New York College students study and train with a faculty whose members are intimately involved in many facets of the College. For example, they may chair and work with various committees and develop and revise curriculum. Students benefit from their professional expertise in the classroom as well as from assisting their instructors in the teaching clinics and observing their professional treatment of patients at the Integrative Health Center.

Administration

Lisa E. Pamintuan, J.D. - President, J.D., Wayne State University Law School; BA, Wake Forest University (Full Athletic Scholarship). Vice President of Business Development, New York College of Health Professions; Vice President Corporate Development, Catalyst Intellectual Properties; Sales/Marketing for World Team Tennis Franchise Team, IMG; Law Clerk/researcher International Law, Dykema, Gossett; Tennis Professional, competed on the international tennis circuit including the Wimbledon Championships, the Canadian Open and the U.S. Open; sponsors included Nike, Prince Racquets, Tail Sportswear and Guinness.

Dr. King Cheek, J.D., LL.D., LH.D., Vice President, Academic Affairs, J.D. (Law) University of Chicago; M.A. (Economics) University of Chicago; B.A. (Economics) Bates College; President, Union for Experimenting Colleges and Universities; President, Morgan State College; President, Shaw University. Executive Director - Center for Leadership and Career Development, Vice President and Dean of Graduate Studies, Vice President of Academic Affairs, Special Assistant to President, Co-Director - Joint Center for Communications, Learning and Technology, Professor of Social Sciences (Tenured), New York Institute of Technology. Honorary Degrees: LL.D. University of Maryland ; LL.D. Delaware State College; LL.D. Bates College ; LH.D. Shaw College at Detroit .

Woodson C. Merrell, MD, Certified Acupuncturist, Chief Medical Advisor, Doctorate of Medicine Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons; Chairman and Director of Integrative Medicine at the Continuum Center for Health and Healing, Beth Israel Medical Center and Albert Einstein College of Medicine, N.Y.; Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons; Visiting Professor of Family and Social Medicineat Albert Einstein College of Medicine; Attending Physician, Departments of Medicine, Beth Israel Medical Center and St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital; Certified Physician-Acupuncturist, NY; member of the working group on curricular reform for integrative medicine at Albert Einstein College of Medicine; oversees GME-approved educational programs in integrative medicine training for residents, fellows and community and faculty attending physicians, as well as a post-graduate fellowship in acupuncture at Beth Israel Medical Center; served as chairman, scientific director, co-developer, presenter and on the advisory boards for many professional medical conferences including: annual Integrative Healthcare Symposium, Nutritional Medicine, Botanical Medicine, Native American Healing Traditions, Tibetan Medicine, the Business of Integrative Medicine and Models of Healthcare; served as Chairman of New York State's Board of Acupuncture, and since 1995 has been a Board Member of New York State's Office of Professional Medical Conduct as an expert in integrative medicine; served on the Executive, Steering and Policy Committees of the National Consortium of Academic Health Centers for Integrative Medicine (an organization comprising 35% of the nation's medical schools including Harvard, Duke, Penn, Columbia, UCLA, Michigan, Einstein, Arizona, UCSF, Duke, Maryland, and Georgetown); has testified on integrative medicine to both Houses of Congress, as well as New York City and State agencies; has lectured extensively to both consumer and professional groups on integrative medicine and the nature of healing and wellness; has been a consultant to many hospitals, medical centers and medical schools to help increase their integrative approach to healthcare; is a frequent guest for all major media both regionally and nationally, including CBS Morning Show, CNN, MSNBC, WABC, the View, NPR, WBAI, Sirius, Time, Forbes, Barrons, Leaders, W, Elle, Self, O, Huffington Post, Psychology Today.com, ABC NewsNow.com, NY Times, Wall Street Journal, LA Times, NY Post, and the NY Daily News;co-authored with his wife, health science writer Kathleen Merrell, the book "The Source: Unleash Your Natural Energy, Power Up Your Health, and Feel Ten Years Younger"; has been a contributing author and editor to many consumer and professional books on integrative approaches to health and wellness. 

Marion Spector, Chief Nursing Advisor, R.N., M.S., B.S.N., APRN, BC Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Hunter College (CUNY); Master of Science in Nursing, Hunter College (CUNY); Registered Nurse, New York; Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Board Certified; Clinical Instructor (Med/Surg), Staff Development, Bellevue Hospital Center; Clinical Specialist Medical Surgical Nursing, American Nurses Credentialing Center; Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider; Editorial Advisory Board, The American Journal of Nursing; Former Board Member NY State Nurses Association, Member, American Association of Critical Care Nurses, Former President, founding member, NYC Chapter of Pain Management Nurses (ASPMN), Member, American Society of Pain Management Nurses, Member, American Society of Perianesthesia Nurses; Delegate, NYSNA Delegate Assembly, Delegate, United American Nurses; Delegate, American Nurses Association House of Delegates; Vice-Chairperson, NYSNA Council of Nursing Practitioners; Former Chairperson, Executive Council, NYC/Health and Hospitals Corporation Nurses; Nursing Continuing Education Coordinator, NYSNA Provider Unit Activities, Bellevue Hospital Center, Member; NYC CE Regional Review Team, NYSNA; NYSNA Membership Award, Amanda Silver Distinguished Service Award (NYCRA; District 13), Professional Achievement Recognition Award (Bellevue Hospital Center), NYSNA Leadership Fellow, Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society, Member, Nutrition Committee, BHC, Former Negotiating Team Member, NYC/ Health and Hospitals Corporation.

