Faculty & Administration
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.
OFFICERS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS
Lisa E. Pamintuan, J.D. - President BA, Wake Forest University (Full Athletic Scholarship); J.D., Wayne State University Law School . Vice President of Business Development, New York College of Health Professions; Vice President Corporate Development, Catalyst Intellectual Properties; Vice President Corporate Development, West Coast Region, Catpro Inc.; 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 Rackets, Tail Sportswear and Guinness.
Barbara E. Carver, B.S. - Senior Vice President Marketing, Communications and Business Operations; Acting Dean of Admissions BS, 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.
Steven Haffner M.A. Ed., D.C., Dean, Academic Affairs; Dean, School of Massage Therapy Master of Arts, Higher Education Administration, Touro University, Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College, Associate of Arts (General Studies), Suffolk Community College, Member, American Association of University Professors. Member, American Massage Therapy Association, New York State Licensed Chiropractor.
Rezan Akpinar, D.D.S. (Turkey), M.S., L.Ac., LMT, Dean, Graduate School of Oriental Medicine Doctor of Dental Surgery, Ataturk University Dental Faculty (Turkey); Master of Science, Oriental Medicine, New York College for Wholistic Health, Education & Research; Associate of Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College for Wholistic Health, Education & Research; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State; Trained in Herbology
Rong-Da Zhu, MB/BS (People's Republic of China ), L. Ac., Dean Emeritus, Graduate School of Oriental Medicine 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; Clinic Supervisor; Instructor of Point Location, Oriental Sciences, Chinese Herbology; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.
Maggie Rodriguez, B.S., M.A., Director Enrollment and Administrative Student Services Bachelor of Science, Nyack College in Organizational Management and Psychology, M.A from Nyack College Graduate Schools in Counseling. Licensed as a Clinical Christian Counselor by the National Christian Counselors Association. Certified by New York State Mental Health Services as a Mental Health Provider.
Paul Passas, B.S., D.C. Director, Academic Student Services Doctor of Chiropractic, University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic; Bachelor of Science, Biology, Siena College; Certified Clinical Nutritionist, Clinical Nutrition Certification Board; Member-New York State Chiropractic Association, International and American Associations of Clinical Nutritionists, American Chiropractic Association; New York State Licensed Chiropractor.
A Li Song, MD (People's Republic of China ), L.Ac. (NY), Administrative Clinic Director, Graduate School of Oriental Medicine, Director, Asian Educational Development, MD, 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;Clinical Supervisor, Instructor of Tui Na, Acupuncture, Oriental Sciences;Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.
Sandy Greenberg, Clinic Director, School of Massage Therapy Certificate, Massage Therapy, New Center; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
David Teitler, B.S., Director, Physical Arts; Chair, Yoga 1962-1982, practiced and taught Shotokan Karate, Legend Martial Arts School under direction of Rick Lenchus; 1972-1990, practiced and taught Yang style Tai Chi Chuan, affiliated with ShrJung Tai Chi Chuan Study Group under direction of Cheng Man-Ching; 1989-Present, practiced and taught Ishta yoga, affiliated with Yoga Zone School under direction of Alan Finger; Certified Yoga teacher, Yoga Alliance; Instructor, Hatha Yoga.
Yun Li, MD (People's Republic of China ), L.Ac. (NY), Dipl. Ac. & Chinese Herbal Medicine (NCCAOM), Chair, Oriental Sciences MD 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 Acupunturist, New York State.
Sandy Greenberg, LMT, Director, Continuing Education, Certificate, Massage Therapy, New Center; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
DISTINGUISHED ASSOCIATES
Michael Balboni 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; currently chairs the Senate Committee on Veterans, Homeland Security and Military Affairs; also serves 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.
James Edward Cheek, Ph.D., President Emeritus Howard University Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and History, Shaw University; Masters of Divinity, Colgate Rochester University; Ph.D. Drew University; honored with Colgate Rochester Fellowship, a Rockefeller Doctoral Fellowship and a Lily Foundation Fellowship; President of Shaw University; President of Howard University for twenty years; named Washingtonian of the Year in 1980 and 1983; awarded the nation's highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom; recipient of hundreds of awards and nineteen honorary degrees; serves or served as a board member of several colleges and universities including the University of Miami, Drew University, Colgate Rochester University, New York Institute of Technology, Benedict College, Florida Memorial College, Fisk University and Howard University; Presidential appointments include the Board of Foreign Scholarships, National Advisory Council to the Peace Corps, UNESCO, Commission on Selection of White House Fellows and the President's Board of Advisors on Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
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; Transitions of Long Island Rehabilitation 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.
Laurie Giandomenico, Ph.D. B.S. in Electrical Engineering, University of Connecticut ; Masters of Arts in Archaeology, Cornell University ; Ph.D. in Nutrition and Anthropology, Cornell University; academic research at Pompei and Thera; Management Consultant, McKinsey & Co.; Chief Operating Officer, Fahrenheit 212 a division of Sachi & Sachi Advertising.
