Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
At Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center, we believe healthcare should be accessible, compassionate, and centered around you. As a direct primary care practice with locations in Arverne, Far Rockaway, and Jamaica, Queens, and another in the Red Hook neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York, our mission is to remove barriers to care and build lasting relationships so you receive the time, attention, and support you need to truly thrive.
For nearly 40 years, we’ve served as a trusted healthcare provider for generations of families. Our approach is rooted in culturally responsive, community-based care that respects your background, understands your needs, and prioritizes equity at every level.
Our care extends even further to meet everyday health needs, including treatment for foot and ankle conditions like heel pain, ingrown toenails, and injuries, as well as support for concerns such as irregular heart rhythms and other ongoing health conditions. By integrating medical, behavioral, dental, and supportive services, we can address the full picture of your health and connect you with the resources you need to feel your best.
At Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center, we focus on your long-term wellness. Whether you’re managing a chronic condition, seeking preventive care, or addressing life changes, our team works alongside you to create a personalized plan that supports your physical, emotional, and social well-being.
We’re proud to be a part of the communities we serve, and we’re committed to helping you and your family live healthier lives for years to come. Call the nearest office or request an appointment online today.
Dr. Daniel Shtraykher is a board-certified pediatrician in Brooklyn who specializes in children’s neuro-immune and complex chronic conditions. He began by treating PANDAS/PANS, and his practice has grown to include mold illness (CIRS), chronic Lyme and coinfections, mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), POTS/dysautonomia, ADHD, and folate-transport problems in autism (including folinic acid/leucovorin therapy).
Drawing on genetics, immune biology, and environmental medicine, Dr. Shtraykher recognizes that these diagnoses often overlap—shared pathways (inflammation, autoimmunity, mitochondrial stress, connective-tissue traits, and detox genetics) can blur boundaries. Instead of slicing a child into separate labels, he integrates findings and treats the root network: infections and biotoxins, immune dysregulation, mast-cell reactivity, autonomic imbalance, nutrient/folate transport, and the home environment.
His care is evidence-informed and practical: clear history, targeted testing when useful, and therapeutic trials when time or cost matters. Treatments may include antimicrobial strategies, anti-inflammatory and mast-cell stabilization, autonomic support for POTS, binders/detox for CIRS, and folinic acid for children with suspected cerebral folate deficiency—especially those with FRAA/FRAT positivity—often alongside school and behavioral supports.
Dr. Shtraykher accepts Medicaid and most major insurance, making specialized neuro-immune care accessible to families. His goal is simple: see the big picture, address what’s driving a child’s brain-body symptoms, and help kids regain function—whether the trigger is strep, mold, Lyme, MCAS, POTS, ADHD-related vulnerabilities, or folate transport.
A proud Haitian-American, Anise Joseph, MD, is a pediatrician offering compassionate care to families and children in New York City. At LaSante Health Center in the Prospect Lefferts Gardens area of Brooklyn, she is passionate about the health and wellness of children of all ages.
Born and raised in Brooklyn and of Haitian immigrant parents, Dr. Joseph speaks Haitian Creole, English, and French. She received her Bachelor of Arts in math and economics from Fordham University at Lincoln Center in New York City before completing her Doctor of Medicine at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in New York City. She flourished in her pediatric residency and internship at Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital at Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla, New York.
Before joining LaSante Health Center, Dr. Joseph proudly worked in the pediatric emergency department at St. Barnabas Hospital in New York City, where she gained experience in emergency care for children. Dr. Joseph is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
At the LaSante Health Center, Dr. Joseph offers annual checkups, immunizations, guidance in school and sports physical exams, and developmental testing for learning disorders like attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
When she’s not treating children, Dr. Joseph enjoys spending time in her Brooklyn neighborhood with family, friends, attending church, and diving into a good book.
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.