Barbara E. Carver, B.S. - Senior Vice President Marketing, Communications and Business Operations, BS (Mathematics), Ohio University; Market Research Director, Dunkin' Donuts of America; Manager, Corporate Concept Development, The Gillette Company; Senior Brand Management, Deodorants/Anti-Perspirants, Shave Cream, New Products, Personal Care Division The Gillette Company; Marketing Director, Fragrances and New Products, Charles of the Ritz, Inc. division of Bristol-Myers Squibb Corporation; Vice President Business Development, Charles of the Ritz, Inc. division of Bristol-Myers Squibb Corporation; President, Partner, Scentronic Industries Inc.

Mohammad Hashemipour, MD, Ph.D. Acting Dean, Academic Affairs, Doctorate of Medicine, Zanjan University, Iran; Ph.D. (Chinese Medicine), Beijing University of Chinese Medicine; Passed US Medical License (USMLEStep-2); Clinical Research on Cardiovascular Diseases, Donghzhimen Hospital, Beijing University; Assistant Professor and Clinical Instructor Western Medicine and Chinese Medicine (in English), Beijing University of Chinese Medicine; Instructor of Chinese Bodywork (TuiNa), Sports Medicine Federation of Iran; Integrative Medicine Doctor, Olympic Village Asian Olympic Games 2010, China; Medical Doctor, Beijing Olympic Games 2008; Editor of Text Book in English “Chinese Medicine Diagnostics”; Permanent Medical License, Health Ministry, Iran; Executive Council Member of Specialty Committee of Sub-Health and Fellow on Council of Pediatrics of the World Federation of Chinese Medicine Society. 

A Li Song, M.D. (People's Republic of China), L.Ac. (NY), Dean, Graduate School of Oriental Medicine, Dean, People's Republic of China Affairs, M.D., Henan Medical University, People's Republic of China; over twenty years experience in the diagnosis and treatment of disease with Traditional Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture and Massage Therapy; taught Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture for over nine years in China; Director of the Luo Yang Medical Health Center, Luo Yang, China; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.

Claire L. Casseus, D.P.H., M.P.H., M.S., B.S., Acting Dean, School of Massage Therapy, New York City, Doctorate of Public Health, Teachers College, Columbia University ; Master of Public Health, Teachers College, Columbia University ; Master of Science, Long Island University ; Bachelor of Science, Saint Joseph College ; Assistant Professor of Health Science, Queensborough Community College ; Instructor and Educational Consultant, Edulife Services Training Center ; Instructor of Health Science, Downstate University Hospital ; Certified High School French Teacher.

Yun Li, M.D. (People's Republic of China ), L.Ac. (NY), Diplomate Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine (NCCAOM), Chair, Oriental Sciences and Acupuncture, M.D. in Traditional Chinese Medicine from Hebei Medical University (People's Republic of China); M.S. in Traditional Chinese Medicine from China Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine (People's Republic of China); Associate Professor, China Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine (People's Republic of China); Vice Chief-Editor, Encyclopedia Publishing House of China; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.

Yuguang Jiang, Ph.D. O.M.D., Master O.M.D., O.M.D. (People’s Republic of China), Chair, Herbology, Ph.D. O.M.D. (Combination of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western Medicine Oncology), China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, China; Master O.M.D. (Fundamental Research of Traditional Chinese Medicine), O.M.D. ( Clinical TCM), Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, China; Herbal Research, Yale University Pharmacology Department; TCM Oncologist/Physician, Guang’anmen Hospital of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences.

Joseph Sing Cheung, M.A., B.A., Director, Physical Arts, Master of Arts (East Asian Studies), Bachelor of Arts - Cum Laude (Asian Studies), St. John's University; Advanced Level 8 Senior Instructor Certificate, Wing Hong Yip Dragon Style Kung Fu School; 6th Degree Black Belt Master Instructor Certificate, Kukkiwon - World Taekwondo Headquarters; 5th Degree Black Belt Instructor Certificate, Chinese Swai Jiao Association; 3rd Degree Black Belt Instructor Certificate, World Tang Soo Do Association; National Referee Certificate, United States Chinese Kuoshu (Kung Fu) Federation; Class D-3 Referee Certificate, United States Taekwondo Union; Class R-D Referee Certificate, National AAU Taekwondo & Junior Olympic Taekwondo Program; 1996 AAU Taekwondo National Championships Bronze Medalist in Sparring; 1995 U.S.A. Wushu-Kung Fu Federation Northeast Regionals Full Contact Sanshou Fighting Gold Medal Champion and National Championships 2X Silver Medalist in Sanshou and Shuai Chiao; 1995 United States Chinese Kuoshu Championships, 3rd Place in Full Contact Lei Tai Fighting; 1992 United States Chinese Kuoshu Championships, 1st Place in Advanced Short Weapons, 2nd Place in Advanced Southern Forms, 3rd Place in Full Contact Lei Tai Fighting; Certificate of Completion - Clinical Observation & Discussion Program, International Studies of Oriental Medicine, Kyung Hee University, Seoul, Korea; Certificate of Participation - The Ancient Art of Tai Chi Chuan for the Medical Rehabilitation Setting, Dr. Tingsen Xu, The Heaven & Earth Center & Mt. Sinai Medical Center; Certificate of Achievement - Gold Key for Scholastic Excellence in Asian Studies, St. John's University; Certificate of Achievement in Chinese Culture, Feng Chia University, Taichung, Taiwan.

DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATORS

Errol G. Virasawmi, B.S., ATP, Chief Financial Officer, Bachelor of Science (Business Administration) Kensington University; Accredited Tax Preparer, National Society of Accountants; Comptroller, Twistex/Brentwood Yarn Mills; Treasurer, Suffolk County Citizen’s Police Academy Alumni Association.

Evelyn Lopez, M.S., B.A., A.B., Registrar, Master of Science (Urban and Multicultural Education), Bachelor of Arts(Business), Associate of Business, College of Mount Saint Vincent; Coordinator of Graduate Education Program, Adjunct Instructor for Interpersonal Relations and Multicultural Diversity in the Classroom and Workforce, Associate Registrar, College of Mount Saint Vincent.

Jacqueline McIntyre, B.S., Bursar, Bachelor of Science (Business Administration) New York Institute of Technology; Manager of Student Accounts, Vaughn College of Aeronautics & Technology; Bursar Administrator/District Advisor, Ultrasound Diagnostic School; Financial Aid Officer, New York Institute of Technology.

Ashraf R. Mourad, MSED, B.A., Director of Financial Aid, Master of Science (Higher Education Administration), Baruch College CUNY; Bachelor of Arts (Political Science), Fordham University; Director of Financial Aid Dover Business College, Healthcare Training Institute, Art Institute of New York; Financial Aid Officer, Marymount Manhattan College, Art Institute of New York, Fashion Institute of Technology.

Mary Rodas, Associate Director of Admissions, President, Catalyst Toys; Vice President, A&R, Deco Disc Industries, Inc.; Producer, “Magic on Broadway”; Recipient: 1999 Latina “Young Entrepreneur” Latina Excellence Award; NV Magazine new Vision in Business Award; named one of “20 Under 30” Working Woman Magazine; named one of “40 Under Forty” Crains New York Business; original inductee into “Hispanic American Hall of Fame”; National Youth Chairperson for the March of Dimes; “Outstanding Latino Image” award New Jersey Network; “Las Primeras” award MANA a National Latina Organization; “Woman of Distinction” Girl Scout Council of Greater New York; Certificate of Appreciation The City of New York; Exemplary Role Model award State of Iowa; Youth of the Year Waterloo Iowa; Keynote Speaker: International Franchise Association; American Women Economic Conference.

Sue Rosenman, M.A., B.A., Director of Student Services, Master of Arts (Counseling and Student Development), Hunter College; Bachelor of Arts (Psychology), Lehman College; Academic Advisor, Placement Counselor, Career Counselor, Hunter College; College Counselor and Director of Education Services, Five Towns College; Consultant, North Shore/Long Island Jewish Hospital Center for Learning and Innovation; Board Certified Counselor and Career Counselor; Licensed Mental Health Counselor, New York State.

DISTINGUISHED ASSOCIATES

Michael Balboni, Government Solutions Head, Cardinal Point Strategies, Former New York State Deputy Secretary for Public Safety, former New York State Senator from the 7th Senate District in Nassau County, Long Island (1997 - 2006) and before that served eight years in the State Assembly; chaired the Senate Committee on Veterans, Homeland Security and Military Affairs; also served on the standing Senate committees on Aging, Environmental Conservation, Higher Education, Insurance, Judiciary and Labor; earned his Juris Doctor from St. John's University School of Law; was counsel to former Senator John R. Dunne and the New York State Senate Judiciary Committee and counsel to the deputy majority leader of the Senate; was appointed Deputy County Attorney in Nassau County; has authored several Law Review articles and is an adjunct professor of political science at Adelphi University.

Robert Duarte, M.D., Certified Acupuncturist, Doctorate of Medicine Ponce School of Medicine; Associate Attending in Neurology; Long Island Jewish Medical Center; Director, Long Island Jewish Medical Center Pain & Headache Treatment Center; Medical Director; Tansitions of Long Island Rehabalitation for Head Injury; Pain Clinic Coordinator; Board Certified in Pain Management; Board Certified Neurologist; Certified Medical Acupuncturist; Assistant Professor of Neurology, Albert Einstein College of Medicine; American Pain Society; International Association for the Study of Pain; American Headache Society; American Academy of Neurology; Advisory Board Member; Glaxo-Smith Kline, Merck, Astra-Zeneca and Janssen.

