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Medical Compass MD, led by David Dunaief, MD, is an integrative, functional, and lifestyle medicine practice with offices in Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn, in New York City and in Setauket, New York, on Long Island.

Dr. Dunaief takes a plant-based approach to wellness as derived through nutritional medicine and lifestyle interventions that reverse, prevent and treat chronic disease. He takes an individualized approach to care, using cutting-edge medical research to guide his decision making.  

Medical Compass MD specializes in chronic care management, providing integrative medicine treatments for conditions like autoimmune disorders, diabetes, migraines, and heart disease. 

With a focus on preventive medicine, Dr. Dunaief’s integrative approach uses the low inflammatory foods every day (LIFE) diet — a plant-based, nutrient-dense, whole-foods approach to health and wellness.

Dedicated to improving health care for all, the practice produces cutting-edge research on the LIFE diet that has been published in peer-reviewed medical journals.

At Medical Compass MD, the focus is on reversing, treating, and preventing chronic disease by connecting conventional medicine with lifestyle modifications. This approach gives patients the ability to take a more proactive role in managing their own health.

For evidence-based medical care for optimal health, call Medical Compass MD or request an appointment online today.

Board-certified in adult and pediatric allergy and immunology, Peter Benincasa, MD, proudly serves the communities of Clark, Garfield, and Clifton, New Jersey. As one of the expert providers of Consultants in Asthma, Allergy and Immunology, Dr. Benincasa dedicates himself to providing patients of all ages with excellent medical care.

Dr. Benincasa earned his medical degree from the University of Naples Federico II School of Medicine in Naples, Italy. Then he relocated to the United States to complete his internship and medical residency in adult and pediatric immunology at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey.

During his training, Dr. Benincasa was named chief medical resident at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, New Jersey.  He has served as clinical assistant professor in the division of allergy and immunology at UMDNJ teaching internists and pediatricians who wish to specialize in allergy and immunology. Dr. Benincasa stays current on emerging research and medical developments

His commitment to excellence in the field of allergy and immunology has remained strong throughout his years of service.

Yung Park, MD, is a double board-certified internal medicine and psychiatry physician serving patients at Elevate Medical in Midtown Manhattan.

Ahmadur Rahman is a detailed and thorough physician specializing in internal medicine and primary care. Dr. Rahman is serving his patients in Manahattan, NY and Jamaica, NY with his two private practices. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. 

Dr. Rahman received his doctorate degree from the Ross University School of Medicine. He then completed his Internal Medicine residency at the Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. Dr. Rahman welcomes patients to his practice who are experiencing issues such as acne, bunions, arthritis, asthma, ear infections, and diabetes. With his informative bedside manner, Dr. Rahman works to a solution for improved health and healing. Dr. Rahman provides services for his patients that include annual physicals, ECG/EKG, bone density measurements, and annual skin screenings, among many others. 

Dr. Rahman enjoys participating in outdoor activities, when time permits. He enjoys spending time with his family, photography, and traveling.

Dr. Lwin graduated from the University of Medicine in 2008. She works in Brooklyn, NY and 3 other locations and specializes in Internal Medicine. Dr. Lwin is affiliated with The Brooklyn Hospital Center, Wykoff Medical Center and Long Island Community Hospital. She specializes in General Medicine as well as addiction medicine. She loves being in the medical field and her passion for her patients shows. She has also toured the world with Physicians without Boarders helping spread health and awareness to those who most need it.

Board-certified in adult and pediatric allergy and immunology, Peter Benincasa, MD, proudly serves the communities of Clark, Garfield, and Clifton, New Jersey. As one of the expert providers of Consultants in Asthma, Allergy and Immunology, Dr. Benincasa dedicates himself to providing patients of all ages with excellent medical care.

Dr. Benincasa earned his medical degree from the University of Naples Federico II School of Medicine in Naples, Italy. Then he relocated to the United States to complete his internship and medical residency in adult and pediatric immunology at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey.

During his training, Dr. Benincasa was named chief medical resident at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, New Jersey.  He has served as clinical assistant professor in the division of allergy and immunology at UMDNJ teaching internists and pediatricians who wish to specialize in allergy and immunology. Dr. Benincasa stays current on emerging research and medical developments

His commitment to excellence in the field of allergy and immunology has remained strong throughout his years of service.

