Expertise Health, fitness, exercise, nutrition, chiropractic, manipulation under anesthesia, sciatica, headache, neck pain, back pain, herniated disc, NY workers compensation injury, NY auto accident claims, Vertebral Subluxation Complex, muscle spasm; these are all along the issues, conditions, area's that I would feel qualified to comment upon. Received recognition in "PREVENTION" magazine, First Chief of Chiropractic in a NYS Hospital (1997) with citations and proclamations from the NYS Governor, NYS Senate, NYS assembly, NYC Council.
Experience Palmer College Graduate 1983, Twenty -five years in practice at the same location in my hometown of Staten Island, NY. Working with neuro-musculo-skeletal complaints for 25 years. Techniques primarily utilized: Chiropractic via Palmer Package, diversified, thompson, SOT, Activator, Manipulation Under Anesthesia; Nutrition.
Organizations Pi Kappa Chi Chiropractic Professional Fraternity- pledge president 1980, student chapter Vice President 1981, PCC PKX student President 1982, Pi Kappa Chi Alumni Association President 1985- 1996, PKX alumni Brother of the Year 1984, 1985, 1986 ; Knights of Columbus, Masons, Ancient Order of Hibernians
Publications Selected to make Oral Presentation, American Public Health Association (2003)
Education/Credentials Bachelor of Science (cum laude) Wagner College 1979
Doctorate of Chiropractic (cum laude) Palmer Chiropractic 1983
Licensed Doctor of Chiropractic, New Jersey (38MC00634000) & New York (X3567)
Diplomat, National Board of Chiropractic Examiners
Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician - A.C.A./New York Chiropractic College (1986)
Diplomat, American Chiropractic Board of Sport Physicians (1996)
Diplomat, American Academy of Pain Management (1998)
Certified Personal Fitness Trainer
Certified Emergency Medical Technician - New York State and National Registry
Certified Manipulation Under Anesthesia (1998)
Certified Clinical Nutritionist - International & American Assoc. of Clinical Nutrition (1999)
Awards and Honors Prevention Magazine/ Alliance for Chiropractic Progress - (one of six nationally) –
Award for Chiropractic Excellence 1998
First Chief of Chiropractic in a Hospital in New York State 1997
SICTV NOVA (Notable, Outstanding Video Achievement Award) - Viewers Choice
Award for Most Popular Series (1996, 1997, and 1998)
Volunteer Heart Resuscition Unit - Commendation for Meritorious Service (1994)
SICTV NOVA (Notable, Outstanding Video Achievement Award) - Best Health Series
(1994)
Staten Island Richmond Lions - Melvin Jones Fellowship Award (1993)
Pi Kappa Chi - Alumni Fraternity Brother of the Year (1987 and 1988)
Selected to make Oral Presentation, American Public Health Association (2003)
American Chiropractic Board of Sport Physicians Symposium presentation - Adolescent
Athletic Injury, Prevention and Rehabilitation (2004)
Past/Present Clients Doctors Hospital of Staten Island; Chief of Chiropractic (1997-2001);
1050 Targee Street, S.I.,N.Y. 10304
Curtis High School Football (1988 to present) Current NYC PSAL Football CHAMPION 2007
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Q: I have a pinched nerve resulting in numbness in my left hand (pinky, ring finger and top/outside ... A: Steve: run as quickly as you can out of this office!! I would also suggest that you report this ...
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Q: Two months ago I was diagnosed with DDD in the L5S1 disc. I am thirty years old, healthy and fit. ... A: degenerative disc disease, degenerative joint disease, DDD, DJD, Staten Island Degenerative Disc ...
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Q: My question is concerning my jaw. I am scared because every time I put my teeth together and open my ... A: The TMJ joint has a cartilage disc that can become irritated, swollen, or slip forward (which causes ...
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Q: Recently i have had some neck pain just at the lower part of my neck. i also have some times when my ... A: Chiropractic can help you manage your current symptoms. Computer work is one of the most common ...
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Q: Dr. Gillman, Is it possible to have tenderness in the joints, muscles, bones after a session? My ... A: Post treatment soreness from joint manipulation is very common and almost always benign and ...
Q: For over a year now I've been having low back pain. Mostly when I sit down for a long time. Over ... A: Rhonda, First and foremost I am sorry to hear of your loss. I do believe that a miscarriage is a ...
Q: I am 32 years old and for the past 2 years I have been suffering severe backaches have also noticed ... A: It is hard to know what is going on with you based on the small amount of information you provided. ...
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Q: Four days ago I banged my forehead while reaching into my van. When I hit my head, I felt my neck ... A: Chel, You have classic symptoms of neck sprain/strain and mild concussion, very similar to ...
Q: I hit my forehead really hard on the doorframe of my van and injured my neck. A chiropractor friend ... A: neck pain, Xray, whiplash, severe pain, Staten Island Neck Pain, pain medication, swollen, tingling, ...
Q: i just had an Mr of my neck,the report says i have straightening of the cervical lordosis,multi ... A: I am not sure what your question is. Based on your MRI results I would advise you consult with your ...
Q: I have a two year old and when i tilt her head back or when she tilts it back there is a little ... A: joint noise, neck crackle, crepitus, staten island chiropractic Hello Jade, First, right away ...
Q: I recently got an SI joint adjustment (about 3 weeks ago). Following the adjustment, I have light ... A: Pam, It is possible that there is SI joint irritation and that you are experiencing "chemical" ...
Q: Recently went through a sciatica flare up that was brutal my worst to date, i dont have a family ... A: Hey Mike, To start, the medication you were prescribed does NOT cure sciatica, it simply masks the ...
Q: I am 32 and have been running for several years. Jogging became running. I did a marathon once and ... A: Samantha, I see this quite often. For many it is treatable and resolvable. Your story is quite ...
Q: my boyfriend has been going to his chiro for quite a while now and he does a particular manipulation ... A: I share your concerns and your suspicions. There is no legitimate "adjustment" with which I am ...
Q: I have been experiencing pain in my right pectoral muscle for approximately 3 or so months now. I ... A: Hey Niki, I am glad to hear that the ultrasound was negative. The relief you feel with massage is a ...
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Q: I have been having lower back pain,and pain shooting through both legs sometimes. My MRI Report ... A: Able, You actually have more than one health issue. Obviously the facet swelling is a sigh that you ...
Q: I'm having some need pain due to direct pressure, I don't think there is any serious damage but I'd ... A: It is quite possible only a deep bruise. If you haven't done so, Ice 20 min on and 20 off, repeating ...
Q: Nolan, I asked you about a soft grinding sound between my shoulder blads in my back. I just wanted ... A: No trauma, no change in routine. "....The noise seems to be less in the morning or after long ...
Q: I've had a nagging pain to the lower left side of my rib cage. The cause was that one night I was ... A: Ben, You may have a joint dysfunction where the rib meets the spine and/or adhesion formation deep ...
Q: After my last two neck adjustments, I got an INTENSE shooting pain down my left arm from underneath ... A: INTENSE pain is not a normal reaction after spinal manipulation. You may have a condition that ...
Q: We have to do a project at school about your dream profession and I chose chiropractor. But I have a ... A: These are all really great questions that you should consider before choosing a profession. Keep in ...
Q: I was wondering if minor broad-based posterior disc bulging at all lumbar vertebral levels causing ... A: You mention the lumbar spine with the disc bulging but the levels you stated are all in the neck???? ...
