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Jack Husney, MD, offers exceptional gastroenterology and weight-loss services at his eponymous New York City practice, located in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Husney provides personalized care to patients dealing with medical conditions like peptic ulcers, abdominal pain, and screening colonoscopy.

Dr. Husney is a triple board-certified gastroenterologist who completed his training in both gastroenterology and hepatology at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. He  continued his education for non-surgical weight loss at Weill Cornell Medical Center.

Patients struggling to lose weight on their own can count on Dr. Husney to provide the latest non-surgical weight-loss strategies for long-term success.

Dr. Husney also holds the title of Honorary NYPD surgeon, where he serves as a consultant to the New York Police Department in times of need. He has been selected to NY Times Rising Super Doctors. 

Constipation, bloating, and diarrhea are only some of the symptoms Dr. Husney treats on a regular basis. He assists all patients, providing personalized diagnostic testing and treatments for long-term relief of GI problems.

Colonoscopies are one of several essential tools Dr. Husney utilizes to diagnose a wide range of problems in the bowels, such as celiac disease or polyps.

Dr. Husney is a highly respected gastroenterologist, giving patients the leading treatments for chronic GI issues such as Crohn’s disease, GERD, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). He takes the time to know each patient in order to provide the best care.

He has engaged in various research projects including basic science research, clinical pharmacology, and clinical research. His work has been published in several major gastroenterology journals and he has presented his research at multiple national conferences. He continues to educate  shares his expertise with residents and medical students. He’s passionate about passing his knowledge on to the next group of doctors in his specialized field.

Call Jack Husney, MD, today to schedule a consultation gastrointestinal issues or weight loss, or book an appointment on the website.

Nehal Mehta, MD, FCCP, FAASM, is a board-certified pulmonary doctor at Respacare in Bridgewater, New Jersey. He specializes in pulmonology, critical care, and sleep medicine and is especially interested in assisting patients with pulmonary fibrosis, asthma, septic shock, and sleep apnea. 

Dr. Mehta earned his medical degree at Saint George’s University School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies. He then received medical training at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (now part of Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences) in Newark, New Jersey, New York University in New York City, and JFK Medical Center in Atlantis/Miami, Florida.

To better serve the diverse community in Bridgewater, Dr. Mehta speaks Gujarati in addition to English. 

Dr. Mehta is board-certified in pulmonary medicine, critical care, and sleep medicine. 

When his patients require hospital-based care, Dr. Mehta has an affiliation with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset in Somerville. 

He maintains professional memberships with the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, the Society of Critical Care Medicine, and the American College of Chest Physicians.

Prashant Patel, MD, is a board-certified pulmonary physician at Respacare in Bridgewater, New Jersey. He specializes in pulmonary care, critical care, and sleep medicine and works closely with patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, allergies, interstitial lung disease, and sleep apnea.

Dr. Patel earned his medical degree at Ross University School of Medicine in St. Michael, Barbados. He then completed medical education and training at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (now part of Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences) in Newark, and Hackensack University Medical Center, also in New Jersey. He received further medical training at the East Orange VA Medical Center in New Jersey.

Dr. Patel is board-certified in pulmonary medicine, critical care medicine, and sleep medicine. 

For hospital-based care, Dr. Patel has affiliations with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset in Somerville and Hunterdon Medical Center in Flemington, both in New Jersey.

He maintains professional memberships with the American College of Chest Physicians, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and the Society of Critical Care Medicine.

Anastasios Manessis, MD, FACE, ECNU, ABOM, is a double-board certified physician at  Endocrine Associates of West Village PC in Murray Hill, Manhattan, and Long Island City, New York, specializing in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism and obesity medicine. Dr. Manessis has an endocrine certification in neck ultrasounds and has extensive experience in diagnosing, treating, and managing endocrine disorders, including diabetes, thyroid disorders, hormonal dysfunction, and obesity.  

Dr. Manessis pursued his undergraduate education at Manhattan College, graduating magna cum laude with distinction in biochemistry. He earned his medical degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo. Dr. Manessis completed a combined residency in internal medicine and pediatrics at New York Medical College at Saint Vincent’s Hospital in New York. Following a year as chief medical resident, he completed a two-year clinical fellowship in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism, where his research interest, among others, involved the use of insulin pumps in patients with Type II diabetes. 

