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Beach Pediatrics
Physicians:
Leslie Aiuto, MD
Leslie Aiuto, MD
Dr. Leslie Aiuto received her B.A. from Cornell University in 1981. She attended Columbia University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences where she received an M.A. in Anthropology. She then went on to obtain her M.D. from New York Medical College. She did her Pediatric residency and a fellowship in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine at North Shore University Hospital and is board certified in both Pediatrics and Pediatric Critical Care Medicine. Dr. Aiuto was formerly the Director of the Pediatric Continuity Clinic and the Assistant Chief of the Division of General Pediatrics at Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children’s Medical Center at North Shore.
Dr. Aiuto is a happily married mother of two lovely girls and a very bossy cat. In her spare time, she enjoys indulging her passion to perform by acting, singing and dancing in community theater productions.
Rina Jaffe, MD
Rina Jaffe, MD
Dr. Rina Jaffe is Board Certified in Pediatrics. She attended Binghamton University followed by Medical School at the Sackler School of Medicine. She completed her Intership and Residency programs at North Shore University Hospital and has been a pediatrician with Beach Pediatrics since 2001.
Dr. Jaffe is married, has two children. During her free time she enjoys playing squash and basketball.
Elise Jonisch, MD
Elise Jonisch, MD
Dr. Jonisch is a board certified pediatrician. She attended Binghamton University and then Milton S. Hershey Medical School at Pennsylvania State University. She completed her Internship and Residency at North Shore University Hospital.
Dr. Jonisch has had a private practice in Atlantic Beach, Long Beach and Island Park since 1984. She is married with five children, six grandchildren and has two dogs. In her spare time she enjoys gardening and yoga.
Lauren Shinder, MD
Lauren Shinder, MD
Dr. Shinder received her B.S. from Cornell University in 2000. She then went on to obtain her M.D. from SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY in 2004. She did her Pediatric residency at the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore in Bronx, NY.
Prior to joining Beach Pediatrics, Dr. Shinder had been living in Houston for 2 years where she worked in a private practice. She is married with 2 children and enjoys spending time with her family, baking and traveling.
Central Long Island Pediatrics
Physicians:
Karen Love, MD, FAAP
Karen Love MD, FAAP
Dr. Love joined Central Long Island Pediatrics in 1987 and is board certified in pediatrics. She graduated from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, New York, and completed her pediatric training at Babies Hospital, Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center in New York. Dr. Love graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Cornell University.
In her hours outside the office, Dr. Love shares her time with her husband, Dr. Bruce Edwards, and her teenage boys, Sam and Ben.
Steven & Alexandra Cohen Children’s Medical Center
- Babies Hospital, Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, NY (Residency)
- Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, NY – MD
- Cornell University, Phi Beta Kappa
- American Board of Pediatrics
Andrew Rubin, MD, FAAP
Andrew Rubin MD, FAAP
Dr. Rubin joined Central Long Island Pediatrics in 1991 and is board certified in pediatrics. After graduating from Stony Brook Medical School at Stony Brook, New York, Dr. Rubin completed his pediatric training at Schneider Children’s Medical Center in New Hyde Park, New York.He is a Magna Cum Laude graduate of Hofstra University.
Dr. Rubin takes great interest in the environment and is an avid cycler and swimmer. When not recycling or completing miles in the pool, he enjoys time with his wife, Elise, and sons, Ben and Ian.
- Steven & Alexandra Cohen Children’s Medical Center
- Schneider Children’s Hospital – Long Island Jewish Medical Center (Residency)
- SUNY Health Science Centers at Stony Brook
- Hofstra University, magna cum laude
- American Board of Pediatrics
Scott J. Wolfson, MD, FAAP
Scott J. Wolfson, MD, FAAP
Dr. Wolfson joined Central Long Island Pediatrics in 2004 and is board certified in pediatrics. He graduated from the Sackler School of Medicine/New York Program. After his pediatric training at Jacobi Medical Center in Bronx, New York, he completed a fellowship year in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at Schneider Children’s Hospital in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Wolfson worked as a general pediatrician at Plymouth Pediatrics in Plymouth, New Hampshire and then as a neonatal/newborn nursery hospitalist at Roosevelt Hospital in Manhattan before finding his home at Central Long Island Pediatrics.
He is a graduate of Bowdoin College and finished his premedical studies at Columbia University.
When not caring for his amazing patients and families, Dr. Wolfson spends his time with his wife, Patricia, and his two boys, Alexander and Jacob.
He occasionally gets some sleep.