Richard Karpinski, M.D. Doctorate of Medicine Harvard Medical School; surgical residencies Boston City Hospital, New England Deaconess Hospital and New York University Medical Center, Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery; served as Chief, General Surgery Service and a Major in USAF; Board Certified in Plastic Surgery and General Surgery; Fellow of American College of Surgeons; member American Society of Plastic Surgeons, New York County Medical Society, Medical Society of the State of New York; affiliated with St. Lukes/Roosevelt Hospital; faculty appointments - Teaching Fellow and Instructor in Anatomy, Harvard University, Tutor in Surgery, University of Aberdeen, Scotland, Clinical Fellow in Surgery, Harvard University, Clinical Instructor in Surgery, Creighton University, Clinical Instructor in Plastic Surgery, New York University, Instructor in Plastic Surgery, Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons, Assistant Clinical Professor, Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons; committee memberships - New York County Medical Society, St. Lukes/Roosevelt Hospital; member Board of Directors, Medical Liability Mutual Insurance Co.; papers - "MISAR: A Miniature Information Storage and Retrieval System" and "A Prospective Trial Comparing Biobrane, Duoderm and Xeroform for Skin Graft Donor Sites"; book chapter - "Surgical Treatment of Axillary Hyperhidrosis"; presentations - "Facial Embryology", "Flap Operation for Medical Patients", "Limb Salvage:microsurgery", "Breast Reconstruction", Surgical treatment of Decubitus Ulcers", "An Approach to Treating Wounds", "Axillary Hyperhidrosis: Treatment by Excision or by Suction Adenectomy", and "How to Make a Skin Graft Fail".

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Faculty

Ingrid Amato, A.O.S., LMT (NY)
Asian Technique, Western Technique
Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Jonathan Amdur, D.C., B.A.
Health Science
Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College; Bachelor of Arts (Biology), University of Delaware; Assistant Adjunct Professor, Biology, Hofstra University; Lecturer, volunteer and community service worker; Licensed Chiropractor, New York State.

Linda Bardekoff, B.A., A.A.S., R.N., C.N.A.T., H.N.C.
Asian Technique, Oriental Science, Western Technique
Bachelor of Arts (Community Health), Queens College; Associate in Applied Science (Nursing), Queensborough Community College; Nationally Certified Reflexologist, Certified Holistic Nurse, Certified Nurse Amma Therapist; Licensed Registered Nurse, New York State.

Gerald Basile, A.O.S., LMT (NY)
Western Technique
Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College for Wholistic Health Education and Research; Certification, Trigger Point Therapy, Sports Massage; First Aid/CPR Certified, American Red Cross; Member, American Massage Therapy Association; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Jason Beickert, A.O.S., LMT (NY)
Asian Technique
Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Leslie Louard-Brown, A.O.S., LMT (NY)
Western Technique
Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy); New York College of Wholistic Health Education and Research; Hospital Massage Program Volunteer, Beth Israel Medical Center, Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Martin Brownstein, B.A., A.O.S., LMT (NY)
Asian Technique, Oriental Science, Western Technique
Bachelor of Arts (Philosophy), CCNY; Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; National Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, NCBTMB; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Robert Chapman, D.C., B.S.
Health Science
Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College; Bachelor of Science, New York University; Chiropractic Sports Physician Certification Program; Diplomate Program in Chiropractic Orthopedics; Licensed Chiropractor, New York State.

Linda Chavez, A.O.S., LMT (NY)
Asian Technique, Western Technique
Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy); New York College of Health Professions; Certified Yoga Instructor; Professional Member of the Medical Massage Therapy Institute; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Cheyu Chen, B.P.S./M.S., B.B.A., L.Ac. (NY)
Diplomate Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology
Acupuncture, Manager of Herbal Dispensary
Master of Science (Oriental Medicine), Bachelor of Professional Studies (Health Sciences), New York College of Health Professions; Bachelor of Business Administration, Sung Kyun Kwan University, Korea; Manager of Herbal Dispensary, New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.

Decheng Chen, Ph.D., M.S., B.S., L.Ac. (NY)
Acupuncture
Ph.D. (Acupuncture Medicine), Nanjing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, China; M.S. (Acupuncture), B.S. (Chinese Medicine), Changchun College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, China; Clinical Practice, Daliyaji Central Hospital, Russia; Faculty, Clinical Practice and Director of Research Dept., Institute of Acupuncture and Massage, Academy of TCM and Materia Medica, China; Faculty and Clinical Practice, Pyramids Hospital, Egypt; Institute of Acupuncture and Moxibustion of China Academy of TCM, China; Pure Chinese Medical Center, Dubai, UAE, and Florida Institute of TCM; License Acupuncturist, New York State.

Mei-Hua Chen, B.P.S./M.S.-OM, M.P.H., M.S., B.S., R.D., C.D.N., D.N.S.D., C.D.E., C.S.P.
Oriental Science
Master of Science (Oriental Medicine), Bachelor of Professional Studies (Health Science), New York College of Health Professions; Master in Public Health (Environmental Health Sciences), Columbia University, Mailman School of Public Health; M.S. (Human Nutrition), Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons, Institute of Human Nutrition; Bachelor of Science (Food and Nutrition), Chinese Cultural University; New York State Certified Nutritionist-Dietician (CN-D); American Dietetic Association, Registered Dietician (R.D.); American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition, Certified Nutrition Support Dietician (C.N.S.D.); American Association of Diabetes Educators, Certified Diabetes Educators (C.D.E.); American Dietetic Association, Board Certified as Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition (C.S.P.); Louisiana State Nurses Association, Certified as Infusion Specialist.

Master James Man Chin
Physical Arts
Chinese Swai Jiao Kung Fu Instructor personally trained and certified by Grand Master Jeng, Hsing Ping; trained and authorized by Master Nelson Tsou, Yen Kai in Traditional Northern Shao-Lin Long Fist Kung Fu; studied various styles of T’ai Chi CVhuan and Qi Gong including Yang 24 Movement Form, Chen Style Old Frame and Cheng, Man-Ching’s 37 Posture Form; National Advisor, District Chairman and a National Executive Board Member for the AAU Chinese Martial Arts Division; Instructor at Fort Totten USAF Base and Austin, TX Police Academy.