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".
Bertram Spector, Ph.D. Ph.D., Medical Sciences; Cornell University Graduate Medical School . Master of Arts and Sciences; Hunter College of the City University of New York . Bachelor of Electrical Engineering; City College of the City University of New York . Vice President, Dean of Academic Affairs, Professor of Life Sciences and Engineering, twenty-five year tenure; New York Institute of Technology. Vice President of Research; Seversky Corp., consultant; Bendix Aviation Corp., Division Head; Bureau of Aeronautics, Division Head; DeMornay Budd, Electronic Engineer; ITT.
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GRADUATE SCHOOL OF ORIENTAL MEDICINE
DEAN, GRADUATE SCHOOL OF ORIENTAL MEDICINE
Rezan Akpinar, D.D.S. (Turkey), M.S., L.Ac., LMT Doctor of Dental Surgery, Ataturk University Dental Faculty (Turkey); Master of Science, Oriental Medicine, New York College for Wholistic Health, Education & Research; Associate of Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College for Wholistic Health, Education & Research; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State; Trained in Herbology.
DEAN EMERITUS, GRADUATE SCHOOL OF ORIENTAL MEDICINE
Rong-Da Zhu, MB/BS (People's Republic of China ), L. Ac. 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; Clinic Supervisor; Instructor of Point Location, Oriental Sciences, Chinese Herbology; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.
CHAIR, ORIENTAL SCIENCES
Yun Li, MD (People's Republic of China ), L.Ac. (NY), Dipl. Ac. & Chinese Herbal Medicine (NCCAOM) MD 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.
ADMINISTRATIVE CLINIC DIRECTOR, GRADUATE SCHOOL OF ORIENTAL MEDICINE
A Li Song, MD (People's Republic of China ), L.Ac. (NY) MD, 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 Luo Yang, China, Medical Health Center; Clinical Supervisor, Instructor of Tui Na, Acupuncture, Oriental Sciences;Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.
FULL TIME FACULTY
Robin Choi, B.P.S.//M.S. Oriental Medicine, L.Ac. (NY), Dipl. Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine (NCCAOM) Manager, New York College Herbal Dispensary Bachelor of Professional Studies/Master of Science in Oriental Medicine; New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.
Ana Korb, B.P.S.//M.S. Oriental Medicine, L.Ac. (NY) ); Dipl. Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine (NCCAOM) Assistant Manager, New York College Herbal Dispensary Bachelor of Professional Studies/Master of Science in Oriental Medicine; New York College of Health Professions; Instructor, Chinese Herbology and Oriental Sciences; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.
ACUPUNCTURE ADJUNCT FACULTY
Xiaode Mou, MD (People's Republic of China ), L.Ac. (NY) Dipl. Acupuncture (NCCAOM) MD in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Hunan Medical University, People's Republic of China; Visiting Scholar, Division of Experimental Radiation Oncology, University of California, Los Angeles, CA; Research Fellow, Sharett Institute of Oncology, Israel; Clinic Supervisor; Licensed Acupuncturist, NY State.
John Napoli, M.S., L.Ac. (NY), Dipl. Ac. & Chinese Herbology Masters of Science (Traditional Oriental Medicine), Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, New York; Bachelor of Arts (Psychology), St. John's University, New York; Licensed Acupuncturist in New York.
Mark Petruzzi, A.O.S., B.P.S.//M.S., L.Ac., LMT (NY) Associate in Occupational Science, (Massage Therapy), New York College for Wholistic Education and Research; Master of Science (Acupuncture), New York College of Health Professions; Member, New York Society of Medical Massage Therapists, Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State: Licensed Acupuncturist New York State..
Louis Pontillo, B.P.S./ M.S., L.Ac. (NY) Bachelor of Professional Studies Health Sciences, Master of Science of Oriental Medicine,New York College for Wholistic Health Education and Research; Leadership Training, Army R.O.T.C; Martial Arts Club; Xing I Quan, Chen Style Tai Chi Chuan, Ba Ji Quan and Japanese style Acupuncture, Peter Yates; Ba Gua Zhang,
Southern Mantis Kung Fu, Milard Roper; Yang/Sohn style Tai Chi Chuan; Hatha Yoga, Robert Young; Kanzen GoJuRyu Karatedo, Renshi Thomas E. Graham; Head Tai Chi/Qi Gong
Instructor, Milo Fitness Club, Flips Gymnastics; Member Boy Scouts of America – Eagle Scout, 1992; Member Happauge Volunteer Fire Department; Licensed Acupuncturist New York State .