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Manessis was a faculty member in the Department of Medicine at New York Medical College from 2008-2010. He then joined the faculty of New York University in 2011. He has been involved in many clinical research projects, including long-term studies to evaluate the efficacy and safety of GLP-I agonists and weight loss agents. Dr. Manessis’ primary clinical interest includes the treatment of diabetic patients with insulin pumps and how it has benefited the well-being of patients long-term.

Elizaveta is a Mental Health Counselor with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Touro University, dedicated to supporting individuals through life’s challenges and transitions. She views her work as a meaningful opportunity to help clients better understand themselves while fostering growth and emotional well-being. Elizaveta creates a therapeutic environment where clients feel safe, supported, and encouraged to show up as their authentic selves.

Through a collaborative and client-centered approach, she helps individuals explore how their thoughts, emotions, physical experiences, identity, cultural background, and relationships influence their daily lives. Her work focuses on helping clients move toward meaningful change that aligns with their personal values and goals.

Elizaveta utilizes an integrative, evidence-based approach tailored to each individual’s needs. She specializes in working with anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, grief, and bereavement. She understands that experiences of loss, trauma, and overwhelming stress can feel isolating, and she is committed to providing a steady and compassionate presence throughout the healing process.

She prioritizes creating a warm, nonjudgmental, and supportive space while also gently encouraging clients to challenge patterns that may be keeping them stuck. In her work, Elizaveta draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and psychodynamic approaches to help clients build insight, strengthen coping strategies, and develop a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Emmanuel Valery, MD, is a board-certified internist at LaSante Health Center in the Prospect Lefferts Gardens area of Brooklyn. Dr. Valery diagnoses and treats chronic illnesses, offers preventative and primary care, and provides excellent treatments for patients in New York City with cardiovascular, digestive, respiratory, circulatory or other chronic health issues.

Dr. Valery was born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, and has been in the medical field for over three decades. He immigrated to New York, where he received his Bachelor of Science from Long Island University in New York City. Dr. Valery then completed his Doctor of Medicine at The Universidad del Noreste (UNE) School of Medicine in Tampico, Mexico. He went on to finish his residency in internal medicine at Kings County Hospital and completed the prestigious Fifth Pathway program for the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, both in New York City. 

Serving the community for years, Dr. Valery was the medical director at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, the CEO of Bedford Medical Group, and practiced at SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Kings County Hospital and the Bronx Lebanon Special Care Center, all in New York City.

Dr. Valery leads several community service and outreach initiatives and is a member of the NOAH NY, a not-for-profit organization that helps provide free health care to residents of Haiti. He has received numerous awards for his efforts.

As an immigrant and multilingual in English, Haitian Creole, French, and Spanish, Dr. Valery is passionate about serving diverse patients at LaSante Health Center. He brings years of medical knowledge to provide quality internal medicine care.

Dr. Valery is a member of the American Medical Association, Asclepius Medical Society, and certified by The American Board of Internal Medicine.

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Dexter McKenzie, MD, is an experienced internist and pediatrician serving patients of all ages at LaSante Health Center in the Prospect Lefferts Gardens area of Brooklyn. Dr. McKenzie has served the central Brooklyn community for over 30 years as a registered pharmacist and physician and treats a wide range of medical conditions for adults and children in New York City. 

After immigrating to Brooklyn from the Caribbean, Dr. McKenzie attended the public schools in the area, then received his Bachelor of Science in pharmaceutical and health sciences from Arnold and Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences at Long Island University in New York City. He completed his Doctor of Medicine at Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee, and was honored with a residency and internship in internal medicine and pediatrics from Kings County Hospital in New York City. 

Dr. McKenzie is proud to serve a diverse range of patients at LaSante Health Center and advocates as a health educator, mentor to youth, and for the medical care of single mothers and senior citizens. He is passionate about supporting the local arts and small businesses. His involvement in the community has garnered him several awards and recognition. 

Dr. McKenzie is president of the Provident Clinical Society of Brooklyn, and a member of the National Medical Association, Medical Society of the State of New York, New York Empire State Medical Association, and The Medical Society of the County of Kings.

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Education and training

• State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, Master's in Family Nursing

Languages spoken

• English
• Spanish
• Hebrew