Faculty
About
Faculty
The faculty of New York College of Health Professions bring advanced doctoral, master's, and professional credentials across acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, massage therapy, health sciences, and physical arts. Many hold active clinical licenses and national board certifications, and contribute ongoing research and publication in their fields.
Academic Departments
For questions regarding academic programs, contact the School of Massage Therapy at (516) 964-6005 / 1-800-922-7337 ext. 201, or the Graduate School of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine at (516) 964-6008 / 1-800-922-7337 ext. 232.
Vincent Caputo
DACM, BPS/MSOM, MBA, BS, LAc
Acupuncture, Oriental Science, and Chinese Herbal Medicine
Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, Pacific College of Health and Science, San Diego, CA. Master of Science (Oriental Medicine) and Bachelor of Professional Studies (Health Sciences), New York College of Health Professions. Master of Business Administration (Corporate Finance), Long Island University. Bachelor of Science (Accounting), Long Island University. Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.
Robin Choi
BPS/MSOM, BS, AOS, LAc
Acupuncture, Oriental Science, Chinese Herbal Medicine
Master of Science (Oriental Medicine) and Bachelor of Professional Studies (Health Sciences), New York College of Health Professions. Bachelor of Science (Engineering), University of Pennsylvania. Associates of Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions. Certificate in Acupuncture Cancer Care, Sloan Kettering Hospital.
Marcia Fishkin
BPS/MS, MS, BS, AOS, CNS, CNAT, RN, LMT
Oriental Science
Master of Science (Oriental Medicine) and 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, NYCHP. Holistic Nurse Practitioner with Wholistic Nurse Practitioner Associates, NY. Registered Nurse and Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Lauren Giacopino
BS, AOS, LMT
Assistant to the Dean, School of Massage Therapy · Asian Technique, Western Technique, Clinical Sciences
Bachelor of Science (Nutrition and Exercise Science), Queens College, New York. Associate of Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), Swedish Institute, New York. Certificate in Health Coaching, ACE Fitness. Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Jennifer Glynn
BS, AOS, LMT (NY)
Asian Technique, Western Technique, Oriental Sciences
Bachelor of Science (Business Management), Keene State College, NH. Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions. Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Ping Gong
MS, BPS, LAc, LMT
Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine
Master of Science (Oriental Medicine) and Bachelor of Professional Studies (Health Sciences), New York College of Health Professions. Associate Degree in Computers and Applications, Guizhou University (China). Licensed Acupuncturist (NY). Licensed Massage Therapist (NY).
Scott Gralla
BPS/MS, BA, LAc (NY), Diplomate Acupuncture (NCCAOM)
Acupuncture
National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM), Diplomate of Acupuncture. Master of Science (Oriental Medicine) and Bachelor of Professional Studies (Health Sciences), New York College of Health Professions. Bachelor of Arts (Psychology), New York University. Certified Personal Trainer, National Academy of Sports Medicine, with specializations in Corrective Exercise and Women's Fitness. Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.
Steven Haffner
DC, MA Ed
Chief Academic Officer, Dean, School of Massage Therapy
Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College, Old Brookville, NY (1984). Master of Arts (Education). Faculty at Nassau County Community College and Adjunct Faculty at Queensborough Community College, Adelphi University, and University of Bridgeport. Former full-time faculty at New York College of Health Professions (1996–2010), serving as Dean of the School of Massage Therapy (2005–2010), Acting Dean of Academic Affairs (2007–2008), and Dean of Students (2003–2004). Former faculty at the Swedish Institute.
Nicole Hogan
Bio coming soon.
Timur Lokshin
DACM, AOS, LAc, LMT
Health Science, Western Technique
Associate of Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions. BPS/MS (Acupuncture), Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. DACM (Acupuncture), Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State. Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.
Gerard Maggio
BPS/MS, BA, AOS, LAc, LMT
Acupuncture and Oriental Science
Master of Science (Acupuncture) and Bachelor of Professional Studies (Health Science), New York College of Health Professions. Bachelor of Arts (Economics), SUNY Cortland. Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions. Licensed Acupuncturist and Massage Therapist, New York State.