- Steven & Alexandra Cohen Children’s Medical Center
- Schneider Children’s Hospital – Long Island Jewish Medical Center (Hematology/Oncology)
- Jacobi Medical Center in Bronx, NY (Residency)
- Sackler School of Medicine, NY
- Columbia University
- Bowdoin College
- American Board of Pediatrics
Alissa Keschner, MD, FAAP
Alissa Keschner, MD, FAAP
Dr. Keschner joined Central Long Island Pediatrics in 1999 and is board-certified in Pediatrics. After graduating from Albert Einstein College of Medicine, D. Keschner completed her pediatric training at Babies Hospital, Columbia Presbyterian Medical center in New York.
She received her undergraduate degree from Northwestern University.
In her hours outside of the office, Dr. Keschner shares her time with her husband, Dr. Howard Keschner, and her three children.
Lisa Koslow, MD
Lisa Koslow, MD
Dr. Koslow joined Central Long Island Pediatrics in 2013 and is board certified in pediatrics. She attended medical school at SUNY Downstate in New York and completed her pediatric residency training at Brown University / Hasbro Children’s Hospital.
She graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Pittsburgh.
Dr. Koslow completed a fellowship year in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at Schneider Children’s Hospital in New Hyde Park, New York in 2006. She has been a general pediatrician since then.
In 2011, she moved to Old Bethpage with her husband Howie. In 2013, they proudly welcomed their son Jordan.
Chester Pediatrics
Physicians:
Children’s Medical Group
Physicians:
Thomas Capilupi, MD
Thomas Capilupi, MD
Dr. Thomas Capilupi grew up in New York. He attend Fordham University, graduating in 1983 with a Bachelors of Science. He then went on to New York Medical College, graduating in 1987.
Dr. Capilupi completed his Internship and Residency at North Shore University Hospital and has been practicing in Bayside and Plainview. He is a member of the Nassau Pediatric Society.
Joseph Cohen, MD
Joseph Cohen, MD
Dr. Joseph Cohen grew up on Long Island. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 1992, with a Bachelor of Arts. He attended medical school at SUNY Health Sciences Center at Syracuse, graduating in 1996, then went on to complete his residency at the Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children’s Medical Center.
Dr. Cohen is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. He is married with four children.
Brad Fell, MD
Brad Fell, MD
Dr. Brad fell grew up in Brooklyn, NY. He graduated from Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education in 1990 and went on to attend the SUNY Health Science Center in Syracuse.
Dr. Fell completed his Intership and Residency at Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children’s Medical Center (formerly Schneider Children’s Hospital), where he also served as Chief Resident. He has a special interest in working with children with ADHD.
Dr. Fell is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Nassau Pediatric Society. During his free time Dr. Fell is all about sports!
Tim Hogan, MD
Tim Hogan, MD
Dr. Timothy Hogan grew up in Queens, NY. He attended Columbia University, graduating in 1979 and New York University School of Medicine, graduating in 1983.
Dr. Hogan completed his Internship and Residency at Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children’s Medical Center. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and a member of the Nassau Pediatric Society
Joel Kahan, MD
Joel Kahan, MD
Dr. Joel Kahan grew up in Far Rockaway. He received his Bachelor of Arts from Queens College, in 1969 and graduated Medical School at the University Autonoma of Guadalajara.
Dr. Kahan completed his Internship and Residency at Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children’s Medical Center.
Deborah Millington-Capilupi, MD
Deborah Millington-Capilupi, MD
Dr. Deborah Millington-Capilupi grew up in Brooklyn, NY. She attended Brooklyn College, graduating with a Bachelors of Science in 1985. She then went on to New York Medical College, graduating in 1989.
Dr. Millington-Capilupi completed her Internship and Residency at North Shore University Hospital in 1992. She is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics as well as the Nassau Pediatric Society.
Children’s Medical Group
Physicians:
Thomas Capilupi, MD
Thomas Capilupi, MD
Dr. Thomas Capilupi grew up in New York. He attend Fordham University, graduating in 1983 with a Bachelors of Science. He then went on to New York Medical College, graduating in 1987.
Dr. Capilupi completed his Internship and Residency at North Shore University Hospital and has been practicing in Bayside and Plainview. He is a member of the Nassau Pediatric Society.
Joseph Cohen, MD
Joseph Cohen, MD
Dr. Joseph Cohen grew up on Long Island. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 1992, with a Bachelor of Arts. He attended medical school at SUNY Health Sciences Center at Syracuse, graduating in 1996, then went on to complete his residency at the Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children’s Medical Center.