MaryAnn Chirichella, B.S., A.S., LMT (NY)
Asian Technique, Oriental Science, Western Technique
Bachelor of Science (Interdisciplinary Studies in Holistic Health), State University of New York Empire State College; Associate in Science – Summa Cum Laude, Nassau Community College, NY; Massage Therapy Diploma, Swedish Institute of Massage, NY; Member, American Massage Therapy Association; Member, American Reflexology Certification Board; Member, Nassau Association for Continuing Community Education; Nationally Certified Reflexologist, Member, American Reflexology Certification Board; Certified Chi Kung Practitioner; Trained Tai Chi Instructor; Reiki – Levels I, II and Master/Teacher Certification; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Robin Choi, B.P.S./M.S., L.Ac. (NY)
Diplomate Acupuncture & Chinese Herbology (NCCAOM)
Acupuncture, Oriental Science
Master of Science (Oriental Medicine), Bachelor of Professional Studies (Health Science), New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.

Deena Collins, A.O.S., A.S., CYI, LMT (NY)
Physical Arts
Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), Certified Yoga Instructor, New York College of Health Professions; Associate of Science (Textile Design), Fashion Institute of Technology; Teacher of Stress Management classes for local business and associations; Teacher of Meditation and Relaxation Techniques; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Denise Collins, A.O.S., LMT (NY)
Asian Technique
Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Denise Cooke, M.S., B.S., A.O.S., RN, LMT (NY)
Western Technique
Master of Science (Secondary Education), Dowling College; Bachelor of Science (Nursing), College of Mount St.Vincent; Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Nursing Instructor, Western Suffolk BOCES; Secondary School Teacher in Sciences, Bay Shore High School and West Babylon Jr. and Sr. High Schools; Massage Therapist for out-patients at NYU Clinical Cancer Center and Integrative Medicine Service at MSKCC; Certified Teacher of Secondary Science, Licensed Registered Nurse and Massage Therapist, State of New York.

Maria J. Cortese, B.S.W., A.A.S., A.O.S., LMT (NY)
Asian Technique, Western Technique
Bachelor of Social Work, Adelphi University, Associate Degree (Social Welfare and Communication), Nassau Community College; Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Thomas D’Amico, A.O.S.
Physical Arts
Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Graduate of New York City Police Academy; 8th Level Sr. Instructor of Fut Sao Wing Chun; 4th Dan Chi Kuen Do; 4th Dan Okinawan Goju Ryu; 2nd Dan USA Goju Ryu; Professional full contact karate fighter and kick boxer.

Lisa M. DeVine, B.S., CYI
Physical Arts
Bachelor of Science (Marketing), C.W. Post Long Island University; Certified Yoga Instructor, New York College of Health Professions.

Anthony DiCarlo, A.O.S., LMT (NY)
Western Technique, Physical Arts
Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Lisa Fasano, B.A., A.O.S., LMT (NY)
Asian Technique, Physical Arts, Western Technique
Bachelor of Arts (Psychology), Long Island University; Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Certified Yoga Instructor; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Marcia Fishkin, B.P.S./M.S. OM, M.S. Family Nursing, M.S. Economics, B.S., A.O.S., C.N.S., C.N.A.T., RN, LMT (NY)
Holistic Nursing
Master of Science (Oriental Medicine), Bachelor of Professional Studies (Health Science), New York College of Health Professions; Master of Science (Family Health Nursing), Clinical Nurse Specialist, Mercy College, NY; Master of Science (Economics), Universidad Central Del Ecuador; Bachelor of Science, Nursing, College of New Rochelle, NY; Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Certified Nurse Amma Therapist, New York College of Health Professions, NY; Holistic Nurse Practitioner with Wholistic Nurse Practitioner Associates, NY; Registered Nurse and Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Fay Fletcher, B.P.S./M.S., A.O.S., LMT (NY)
Western Technique
Master of Science (Acupuncture), Bachelor of Professional Studies (Health Sciences), Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Patrick D. Frisella, MD, B.S.
Health Science
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, New York College of Osteopathic Medicine; Bachelor of Science, Adelphi University; Empire Clinical Research Investigator Program Fellowship, Nassau University Medical Center; Licensed Medical Doctor, New York State.

Xu Ping Fu, M.B./B.S., (People’s Republic of China), M.A., M.S. L.Ac. (NY, CA)
Diplomate Acupuncture (NCCAOM)
Acupuncture, Oriental Science
Bachelor of Arts (English Literature), Chongqing Teachers College, People’s Republic of China; Master of Arts (Sociology), New York University; Master of Science (Traditional Chinese Medicine), Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Science, Oakland, CA; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State and California.

Yuan Geng, MD (People’s Republic of China), L.Ac (NY)
Diplomate Acupuncture & Chinese Herbology (NCCAOM)
Oriental Science
Doctor of Medicine, Yong Ji Medical University, China; Fellowship in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from National Medical Master Professor He Puren; Medical Doctor, Beijing Xuanwu District Guangwai Hospital; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.

