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Dr. Saltzman realized a calling to medicine during the height of the HIV/AIDS crisis in New York City in the mid-eighties.  Prior to entering the field of medicine Dr. Saltzman worked in the music business for record companies and publishers. Moving in the NYC club scene of the nineties, Dr. Saltzman saw many of her friends and colleagues become ill with AIDS.  She observed the rampant prejudice and stigma that LGBTQ people and IV drug users suffered, and committed herself to becoming a physician specializing in HIV/AIDS.

Despite not having a background in the sciences Dr. Saltzman was able to earn admission to medical school, while supporting herself as a single parent.  After medical school, she chose to do her residency at St. Vincent’s Hospital in New York City, which was at the forefront of providing specialized treatment for patients with HIV/AIDS.  After completing her residency, she practiced at the Samuels Clinic at Roosevelt Hospital (now The Institute for Advanced Medicine at Mount Sinai), a major outpatient center for patients during the epidemic.  While practicing at the Samuels Clinic, Dr. Saltzman was an early prescriber of the “triple cocktail”, the first effective combination therapy for HIV.

Dr. Saltzman’s interest in addiction was born out of her experience providing care for HIV/AIDS patients who were often IV drug users. She was one of the first physicians in New York City to embrace the use of Suboxone, a novel medication for the treatment of opiate addiction, that allows patients to access treatment without daily clinic visits as is the case with methadone therapy.  Suboxone was one of the first therapies approved for in-office prescribing under the federal Drug Addiction Treatment Act of 2000. By prescribing Suboxone on an outpatient basis Dr. Saltzman is able to help patients get back to their work and family, and functioning at a high level.

Dr. Saltzman founded her busy Midtown Health and Wellness Center in 2000.  She focuses on providing individualized care, realizing that patients need more than the standardized approach for addiction treatment.  Dr. Saltzman provides guidance through all stages of recovery, supporting patients with primary care, individual and group therapy. She feels addiction is treated incorrectly in many settings with a focus on simply handing out prescriptions, instead of a more comprehensive approach.
Dr. Saltzman is a well-known expert in the field of addiction and regularly expresses her views on television, radio, and in the press.  She uses warmth and humor to engage with her patients. She understands where they’re coming from and does not judge them, using empathy and compassion to deliver the most appropriate individualized treatment options.

Jeffery Tun, MD, is an internal medicine physician serving New York City patients at his own private practice, located in Midtown East, Manhattan and Forest Hills, Queens. Dr. Tun offers holistic care, with a high-tech approach, to help diagnose and treat many common health conditions.

Prior to his medical training, Dr. Tun graduated from the State University of New York at Albany with a bachelor's degree in psychology.  During his undergraduate studies, he was very involved in the university's peer counseling program for many years, helping students with mental health challenges. 

After graduating, Dr. Tun briefly worked in finance at companies, including Morgan Stanley and J.P.Morgan, before ultimately deciding to pursue medicine. His medical studies began at the State University of New York at Stony Brook, in Stony Brook, New York, as a post-baccalaureate, where he excelled academically in all of his science courses. During that time, Dr. Tun served as a teaching assistant in general chemistry as well as molecular and cellular biology. He also volunteered his time at the Stony Brook University Medical Center's Pediatric Oncology Clinic. 

Dr. Tun earned his medical degree in 2011 from St. George's University School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indes. He completed his subsequent residency in internal medicine at the Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center, which is affiliated with Weill Cornell Medical College, in the Mott Haven neighborhood of the Bronx. Dr. Tun is a recent graduate of a fast-paced, busy inner-city hospital within New York City with a large, diverse patient population affected by an array of complex conditions. 

Dr. Tun's experiences include both outpatient and inpatient medical management. He has rotated in many specialty clinics within his residency program and has experience working in cardiology, pulmonology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, rheumatology, hematology-oncology, nephrology, neurology, dermatology, infectious diseases, geriatrics, and anesthesia. Dr. Tun also has extensive experience using point-of-care ultrasound, including to diagnose and treat conditions affecting the heart and lungs. As a recent graduate, he is up-to-date with the latest medical treatment available to his patients. 