Dr. Cohen is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. He is married with four children.
Brad Fell, MD
Brad Fell, MD
Dr. Brad fell grew up in Brooklyn, NY. He graduated from Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education in 1990 and went on to attend the SUNY Health Science Center in Syracuse.
Dr. Fell completed his Intership and Residency at Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children’s Medical Center (formerly Schneider Children’s Hospital), where he also served as Chief Resident. He has a special interest in working with children with ADHD.
Dr. Fell is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Nassau Pediatric Society. During his free time Dr. Fell is all about sports!
Tim Hogan, MD
Tim Hogan, MD
Dr. Timothy Hogan grew up in Queens, NY. He attended Columbia University, graduating in 1979 and New York University School of Medicine, graduating in 1983.
Dr. Hogan completed his Internship and Residency at Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children’s Medical Center. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and a member of the Nassau Pediatric Society
Joel Kahan, MD
Joel Kahan, MD
Dr. Joel Kahan grew up in Far Rockaway. He received his Bachelor of Arts from Queens College, in 1969 and graduated Medical School at the University Autonoma of Guadalajara.
Dr. Kahan completed his Internship and Residency at Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children’s Medical Center.
Deborah Millington-Capilupi, MD
Deborah Millington-Capilupi, MD
Dr. Deborah Millington-Capilupi grew up in Brooklyn, NY. She attended Brooklyn College, graduating with a Bachelors of Science in 1985. She then went on to New York Medical College, graduating in 1989.
Dr. Millington-Capilupi completed her Internship and Residency at North Shore University Hospital in 1992. She is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics as well as the Nassau Pediatric Society.
Commack Pediatric Associates
Physicians:
Lorraine Catalano, MD
Lorraine Catalano, MD
Dr. Lorraine Catalano was born and raised on Long Island. She attended SUNY Stonybrook where she graduated, in 1988, with a B.S. in Biology. She then went on to attend Medical School at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, graduating in 1993.
Dr. Catalano completed her Intership and Residency at Schneider Children’s Hospital in 1996 and has been practicing at Commack Pediatric Associates since then.
Gay Ezer, DO
Gay Ezer, DO
Dr. Gay Ezer grew up in Oyster Bay, NY. She attended Binghamton University, graduating in 1991 with a B.S. in Economics and Biology. She then went on to Medical School at the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Dr. Ezer completed her Intership and Residency at North Shore University Hospital. She is a memeber of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
During her free time, Dr. Ezer enjoys golf, reading, swimming and spending time with her husband, Dave, and their 2 children.
Jean Johnson, MD
Jean Johnson, MD
Dr. Jean Johnston grew up in Bronxville, NY. She attended Dartmouth College, graduating in 1979, then went on to Medical School at SUNY Stonybrook.
Dr. Johnston completed her Internship at Schneider Children’s Hospital and her Residency at LIJ. She has been board certified in Pediatrics since 1987 and has practiced at Commack Pediatric Associates since 1989.
During her free time, Dr. Johnston enjoys playing the Recorder. She is a member of the American Recorder Society, and plays for the Orchestra of New York.
Scott Svitek, MD
Scott Svitek, MD
Dr. Scott Svitek grew up in East Northport, NY. He attended the University of Rochester, where he received his B.S. in Molecular Genetics, in 1986. He attended medical school at the Buffalo School of Medicine, graduating in 1990.
Dr. Svitek completed his Pediatric Residency at Schnieder Children’s Hospital, where he served as Senior Chief Resident from 1993-1994.
Dr. Svitek is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics and has been practicing at Commack Pediatric Associates since 1998.
East Rockaway Pediatric Associates
Physicians:
Joseph Dellorusso, MD
Joseph Dellorusso, MD
Dr. Joseph Dellorusso grew up in Torino, Italy. He graduated from Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education, in 1986. He attended Medical School at SUNY Buffalo School of Medicine, graduating in 1988.
Dr. Dellorusso completed his Internship and Residency at Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children’s Medical Center in 1991 and since then has practiced at East Rockaway Pediatrics. He is married to Dr. Ana Dellorusso, who is also a pediatrician. During his spare time Dr. Dellorusso is an avid cyclist.
Zivi Hahami, MD
Zivi Hahami, MD
Dr. Zivi Hahami was born in Tel Aviv, Israel. She graduated from Stonybrook University in 1994, and went on to Ross Medical School, graduating in 1999.