James M. Shinol, B.S., B.P.S./ M.S., L.Ac. (NY, NJ) Dipl. Acupuncture, Chinese Herbology & Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) Bachelors of Science in Biology, Albright College, PA; Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine, Southwest Acupuncture College, CO; 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.
Martin M. Silber, B.A., M.S., LMT (NY), L.Ac. (NY), Dipl. Ac. (NCCAOM) Associate of Science (Physical Therapy Assistant), St. Philips College, TX; Bachelor of Arts (Speech & Communication), State University of New York at Geneso; Diploma in Massage Therapy, New York College of Health Professions; Diploma in Acupuncture, Tri-State Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine; Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist; Member: National Acupuncture Detoxification Association, Acupuncture Society of New York; Licensed Acupuncturist and Massage Therapist, New York State.
James Vitale, B.S., B.P.S./M.S., L.Ac. (NY) Masters of Science in Acupuncture, New York College of Health Professions; Bachelor of Science in Business/Public Management, State University of NY, Institute of Technology, Utica, New York; Licensed Acupuncturist ,New York State.
HEALTH SCIENCES ADJUNCT FACULTY
Joseph E. Aliani, B.A. D.C. Doctor of Chiropractic, Parker Chiropractic College, Science certificate –New College of California at Los Angles Chiropractic College. Bachelor of Arts, Whittier College, Certificate, University of Copenhagen; Licensed Chiropractor, New York State.
Jonathan Amdur, B.A., D.C. Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College; New York Chiropractic College service Award; Bachelor of Arts in Biology, University of Delaware; Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society; Adjunct Professor, Hofstra University; Volunteer and Lecturer, People with Aids Coalition, NY; Licensed Chiropractor, New York State.
Robert Chapman, B.S., D.C. Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College; Bachelor of Science, New York University; New York State Licensed Chiropractor, private practice; Chiropractic Sports physician Certification Program; Diplomate Program in Chiropractic Orthopedics, Board eligible Diplomate in Chiropractic Orthopedics.
Dr. King Cheek, J.D., LL.D., LH.D., 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 .
Janine Grant, B.S., M.S. Master of Science in Nutrition, Long Island University; Bachelor of Science in Nutrition, Long Island University.
Albert Grazia, B.A., M.S., Master of Science (Clinical Nutrition), University of Bridgeport; Bachelor of Art (Psychology), Queens College; Certified Nutritional Consultant, American Association of Nutritional Consultants; Registered Holistic Counselor, Nutritional Science Association.
Richard S. Keohane, Sr., B.S., M.S., P.T. Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, Quinnipiac University; Master of Science in Physical Therapy, Long Island University; Doctoral Candidate, Physical Therapy, Long Island University; Licensed Physical Therapist, New York State.
Thomas McLaughlin A.O.S., B.P.S., M.S., D.C. Doctor of Chiropractic, University of Bridgeport; Bachelor of Professional Studies, New York College of Health Professions; Master of Science in Oriental Medicine, New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Chiropractor, New York State; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.
Richard Perloff, B.S., D.C., A.C.H Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College; Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, New York Institute of Technology; Certified Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapist, Institute for Advanced Neuro-Research and Education; Past Research Scientist, United States Center for Musculoskeletal Research; President/Director of New York Center for Spinal Therapy; Licensed Chiropractor, New York State.
Cirino Sesto, A.A.S, B.A., D.C. Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College; Bachelors of Arts, Biological Science; SUNY at Old Westbury. Associates Degree in Applied Science; English Literature, Greek Mythology; Suffolk Community College. Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, Critical Care Level III; Suffolk County Fire & Vocational School; Licensed Chiropractor, New York State.
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Steven Wallach, B.S., D.C. Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College, Bachelor of Science, Psychobiology, Binghamton University; Licensed Chiropractor; New York State.
ORIENTAL SCIENCE ADJUNCT FACULTY
Xu Ping Fu, M.B./B.S., (People's Republic of China ); M.A., M.S., L.Ac. (NY, CA), Dipl. Ac. (NCCAOM) 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; Clinic Supervisor; Licensed Acupuncturist in New York State and California.
James M. Shinol, B.S., B.P.S./ M.S., L.Ac. (NY, NJ) Dipl. Acupuncture, Chinese Herbology & Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) Bachelors of Science in Biology, Albright College, PA; Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine, Southwest Acupuncture College, CO; 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.
Ping Zhu, Ph.D., O.M.D., L.Ac. (NY), Dipl. Acupuncture & Chinese Herbology (NCCAOM) Ph.D., American Global University, Wyoming; O.M.D., Xian Medical University, (People's Republic of China); Licensed Acupuncturist New York State.
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SCHOOL OF MASSAGE THERAPY
DEAN, SCHOOL OF MASSAGE THERAPY
Steven Haffner, D.C. Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College, Master of Arts, Higher Education Administration, Touro University, Associate of Arts (General Studies), Suffolk Community College, Member, American Association of University Professors. Member, American Massage Therapy Association, New York State Licensed Chiropractor.