Maged Boutros, MD, is obesity board-certified and a board-certified internist practicing at Prevention Clinics, which has locations in Maywood and Clifton, New Jersey. 

Dr. Boutros started developing a deep interest in integrative medicine and obesity medicine at the end of his fourth year of practice when he was doing his fellowship in anti-aging and integrative medicine. In addition to being a caring and pleasant doctor, he is a dynamic leader and serves on multiple hospital committees to help implement positive change. With nearly 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Boutros has successfully assisted over 15,000 patients since 2003.

Since 2006, the weight loss program at Prevention Clinics has successfully treated many patients. Dr. Boutros continues to use evidence-based research results to modify the program when needed.

Building on this vast experience, Prevention Clinics offers the best in healthy, sustainable weight loss and maintenance programs, including lifestyle modification, appetite suppressants, HCG (sublingual or injections), nutritional plans, protein products, nutraceuticals, and supplements, all designed to help you lose and maintain your weight.

Dr. Boutros graduated from Saba University School of Medicine and completed his residency training in internal medicine primary care at Hackensack UMC Mountainside (now Mountainside Medical Center). He then went on to further his interests and career by pursuing fellowship training in integrative medicine and has been quadruple boarded.

Dr. Boutros is enthusiastic about providing the most optimal medical management for his patients, using a multi-disciplinary approach whenever possible so that they can resume their normal daily activities and continue to lead productive and satisfying lives. His treatment modalities are in strict accordance with the established protocols and expected standards of care. His compassionate care, clinical skills, and empathy have resulted in the outstanding reputation he maintains with his patients and referring physicians. He is accepting new patients at this time and will be happy to welcome you to Prevention Clinics.

Dr. Boutros treats a variety of medical conditions in the office, hospital, and in the comfort and convenience of the patient’s home.

He is currently active at Hackensack UMC. Dr. Boutros is also a fellow and board certified in the Academy of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine and Obesity Medicine. Dr. Boutros treats patients ranging from adolescents to the elderly with a wide range of medical illnesses and in many different settings. He is extremely involved with the care of his patients and devotes his complete attention to each of them as he oversees all processes that contribute to the care of his patients. He sets a collaborative atmosphere in his office, where he leads and interacts with every member of his team to ensure the highest standards of medical care.

Dr. Boutros is the Medical Director of Prevention Clinics. He started these multi-specialty health care centers because of his comprehensive training, experience, and strong interest in integrative medicine, aesthetics, cosmetics, anti-aging, regenerative medicine, and obesity medicine. He offers medical and aesthetic services that include platelet-rich plasma (PRP), BOTOX® Cosmetic, JUVÉDERM®, mesotherapy/lipotherapy/lipo-dissolve, adult and adolescent weight management, anti-aging medicine/preventive medicine, and bio-identical hormone replacement therapy.

In hormone replacement therapy, Dr. Boutros has trained and is a fellow who is board certified by the American Academy of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine.

Dr. Boutros speaks three (3) different languages and is dedicated to giving back to the community.

Passaic Medical & Wellness is a primary care practice providing an extensive range of services for people living in Passaic, New Jersey. The team at Passaic Medical & Wellness aims to provide patients of all ages and their families with the highest quality services in a warm and welcoming environment.

The practice has skilled clinicians on staff, including medical doctors, board-certified nurse practitioners, and fully-qualified medical technicians. All the team members are experts in their field with many years of experience between them. The patients take priority at Passaic Medical & Wellness, and each member of staff aims to make certain that the patient experience is as free from pain and anxiety as possible.

Team members pride themselves on ensuring every patient they see leaves feeling the visit has exceeded their expectations. They also believe in the importance of providing their patients with the knowledge they need to choose the right treatments and make informed decisions about their health care.

Passaic Medical & Wellness provides a full range of primary care services to patients, including treating minor injuries and common illnesses. They also offer diagnostic testing, preventive screening, physical examinations, and vaccinations. They have state-of-the-art cosmetic facilities as well, offering aesthetic treatments such as Botox®, Juvéderm®, laser hair removal, skin tightening, medical-grade chemical peels, and anti-aging treatments.