Dr. Hahami is a proud member of the American Academy of Pediatrics and has been practicing at East Rockaway Pediatrics since 2002.
She has been married for 10 years, and has 3 boys. During her free time she stays involved in her children’s sports activities, including basketball, baseball, soccer, and lacrosse. On a personal level, she has interests in running, hiking and traveling.
Keith Staiman, MD
Keith Staiman, MD
Dr. Keith Staiman grew up in Williamsport, PA. He attended Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, graduating in 1975. Dr. Staiman completed his Internship at Beth Israel Hospital in 1976 and went on to complete his Residency at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
Dr. Staiman is married with three children. During his personal time he enjoys photography, and following the fortunes or misfortunes of the Philadelphia Eagles, a four generation family tradition.
Sheila S. Korn, MD
Sheila S. Korn, MD
Dr. Sheila S. Korn was born in Brooklyn and grew up in North Bellmore, Long Island. She attended Stony Brook University and graduated in 1984 with a Bachelors of Science in Pyschology. Medical School brought her to Tel Aviv, Israel, where she graduated from the Tel Aviv University-Sackler School of Medicine, in 1989.
Dr. Korn completed her Internship and Residency at Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children’s Medical Center. She has a special interest in dealing with Autistic and Special Needs children.
Married with two children, Dr. Korn enjoys spending her free time with her family, fishing, boating, traveling and reading.
Yael S. Goller, NP
Yael S. Goller, NP
Yael S. Goller, NP grew up in Oceanside, NY. She received her Bachelors of Science from Yeshiva University. She then went on to Columbia University and recieved her Bachelors of Science in Nursing as well as her Masters in Nursing.
Yael Goller is married with four children. She enjoys photography, music, and taking family vacations. She also takes pride in doing community service, serving as the head of sisterhood at her synagogue.
Garden City Pediatrics
Physicians:
Richard Sartori, MD, FAAP
Richard Sartori, MD, FAAP
Dr. Richard Sartori earned a B.S. at St. Peter’s College in Jersey City, NJ, and received his medical degree from the University of Genova in Genova, Italy. He did his training in Pediatrics at the Winthrop University Hospital in Mineola. He has been practicing Pediatrics at Garden City Pediatrics in Garden City, NY, since 1991.
- North Shore University Hospital
- Winthrop University Hospital
- Winthrop University Hospital (Residency in Pediatrics), 1988-90
- Winthrop University Hospital (Internship in Pediatrics), 1987
- Universita Di Genova Facolta Di Medicina E Chirurgia, Genova, Italy, 1987 – Doctorate in Medicine and Surgery
- University of Torino Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, Torino, Italy, 1977-84
- St. Peter’s College, Jersey City, NJ, 1974-77
- Excellence in Ambulatory Care, Winthrop University Hospital, 1991
- Fellow, American Academy of Pediatrics
- Nassau County Medical Society, 2000-03
- American Medical Association, 2001
- Nassau Pediatric Society, 1998-2003
- American Board of Pediatrics, 1996; Recertification, 2002
Claire Cohen, MD, FAAP
Claire Cohen, MD, FAAP
Dr. Claire Cohen earned a B.A. in Economics at SUNY at Binghamton in 1988. She received her medical degree from SUNY Health Science Center at Syracuse in May of 1992. She did her training in Pediatrics at the North Shore University Hospital/Cornell University Medical College in Manhasset, NY from 1993 through 1996. Dr. Cohen has been practicing Pediatrics at Garden City Pediatrics in Garden City since 1996. Dr. Cohen is a member of the Board of Allied Pediatrics of New York.
- North Shore University Hospital
- Winthrop University Hospital
- North Shore University Hospital/Cornell University Medical College (Residency) – Jan. 1994 – Jan. 1996
- North Shore University Hospital/Cornell University Medical College (Pediatric Internship) – Jan. 1993 – Dec. 1993
- Albert Einstein Medical Center, Pliadelphia, PA (Ob/Gyn Internship) – July 1992 – Dec. 1992
- SUNY Health Science Center at Syracuse, 1992
- SUNY at Binghamton, B.A. in Economics, 1988
- Outstanding Academic Performance, Harpur College
- 1991, SUNY HSC at Syracuse, Department of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility – Research involving the autoimmunity of endometriosis
- New York State Medical License
- PALS Certification
- American Board of Pediatrics, 1996
- Extracurricular Activities
- Salt City Health Outreach Program (medical clinic for occupants of homeless shelters, 1989 – 1992
- Clinical Coordinator, 1989
Laura Pagnotta, DO, FAAP
Laura Pagnotta, DO, FAAP
Dr. Laura Pagnotta attentded Adelphi University, and received her medical degree from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine in Old Westbury, NY. She did her training in Pediatrics at the Winthrop University Hospital in Mineola. She practiced Pediatrics in Levittown for four years before joining Garden City Pediatrics in Garden City in 2008.