CLINIC DIRECTOR, SCHOOL OF MASSAGE THERAPY
Sandy Greenberg, LMT, Certificate, Massage Therapy, New Center; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
FULL TIME FACULTY
Rezan Akpinar, D.D.S. (Turkey), M.S., L.Ac., LMT Doctor of Dental Surgery, Ataturk University Dental Faculty (Turkey); Master of Science, Oriental Medicine, New York College for Wholistic Health, Education & Research; Associate of Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College for Wholistic Health, Education & Research; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State; Trained in Herbology.
Paul Passas, B.S., D.C. Doctor of Chiropractic, University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic; Bachelor of Science, Biology, Siena College; Certified Clinical Nutritionist, Clinical Nutrition Certification Board; Member-New York State Chiropractic Association, International and American Associations of Clinical Nutritionists, American Chiropractic Association; New York State Licensed Chiropractor.
HEALTH SCIENCES ADJUNCT FACULTY
Joseph E. Aliani, B.A., D.C. Doctor of Chiropractic, Parker Chiropractic College, Science Certificate –New College of California at Los Angles Chiropractic College; Bachelor of Arts, Whittier College, Certificate, University of Copenhagen, Licensed Chiropractor, New York State.
Jonathan Amdur, B.A., D.C. Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College; New York Chiropractic College Service Award; Bachelor of Arts in Biology, University of Delaware; Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society; Adjunct Professor, Hofstra University; Volunteer and Lecturer, People with Aids Coalition, NY; Licensed Chiropractor, New York State.
Mei-Hua Chen, B.S., M.S., M.P.H., R.D., C.D.N., D.N.S.D., C.D.E., C.S.P. Columbia University, Mailman School of Public Health, M.P.H. in Environmental Health Sciences, Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons, Institute of Human Nutrition, M.S. in Human Nutrition, Chinese Cultural University, Bachelor in Science in Food and Nutrition, 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 Specialties.
MaryAnn Chirichella, A.S., LMT, B.S. Bachelor in Science, State University of New York Empire State College, Interdisciplinary Studies in Holistic Health, 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, American Reflexology Certification Board; Certified Chi Kung Practitioner; Trained Tai Chi Instructor; Reiki - Levels I, II and Master/Teacher Certification; Ordained Interfaith Minister, NY; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State .
Jeanne D'Brant, B.A., D.C., D.A.C.B.N., N.D., C.C.N., R.H. Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College; Bachelor of Arts (Psychology), Adelphi University; Diplomate American Clinical Board of Nutrition; Board Certified in Traditional Naturopath; Certified Clinical Nutritionist, International & American Association of Clinical Nutritionists; Registered Herbalist, American Herbalist Guild; Adjunct Faculty, NY Chiropractic College;NYS Licensed Nutritionist; Licensed Chiropractor, New York State..
Stephanie Florman, B.A., B.S./ M.S. Bachelor of Science/Master of Science in Nutritional Science, Long Island University; Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Hofstra University.
Albert Grazia, B.A., M.S., Master of Science (Clinical Nutrition), University of Bridgeport; Bachelor of Art (Psychology), Queens College; Doctoral Candidate, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Certified Nutritional Consultant, American Association of Nutritional Consultants; Registered Holistic Counselor, Nutritional Science Association
Jacqueline Kelian, B.S., D.C., Doctor of Chiropractic, University of Bridgeport, Bachelor of Science, Neurobiology and Physiology; University of Maryland. New York State Licensed Chiropractor.
Richard S. Keohane, Sr., B.S., M.S., P.T. Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, Quinnipiac University; Master of Science in Physical Therapy, Long Island University; Doctoral Candidate, Physical Therapy, Long Island University; Licensed Physical Therapist, New York State.
Jerelyn Kirby, A.O.S., B.S., B.P.S., M.S. LMT, C.A.T., L.Ac. (NY), Master of Science, Acupuncture, New York College of Health Professions, Bachelor of Science, Adelphi University, Bachelor of Professional Studies, Amma Therapeutic Massage, Certified in Pregnancy Massage; Postgraduate studies in Cancer Massage; Licensed Massage Therapist and Licensed Acupuncturist, New Yo
Hugh Mabray, A.O.S., LMT, B.P.S., M.S., L.Ac. Master of Science, Acupuncture, New York College of Health Professions, Bachelor of Professional Studies, Advanced Amma Therapy, New York College for Wholistic Health Education and Research; Associates in Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College for Wholistic Health Education and Research; Member, American Massage Therapy Association and the Amma Therapy Organization; Licensed Massage Therapist and Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.