Farooq Ghouri, MBBS (Doctor of Medicine - Pakistan), M.P.H.
Health Science
MBBS, Doctor of Medicine, Dow Medical College, University of Karachi, Pakistan; Master of Public Health, Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, University of Oklahoma; Advanced Epidemiologist, Kansas Dept. of Health and Environment; Research Associate/Epidemiologist, University of Southern Maine/Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention; Physician Volunteer Assistant in Clinical Trial, Detroit Medical Center, Wayne State University; Adjunct Faculty, Highland Community College, KS, Kaplan University, ME, University of Southern Maine.

Katherine Gold, MD, B.S.
Health Science
Doctorate of Medicine, St. George’s University School of Medicine; Bachelor of Science (Biology) Long Island University; Licensed Medical Doctor, New York State.

Eoin Gregory, D.C., B.A.
Health Science
Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College; Bachelor of Arts (Psychology), California State University; Licensed Chiropractor, New York State and Pennsylvania.

Mark Gresser, D.P.M., B.S., B.A
Health Science
Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, New York College of Podiatric Medicine; Bachelor of Science (Biology), State University of New York at Stony Brook; Bachelor of Art (Psychology), State University of New York at Stony Brook; Licensed Podiatrist, New York State.

Lawrence Howard, M.S., B.A., L.Ac. (NY)
Diplomate Acupuncture (NCCAOM)
Acupuncture
Master of Science (Acupuncture), Pacific College of Oriental Medicine; Bachelor of Arts (Experimental Psychology and Studio Art), Brooklyn College; Originator and teacher of “Energetic Acupuncture” an integration of Qi Gong and Traditional Chinese Acupuncture; Subject Matter Expert for Acupuncture for NCCAOM Exam Development Committee; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.

Patricia Huber, A.O.S., LMT (NY)
Asian Technique, Western Technique
Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Certified Reflexologist, Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Erin Hurme, M.S., A.O.S., LMT (NY, TN), L.Ac. (NY, TN)
Diplomate Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)
Acupuncture
Master of Science (Oriental Medicine), Pacific College of Oriental Medicine; Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Adjunct Instructor, Pacific College of Oriental Medicine; Acupuncturist and Massage Therapist for NFL teams Tennessee Titans and New York Jets; Certified Medical Massage Therapist, Sloan Kettering Medical Center; Licensed Massage Therapist and Acupuncturist, New York State and Tennessee.

Richard S. Keohane, Sr., D.P.T., M.S., B.S., P.T.
Health Science
Doctorate in Physical Therapy, Long Island University; Master of Science in Physical Therapy, Long Island University; Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, Quinnipiac University; Licensed Physical Therapist, New York State.

Carl Chul-Hoi Kim, B.P.S./M.S., L.Ac. (NY)
Acupuncture
Master of Science (Oriental Medicine), Bachelor of Professional Studies (Health Science), New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.

Jerelyn Kirby, B.P.S./M.S., B.S., A.O.S., LMT (NY), C.A.T, L.Ac. (NY)
Asian Technique, Oriental Science, Western Technique
Master of Science (Acupuncture), Bachelor of Professional Studies (Advanced Amma Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Bachelor of Science, Adelphi University; Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Certified in Pregnancy Massage; Postgraduate studies in Cancer Massage; Licensed Massage Therapist and Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.

Yelena Kozlyansky, D.C., A.O.S.
Health Science
Doctor of Chiropractic, Palmer College of Chiropractic, IA; Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Wholistic Health Education and Research; Member NY Chiropractic Council, World Chiropractic Alliance; Licensed Chiropractor, New York State.

Charles Lee, B.P.S., A.O.S., LMT (NY)
Asian Technique, Western Technique
Bachelor of Professional Studies (Advanced Amma Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Member, International Massage Association, Amma Therapy Organization; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Robert Lee, B.P.S./M.S., B.S., L.Ac. (NY), RRT-NPS, LMT (NY)
Oriental Science
Master of Science (Oriental Medicine), Bachelors of Professional Studies (Health Science), New York College of Health Professions; Bachelor of Science (Respiratory Care), State University at Stonybrook; Certificate in Massage Therapy, New Wave Myotherapy Academy, NJ; Respiratory Therapist, Long Island Jewish Medical Center/Schneider Childrens Hospital; Board Member, Acupuncture Society of NY; Secretary, Korean Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine Assoc. of NY; Licensed Acupuncturist and Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Richard Lendino, D.C., B.S., C.C.S.P.
Health Science
Doctorate of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College; Bachelor of Science, SUNY Albany; Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician, New York Chiropractic College; Guest Speaker and author of “The Amazing Body and How It Works” for elementary school; Licensed Chiropractor, New York State.

Elcie Leon, MD (Santa Domingo)
Health Science
Doctorate of Medicine, Autonomy Universidad of Santa Domingo; Pre-Medicine, State University of Haiti; Genetic Disease Research, University of Marseilles, France; Health Science Instructor, Autonomy University (UASD); Clinical Instructor, Caribbean Training Center.

Scott Leslie, D.C., B.S.
Health Science
Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College; Bachelor of Science (Exercise Physiology/Athletic Training), West Virginia University; Licensed Chiropractor, New York State.

Kelly Lizewski, D.C., B.S., LMT (CA), C.P.T.
Health Science, Oriental Science, Western Technique
Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College; Bachelor of Science, New York Institute of Technology; Certified Personal Trainer, International Sports Science Association; Licensed Massage Therapist/Health Educator, National Holistic Institute, CA; Licensed Chiropractor, New York State.

