Ahmed Abou-Taleb, M.D.
Updated bio for Dr. Taleb coming soon.
Pediatrician: Dr. Michael Elice
Dr. Michael Elice is a board certified pediatrician and has been in practice for 30 years. Originally in practice in Great Neck, New York, he joined Dr. Marvin Boris in their specialized practice and is currently a member of Hyperbaric Medicine of New York’s professional team, as well. After diagnosing patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Dr. Elice has sought to find alternative approaches to helping treat these children. According to Dr. Elice, most of the pediatric allopathic community has been trained to approach autism as a behavioral disorder without any thought of medical intervention. Thus far, only ABA, Speech, Physical, and Occupational Therapies have been the mainstay of treatment.
Biomedical treatment of autism and ASD is based on the idea that autism is actually a complex neurodevelopmental disorder with genetic, epigenetic, metabolic and autoimmune origins. By taking thorough medical and family histories, complete physical examination and neurological examination, evaluating blood and urine laboratory tests, the etiology of the individual’s disorder can be determined in most cases, says Dr. Elice.
Dr. Elice follows the Defeat Autism Now! Protocol, which includes dietary manipulation, vitamin and mineral supplementation, allergy testing and treatment, chelation of toxic metals such as mercury, aluminum, arsenic, antimony, nickel, cadmium and intestinal dysbiosis treatment.
Dr. Elice is a graduate of Syracuse University and the Chicago Medical School. He completed his pediatric residency at the North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset, NY. He has academic teaching positions and is on the staff of North Shore University Hospital and Schneider Children’s Hospital. He is an associate professor of pediatrics at the New York University Medical School and the Albert Einstein School of Medicine. He is on the medical advisory board of the New York Families for Autistic Children (NYFAC) and is a member of the National Autism Association New York Metro Chapter. He has lectured at Defeat Autism Now! Conferences around the country.
Podiatrist: Dr. Lauren Schwartz
Podiatrist Dr. Lauren Schwartz has been a key member of the podiatric community for well over a decade. Her educational resume includes a Bachelor of Science degree from the State University of New York at Albany in 1990 and a Doctoral degree in Podiatric Medicine from New York School of Podiatric Medicine in New York in 1995. Dr. Schwartz also completed a 2-year Medical/Surgical Residency at New York Methodist Hospital in Park Slope, Brooklyn, where she was chosen to be the Chief Resident in her second year.
Dr. Schwartz has practiced in Bayside, Great Neck, and Floral Park. She performs surgery at North Shore University Hospital at Manhasset and Syosset, and Long Island Jewish Hospital. She is also an attending physician in the Department of Surgery at NSUH Manhasset and Plainview, and Long Island Jewish Hospital.
Board certified in podiatric surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, Dr. Schwartz is on the executive board of the Nassau County Podiatry Association, and the board of directors of the American Association of Hospital and Healthcare Podiatrists. She is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and the New York State Podiatric Medical Association.
Dr. Schwartz treats patients of all ages for numerous podiatric conditions. She lives on Long Island’s magnificent North Shore with her husband and son.
Certified Hyperbaric Medical Technician: Harmanjeet S. Diler
Certified hyperbaric medical technician Harmanjeet S. Diler first trained as an emergency medical technician, having received certification from LaGuardia Community College in Queens, NY. Through his interactions with other medical professionals, Harman became aware of hyperbaric oxygen therapy and its healing benefits. His interest grew so much; he sought a program that would fulfill his desire to become more involved in this technology. As a result, Harman achieved certification as a hyperbaric medical technician from Winthrop University Hospital in Mineola, NY.
Since 2005, Harman has served Hyperbaric Medicine of New York as a certified hyperbaric technician, administering hyperbaric oxygen therapy to patients of varying diagnoses, including but not limited to air/gas embolism, diver’s bends, cerebral edema, poisoning, and autism spectrum disorder.
In his position, Harman is responsible for maintaining accurate medical records containing detailed results of each patient's therapy session, diagnostic tests, and follow-up care visits. He is also responsible for safely and proficiently utilizing hyperbaric chambers and all supporting components, as well as the administration and maintenance of all safety issues and procedures of the hyperbaric chambers.
Harman takes his position as a certified hyperbaric medical technician very seriously, and takes pride in the work he does in collaboration with the team of medical professionals at Hyperbaric Medicine of New York. He consistently provides treatments to the physicians’ exact specifications while maintaining a safe environment for patients. He says, “I believe that each and every individual that walks through my doors deserves a better life. There is no better reward than feeling that I have helped someone attain that.”
Physical Therapist: Amy Eapen
Physical therapist Amy Eapen, MSPT, DPT, operates Keep Moving Forward, Inc., an intensive physical therapy program housed at Hyperbaric Medicine of New York.
Amy attended Northeastern University where she has received a Bachelor of Science degree in Rehabilitation Sciences, Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy, as well as a Doctorate of Physical Therapy and Early Intervention Certification. She is also certified in the Therasuit Method, which focuses particularly on neuromuscular and pediatric treatments that will encourage proprioceptive feedback to the body.
A highly experienced therapist, Amy treats both children and adults with a passion and drive to help them achieve optimal success that will enable them to live more independent and confident lives. Amy has appeared on numerous television broadcasts and is considered a leading expert in her field.
Office Manager: Michelle Schank
Office Manager Michelle Schank welcomes each and every patient into Hyperbaric Medicine of New York as if they were a member of her own family visiting her home. Having served the center for the over seven years, Michelle has become increasingly knowledgeable in hyperbaric oxygen therapy, which has enhanced her interactions with patients and communications with their caregivers, including medical professionals.
Having witnessed firsthand the amazing benefits of hyperbaric oxygen therapy, Michelle is passionate about the technology and her role at the center to help patients feel comfortable and well cared for throughout treatment.
Administrative Assistant: Jennifer McCartney-Pryer
Jennifer McCartney-Pryer has served as an administrative assistant with Hyperbaric Medicine of New York, as well as the office manager for North Shore Podiatry since 2008. In these roles, Jennifer is a first point of contact patients and callers encounter, and greets everyone with a pleasant, welcoming attitude. According to Jennifer, “People come into our office facing all kinds of circumstances. Being a part of making their lives better is the most exciting part of my job and why I look forward to coming to work every day.”
Jennifer’s stellar people skills help to make Hyperbaric Medicine of New York and North Shore Podiatry warm, welcoming environments where patients can rest assured that they will be treated with respect and genuine kindness.
Prior to joining Hyperbaric Medicine of New York, Jennifer worked as a medical assistant at an OB/GYN practice for five years and in merchandising for the New York Islanders for six years.
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