Dr. Tun's medical training has also been enriched by his involvement in medical research.  During his time at Stony Brook University, he was a senior research associate at Stony Brook School of Medicine, coordinating and facilitating clinical research studies within the Emergency Medicine department of Stony Brook Medical Center. During medical school, he was a research associate within the Albert Einstein College of Medicine - Montefiore Medical Center, located in the Morris Park neighborhood of the Bronx. There, he analyzed patient data as a part of a multi-center research study to help improve the medical management of patients with sickle cell disease.

Throughout his residency training, Dr. Tun was a Quality Improvement Project Leader in association with Weill Cornell Medical College at Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center. His project studied the clinical practices of clinician's management of cirrhotic patients in terms of spontaneous bacterial peritonitis prophylaxis. Through his research and the implementation of his findings, he was able to improve the condition of cirrhotic patients.

Today, at his practice, Dr. Tun and his team offer comprehensive care for a variety of common health conditions. They offer diagnosis and treatment for chronic health conditions like diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, and more. They also perform routine physicals, immigration physicals, vaccinations, and in-house lab testing at their state-of-the-art office to ensure their patients can conveniently access the care that they need.

To schedule an appointment with a physician who takes a modern and holistic approach to healthcare, call the offices of Jeffery Tun, MD, or request an appointment online today. 

Jamie Gabel, PA-C, MS, is a highly skilled physician assistant at Advitam in Midtown Manhattan, New York. With a focus on metabolic medicine, Jamie offers innovative therapies that help patients overcome the effects of aging and improve their overall well-being.

Jamie’s dedication to education and staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in medicine is evident in his extensive training. He completed his bachelor's degree in athletic training and sports medicine at Hofstra University and went on to obtain his master's degree in physician assistant studies at Touro College in New York. 

He is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Physician Assistants, New York Society of Physician Assistants, Dr. Seeds Scientific Research and Performance Institute, American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, and the International Peptide Society.

Jamie has a wealth of experience working with patients from all walks of life. He has worked with the New York Jets in the NFL and the New York Saints, a professional lacrosse team. He has also treated hundreds of tennis professionals and was asked to join as a medical assistant for the Israeli Davis Cup. His travels to over 17 different countries and half of the United States have given him a unique perspective on patient care.

At Advitam, Jamie is thrilled to be one of the founding members of the team. With his extensive training in wellness, anti-aging treatment, peptide therapy, and restorative therapies, he is committed to providing patients with personalized attention and care. If you are looking for a physician assistant who can help you improve your quality of life and feel your best, Jamie Gabel, PA-C, MS, is here to help. Contact Advitam to schedule an appointment today.

T. Cristina Sardinha, MD, FACS, FASCRS, is a board-certified surgeon on the team at Progressive Surgical Care, an exceptional surgery practice with locations in Manhasset Hills in New Hyde Park and the Lindenwood area in Howard Beach, New York. She specializes in general surgery and colorectal surgery.

Dr. Sardinha was born, raised, educated, and trained in Brazil. She earned her medical degree from Bahian School of Medicine and Public Health and completed residencies in general and trauma surgery at the University of Sao Paulo, including working under the leadership of internationally renowned colorectal surgeon Dr. Angelita Habr-Gama.

Dr. Sardinha eventually relocated to the United States and completed a research fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic campus in Florida and a general surgery chief residency at the Long Island Jewish Medical Center in Queens, New York. She returned to the Cleveland Clinic in Florida for a clinical fellowship in colorectal surgery under the leadership of Dr. Steven Wexner.

With more than 20 years of experience as a surgeon, Dr. Sardinha is highly regarded in her field. She’s certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery, has authored numerous publications, and frequently speaks at international surgical conferences.

