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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, 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., Chief Academic Officer, 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 .

Barbara E. Carver, B.S. - Senior Vice President Marketing, Communications and Business Operations; Acting Dean of Admissions, 
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.

Steven Haffner, D.C., M.A. Ed., Vice President, Professional Programs, Dean, School of Massage Therapy, 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; Licensed Chiropractor, New York State.

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.

Rong-Da Zhu, M.B./B.S. (People's Republic of China), L.Ac. (NY),  Dean Emeritus, Graduate School of Oriental Medicine, Clinic Director, 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; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.

Hugh Mabray, B.P.S./M.S., A.O.S., LMT (NY), L.Ac. (NY), Chair, Massage Therapy,  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. 

Yun Li, M.D. (People's Republic of China ), L.Ac. (NY), Diplomate Acupunture & 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.

David Teitler, B.S., Director, Physical Arts; Chair, Yoga, Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering, Ploytechnic Institute of New York; 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.

Sandy Greenberg, LMT, Clinic Director, School of Massage Therapy,  Certificate, Massage Therapy, New Center; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.  

Erin Lee Clark, M.L.S., M.S., B.A., Director, Library and Information Services, Associate Director, Career Services,  Master of Science, Library and Information Science, Public Librarianship, City University of New York at Queens College; Master of Arts, Criminal Justice, John Jay College of Criminal Justice; Post Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate -Forensic Anthrotology, Mercyhurst College; Bachelor of Arts; Anthropology, , State University of New York at Stonybrook; NYLA, NYS Public Librarians Certificate; NYS EMTD Certification, PBA.

DISTINGUISHED ASSOCIATES

Michael Balboni,  Executive Director & Chairman, Greater New York Health Care Facilities Association, 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.

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; 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 Collage, Florida Memorial College, Fisk Universi|y and Howard University; Presidential appointments include the Board of Foreign Scholarships, National Advisory Council to the Peace Corps, UNESCO, Comisssion 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; 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.

Laurie Giandomenico, Ph.D. Ph.D. in Nutrition and Anthropology, Cornell University; Masters of Arts in Archaeology, Cornell University; B.S. in Electrical Engineering, University of Connecticut ; 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
A Li Song, M.D. (People's Republic of China), L.Ac. (NY),  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 Medecine and Acupuncture for over nine years in China; Director of the Luo Yang Medical Health Center, Luo Yang, China; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.

DEAN EMERITUS, GRADUATE SCHOOL OF ORIENTAL MEDICINE
CLINIC DIRECTOR, GRADUATE SCHOOL OF ORIENTAL MEDICINE
Rong-Da Zhu, M.B./B.S. (People's Republic of China),  L. Ac. (NY)
 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.

CHAIR, ACUPUNCTURE AND ORIENTAL SCIENCES 
Yun Li, M.D. (People's Republic of China), L.Ac. (NY), Diplomate Acupunture & Chinese Herbal Medicine (NCCAOM)
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.

FULL TIME FACULTY

Rezan Akpinar, D.D.S. (Turkey), M.S., L.Ac. (NY), LMT (NY)  Doctor of Dental Surgery, Ataturk Dental Faculty (Turkey); Master of Science, Oriental Medicine, New York College for Wholistic Health, Education & Research; Associate in Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College for Wholistic Health, Education & Research; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State; Trained in Herbology; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Robin Choi, B.P.S.//M.S. Oriental Medicine, L.Ac. (NY), Dipl. Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine (NCCAOM)  Bachelor of Professional Studies/Master of Science in Oriental Medicine; New York College of Health Professions; 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, B.P.S.//M.S., A.O.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. 

James M. Shinol, B.P.S./ M.S., B.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.

Paula Steele, B.P.S./M.S., B.S., Dipl. Ac. (NCCAOM), L.Ac. (NY) Bachelor of Professional Studies in Health Science, Master of Science in Acupuncture, New York College of Health Professions; Master of Education, University of Toledo; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.

Heather Trujillo, B.P.S./M.S., B.S., Dipl. Ac. (NCCAOM), L.Ac. (NY) Bachelor of Professional Studies in Health Science, Master of Science in Acupuncture, New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.