Salvatore Masi, M.S., D.C. Doctor of Chiropractic, University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic, Master of Science, Nutrition, University of Bridgeport; Bachelor of Science Biology, SUNY Binghamton, Member, American Chiropractic Association, Licensed Chiropractor, New York State.
Thomas McLaughlin, A.O.S., B.P.S., M.S., L.Ac., D.C. Doctor of Chiropractic, University of Bridgeport; Bachelor of Professional Studies Health Sciences, New York College of Health Professions; Master of Science in Oriental Medicine, New York College of Health Professions; Associate in Applied and Natural Sciences, La Guardia Community College, N.Y.; Licensed Chiropractor and Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.
Richard Perloff, B.S., D.C., A.C.H Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College; Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, New York Institute of Technology; Certified Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapist, Institute for Advanced Neuro-Research and Education; Past Research Scientist, United States Center for Musculoskeletal Research; President/Director of New York Center for Spinal Therapy; Licensed Chiropractor, New York State.
Stacey Stern, B.S., D.C., D.N.B.H.E. Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College; Bachelor of Science, New York Institute of Technology; Diplomate of the National Board of Homeopathic Examiners; Adjunct Professor, Life Sciences Department, New York Institute of Technology; Adjunct Professor, Biology Department, Nassau Community College; President, Chiropractic Academy of Homeopathy; Proctor National Board of Chiropractic Examiners; Instructor and Practical Lecturer, American Red Cross; New York State Licensed Chiropractor, Private Practice; Medical Arbitration Consultant.
Raymond Turner, B.S., M.B.A., Ph.D., LMT (NY) Associate in Occupational Studies - Massage Therapy, New York College for Wholistic Health Education & Research, NY; M.B.A - Management, C.W. Post College; B.S., Industrial Management, C.W. Post College; Ph.D., Information Systems, Pacific Western/Pace Universities; Electrical Engineering, Pratt Institute; Adjunct Professor, NY Institute of Technology; Professor, Briarcliff College; Adjunct professor, Touro College; Adjunct Professor, Dowling College; Manager, Multisourcing, Long Island Rail Road; Program Manager, Harris Corporation, GSSD; Senior Quality Engineer, Fairchild Republic Company; Electronic Engineer, Grumman Aerospace Corporation; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State; Member, New York State Society of Medical Massage Therapists; Member, International Massage Association.
LIBERAL ARTS
ADJUNCT FACULTY
Gina Allison, B.S., M.S. Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Education, Millersville University; Master of Science in Mathematics Education, Juniata College.
Jeanne D'Brant, B.A., D.C., D.A.C.B.N., N.D., C.C.N., R.H. Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College; Bachelor of Arts (Psychology), Adelphi University; Diplomat American Clinical Board of Nutrition; Board Certified in Traditional Naturopath; Certified Clinical Nutritionist, International & American Association of Clinical Nutritionists; NYS Licensed Nutritionist; Registered Herbalist, American Herbalist Guild; Licensed Chiropractor, New York State.
Albert Grazia, B.A., M.S. Master of Science (Clinical Nutrition), University of Bridgeport; Bachelor of Art (Psychology), Queens College; Doctoral Candidate, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Certified Nutritional Consultant, American Association of Nutritional Consultants; Registered Holistic Counselor, Nutritional Science Association.
Joanne Gumo, B.A., M.P.A., M.S. Bachelor of Arts in English, Fordham University; Master of Public Administration, Baruch College, Master of Science in Education, Hofstra University.
Carole Powers-Giron, A.O.S., LMT, B.A. Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Long Island University, A.A.S., Nassau Community College, Associate in Occupational Science, Massage Therapy, New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Andrea Shields, A.O.S., LMT, B.P.S., B.A. Bachelor of Arts, Biological Basis of Behavior, University of Pennsylvania, Associate in Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College of Health Professions; Certified Yoga Instructor, Certified CPR and First Aid; Member of American Massage Therapy Association; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
MASSAGE THERAPY ADJUNCT FACULTY
ASIAN TECHNIQUE
Jordan Barber A.O.S., LMT, B.P.S./ M.S. L.Ac. Bachelor of Professional Studies Master of Science in Acupuncture, New York College of Health Professions; Diplomat in Acupuncture. Associate in Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College Health Professions, Post Graduate education in Traditional Myofascial Release Barnes Method; Licensed Massage Therapist and Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.
Linda A. Bardekoff, A.A.S., R.N., B.A., C.N.A.T., H.N.C. Associate in Applied Science, Queensborough Community College; Bachelor of Arts, Queens College; Certification in Holistic Nursing with Amma Therapy, New York College of Health Professions; American Holistic Nurses Certification-HNC; Nationally Certified Reflexologist (American Reflexology Certification Board), Member, New York State Reflexology Association, American Holistic Nurses Association, and Holistic Amma Nurses Association, Reiki Master, New York State Registered Nurse.