In addition to providing regular appointments, Passaic Medical & Wellness runs an urgent care clinic with evening and weekend opening hours. This provides patients with a convenient and cost-effective alternative to visiting the emergency room when they need prompt attention but don’t have a life-threatening condition.

To find out more about the services available at Passaic Medical & Wellness, call today or book an appointment online.

Kornelia Teslic, MD  is a Board Certified Diagnostic NeuroRadiologist at Citimed Comprehensive TBI Center. She completed her fellowships at Weill Cornell, NY, and Memorial Sloan- Kettering Cancer Center, NY. She has 20 years of experience in neuroimaging including advanced MRI techniques. She speaks English, Spanish, Croatian, and Serbian.

As a highly-trained diagnostic radiologist, Dr. Teslic specializes in neuroradiology. She provides a complete range of diagnostic imaging services, including advanced diffusion-weighted MRIs for cancer detection and diffusion tensor MRIs for brain imaging.   

Robert Waxman, MD Board Certified Radiologist. He completed his fellowship at Body Imaging & Musculoskeletal, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Waxman is extremely knowledgable in any musculoskeletal imaging. 

Damon Spitz, MD Board Certified Radiologist in Musculoskeletal Radiology. Dr. Spitz completed his fellowship at New England Baptist Hospital Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.  Dr. Spitz plays a key role in expanding the radiology and interventional pain services and building a strong foundation for musculosketal reads.

 

 

Mike Berkley, LAc, FABORM, is a licensed and board-certified acupuncturist and a board-certified herbalist. He is a fertility specialist at The Berkley Center for Reproductive Wellness in the Midtown East neighborhood of Manhattan, New York.

Infertility can be a daunting journey for couples longing to start a family, which is a reality Mike faced with his wife. Luckily, she sought the guidance of an acupuncturist and herbalist who possessed some knowledge of reproductive issues.

Despite initial disappointments, after undergoing acupuncture and herbal medicine treatments for seven months, the couple became pregnant and carried the child to term without any complications. Their once seemingly elusive dream had become a beautiful reality thanks to the remarkable effects of acupuncture and herbal medicine.

This experience led Mike to obtain his degree in acupuncture from the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine's New York campus and his National Board Certification in herbal medicine. 

Equipped with the necessary license and fueled by an insatiable thirst for knowledge, Mike studied Western medical approaches and the ancient wisdom of Chinese medicine about infertility treatment. Through rigorous study and invaluable clinical experience, he developed unique acupuncture protocols and proprietary herbal formulas, tailoring them to each individual or couple seeking his assistance.

Mike is also a member of several organizations, including the Acupuncture Society of New York and the American Infertility Association. He is writing a book on reproductive disorders and Chinese medicine and hosts his groundbreaking seminars nationwide.

Mike has witnessed firsthand the life-changing potential these ancient practices hold for couples struggling with infertility. Together, he can help transform your dreams into reality and create a world where the joy of parenthood knows no bounds.

Herbert A. Insel, M.D., F.A.C.C., is a leading cardiologist in Midtown, New York City providing the highest-quality care for patients at his Manhattan practice. Dr. Insel offers a comprehensive array of evaluation and treatment options for patients with existing heart-related issues as well as those with increased risk factors for cardiovascular disease. He provides preventive cardiology care, ongoing treatment for high blood pressure and high cholesterol, state-of-the-art assessments like echocardiograms and cardiac stress testing, personalized cardiology consultations, and expanded concierge medicine services for patients with hectic schedules and those seeking more in-depth care options.

After earning his medical degree at the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center, Dr. Insel completed his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at The Brookdale Hospital Medical Center followed by a fellowship at Lenox Hill Hospital. Certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Diseases by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. Insel has been the recipient of numerous awards and has been included repeatedly on the New York Times Magazine's list of “Super Doctors.”

There are many challenges facing us all today in the realm of health care and concerns about the impersonal delivery methods that will be developing over the years to come. As more and more medical practices in New York City get taken over by larger hospital and delivery systems, Dr. Insel remains dedicated to practicing medicine as an independent doctor. The special and personal relationship he forms with each of his patients is of paramount importance to him and inspires him to continue to strive to put forth every effort to ensure their continued health and well-being. Dr. Insel welcomes new patients and the practice accepts many major medical insurance plans.