Deborah Martin
BA, AOS, LMT, CLT-LANA
Asian Technique and Western Technique
Bachelor of Arts (Psychology), University of Delaware. Associate of Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions. Certificate in Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Academy of Lymphatic Studies. Certificate in Complete Decongestive Therapy/Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT), Norton School of Lymphology. Board Certified CLT, Lymphology Association of North America. Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Leslie Martin
Bio coming soon.
Leonora Melillo
Bio coming soon.
Lenor Nachef
MD, MPH, BA
Health Sciences
Medical Doctor, American University of Integrative Sciences. M.P.H., St. Joseph's University of Public Health. English Literature, University of Oxford, England. B.A., English Literature and Pre-Medical Studies, State University of New York at Binghamton.
Serge Nerli
DC, MS
Health Sciences
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.
Tara O'Rourke
BS, AOS, LMT
Health Science, Western Technique, Clinical Sciences
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.
Bruce Park
DACM, MSOM, BA, LAc
Director of Research · Director of Continuing Education
Diplomate of Acupuncture, National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. Masters of Science (Oriental Medicine), Tri-State Acupuncture College. Masters of Arts (Education), Dongguk University, Korea. Bachelors of Arts (Buddhist Studies), Dongguk University, Korea. Licensed Acupuncturist. Author of many books, including "A Clinical Manual of Herbal Medicine" and "Buddha Dharma Practice."
Christine Santana
AOS, LMT
Clinical Sciences
Associate of Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions. Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.
Martin Silber
D.Ac., LMT, ADS/RT
Acupuncture, Health Science, Clinic Supervisor
Instructor/Clinic Supervisor, New York College of Health Professions. Medical Reserve Corps Acupuncture Team Leader. Clean Needle Technique Training Instructor and Examiner. Doctorate of Acupuncture, Five Branches University. Medical QiGong Certificate, New York College of TCM. Bachelor of Professional Science and Masters of Acupuncture, Tri-State College of Acupuncture. Herbal Certificate, New York College of Health Professions. Associates in Massage Therapy, The New Center for Wholistic Health, Education and Research. Bio-Energy Certificate, The Wirkus School of Bio-Energy. Physical Therapy Technician-3, US Army Academy of Health Sciences/St. Philip's College. Bachelor of Arts (Psychology and Communication), SUNY Geneseo. NADA (National Acupuncture Detoxification Association) Registered Trainer. Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist (ADS), Lincoln Hospital Substance Abuse Program.
Frank Ventimiglia
Bio coming soon.
James Vitale
PhD, BPS MS, LAc
Acupuncture
Doctorate of Acupuncture, Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. Diplomate of Oriental Medicine, NCCAOM. Master of Science (Acupuncture) and Bachelor of Professional Studies (Health Sciences), New York College of Health Professions. Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.
Claude Weinberg
DC, BA
Health Sciences
Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College. Bachelor of Art (Psychology), SUNY Albany. Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician, Certified in Manipulation under Anesthesia, Certified Fitness Trainer (ISSA). Licensed Chiropractor, New York State.
Lixia Wu
Bio coming soon.
Michelle Yan
DACCHM, MSOM, LAc (NY), Diplomate Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)
Acupuncture, Oriental Science, Clinic Supervisor
National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM), Diplomate of Acupuncture. Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. Master of Science (Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine). Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.
Dina M. Zito
DC, BS
Health Sciences
Doctor of Chiropractic, The University of Bridgeport, College of Chiropractic. Class President and Speaker, 2005. Accepted into the clinical internship program at the Connecticut Veterans Administration Center in West Haven, CT and Newington, CT (2005). Bachelor of Science in Biology, Manhattan College (1999). Licensed Chiropractor, New York State.
Joseph Sing Cheung
MA, BA
Physical Arts
Master of Arts (East Asian Studies) and Bachelor of Arts (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. Multiple national championship medalist in Taekwondo, Sanshou, and Kuoshu. Certificate of Completion, Clinical Observation and Discussion Program, International Studies of Oriental Medicine, Kyung Hee University, Seoul, Korea. Certificate of Achievement in Chinese Culture, Feng Chia University, Taichung, Taiwan.
Contact
School of Massage Therapy
(516) 964-6005 | 1-800-922-7337 ext. 201
Graduate School of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine
(516) 964-6008 | 1-800-922-7337 ext. 232
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