Laurence Bouchard, A.O.S., LMT, Bachelor B, (France), M.B.A. Associate Degree in Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College for Wholistic Health. Founder of Bonjour; French Teaching School, Paris France; Postgraduate education in Craniofacial Therapy, Myofascial release/Rejuvenation, Sports Massage, Nutrition, and Qi Gong; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Martin Brownstein, A.O.S., B.A., LMT Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Bachelor of Art (Philosophy), CCNY; National Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, NCBTMB; Supervisor, Massage Therapy Teaching Clinic; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York.
Jerelyn Kirby, A.O.S., B.S., B.P.S., LMT, C.A.T., L.Ac. Master of Science, Acupuncture, New York College of Health Professions, Bachelor of Science, Adelphi University, Bachelor of Professional Studies, Amma Therapeutic Massage, Certified in Pregnancy Massage; Postgraduate studies in Cancer Massage; Licensed Massage Therapist and Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.
Charles Lee, A.O.S., LMT, B.P.S. Bachelor of Professional Studies, Advanced Amma Massage, 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.
Hugh Mabray, A.O.S., LMT, B.P.S. M.S. L.Ac. Master of Science, Acupuncture, New York College of Health Professions, Bachelor of Professional Studies, Advanced Amma Therapy, New York College for Wholistic Health Education and Research; Associates in Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College for Wholistic Health Education and Research; Member, American Massage Therapy Association and the Amma Therapy Organization; Licensed Massage Therapist and Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.
William McCaffrey, A.O.S., LMT 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 Miller, A.O.S., LMT 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.
Andrea Shields, A.O.S., LMT, B.P.S., B.A. Bachelor of Arts, Biological Basis of Behavior, University of Pennsylvania, Associate in Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College of Health Professions; Certified Yoga Instructor, Certified CPR and First Aid; Member of American Massage Therapy Association; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Anne Stevens, A.O.S., LMT, B.A., M.A. 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 Health Professions; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Nicole Tzen A.O.S., LMT, B.S., Bachelor of Science in Human Development, SUNY Binghamton; Associate in Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College for Wholistic Health Education and Research; Certified Yoga Instructor, Certified Infant Massage Instructor; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State .
WESTERN TECHNIQUE ADJUNCT FACULTY
Jordan Barber A.O.S., LMT, B.P.S., M.S. L.A.C. Bachelor of Professional studies Master of Science in Acupuncture, New York College of Health Professions,. Diplomat in Acupuncture. Associate in Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College Health Professions, Post Graduate education in Traditional Myofascial Release Barnes Method; Licensed Massage Therapist and Licensed Acupuncturist , New York State.
Linda A. Bardekoff, R.N., B.A., C.N.A.T., H.N.C. Associate in Applied Science, Queensborough Community College; Bachelor of Arts, Queens College; Certification in Holistic Nursing with Amma Therapy, New York College of Health Professions; American Holistic Nurses Certification-HNC; Nationally Certified Reflexologist (American Reflexology Certification Board), Member, New York State Reflexology Association, American Holistic Nurses Association, and Holistic Amma Nurses Association, Reiki Master, New York State Registered Nurse.
Gerald Basile, A.O.S., LMT, B.S. Associate Degree in Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College for Wholistic Health, Education & 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.
Laurence Bouchard, A.O.S., LMT, Bachelor B, (France), M.B.A. Associate Degree in Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College for Wholistic Health. Founder of Bonjour; French Teaching School, Paris France; Postgraduate education in Craniofacial Therapy, Myofascial release/Rejuvenation, Sports Massage, Nutrition, and Qi Gong; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Dawn Brower, A.O.S., LMT Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy) New York College of Health Professions, Intern at The Medical Center Of Sarasota; Post graduate studies in Active Isolated Stretching, Cancer Massage, Craniosacral therapy, Myofascial release, Pediatric Massage, Infant Massage, Manual lymph drainage, Hot Stone Massage, and Reflexology. Member, American Massage Therapy association. (AMTA); Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State .
Linda Chavez, A.O.S., LMT 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.
MaryAnn Chirichella, A.A.S., LMT, B.S. Bachelor in Science, State University of New York Empire State College, Interdisciplinary Studies in Holistic Health, 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, American Reflexology Certification Board; Certified Chi Kung Practitioner; Trained Tai Chi Instructor; Reiki - Levels I, II and Master/Teacher Certification; Ordained Interfaith Minister, NY; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Donna DeFalco-Boyle, A.A.S., LMT Licensed Massage Therapist, Swedish Institute; Associate in Applied Science (Recreation Therapy) Kingsborough Community College; Member American Massage Therapy Association, New York State Society of Medical Massage Therapy, and Association for Worksite Health Promotion;Certified in Ergonomics; Isenhagen, Board Member NYSSMMT, Legislative Committee Chair for NYSSMMT, Consultant for NYC Fire Department Counseling Unit; Licensed Massage Therapist,
Gene Desepoli, B.S., LMT, NCTMB, CMTPT, CSCS, RRT, D.C., Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College; Bachelor of Science, Cardiorespiratory Science, State University of New York at Stony Brook; Registered Respiratory Therapist (NY); Certificate of Massage, Swedish Institute of Massage Therapy; private practice; Certifications: Diagnosis & Management of Myofascial Disorders; NSCA Certified Personal Trainer; NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist; Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist; National Certification Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork; Massage textbook reviewer for Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Company; Docent at NYC Bodies Exhibit 2006-2007; Founder/Director of the Medical Massage Therapy Institute; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State; Licensed Chiropractor, New York State.