- North Shore University Hospital
- Winthrop University Hospital
- Winthrop University Hospital (Residency), 2000-03
- Chief Resident, 2002-03
- New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, Old Westbury, 1996-2000
- Adelphi University, 1992-95, cum laude
- Fellow, American Academy of Pediatrics
- American Osteopathic Association
- American Medical Association
- American Board of Pediatrics
Yvonne Wolodzko, MD, FAAP
Yvonne Wolodzko, MD, FAAP
Dr. Yvonne A. Wolodzko was born in Poland and received her medical degree from the Medical Academy in Warsaw. She finished her training in Pediatrics at Winthrop University Hospital in Mineola. She has been practicing Pediatrics at Garden City Pediatrics in Garden City since 1989.
- Winthrop University Hospital
- Mercy Medical Center
- North Shore University Hospital (Fellow, Bone Marrow Transplantation) – 1988-89
- Winthrop University Hospital (Residency, Pediatrics) – 1985-87
- Chief Resident – 1987-88
- St. Luke’s/Roosevelt Hospital Center (Internship, Pediatrics) – 1984-85
- North Shore University (Residency, Pathology) – 1982-84
- Warsaw, Poland (General Rotational Internship) – 1979-80
- Medical Academy in Warsaw, Poland (MD degree) – 1973-79
- Fellow, American Academy of Pediatrics
- American Board of Pediatrics, 1990; Recertified 1997, 2002
Huntington Village Pediatrics
Physicians:
Martin B. Cohen, MD
Martin B. Cohen, MD
Dr. Martin B. Cohen is the most senior member of Huntington Village Pediatrics and has been enthusiastically caring for children in that community for over forty years. In fact, Dr. Cohen feels privileged to be caring for the children of some of his former patients. He can usually be spotted wearing one of his assortment of silly hats or by the tiny toys dangling from his stethescope. He attended college at New York University and went on to receive his medical degree from New York Medical College. He completed his Pediatric Residency training at Meadowbrook Hospital. Dr. Cohen has served on the Huntington Hospital Medical Board and has been an active member of the hospital staff for over thirty years, serving on multiple committees during his tenure. Dr. Cohen has a deep interest in Special Education and sat on The Committee for Special Education in the Harborfields School District for 18 years. Dr. Cohen is a member of the New York Pediatric Society, the Suffolk Pediatric Society and The Suffolk County Medical Society. He resides with his wife Carol in Huntington. During his free time, Dr. Cohen loves spending time with his children and grandchildren who all reside in Huntington. He enjoys playing golf, listening to classical music and loves a good joke.
- Huntington Hospital
- Meadowbrook Hospital (Residency)
- New York Medical College
- New York University
- Awards and Associations
- New York Pediatric Society
- Suffolk Pediatric Society
- The Suffolk County Medical Society
Salvatore J. Caravella, MD, FAAP
Salvatore J. Caravella, MD, FAAP
Dr. Salvatore J. Caravella is a native Long Islander and has been predominantly educated and trained within the Long Island community. He resides with his wife, Monica, and their three children in the Harborfields school district and is extremely active within the community. Dr. Caravella joined Huntington Village Pediatrics in 1988 after a three year research fellowship at Westchester County Medical Center. During his fellowship, he participated in numerous research endeavors and is well published in the pediatric medical literature. After his arrival in Huntington, his main goal was to modernize the neonatology service at Huntington Hospital which came to fruition in 1994 when full time 24hour/7 day neonatology in-house coverage began at the hospital. Today, he concentrates his efforts to ensure newborn, infant and child health through appropriate nutrition, parental guidance, and promotion of healthy lifestyles and exercise. His other interests include the child with special needs and pediatric neurobiological problems. Dr. Caravella is a member of the American Medical Association, the New York State Medical Society, the New York Pediatric Society, The Suffolk County Medical Society, the Suffolk County Pediatric Society and is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Caravella is double board certified in Pediatrics and Neonatology.
