar readings and suggested a minor lowering of the insulin dosage. Asked if there were any new problems and examined my trigger finger problem and suggested where to seek a solution.and what one might be short of surgery. Experienced extreme courtesy from the entire staff as usual. Felt well pleased with my visit. Office will notify me of next appointment in 4 months. Order provided for prior blood testing. Excellent experience

May 21st, 2014

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always pleasant, they care about their patients, always get good advice

April 29th, 2014

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Exemplary patient care skills. Attentive to patients specialist (Urologist, Dermatologist, Podiatrist and Ophthalmologist.)

April 15th, 2014

Lehigh Valley Hospital Cedar Crest

1200 S Cedar Crest BlvdAllentown, PA 18103

Tel: (610) 402-8000

Lehigh Valley Hospital 17Th Street

1627 Chew StAllentown, PA 18102

Tel: (610) 402-8000

Saint Lukes University Hospital Bethlehem

801 Ostrum StBethlehem, PA 18015

Tel: (484) 526-4000


Dr. Thomas Brandecker, MD	Dr. Adam Adika	Dr. Michael Knolle, DO	Dr. Tuesdae Stainbrook, DO
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (32 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)	4.4 (10 Ratings)
40 Years of Experience	6 Years of Experience	23 Years of Experience	31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Portuguese		Speaks English	Speaks English
Allentown , PA	Philadelphia , PA	Elizabethtown , PA	Du Bois , PA
Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine	Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University	Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: Ohio University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Georgetown University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1986

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Where is Dr. Thomas Brandecker's office located?: Dr. Thomas Brandecker's office is located at 1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Allentown, PA, 18103.
Does Dr. Thomas Brandecker accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Thomas Brandecker has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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What languages does Dr. Thomas Brandecker speak?: Dr. Thomas Brandecker speaks English and Portuguese.
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