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Steven Golinowski, DO, is a physician at blueprintMD in Valley Stream, Massapequa, and Melville, New York. He is dual board-certified in family practice and osteopathic manipulative medicine and has over 30 years of clinical experience.

Dr. Golinowski earned his Bachelor of Arts in psychobiology from New York University in New York City, New York. He attended medical school at the New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) College of Osteopathic Medicine in Old Westbury, New York, and graduated with his doctoral degree in osteopathic medicine.

Dr. Golinowski completed his residency in family medicine at Peninsula Hospital Center in Queens, New York, and then began working in private practice. 

Dr. Golinowski is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center in West Islip, New York, working as the director of osteopathic medical education. He also serves as a clinical assistant professor of family practice at the NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine in Old Westbury, New York.

At blueprintMD, Dr. Golinowski takes a forward-thinking approach to health care. He works closely with his patients to develop personalized, comprehensive treatment plans, giving them the support they need to enjoy their best health at every age.

Dr. Golinowski enjoys giving his patients superior care and welcoming new ones.

 

Our office provides PRIMARY care for your health. We pledge to continue to provide an environment to meet your needs as a person.

Todd Halper, MD, is a board-certified primary care doctor and family medicine physician at Halper Family Medicine in Rockville Centre and Bayport, New York. Dr. Halper grew up watching his father treat patients in his community and form lasting relationships throughout their care. Today, he works hard at his private practice to take care of his patients as if they’re members of his own family and helps them avoid getting ill with preventive care.

Dr. Halper earned his degree in medicine from the University of the West Indies Faculty of Medicine St. Augustine in Trinidad. He then moved back to his home state of New York for a residency in family practice at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset. In 2009 during this residency, his outstanding communication skills and knowledge were recognized when he earned the Resident Teacher Award.

Halper Family Medicine is known as the best health care facility in the area. Dr. Halper offers a wide variety of services for patients of all ages, including Botox® injections, IV infusions, regenerative medicine using their own PRP or stem cells, and annual physical exams. He dedicates the necessary time to explain his patients’ conditions and treatments in-depth so that they have a complete understanding of their own care.

When he isn’t at Halper Family Medicine caring for patients, Dr. Halper loves to give back to his community through volunteer work. He teaches future doctors at New York’s Stony Brook University and Hofstra University in Hempstead.

Nora Taha, MD, offers the best in Physical Medicine and Interventional pain management at her Elmwood Park, New Jersey, medical practice, LiveWell Pain Management. 

By customizing a wide range of integrative medicine options for each individual, Dr. Taha restores hope to people dealing with back pain, arthritis, hip pain, knee pain, and other types of chronic pain. 

Dr. Taha earned her undergraduate degree at Rutgers University, The State University of New Jersey, in New Brunswick. She went on to earn her medical degree at St. Matthew’s University School of Medicine in Grand Cayman Island, British West Indies. 

Dr. Taha completed an Internal Medicine Preliminary Internship at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in Champaign, Illinois, and a Physical Medicine and Rehab residency at the State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. 

She also completed a Musculoskeletal Medicine fellowship in Sports and Spine Medicine through Rutgers University in Newark, New Jersey. 

Dr. Taha is board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation as well as Musculoskeletal Ultrasound. She’s a certified COOLIEF* practitioner for cooled radiofrequency ablation and is MILD® certified to provide Minimally Invasive Lumbar Decompression. Dr. Taha is currently undergoing her certification in medical Acupuncture as well as functional medicine. 

Dr. Taha treats all different types of musculoskeletal pain and offers joint injections, viscosupplementation, regenerative medicine, spinal cord stimulator trials, and many other innovative therapies that relieve pain without major surgery. 

At this time, Dr. Taha welcomes patients to call LiveWell Pain Management or schedule an appointment using the online booking tool today.

CenterHealth Medical is a patient-focused clinic, providing exceptional primary care to residents of Flushing, New York, and throughout Queens in New York City. Owned by board-certified Wan Tan Chang, MD, the clinic brings several aesthetic services with top-of-the-line equipment and facilities to maximize results and keep wait times to a minimum.

Dr. Chang’s passion for quality health care started with a baccalaureate in biology from Long Island University in Brooklyn, New York. Following this, he attended St. Matthew’s University School of Medicine to obtain his medical degree and start his path toward comprehensive care.

Dr. Chang and the CenterHealth Medical specialists provide impeccable family care services to ensure optimal health. The team is passionate about preventive care and can offer benefits, such as physical exams and weight-loss management to avoid chronic disease before it occurs. They can also perform specialized DOT and immigration physicals.

