Chiropractors/Expert Profile

Expertise

Health, fitness, exercise, nutrition, chiropractic, manipulation under anesthesia, sciatica, headache, neck pain, back pain, herniated disc, NY workers compensation injury, NY auto accident claims, Vertebral Subluxation Complex, muscle spasm; these are all along the issues, conditions, area's that I would feel qualified to comment upon. Received recognition in "PREVENTION" magazine, First Chief of Chiropractic in a NYS Hospital (1997) with citations and proclamations from the NYS Governor, NYS Senate, NYS assembly, NYC Council.

Experience in the area

Palmer College Graduate 1983, Twenty -five years in practice at the same location in my hometown of Staten Island, NY. Working with neuro-musculo-skeletal complaints for 25 years. Techniques primarily utilized: Chiropractic via Palmer Package, diversified, thompson, SOT, Activator, Manipulation Under Anesthesia; Nutrition.

Organizations

Pi Kappa Chi Chiropractic Professional Fraternity- pledge president 1980, student chapter Vice President 1981, PCC PKX student President 1982, Pi Kappa Chi Alumni Association President 1985- 1996, PKX alumni Brother of the Year 1984, 1985, 1986 ; Knights of Columbus, Masons, Ancient Order of Hibernians

Publications

Selected to make Oral Presentation, American Public Health Association (2003)

Education/Credentials

Bachelor of Science (cum laude) Wagner College 1979 Doctorate of Chiropractic (cum laude) Palmer Chiropractic 1983 Licensed Doctor of Chiropractic, New Jersey (38MC00634000) & New York (X3567) Diplomat, National Board of Chiropractic Examiners Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician - A.C.A./New York Chiropractic College (1986) Diplomat, American Chiropractic Board of Sport Physicians (1996) Diplomat, American Academy of Pain Management (1998) Certified Personal Fitness Trainer Certified Emergency Medical Technician - New York State and National Registry Certified Manipulation Under Anesthesia (1998) Certified Clinical Nutritionist - International & American Assoc. of Clinical Nutrition (1999)

Awards and Honors

Prevention Magazine/ Alliance for Chiropractic Progress - (one of six nationally) – Award for Chiropractic Excellence 1998 First Chief of Chiropractic in a Hospital in New York State 1997 SICTV NOVA (Notable, Outstanding Video Achievement Award) - Viewers Choice Award for Most Popular Series (1996, 1997, and 1998) Volunteer Heart Resuscition Unit - Commendation for Meritorious Service (1994) SICTV NOVA (Notable, Outstanding Video Achievement Award) - Best Health Series (1994) Staten Island Richmond Lions - Melvin Jones Fellowship Award (1993) Pi Kappa Chi - Alumni Fraternity Brother of the Year (1987 and 1988) Selected to make Oral Presentation, American Public Health Association (2003) American Chiropractic Board of Sport Physicians Symposium presentation - Adolescent Athletic Injury, Prevention and Rehabilitation (2004)

Past/Present Clients

Doctors Hospital of Staten Island; Chief of Chiropractic (1997-2001); 1050 Targee Street, S.I.,N.Y. 10304 Curtis High School Football (1988 to present) Current NYC PSAL Football CHAMPION 2007

What do you like about this subject?

Chiropractic is a safe, natural, effective approach to many health conditions. I have benefited personally from chiropractic care, so has my entire family. I enjoy the 'academics' and science of chiropractic; I enjoy the interaction with patients during the practice of chiropractic. Chiropractic is a rewarding profession and lifestyle.

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?

I hope to learn EVERY day and practice for the REST of my life. It is exciting and fun.