- Huntington Hospital
- Westchester County Medical Center – Neonatology Fellowship – 1985-88
- Awards and Associations
- American Academy of Pediatrics
- New York Pediatric Society
- Suffolk County Pediatric Society
- American Medical Association
- Suffolk County Medical Society
- American Board of Pediatrics
- Board Certified, Neonatology
Eve Meltzer Krief, MD, FAAP
Eve Meltzer Krief, MD, FAAP
Dr. Eve Meltzer Krief joined Huntington Village Pediatrics in 1999. Dr. Meltzer attended Undergraduate School at the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor where she majored in Comparative Literature. She went on to receive her medical degree from the Sackler School of Medicine in Tel-Aviv. She completed her Pediatric Residency training at Schneider Children’s Hospital of Long Island Jewish Medical Center. She resides in Centerport with her husband, a Pediatric Emergency Physician at Schneider Children’s Hospital, and her two children. Dr. Meltzer is a member of The Medical Society of the State of New York, The Suffolk County Medical Society, The Suffolk Pediatric Society and is a fellow of The American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Meltzer is committed to educating parents about all aspects pertaining to the health, well-being and safety of their child. It is also very important to her that parents leave the office feeling reassured, with a real understanding of their child’s condition and how to care for them. Dr. Meltzer has a special interest in promoting proper nutrition in her patients. As an adoptive parent she is also interested in issues related to adoption and has worked with parents in reviewing medical records prior to adopting. During her free time she loves spending time with her husband and two young children, loves to cook, exercise and read.
- Huntington Hospital
- Schneider Children’s Hospital – Long Island Jewish Medical Center (Residency)
- Sackler School of Medicine, Tel-Aviv
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- The American Academy of Pediatrics
- The Suffolk Pediatric Society
- Medical Society of the State of New York
- Suffolk County Medical Society
- American Board of Pediatrics
Jason Hitner, MD
Physicians:
Jason B. Hitner, MD
Jason B. Hitner, MD
Dr. Jason Hitner grew up in Syosset, NY. He attended Cornell University, graduating in 1993. He then went on to attend Medical School at Emory University School of Medicine, graduating in 1997.
Dr. Hitner completed his Internship at New York Hospital and his Residency at Emory University Children’s Hospital, in Atlanta, Georgia. He is a Board Certified member of the American Academy of Pediatrics and Founder of “The Long Island Newborn Wellness Center” located in Babylon.
Dr. Hitner has volunteered in many medical missions abroad, including trips to Tibet, India, Republic of Georgia, and Haiti. He also served as an Olympic Medical Staff Member for the 1996 Atlanta Summer Games.
Currently, Dr. Hitner is the Medical Director of Suffolk County Community College, as well as the Medical Director of Copiage School District. During his free time he enjoys surfing, sailing, and fishing.
Stephanie Tischler, DO
Stephanie Tischler, DO
Dr. Stephanie Tischler was born in West Islip, New York and grew up in Barnegat, New Jersey. She graduated from The College of New Jersey in 2005 and went on to attend Medical School at the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Tischler graduated medical school in 2009 and completed her internship and residency at Good Samaritan Hospital in West Islip, NY. Dr. Tischler holds dual Board Certification for Pediatrics in Osteopathic and Allopathic Medicine.
MD Kid Care
Physicians:
Monica Melamedoff, MD, FAAP
Monica Melamedoff, MD, FAAP
Dr. Monica Melamedoff is a board certified pediatrician, and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She has been in private pediatric practice in Nassau County since 1988.
Dr. Melamedoff received her medical degree from the University of Buenos Aires in 1978. As a medical student, working in the outskirts of Buenos Aires, Dr. Melamedoff understood the tremendous challenge involved in taking care of underserved children. She continued her Pediatric training at the Nassau University Medical Center.
In addition to her practice, Dr. Melamedoff is an attending physician at North Shore Hospital at Manhasset, Plainview Hospital, and Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children’s Medical Center. She is a member of Cohen’s voluntary teaching staff as well.
Dr. Melamedoff is a published researcher and has been the recipient of the Top Pediatrician Award by the Consumer Research Council in Washington, DC, and has recieved the American Medical Association’s Physician Recognition Award.
Amorita Snow, MD
Amorita Snow, MD
Dr. Amorita Snow was born in New York City and raised in the Bronx. She graduated from City College of New York with a Bachelor’s of Science and studied medicine at the Albany Medical College of Union University. She remained in Albany for her pediatric residency at the Albany Medical University Hospital.
Dr. Snow began her career in Boston, MA, where she practiced for two and half years before moving to Long Island to be close to family. She has been in private practice in Nassau County for the past nineteen years.