Sandra Greenberg, LMT Clinic Director, School of Massage Therapy Certificate, Massage Therapy, New Center; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Heather Holman, A.O.S., LMT, B.A. Associate in Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College of Health Professions; Bachelor of Arts, Literature, State University of New York;, Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Charles Lee, A.O.S., LMT, B.P.S. Bachelor of Professional Studies, Advanced Amma Massage, 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.
Kevin LoRe A.O.S., LMT Associate in Occupational Studies, (Massage Therapy), New York College for Wholistic Education and Research; Certified in Trigger Point Therapy; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Viola M. Lozito, R.N., LMT, NCTMB, CHTP A.A.S. in Nursing, SUNY Farmingdale, NY; Certificate of Graduation - Massage Therapy Program, The New Center for Wholistic Health Education and Research, NY; Certificate of Graduation - Wholistic Nursing Program, The New Center for Wholistic Health Education and Research, NY; Certificate of Graduation - Jokel Institute for Energetic Healing, NY; Certified Hypnotherapist; National Certification in Adult Critical Care Nursing; National Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork; International Certification as Healing Touch Practitioner; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Hugh Mabray, A.O.S., LMT, B.P.S. M.S. L.Ac. Master of Science, Acupuncture, New York College of Health Professions, Bachelor of Professional Studies, Advanced Amma Therapy, New York College for Wholistic Health Education and Research; Associates in Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College for Wholistic Health Education and Research; Member, American Massage Therapy Association and the Amma Therapy Organization; Licensed Massage Therapist and Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.
Maria Matera, A.O.S., LMT Associate in Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College of Wholistic Health, Education and Research. Certified Holistic Health Counselor; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Christie L. Mattina, A.O.S., LMT Associate in Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College Health Professions; Licensed Massage Therapist , New York State.
William McCaffrey, A.O.S., LMT 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 Miller, A.O.S., LMT 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.
Kathleen Mulcahy, A.O.S., LMT, A.A.S. 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; Licnesed Massage Therapist, New York State Licensed
Tara O'Rourke, A.O.S., LMT, B.S. 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 Associate in Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College of Health Professions. Certified: Red Cross First Aid, CPR. Member of the NY State Society of Medical Massage Therapists; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State
Mark Petruzzi, A.O.S., LMT, B.A., M.S., L.Ac. Master of Science, Acupuncture, New York College of Health Professions, Associates in Occupational Science, Massage Therapy, New York College for Wholistic Education and Research, Member, New York Society of Medical Massage Therapists; Licensed Massage Therapist and Licensed Acupuncturist , New York State.
Carole Powers-Giron, A.O.S., LMT, B.A. Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Long Island University, A.A.S., Nassau Community College, Associate in Occupational Science, Massage Therapy, New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Genevieve Reiter, A.A.S., LMT Associate of Applied Science, Fashion Institute of Technology; Diploma in Massage Therapy, New York College of Health Professions; Member, AMTA; Supervisor, Massage Therapy Teaching Clinic; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Andrea Shields, A.O.S., LMT, B.P.S., B.A. Bachelor of Arts, Biological Basis of Behavior, University of Pennsylvania, Associate in Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College of Health Professions; Certified Yoga Instructor, Certified CPR and First Aid; Member of American Massage Therapy Association; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Nicole Tzen A.O.S., B.S., LMT Bachelor of Science in Human Development, SUNY Binghamton; Associate in Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College for Wholistic Health Education and Research; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
ORIENTAL SCIENCES ADJUNCT FACULTY
Jordan Barber A.O.S., LMT B.P.S., M.S. L.A.C. Bachelor of Professional studies Master of Science in Acupuncture, New York College of Health Professions,. Diplomat in Acupuncture. Associate in Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College Health Professions, Post Graduate education in Traditional Myofascial Release Barnes Method; Licensed Massage Therapist and Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.
