Meet the Doctor in Nassau County, Long Island - January 2010

By Directories Editor January 29, 2010

Meet some of the medical professionals in Nassau County, Long Island, including pediatricians, doctors, dentists, and other specialists who cater to kids and families.

APTEKAR, DR. DORIS M., PH.D.
(516) 484-6351
Email [email protected]

Dr. Doris M. Aptekar's goal in life is to make a difference. A history of 30 years as an educator and school psychologist has been directed towards fulfilling every person's potential. Whether your needs are individual or family-related, your dreams for you, your child and family will be realized. Dr Aptekar specializes in ADD/ADHD, learning disabilities, learning approaches, tools and techniques, coaching and confidence building, frustration tolerance and behavior modification. Hypnotherapy treatments deal with eating disorders, weight, smoking and other addictions. Psycho educational evaluations are available. All programs are developed to include children of all ages through adulthood.

BEHAVIOR THERAPY ASSOCIATES
228 Birch Drive, Manhasset
(516) 294-5000

Behavior Therapy Associates provides advanced behavior modification treatments for Oppositional Defiant Disorder, ADHD, Autism, Asperger's Disorder, PDD-NOS, Bedwetting and Stuttering. Our Clinical Director, Dr. Jeffrey Felixbrod, a behavioral psychologist, has directed behavior modification treatments at two major hospitals. Services are often provided in the child's home and school, and in real-life settings, to systematically train parents and teachers in the use of behavior modification procedures. Most health insurance is accepted. Please call for a free telephone consultation.

CREATING WELLNESS CENTER OF COMMACK
66 Commack Road, Suite #101, Commack
(631) 462-0801
www.CreatingWellnessLI.com

Dr. Matthew Lewis is a licensed Wellness Chiropractor concentrating in digestive health. Dr. Lewis completed postgraduate training with the Loomis Institute of Enzyme Nutrition. A leader in enzyme nutrition and the field of wellness, Dr.Lewis has been published in newspapers, magazines, and appears regularly on television to share his knowledge regarding enzyme nutrition and wellness. As the director of the Creating Wellness Center of Commack, Dr. Lewis takes pride in seeing families expand their knowledge through wellness programs that dramatically alter the way they feel and experience life.

FLIPS GYMNASTIC SCHOOL
975 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown
(631) 863-FLIP(3547)
www.flipsgymnastics.com

Janine Stiene, Speech-Language Pathologist, is owner and operator of The Suffolk Center for Speech & Myofunctional Therapy. Along with her group of therapists, she supports families and children across Long Island, specializing in PROMPT, feeding, myofunctional therapy, voice disorders, fluency, augmentative communication, articulation, auditory processing disorders and expressive/receptive language disorders (adults & children). Also offered are intensive feeding groups for individuals who suffer from texture and consistency aversions. There are four other affiliated offices across Long Island, all participating with most major health insurance companies and offering flexible hours and scheduling.

HARTMAN, ROSS DPM
376 South Oyster Bay Road (across from the Plainview Center), Hicksville
(516) 822-FEET (3338)
www.RossHartmanDPM.com

Dr. Hartman completed his undergraduate studies at Cornell University and received his doctorate from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine where he graduated as Valedictorian. He then completed three years of surgical training at St. Vincent's Medical Center and graduated as Chief Podiatric Surgical Resident. Dr. Hartman has undergone extensive training in all aspects of both pediatric and adult foot care. He strongly believes that patient involvement is the key to a successful outcome and therefore fully discusses all treatment options with each patient. Dr. Hartman treats his patients with the utmost professionalism and respect, ensuring that you receive the best care in a professional and friendly environment.

JANINE STIENE SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY, P.C.
213 Hallock Road, Stony Brook; (631) 689-6858
444 Lakeville Road, Lake Success; (516) 216-1791
www.myofunctionaltherapyandspeechcenter.com

LONG ISLAND PEDIATRIC CHIROPRACTIC
38 Great Neck Road, Great Neck; (516) 829-8099
Dr. David Hecht
5 Stauderman Avenue, Lynbrook; (516) 825-7100
www.hechtchiro.com
www.dreamwellness.com

Long Island Pediatric Chiropractic was created by Dr. Glassman and Dr. Hecht to educate and empower the community about the importance of a properly functioning Nervous System, especially in children. Our offices are child-friendly with the latest pediatric equipment and diagnostic tools. Both doctors are members of The International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (I.C.P.A.) and The New York Chiropractic Council. The common reasons children get adjusted are ear problems, headaches, scoliosis, posture imbalances, ADD/ADHD, wellness, and other ailments that are helped naturally. Furthermore, both doctors are certified in The Webster Technique, a specific technique for pregnant women.

POLLACK, DAVID L.
66 Commack Road, Commack
(631) 462-0801
www.CreatingWellnessLI.com
Email [email protected]

Dr. David L. Pollack, partner and Lead Clinician, has spent the past 5 years in the study and practice of physical rehabilitation, herbal medicine, and stress reduction. He makes sure his clients avoid disease, manage stress, and participate in healthy age management strategies. Dr. Pollack has extensive experience with ADD/ADHD, child digestive disorders, colic, acne, and others. He's studied A.R.T., Graston, Applied Kinesiology, Advanced Examination & Treatment of the Extremities, and Loomis Enzyme Nutrition. His unique training and interests have made him one of New York's most sought-after doctors.

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