Dr. Snow is a member of the Nassau County Pediatric Society, with privileges at Winthrop University Hospital, NSUH – Manhasset and Long Island Jewish – Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children’s Medical Center with special interest in Autism. She is married with three children and enjoys cooking, pottery, gardening, and traveling.
Natasha Tellechea, MD, FAAP
Natasha Tellechea, MD, FAAP
Dr. Natasha Tellechea joined Dr. Melamedoff ‘s practice in 1998 after completing her pediatric training at Steven and Alexendra Cohen Children’s Medical Center, a division of the Long Island Jewish Medical System. She is a Board Certified Pediatrician, a member in good standing of the Nassau Pediatric Society and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She has admitting privileges at Steven and Alexendra Cohen Children’s Medical Center, North Shore Hospital at Manhasset and Plainview Hospital.
She is part of the voluntary teaching staff at Steven and Alexendra Cohen Children’s Medical Center and she enjoys sharing her expertise with pediatricians in-training.
Dr. Tellechea is a recipient of an award as a Top Pediatrician by the Consumer Research Council of America.
MDs 4 Kids Medical
Physicians:
Gary S. Mirkin, MD, FAAP
Gary S. Mirkin, MD, FAAP
Dr. Gary S. Mirkin grew up in Ohio. He graduated from The Ohio State University with a B.S. in Microbiology in 1979. He then went on to The Ohio State University College of Medicine, which he completed in 3 years, graduating in 1982.
Dr. Mirkin completed his residency in Pediatrics at The New York Hospital-Cornell University Medical Center from 1982-1985. He has been board certified in Pediatrics since 1989 and has a special interest in dealing with infectious disease and autism.
Dr. Mirkin belongs to the Association of American Physicians and Surgeons and has been practicing in Little Neck and Great Neck since 1985. Dr. Mirkin has a special interest in dealing with infectious disease and autism.
When he is not devoting his time to his obligations as CEO of Allied Pediatrics, Dr. Mirkin enjoys cycling. For the past four years, he has completed the 62 mile Mansion Ride for Autism and has also taken part in four NYC Century Bike Tours.
- Steven & Alexandra Cohen Children’s Medical Center
- North Shore Hospital
- Winthrop University Hospital
- New York Hospital-Cornell University Medical Center (Residency) – 1982-85
- Ohio State University College of Medicine, 1982
- Ohio State University, 1979 – BS, Biology
- Association of American Physicians and Surgeons
- American Academy of Pediatrics
- Nassau County Medical Reserve Corp
- Allied Pediatrics of New York – Chief Executive Officer, 2008 – present
- Healthcare Heroes Physician Hero Award by the Long Island Business News
- American Board of Pediatrics, 1989
Monroe Pediatrics
Physicians:
Nilufer Clubwala, MD
Nilufer Clubwala, MD
Nilufer Clubwala, M.D. received her Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery in 1980 from Dow Medical College in Karachi, Pakistan. She was awarded Gold Medal for First Position in the Final Professional M.B.B.S. Examination and Gold Medals in Medicine, Surgery and Otolaryngology. She was awarded both the Academic Council Shield and the Distinguished Graduate’s Award in 1980. From 1981-1982 she did her residency in General Medicine and Surgery at the Civil Hospital in Karachi, Pakistan. In 1982 she had a Clinical Attachment to the Department of Pediatrics at the Dudley Road Hospital in Birmingham, United Kingdom. From 1983-1986 Dr. Clubwala was a resident at St. Vincent’s Hospital and Medical Center of New York, serving as the Chief Resident during her last year there. She is a Diplomat of the American Board of Pediatrics since 1987.
Prior to coming to Monroe Pediatrics in 1993, Dr. Clubwala was a pediatrician with the International Longshoremans Association Clinic and at West Eleventh Street Pediatrics in Manhattan. For three years, she was the Medical Director of the Lutheran Community Services Foster Care Program and a physician in the Pediatric Emergency Room at St. Vincent’s Hospital.
Dr. Clubwala resides in Campbell Hall with her husband, Kaika. She is the proud mother of two beautiful young women, Dena, who attends college in Manhattan and Rashna, who is currently at Stony Brook Medical School. Dr. Clubwala enjoys foreign travel, meditation and hosting her friends from around the globe.
Dr. Clubwala is particularly interested in travel medicine and pediatric endocrinology.