Natalie Lugo, A.O.S., LMT (NY)
Western Technique
Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

William McCaffrey, A.O.S., LMT (NY)
Asian Technique, Western Technique
Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions, Postgraduate education in Reflexology and Deep Tissue Massage; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Thomas J. McLaughlin, D.C., B.P.S./M.S., A.A.S., L.Ac. (NY)
Diplomate Acupuncture (NCCAOM)
Health Science
Doctor of Chiropractic, University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic; Master of Science (Oriental Medicine), Bachelor of Professional Studies (Health Science), New York College of Health Professions; Associate Degree (Applied and Natural Sciences), LaGuardia Community College; Board Certified National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Board of Physiotherapy; Licensed Chiropractor and Acupuncturist, New York State.

James Marino, MD, B.S.
Health Science
Doctorate in Medicine, SUNY Downstate Medical Center; Resident in Diagnostic Radiology, NYU Medical Center; Bachelor of Science (Biology), St. John’s University; Diplomate in Intermediate Italian, University for Foreigners, Italy; Professor Downstate Medical College, St. Vincent’s Midtown Hospital; Adjunct Professor, Mildred-Elley; Licensed Medical Doctor, New York State.

Leonora Melillo, A.O.S., LMT (NY)
Western Technique
Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Thomas Miller, A.O.S., LMT (NY)
Asian Technique, Western Technique
Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College for Wholistic Health, Education, and Research; Member, American Massage Therapy Association, Northeast Organic Farming Association, and United States Coast Guard Auxiliary; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Dean K. Monitto, B.S./M.S., B.S., L.Ac. (NY, FL)
Acupuncture, Oriental Science
Master of Science Traditional Chinese Medicine, Bachelor of Science Medical Studies, Florida College of Integrative Medicine; Bachelor of Science (Education), C.W. Post Long Island University; Clinic Director, Professor, Florida College of Integrative Medicine; Acupuncturist/Alternative Medicine Physician, Universal Studios; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State and Florida.

Kathleen Mulcahy, A.O.S., A.A.S., LMT (NY)
Asian Technique, Western Technique
Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Associate in Applied Science (Fashion Purchasing and Merchandising), Nassau Community College; Member International Massage Association; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Serge Nerli, D.C., M.S.
Health Science
Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College; Master of Science (Human Nutrition), University of Bridgeport; Diplomate of American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians; Adjunct Faculty, New York Chiropractic College, Queens College; Licensed Chiropractor, New York State and Florida.

Stephanie Ann Ninman, B.S., LMT (NY)
Westen Technique
Bachelors of Science (Kinesiology), University of Minnesota; Certificate in Massage Therapy, Minnesota School of Business; Athletic Training coursework, Bethel College; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Tara O’Rourke, B.S., A.O.S., LMT (NY)
Western Technique
Bachelor of Science in Professional and Liberal Studies, Dowling College; Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Christine Panettieri, A.O.S., LMT (NY)
Western Technique
Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Jong Soon (Angela) Park, Ph.D., M.P.H., B.A.
Health Science
Ph.D. (Public Health), Korea University, Korea; Master of Public Health (Healthcare Administration), Korea University, Korea; Bachelor of Arts (Social Welfare), Sohmyook University, Korea; Lecturer KyumgBok College, Korea, Sahm Yook University, Sahm Yook Nursing and Health College, Sahm Yook College, Korea, Shin Heung College, Korea Konyang University, Korea; Visiting Research Scholar Colorado State University, University of Toledo.

Cariann Perretta, D.C., B.A., A.A.S.
Health Science
Doctor of Chiropractic, Life Chiropractic College; Bachelor of Arts, State University of New York at Stonybrook; Associate of Science, Queensborough Community College; Licensed Chiropractor, New York State.

Mark Petruzzi, B.P.S./M.S., A.O.S., LMT (NY), L.Ac. (NY)
Acupuncture, Asian Technique, Oriental Science, Western Technique
Master of Science (Acupuncture), Bachelor of Professional Studies (Health Sciences), New York College of Health Professions; Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College for Wholistic Health Education and Research; Member, New York Society of Medical Massage Therapists, Licensed Massage Therapist and Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.

Donna M. Protter, B.S., A.O.S., R.T., LMT (NY)
Western Technique
Bachelor of Science (Therapeutic Recreation), St. Joseph’s College; Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, South Oaks Hospital; Teacher’s Assistant, Elementary and Middle School; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Andrew F. Pyo, M.S., M.S., B.S.
Diplomate Acupuncture (NCCAOM)
Oriental Science
Master of Science (Acupuncture), New York College of Traditional Chinese Medicine; Master of Science (Church Music), Golden Gate Southern Baptist Seminary; Bachelor of Science (Applied Mathematics), Polytechnic University; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.

Genevieve Reiter, A.A.S., LMT (NY)
Asian Technique, Western Technique
Associate of Applied Science, Fashion Institute of Technology; Diploma in Massage Therapy, New York College for Wholistic Health Education and Research; Member, American Massage Therapy Association; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

W. Brent Reynolds, D.C., D.A.C.N.B., B.S.
Health Science
Doctor of Chiropractic, Parker College of Chiropractic; Bachelor of Science (Physical Therapy), Northeast Louisiana University; Board Certified Chiropractic Neurologist; Founder, Comedy for a Cause, Guest Speaker on Preventative Health; Licensed Chiropractor, New York State.