The health care experts take pride in caring for their residents' sexual health by performing routine STD testing. If you’re looking to be more proactive with health care, Dr. Chang provides IV therapy and aesthetics to enhance the body’s longevity. Their specialists use personalized injections, such as Botox and platelet-rich plasma to achieve impeccable results.

With over 20 years of experience, people of all demographics come to CenterHealth and Medical to receive exceptional care. Dr. Chang is familiar with all walks of life, especially the LGBTQ+ community and older patients. In addition to English, Dr. Chang speaks Mandarin, Wenzhounese, and Cantonese to provide care to an even wider population. 

Call today to schedule an appointment and start an improved health journey. You can also book online through the reservation system.

Board-certified radiologist David Payne, MD, provides diagnostic radiology services to people of all ages at All County Radiology, his practice in the Fresh Meadows neighborhood of Queens. Dr. Payne offers comprehensive imaging services in New York City, including traumatic brain imaging, workers’ compensation, and no-fault accident cases.

Dr. Payne received a Bachelor of Arts degree at the University of Pennsylvania, then graduated with a Doctor of Medicine from Howard University School of Medicine in Washington, DC.  

After finishing a residency in diagnostic radiology at New York Medical College at St. Vincent’s Hospital and Medical Center of New York (in New York City), he completed an internal medicine internship at Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla, New York. 

He pursued advanced training, finishing a fellowship in neuroradiology at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University in Brooklyn, New York.

Dr. Payne is a member of the American College of Radiology and a senior American Society of Neuroradiology member. He also serves as a consulting radiologist for professional sports teams.

Dr. Juliet Ovshayev is a board certified physician of osteopathic medicine practicing for thirty-one years. She practices a unique blend of internal and holistic medicine to provide patients with the best results. By combining natural compounds, vitamins, herbs, and prescription medicines, she is able to reduce symptoms, alleviate suffering, and treat "the root of the problem". Her expertise goes beyond the basic expectation of primary care physicians. She has experience in functional and cosmetic medicine, and is an esteemed member of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. Her approach utilizes the medicine of tomorrow today.

Sarah J. Shah, DNP, APN, A-GNP-C is a board certified and doctorally prepared nurse practitioner who specialized in adult-gerontology primary care. She graduated as Summa cum laude, was honored with academic excellence, and as a member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society from Rutgers School of Nursing in May 2022. She is dedicated to practicing holistic and preventative care for improved quality and longevity of life. Also, she is passionate about patient empowered healthcare and advocates for patients as a whole person rather than as defined by their diseases. Education: Rutgers School of Nursing: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care - Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree (2022) Board Certified by American Association of Nurse Practitioners (2022)

Erin M. Heaslip is a board-certified music therapist and licensed social worker. She completed her master’s in music therapy from the University of Miami and has been practicing music therapy since 2011. She completed her master’s in social work in 2024 from Boston University and is licensed in New Jersey and New York. Erin offers both virtual and in person sessions in the Hoboken office.

She has experience with children with developmental disabilities and neurodiverse clients and families. She enjoys working with adults, children, and families to work through adverse experiences, life changes, those working through depression and anxiety. She is knowledgeable in women’s issues related to infertility, postpartum care and perinatal mental health.  Through a strengths perspective, she uses music and creative arts modalities, in addition to talk therapy to learn and implement positive coping strategies for improved well-being. Erin works to provide a safe environment, while maintaining a positive and supportive relationship. Through acceptance and empathy, she utilizes therapeutic interventions using psychodynamic, humanistic, and cognitive behavioral principles in her practice. Each person is unique and is valued when working towards their treatment goals. I look forward to working with you!

Betrice Thompson is a highly experienced LCSW with over 30 years of dedicated service in the field of social work, specializing in geriatric issues, such as adjustment disorder, grief and loss, hospice, depression, anxiety, and caregiver support. She has assisted families and individuals through the difficult process of selecting alternative placement and services.

Betrice passion extends to working with the faith community, particularly clergy (pastors and their families) addressing issues related to mental health challenges often not discussed in the faith community.

Betrice holds several advanced degrees including a master’s in social work from the University of Oklahoma-Norman, a master’s in education with a specialty in gerontology from the University of Central Oklahoma-Edmond. She recently obtained a double master’s in Divinity and Pastoral Care and Counseling from New Brunswick Theological Seminary, New Brunswick. She holds certificates from the National Association of Social Workers where she has been a member for several years in Clinical Social Worker Supervision and as a Certified Advanced Social Work Case Manager (C-ASWM). Betrice is the owner of Beyond Christian Counseling, a faith-based agency providing counseling services to the community.

If interested in scheduling a virtual appointment, contact Hudson River Care and Counseling at 201-541-8600.