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.

Dr. David Harnick is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist who provides exceptional cardiovascular care at Heartwise Cardiology in the Murray Hill and Upper East Side neighborhoods of New York City.

While he treats the full range of heart conditions, he specializes in helping patients with cardiac arrhythmias, dizziness, and syncope. He specializes in implanting cardiac devices such as pacemakers and defibrillators, and he is an expert in performing a full range of cardiac ablations.

He has been placing Implantable Loop Recorders (ILRs) in the convenience of his office as a quick, safe, and easy procedure to help diagnose and treat arrhythmias.

Dr. Harnick received his undergraduate degree from Rutgers University in New Jersey, where he graduated summa cum laude as a Henry Rutgers Scholar Award recipient. He then graduated with his Doctor of Medicine from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City.

During his second year in medical school, he was awarded a research scholarship from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigator Program. He successfully cloned the first calcium channel in human T-cells, which contributed to understanding the mechanisms involved in cellular signaling. After completing his internal medicine residency at Columbia University Irving Medical Center in New York City, Dr. Harnick returned to Mount Sinai to pursue advanced training in general cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology.

In addition to being named to the New York Times Super Doctors of New York, Dr. Harnick has also been featured in Castle Connolly Best Physicians. He often lectures medical professionals on atrial fibrillation and anticoagulation management and stays involved in clinical trials on multiple studies from cardiac devices to new pharmacologic agents.

Dr. Harnick is affiliated with two prestigious New York City hospitals -  The Mount Sinai Medical Center and Lenox Hill Hospital. He serves as an assistant clinical professor at Mount Sinai Medical Center and a clinical instructor at Lenox Hill, where he is involved in regular teaching of cardiology fellows.

Dr. Harnick welcomes the opportunity to help new and existing patients achieve optimal heart health. 

Dr. Raymonda Rastegar is a triple-boarded cardiologist with certifications in general cardiology, echocardiography, and nuclear cardiology. She has expertise in general and noninvasive cardiology, as well as preventive care. At Heartwise Cardiology in the Murray Hill neighborhood of Manhattan, New York, she treats varied cardiovascular conditions with a special interest in helping patients prevent heart disease and heart attacks. 

With board certification in echocardiography and nuclear cardiology, she offers extensive in-office testing to quickly and accurately diagnose cardiovascular conditions, such as coronary artery disease and valvular heart disease. 

Dr. Rastegar received her medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City. She remained at Mount Sinai for her residency and fellowship training in cardiovascular diseases. 

After completing her fellowship, Dr. Rastegar became co-director of echocardiography and noninvasive cardiology at Beth Israel Medical Center-North Division in New York City. Then she established her private practice, where she is currently the co-director of Heartwise Cardiology.

Dr. Rastegar is affiliated with two prestigious institutions in NY City - New York University Langone Medical Center and the Mount Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Rastegar continues her academic endeavors by teaching medical students and residents at these medical centers.

She stays on the cutting edge of cardiology with her involvement in clinical research studies, including dyslipidemia and coronary artery disease. She is an active speaker and lecturer on these topics.

Dr. Rastegar is honored to be named the New York Times Super Doctors of New York and NY Top Docs best doctors. Dr. Rastegar prides herself on providing personalized and thorough care. She looks forward to working one-on-one with new and existing patients whether they want to prevent heart disease or need exceptional care for existing conditions.

Jeffrey Crespin, MD

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Jeffrey Crespin, MD, has been a practicing gastroenterologist in Manhattan for more than 20 years and has convenient office locations across New York City in the Upper East Side, Midtown East, and Midtown West. As a board-certified gastroenterologist, Dr. Crespin strives to provide the highest quality medical care in a compassionate, professional, and personalized manner.

Dr. Crespin graduated cum laude from Harvard University with a bachelor’s degree in biology. After spending a year studying cinema, psychology, and literature at the Sorbonne in France, Dr. Crespin attended Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri, where he graduated with his medical degree. He then completed his internship and residency training through the University of Minnesota before rounding out his training with a fellowship in gastroenterology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. In addition to his medical education and training, Dr. Crespin has a Master of Business Administration from the New York University (NYU) Stern School of Business.