Mary Beth Riley, B.P.S., A.A.S., RN, C.N.A.T.
Holistic Nursing
Bachelor of Professional Studies (Advanced Amma Therapy), New York College for Wholistic Health Education and Research; Associate in Applied Science (Nursing), Suffolk Community College, NY; Certified Nurse Amma Therapist, New York College of Health Professions; Registered Nurse, New York State.

James M. Shinol, M.S.OM, B.S., B.P.S., L.Ac. (NY, NJ)
Diplomate Acupuncture & Chinese Herbology (NCCAOM)
Acupuncture, Oriental Science
Master of Science (Oriental Medicine), Southwest Acupuncture College, CO; Bachelor of Science (Biology), Albright College, PA; Member, National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM); Member, Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Alliance (AOMA); Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State and New Jersey.

Cameron H. Simons, B.A.
Physical Arts
Bachelor of Arts (History), Hampton University; Certified T’ai Chi Instructor; Certified Reiki Instructor.

Anne Stevens, M.A., B.A., A.O.S., LMT (NY)
Asian Technique, Oriental Science, Western Technique
Master of Arts in TESOL (The Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages); SUNY, Stony Brook; Bachelor of Arts (French), SUNY, Albany; Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Lizel Stover, B.P.S./M.S., A.A., L.Ac. (NY)
Acupuncture, Oriental Science
Master of Science (Acupuncture), Bachelor of Professional Studies (Health Sciences), New York College of Health Professions; Associate in Arts (Liberal Studies), Suffolk Community College; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.

Zhenjiang Sun, B.P.S./M.S., B.A., L.Ac. (NY)
Acupuncture
Master of Science (Acupuncture), Bachelors of Professional Studies (Health Science), New York College of Health Professions; Bachelors of Science (Medicine), Xinjiang Medical College, Xinjiang, People’s Republic of China; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.

Michael Szap, Pharm.D., M.S., B.S.
Health Science
Doctor of Pharmacy, Broadmore University College of Pharmacy; Master of Science (Biochemistry-Education), Long Island University; Bachelor of Science (Biology, Pharmacology), Long Island University; Graduate Diploma in Pharmacy Administration, North Carolina College of Pharmacy and Allied Sciences.

Dion Visconti, D.C., B.A.
Health Science
Doctor of Chiropractic, Life University School of Chiropractic; Bachelor of Arts (Biology), State University of New York at Old Westbury; Licensed Chiropractor, State of New York.

James Vitale, B.P.S./M.S., B.S., L.Ac. (NY)
Acupuncture, Oriental Science
Master of Science (Acupuncture), Bachelor of Professional Studies (Health Science), New York College of Health Professions; Bachelor of Science (Business/Public Management), State University of NY, Institute of Technology, Utica, NY; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.

Qing Wang, Ph.D., M.S., B.S.
Health Science
Ph.D. (Chemistry), Polish Academy of Sciences, Poland; Master of Science, Beijing Medical University, China; Bachelor of Science (Science), Institute of Chemical Defense, China; Adjunct Faculty, New York Institute of technology and Suffolk Community College; Research Chemist, The Rogosin Institute; Synthetic Chemist, Teva Pharmaceutical; Senior Scientist/Mgr. TERAJU Industrial; Research Fellow Auburn University, Chiba Institute of Technology, China.

George Weintraub, D.P.M., M.A., B.A.
Health Science
Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, New York College of Podiatric Medicine;, Master of Arts (Political Science), New School for Social Research; Bachelor of Arts (Political Science), CCNY; Assistant Clinical Instructor, Gouverneur Hospital; Secondary School Teacher, New York City Board of Education; Licensed Podiatrist, New York State.

Feng Yu Zhao, MD (People’s Republic of China), Ph.D. (Japan), L.Ac. (NY, NJ)
Diplomate Acupuncture (NCCAOM)
Oriental Science
Bachelor Degree of Medicine, GuangXi College of Traditional Chinese Medicine; Ph.D. Neurology and eurologic Science, Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Japan; Certified Asian Bodywork Therapist, NCCAOM; Director of Acupuncture Department and Doctor in Charge, People’s Hospital of GuangXi; Acupuncturist Japan National Rehabilitation Center of the Disabled, Japan College of Liaoning TCM Institute, Tokyo Medical and Dental University; Instructor, Elizabeth Massage School, MA, Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State and New Jersey.

Ping Zhu, O.M.D. (People’s Republic of China), L.Ac. (NY)
Diplomate Acupuncture & Chinese Herbology (NCCAOM)
Acupuncture
O.M.D., Xian Medical University, (People’s Republic of China); Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State. 

Rong-Da Zhu, M.B./B.S. (People’s Republic of China), L.Ac. (NY)
Dean Emeritus, Graduate School of Oriental Medicine
Acupuncture, Oriental Science
Bachelor Degree of Medicine, Shanghai School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, People’s Republic of China; Diploma, Shanghai School of Municipal Research (Traditional Chinese Medicine), Shanghai, People’s Republic of China; Extensive clinical experience in practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine in People’s Republic of China and United States; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.

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