James Vitale, B.P.S./M.S., B.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.

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

 

HEALTH SCIENCES ADJUNCT FACULTY

Joseph E. Aliani, D.C., B.A. , 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.

Robert Chapman, D.C., B.S., 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.

Richard S. Keohane, Sr., M.S., B.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, D.C., B.P.S./M.S., A.O.S.,  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.

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.P.S./ M.S., B.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, O.M.D. (People's Republic of China), L.Ac. (NY), Dipl. Acupuncture & Chinese Herbology (NCCAOM), 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
VICE PRESIDENT, PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
Steven Haffner, D.C., M.A. Ed.,
  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; Licensed Chiropractor New York State.

ACTING CHAIR, MASSAGE THERAPY
Hugh Mabray, B.P.S./M.S., A.O.S., LMT (NY), L.Ac. (NY)
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. 

CLINIC DIRECTOR, SCHOOL OF MASSAGE THERAPY
Sandy Greenberg, LMT (NY),
Certificate, Massage Therapy, New Center; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

FULL TIME FACULTY

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

Albert Grazia, M.S., B.A., 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.

Kelly Ann Parish, A.O.S., LMT (NY) Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

HEALTH SCIENCES ADJUNCT FACULTY

Joseph E. Aliani, D.C., B.A., 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, D.C., B.A.,  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, M.P.H., M.S., B.S., R.D., C.D.N., D.N.S.D., C.D.E., C.S.P. Columbia Universaty, 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, B.S., A.S., LMT (NY),  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, D.C., B.A., 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.S./ M.S., B.A., Bachelor of Science/Master of Science in Nutritional Science, Long Island University; Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Hofstra University.

Jacqueline Kelian, D.C., B.S., Doctor of Chiropractic, University of Bridgeport, Bachelor of Science, Neurobiology and Physiology; University of Maryland. New York State Licensed Chiropractor.

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

Jerelyn Kirby, B.P.S./M.S., B.S., A.O.S., LMT (NY), 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 York.

Mei Kong,/R.N., MSN, Master of Science in Nursing, Hunter College; Bachelor of Science, Long Island University; Senior Director, Patient Safety, Accreditation & Regulatory Services, New York City Heilth and Hospitals Corporation; Acting Deputy Executive Director of Nursing/Patient Care Services, Associate Executive Director of Nursing, Staff Development, Performance Improvement, Nursing HR and Radiology, Bellevue Hospital Center; Adjunct Professor, Bachelor and Master Degree Programs, Long Island University; Research/Grant Co-investigator: Beth Israel Medical Center, Pilot study: Recovery Time and Safe Discharge of Patients After Post Conscious Sedation; Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates (SGNA) – Research Grant, Recovery Time and Safe Discharge of Patients After Post-Conscious Sedation in Endoscopy; Publications: Gastroenterology Nursing, The Occupational Safety and Health Administration in the Workplace; Speaker/Presentations: 20th Annual NY Society of Gastroenterology Course, “Conscious Sedation and Staff Competency”; 24th Annual National SGNA Course, “Results and Conclusions of the Conscious Sedation Study.”

Salvatore Masi D.C., M.S.,
Doctor of Chiropractic, University of Bridgeport College of Charopractic, Ma{ter of Sciencel Nutrition, University of Bradgeport; Bachilor of Science Biology, SUNY Binghamton, Member, American Chiropractic Association, Licensed Chiropractor, New York State. 

Thomas McLaughlin, B.P.S./M.S., A.O.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, D.C., B.S., 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, D.C., B.S., 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, Ph.D., M.B.A., B.S., 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, M.S., B.S.,
 Master of Science in Mathematics Education, Juniata College; Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Education, Millersville University.

Joanne Gumo, M.P.A., M.S., B.A., Master of Public Administration, Baruch College; Master of Science in Education, Hofstra University; Bachelor of Arts in English, Fordham University.