Before opening up his private practice, Dr. Crespin served as the director of the Columbia-St. Luke's Roosevelt GI clinic. He is expertly trained in endoscopic procedures, which allows for direct visualization of the intestinal tract for optimal diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of gastrointestinal diseases such as irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn’s disease, and colitis. To ensure his patients have access to the best care possible, Dr. Crespin conveniently offers same-day, late-hour, and weekend appointments.

Recognized as one of New York’s “Top Doctors,” Dr. Crespin is affiliated with NYU Lenox Hill Hospital, St. Luke's Roosevelt, and the Beth Israel hospitals. He is also a clinical assistant professor of medicine at NYU.

 

Dr. Michael Aziz is a physician, author, and broadcast media commentator. He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine. He is an attending physician at Lenox Hill Hospital. Dr. Aziz completed his training at "Long Island Jewish Medical Center," and "Staten Island University Hospital." Dr. Aziz is a member of the American College of Physicians and the American Society of Internal Medicine. He is also a fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine in the United Kingdom. Dr. Aziz has appeared as a keynote speaker before many prestigious groups nationally and internationally such as the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine.

Dr. Aziz is the founder of the practice that focuses on traditional and  functional Medicine (treating the root cause of disease). In his first book, The Perfect 10 Diet, Dr. Aziz details his disappointment to see many outdated guidelines preached by various medical organizations. Many research studies demonstrated the danger of low-fat diets and synthetic hormones. Dr. Aziz had to find his own way to improve his health and his patients, hence, his interest in natural remedies, peptides, bio-identical hormones. Dr Aziz retrained with the the American Academy of Anti-aging in Functional Medicine. Dr. Aziz authored "The Perfect 10 Diet." A diet that encourages full-fat products from butter to whole milk. It was in sharp contrast to the low-fat diet dogma. The Perfect 10 Diet was also different from both low-carb and keto diets as it didn't allow any chemicals such as nitrites or artifical sweeteners, not just sugar. 

The Perfect 10 Diet helped thousands of his patients live better and improve their health. His patients dropped tons of weight, normalized their blood pressure, and improved their cholesterol naturally. He was compelled to get the message out to the masses in a book. The Perfect 10 Diet which started in the office as pamphlets was now a book in the spotlight. The Perfect 10 Diet and Dr. Michael Aziz were featured on the cover of "First for Women," one of the largest distributed magazines in the United States. The Perfect 10 Diet went on to become a national bestseller. The Perfect 10 Diet hit the number one spot on Barnes and Noble in 2010. In 2011, The Perfect 10 Diet hit the number one spot on Amazon for twelve consecutive weeks. The Perfect 10 Diet was translated into many languages including; Italian, Chinese, Mandarin, Slovenian, Urdu, Malay, and Indonesian. Dr. Aziz and The Perfect 10 Diet were featured on countless TV shows including "The View," "The Doctors," "Fox and Friends", and "Dr. Oz."

in 2024 and after a long hiatus, Dr. Aziz authored his second book The Ageless Plan. It was the Covid-19 pandemic that showed him our vulnerability  as a nation with higher deaths rates compared to other nations that weathered the pandemic better. Dr Aziz says  "As Americans we are leaving two decades on the table that we can live in great health." The Ageless Plan is a book that promotes anti-aging, great health, and longevity through diet, lifestyle, supplements, medications, and peptides. The book has been picked by HCI publishing house and is due for release in early  January 2025. 

Dr Aziz is a prolific medical contributor to Life Extension Magazine. He has also been a contributor to The Boardroom Newsletters which reached over 7 million subscribers with health advice before the Covid-19 pandemic. Dr. Aziz's columns, articles, and opinions have been published in the LA Times, CNN, Washington Post, WebMD, NY Post, the Daily News, as well as in many magazines internationally such as Paris Match.

Dr. Aziz regularly provides medical commentary on many health networks, including NPR, Fox and Friends, ABC, WGN Chicago, NBC, Telemundo, and Dubai TV. Dr. Aziz is passionate about philanthropy. He has volunteered to help New Yorkers during the Covid-19 pandemic, and has volunteered in underserved rural areas in Indonesia.