She is president-elect for the New York Surgical Society and will be the second female president ever in the oldest, most prestigious surgical organization in the country. She’s admired by her peers, is the doctor’s doctor, and has won numerous awards for surgical education.

She has been elected voluntary attending surgeon of the year at Long Island Jewish Medical Center two times. She is most proud of the “Straight from the Heart” award given to her as the most compassionate surgeon at LIJMC.

Dr. Sardinha treasures family time and is grateful for the love of her patients.  Her greatest accomplishment is being the mother to her son Lucas.

MEET DR. EIDGAH

Dr. Eidgah is a family physician and primary care provider serving the New York City community from his practice in the East Village. Dr. Eidgah sees patients from around the surrounding area including Union Square and Downtown New York. He holds the American Board of Family Medicine certification and is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians.

What Makes Dr. Eidgah a Good Choice for My Doctor?

If you want a doctor who is caring and compassionate and also skilled in treating for and caring for families, then Dr. Eidgah is your best choice. He offers the New York City communities a great deal of experience that is backed up by strong education. He graduated from the Ross University School of Medicine and did his residency at the South Nassau Communities Hospital where he served as a family medicine doctor.

What Hospitals Is Dr. Eidgah Affiliated With?

He is privileged to work at Mount Sinai Beth Israel on Manhattan's Lower East Side. As a teaching hospital, Mount Sinai Beth Israel offers cutting edge care and treatment to patients who suffer from cardiac disease and cancer or who need care because of neurological or orthopedic issues. The facility offers specialty services for GI, psych, pain management, and HIV/Aids research. Dr. Eidgah also has privileges at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai, which offers service to over 225,000 patients per year.

What Services Does Dr. Eidgah Offer?

As a family doctor, he offers a well-rounded set of services that make up a complete care menu for people of all ages, in all walks of life, and who may have medical issues that are vastly different. As such you can expect same day visits for illness, a comprehensive set of services designed for prevention, management of stress, allergies, asthma, GI and digestion, cardiovascular, dermatology, and mental health. Dr. Eidgah has experience treating children, teens, adults, and older adults. While his patients are all different, he offers the same care and compassion to each of them.

 

Hi, I’m Dr Matt Pabis. I’m a board certified family medicine doctor trained in upstate New York where I learned how to do a lot on my own, and now I’m practicing back home in the city where I handle as much as I can in the office without sending you all over the city for needless referrals.

I was raised in New York City. I completed my residency in Schenectady NY. I started off working for a big corporate medical practice in Harlem, but found that it did not give me the time to really know my patients. It felt like an assembly line; 15 minutes to see one problem and move on. I didn’t want to practice medicine like that. I wanted to get to know my patients, and really understand them to make their lives and health better.

Then the opportunity to start a primary care practice in a pain management, orthopedic, and cosmetic practice presented itself and I jumped on it. I loved my time there, but it still did not feel quite like home. Even though there was a lot to learn and do, the variety of patients wasn’t there.

So I decided to move on and start my own primary care practice. I also took the position of a medical director of a psychiatric, and substance abuse clinic in the same building where my office is located.

I developed a practice where I work with my patients to help them be as healthy as they can be. I don’t push one medicine or another, I am always open to new ideas or new treatment plans, and every treatment plan is developed with you. If option 1 or option 2 don’t work for you, we can figure an option that does work.

Additionally I’m comfortable with opioid addiction therapy, medical cannabinoids, preventive HIV medication, and Vivitrol Injections. And in some occasions, I can do house calls.


NEW PATIENTS PLEASE CALL.
RETURNING PATIENTS CAN MAKE AN APPOINTMENT ONLINE OR CALL MY CELL.

Brendan Farnand, PA, is a skilled and bright Physician Assistant specializing in Adult Primary Care at Tru Medical Management with two practice locations in the Navy Hill and Williamsburg neighborhoods of Brooklyn, New York. Using telemedicine, Brendan provides high-quality, patient-centered, adult primary care for each and every patient.