Stephanie Galbert is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner at Lasante Health Center in the Prospect Lefferts Garden area of Brooklyn. Proud Haitian-American serving her community with compassionate care for over ten years. She is passionate about the holistic wellness of her patients and building strong healthy habits that dismantle generational impediments.
Born and raised in Brooklyn and the product of a phenomenal Haitian immigrant mother, NP Galbert is fluent in Haitian Creole and English. She received her Bachelor of Nursing from CUNY New York City College of Technology and her Master of Science at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University.
Before joining LaSante Health Center, NP Galbert proudly served various underserved areas of Brooklyn such as Brownsville, Bushwick, East Flatbush, and Canarsie. NP Galbert has a strong heart for youth development and leading outreach programs, domestically and internationally. NP Galbert is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
At LaSante Health Center, NP Galbert provides annual checkups, immunizations, guidance in school and sports physical exams, and developmental testing for learning disorders like attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and many more. When she’s not treating children, NP Galbert enjoys traveling, spending time with family and friends, and attending Purpose Life Church. Mantra: 1 John 3:18 Let us not love in word or talk but in deed and truth.
Optimum Medical, LLC, is a full-service pediatric practice serving families in and around Danbury, Connecticut. Under the leadership of Jacques Etienne, MD, FAAP, the team at Optimum Medical delivers unparalleled care in a warm and welcoming environment.
Dr. Etienne earned his medical degree from Universidad Hebrea Argentina Bar Ilan, Facultad De Ciencias Biologicas, Carrera De Medicina. He continues to expand his skills and education as a board-certified pediatrician with the American Board of Pediatrics.
Dr. Etienne has been serving Danbury families for more than 17 years and enjoys watching the children in his care grow and thrive. He gained experience in emergency medicine through his role as an emergency room physician at Woodhull Medical Center, an NYU-affiliated hospital.
Optimum Medical is a highly sought-after pediatric resource in the area and has attracted some of the best medical support staff in the region. Parents and patients are warmly welcomed from the moment they walk through the doors and enjoy unrushed, personalized care during each and every visit.
From newborn care to well-child exams and sick visits, parents can rely on the team at Optimum Medical. The practice also offers specialized care for asthma, allergies, childhood obesity, and much more.
Dr. Etienne takes an integrative approach to health and wellness, incorporating each child’s emotional and social needs into health care efforts. He treats each patient as a unique, distinct individual, and he shapes health care planning to meet those individual needs and goals.
Fluent in Spanish, Portuguese, French, and Haitian Creole, Dr. Etienne is comfortable performing health services in any of those languages. He and his team are also experienced in addressing complex medical and social issues to deliver an outstanding level of care.
Schedule an appointment online or over the phone to meet the team. The practice is currently accepting new patients and loves welcoming new members into the practice family.
Dr. Milrod has been practicing pediatric neurology for over 20 years. He specializes in the treatment of seizures, headaches, developmental delays, sleep disorders, tics, ADHD, and autism. Dr. Milrod earned his undergraduate degree from Vanderbilt University before attending Harvard Medical School. He completed his residency in pediatric neurology at Boston Children's Hospital. He is board certified in neurology and sleep medicine.
Dr. Milrod currently has privileges at St. Peter's University Hospital. He has previously worked at Franciscan Children's Hospital in Boston, MA, Children's Specialized Hospital in Mountainside, NJ, JFK Medical Center Neuroscience Institute in Edison, NJ, Neuroscience Associates of New York in Staten Island, NY, and is the former Director of Pediatric Neurology at Franciscan and NJ Neuroscience.
Dr. Milrod is Board Certified in Neurology and Sleep .
“Dr. Milrod is a good listener. He has excellent rapport with my son. He patiently provides options. He is committed to helping families make good decisions about their children's medical care.”
Lewis Milrod, MD
Pediatrician
78-80 State Route 27
Edison, NJ 08820
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Anthony Mishik, MD
Pediatrician 44.7 mi
68 First Avenue
Suite F
Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716