Martin Brownstein, A.O.S., LMT, B.A. Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Bachelor of Art (Philosophy), CCNY; National Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, NCBTMB; Supervisor, Massage Therapy Teaching Clinic; Instructor, Amma Technique; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Jerelyn Kirby, A.O.S., B.S., B.P.S., LMT, C.A.T. Bachelor of Science, Adelphi University, Bachelor of Professional Studies (Amma Therapeutic Massage); Instructor of Oriental Sciences and Amma Therapeutic Massage Technique; Certified in Pregnancy Massage; Postgraduate studies in Cancer Massage;.Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Charles Lee, A.O.S., LMT, B.P.S. Bachelor of Professional Studies, Advanced Amma Massage, 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.
Mark Petruzzi, A.O.S., LMT, B.A., M.S. L.Ac. Master of Science, Acupuncture, New York College of Health Professions, Associates in Occupational Science, Massage Therapy, New York College for Wholistic Education and Research, Member, New York Society of Medical Massage Therapists; Licensed Massage Therapist and Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.
Carole Powers-Giron, A.O.S., LMT, B.A. Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Long Island University, A.A.S., Nassau Community College, Associate in Occupational Science, Massage Therapy, New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
James M. Shinol, B.S., B.P.S., M.S., L.Ac. (NY, NJ) Dipl. Acupuncture, Chinese Herbology & Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) Bachelors of Science in Biology, Albright College, PA; Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine, Southwest Acupuncture College, CO; Licensed Acupuncturist NY and NJ; Diplomate Acupuncture, Chinese Herbology and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM); Member, National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM); Member, Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Alliance (AOMA).
Ping Zhu, Ph.D., O.M.D., L.Ac. (NY), Dipl. Ac. & Chinese Herbology Ph.D., American Global University, Wyoming; O.M.D., Xian Medical University, (People's Republic of China); Licensed Acupuncturist New York State; Diplomate in Chinese Herbology, NCCAOM.
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HOLISTIC NURSING CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAM
HOLISTIC NURSING ADJUNCT FACULTY
Marion Spector, R.N., B.S.N., M.S., 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.
Marcia Fishkin, M.S., CNS, CNAT, LMT Nursing M.S. CNS (Clinical Nurse Specialist - Family Practice), Mercy College, Dobbs Ferry; Certified Nurse Amma Therapist, New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York College of Health Professions; Oncology Clinical Nurse, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, NY ; Extensive clinical experience in medical, oncology, and geriatric nursing in a variety of health care settings; Holistic Nurse Practitioner with Wholistic Nurse Practitioner Associates serving the White Plains area.
Beth Riley, A.A.S., R.N., B.P.S., C.N.A.T. Associate of Applied Science (Nursing), Suffolk Community College; Bachelor of Professional Studies, New York College of Wholistic Health Education and Research; Certificate in Holistic Nursing with Amma Therapeutic Massage, New York College of Health Professions; Extensive clinical experience in medical, surgical and cardiac care in a variety of health care settings; Clinic coordinator and medical care manager of a holistic health management service.
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PHYSICAL ARTS
DIRECTOR, PHYSICAL ARTS; CHAIR, YOGA
David Teitler, B.S. 1962-1982, practiced and taught Shotokan Karate, Legend Martial Arts School under direction of Rick Lenchus; 1972-1990, practiced and taught Yang style Tai Chi Chuan, affiliated with ShrJung Tai Chi Chuan Study Group under direction of Cheng Man-Ching; 1989-Present, practiced and taught Ishta yoga, affiliated with Yoga Zone School under direction of Alan Finger; Certified Yoga teacher, Yoga Alliance; Instructor, Hatha Yoga.
PHYSICAL ARTS ADJUNCT FACULTY
Irma Callahan, A.O.S., B.P.S., LMT, C.A.T., Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy); Bachelor of Professional Studies, Amma Therapy, New York College of Health Professions; National Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, NCBTMB; New York State Licensed Massage Therapist.
Joseph Sing Cheung, B.A., M.A. Bachelor of Arts (Cum laude) and Master of Arts (Asian Studies), St. John's University; Fifth Degree Black Belt Master Instructor, World Tae Kwon Do Federation; Third Degree Black Belt Instructor, World Tang Soo Do Association; Advanced Level Eight Senior Instructor, Wing Hong Yip Dragon Style Kung Fu School; Certified Black Belt Instructor, Chinese Swai Jiao Association; Director and Head Instructor, Imperial Academy of Martial Arts & Sciences; Certificate of Achievement in Chinese Culture - Feng Chia University.
Anthony DiCarlo, A.O.S., LMT Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Nicholas Gioglio Certified Yoga Instructor; New York College of Health Professions.
Peggy Luque A.O.S., LMT Associate in Occupational Studies, (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions. Certified Yoga Instructor; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Gloria Napolitano, A.O.S., LMT Associate in Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College of Health Professions. Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Patty Jo Pontillo, A.O.S., LMT Associate Degree of Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College of Health Professions; Associate of Science, Dental Hygiene, State University of New York College of Technology, Farmingdale; Certified Yoga Instructor; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
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