 

Brendan sees patients every Wednesday via telehealth only. Existing patients can expect an appointment duration of about 15 minutes, whereas new patients can expect around 30 minutes.

 

To get started with Tru Medical Management today, call either office in Brooklyn, New York, or request your telemedicine appointment online.

 

Paul Chen, DO, is a board-certified Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine specializing in Family Medicine at Tru Medical Management. Dr. Chen sees patients at both practice locations in the Navy Hill and Williamsburg neighborhoods of Brooklyn, New York.

 

Dr. Chen feels fortunate to be working at Tru Medical Management, providing preventive and conservative medicine alongside a team who truly cares about the health and well-being of each patient. Medical care is administered to each and every patient by people who care.

 

Get started with Tru Medical Management today. Call either office to request your consultation with Dr. Chen or book your appointment online today

 

In order to optimize self care, together we will Engage your mental health, lifestyle, and wellness goals holistically. My priority is to Educate you on pharmaceutical, non pharmaceutical and lifestyle modification to maximize your wellness. You will become Empowered to prioritize self care unaplogetically, and optimize your health. My experienc begins over 28 years; first as a Registerd Nurse working in community/public health caring for women and children. During that time along with my two collegues we founded a not for profit, Casa de Esperanza para Mujeres y Ninos, Inc. Providing supportive services for women and children impacted by HIV, Homelessness, Intimate Partner Violence, and Mental Health/Addiction. For the past 10 years I have worked as a Nurse Practitioner in Family Practice in both New York City and Upstate New York. Family Health has provided me the opportunity to work with patients from all walks of life allowing me the opportunity to service families.

I was born and raised in NYC and would like to provide quality medical care to the city I love. I accept patients of all ages and can see patients with various illnesses/chronic issues (HTN/Diabetes/High Cholesterol/Pulmonary Conditions/Vertigo/Dizziness/Skin Conditions/Anxiety/Depression/MSK Pain). I provide preventative care and can also see patients for various acute conditions. I am an avid listener and hold doctor/patient relationship very sacred; developing that relationship is something I cherish and find very rewarding. I hope and look forward to meeting you and be able to provide the care that you deserve.

Brendan Farnand, PA, is a skilled and bright Physician Assistant specializing in Adult Primary Care at Tru Medical Management with two practice locations in the Navy Hill and Williamsburg neighborhoods of Brooklyn, New York. Using telemedicine, Brendan provides high-quality, patient-centered, adult primary care for each and every patient.

 

Brendan sees patients every Wednesday via telehealth only. Existing patients can expect an appointment duration of about 15 minutes, whereas new patients can expect around 30 minutes.

 

To get started with Tru Medical Management today, call either office in Brooklyn, New York, or request your telemedicine appointment online.

 

Paul Chen, DO, is a board-certified Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine specializing in Family Medicine at Tru Medical Management. Dr. Chen sees patients at both practice locations in the Navy Hill and Williamsburg neighborhoods of Brooklyn, New York.

 

Dr. Chen feels fortunate to be working at Tru Medical Management, providing preventive and conservative medicine alongside a team who truly cares about the health and well-being of each patient. Medical care is administered to each and every patient by people who care.

 

Get started with Tru Medical Management today. Call either office to request your consultation with Dr. Chen or book your appointment online today

 

Dr. Marcelo P. Marin focuses on delivering quality of care and patient satisfaction by emphasizing listening, communication, and compassion. He explains the plan of care from day one. He does ensure to work as a team with the patient. He does make sure the patient complaints are well understood. He has experience working in Emergency Care, Family Care. Dr. Marin is currently providing Pain Management, Neurology Care, Psychiatric care, Plasma Rich in Platelets and Intravenous Therapy and Regenerative Medicine. He is certified by the AANP.