MASSAGE THERAPY ADJUNCT FACULTY
ASIAN TECHNIQUE

Laurence Bouchard, B.P.S./M.S., M.B.A., A.O.S., L.Ac. (NY), LMT (NY), Bachelor B, (France),  Master of Science in Oriental Medicine, Bachelor of Professional Studies in Health Science, New York College of Health Professions; 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, B.A., A.O.S., LMT (NY) 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, B.P.S./M.S., B.S., A.O.S., L.Ac. (NY), LMT (NY), C.A.T., 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, B.P.S., A.O.S., LMT (NY), 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.

William McCaffrey, A.O.S., LMT (NY) 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 (NY) 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. 

Anne Stevens, M.A.,  B.A., A.O.S., LMT (NY), 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 B.S., A.O.S., LMT (NY), 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

Gerald Basile, B.S., A.O.S., LMT (NY),  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, B.P.S./M.S., M.B.A., A.O.S., Bachelor B, (France), LMT, L.Ac., Master of Science in Oriental Medicine, Bachelor of Professional Studies in Health Science, New York College of Health Professions; 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, B.S., A.A.S., LMT (NY), 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 (NY), 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, New York State.

Gene Desepoli, D.C., B.S., LMT (NY), NCTMB, CMPPT, CSCS, RRT, Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College; Bachelor of Science, Cardiorestiratory Science!2C State Univer{ity of New York#a| Stony Brook; Registered ^espmratory Theripisx (NY)%3J Ceztificate of'Maswage, Swedish Institute of'Mas{age Therapy; private practice!3B Certaficatiobs: Diagnosis -26amp%3N Manageient of Ayofasciil Disorders; JSCA Certified Pmrsonal ainer; NSCA Kertifie` Strejgth and Cgnditigning Specaalist!3B Certifmed Mycfascial Tvigger/Point Therapist-3B Nationel Cerpification#Thevapeutic Mas{aoe and Bodywork; Massage texxbcok reviewer fkr#Lippincott Williams & Wmlkins Company; Docent at NYG Fodies Exhibit'2006-2007; Foqnder/Director'of the Medica` Aassage Therapq Institute; Lacensed Massage Phirapist, New Ycrk State; Lacensed Chiropragtor, New York'State. ?

Charles Lee, B.P.S., A.O.S., LMT (NY), 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.

Maria Matera, A.O.S., LMT (NY), 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 (NY), Associate in Occupational Studies, Massage Therapy, New York College Health Professions; Licensed Massage Therapist , New York State.

William McCaffrey, A.O.S., LMT (NY), 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 (NY), 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 (NY), 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; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State.

Tara O'Rourke,  B.S., A.O.S., LMT (NY), 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, B.P.S./M.S., A.O.S., LMT, B.A., 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.

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.

Nicole Tzen B.S., A.O.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

Laurence Bouchard, M.S., M.B.A., B.P.S.-H.S., Bachelor B (France), A.O.S., LMT (NY), L.Ac. (NY)  Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine, Bachelor of Professional Studies in Health Science, New York College of Health Professions; Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College for Wholistic Health, Education and Research; Master of Business and Administration, Dowling College; Founder of Bonjour, French Teaching School, Paris France; Licensed Massage Therapist, Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State.

Martin Brownstein, B.A., A.O.S., 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; Instructor, Amma Technique; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State. 

Jerelyn Kirby, B.P.S./M.S., B.S., A.O.S., LMT, C.A.T., L.Ac, 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, B.P.S., A.O.S., LMT,  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, B.P.S./M.S., B.A., A.O.S., LMT, 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.

James M. Shinol, B.P.S./M.S., B.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, O.M.D. (People's Republic of China), L.Ac. (NY), Dipl. Ac. & Chinese Herbology, 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

CHIEF NURSING ADVISOR

Marion Spector, 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.

HOLISTIC NURSING ADJUNCT FACULTY

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, B.P.S., A.A.S., R.N., 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.,
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Polytechnic Intitute of New York;  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.

FULL TIME FACULTY

Nicholas Gioglio, A.O.S., LMT (NY)  Associate in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy), New York College of Health Professions; Certified Yoga Instructor; New York College of Health Professions; Licensed Massage Therapist, New York State. 


PHYSICAL ARTS ADJUNCT FACULTY

Irma Callahan, B.P.S., A.O.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, M.A., B.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.




 

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