- Arden Hill Hospital
- St. Vincent’s Hospital and Medical Center of New York, NY. 1983-1986
- Civil Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan, 1981-1982
- Dow Medical College, Karachi, Pakistan, 1980
- Gold Medal for First Position in the Final Professional M.B.B.S. Examination
- Gold Medals in Medicine, Surgery and Otolaryngolog
- American Board of Pediatrics, 1987
Danielle T. Dziedzic, MD, FAAP
Danielle T. Dziedzic, MD, FAAP
Danielle T. Dziedzic, M.D. earned her Bachelor of Science in Physical Education from Hofstra University in 1999. She attended medical school at New York Medical College, Hawthorne, NY, earning her Doctor of Medicine degree in 2005. After completing her pediatric residency training at the Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital in 2008, Dr. Dziedzic returned to her hometown to join Monroe Pediatrics. She is currently board certified and a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
After graduating from Hofstra Univerisity, Dr. Dziedzic worked as a research assistant under Dr. Stephen J. Nicholas at the Nicholas Institute of Sports Medicine and Athletic Trauma in Lenox Hill Hopsital. She has been published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine, Journal of Sports Sciences, Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise and Consultant for Pediatricians.
Dr. Dziedzic lives in New Windsor, NY with her husband, Robert and their three beautiful children, Victoria, Robert Jr, and Gabriella. She played NCAA Division I softball at Hofstra University from 1994-1999 leading them to four conference championships and two NCAA regional appearances. In addition to softball, she enjoys playing ice hockey, cooking and entertaining her family and friends.
Dr. Dziedzic is interested in pediatric orthopedics, sports medicine & diet and exercise.
- Arden Hill Hospital
- Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital, 2005-2008
- New York Medical College, Hawthorne, NY, 2005
- Hofstra University, NY, 1999
- American Board of Pediatrics
- Fellow, American Academy of Pediatrics
Jamee M. Goldstein, DO, FACOP
Jamee M. Goldstein, DO, FACOP
Jamee M. Goldstein, D.O. received her Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies from Cornell University: College of Human Ecology in 1995. She received a Graduate Certificate in Premedical Sciences from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 1997 and her Doctor of Osteopathy from the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie, Pennsylvania in 2001. Dr. Goldstein completed her residency in pediatrics at The Infants’ and Children’s Hospital of Brooklyn, Maimonides Medical Center, in 2004. She returned home to join Monroe Pediatrics and to work along side her mentor, Dr. Alan Harawitz, in July of 2004. She is board certified and a Fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Pediatricians.
While in medical school, Dr. Goldstein presented her lecture “Osteopathic Manipulation and Pediatric Sinusitis” at the Professional Rounds of the Department of Pediatrics at Maimonides Medical Center. She also received the International Osteopathic Awareness Award in 2001 from the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. In 2005 she was recognized as a “Caring Physician” by the Emergency Department at Arden Hill Hospital in Goshen, New York.
Dr. Goldstein resides in Highland Mills with her husband, Jeff and her adorable sons, Ethan and Spencer. She teaches tap dancing at Terpsichore: the Dancerschool, in the evenings, and enjoys theatre, music and camping.
Dr. Goldstein is interested in diet and exercise, pediatric gynecology and adolescent medicine.
- Arden Hill Hospital
- The Infants’ and Children’s Hospital of Brooklyn, Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY, 2001-2004
- Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie, PA, 2001
- Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 1997
- Cornell University-College of Human Ecology, 1995
- Arden Hill Hospital Emergency Department “Caring Physician” Award, 2005
- Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine International Osteopathic Awareness Award, 2001
- American Board of Pediatrics
- Fellow, American College of Osteopathic Pediatricians
Evan D. Harawitz, MD, FAAP
Evan D. Harawitz, MD, FAAP
Evan D. Harawitz, M.D. received his Bachelor of Science from Brandeis University in Waltham, Massachussets in 2000 and his Doctor of Medicine from New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY in 2004. He completed his pediatric residency at the Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital in Valhalla, NY in 2007 and came home to join his father, Dr. Alan Harawitz, at Monroe Pediatrics that July. Dr. Harawitz is board certified and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Dr. Harawitz has served as a mentor and tutor for undergraduates at Brandeis University and is currently a preceptor for students from New York Medical College.
Dr. Harawitz lives in Highland Mills, NY with his wife, Melissa and their very cute son, Tyler. He enjoys golf and skiing and watching baseball and football.
Dr. Harawitz has a particular interest in orthopedics and adolescent care.
- Arden Hill Hospital
- <New York Medical College – Clinical Preceptor
- Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital, Valhalla, NY, 2004-2007
- New York Medical College, 2004
- Brandeis University, Waltham, Massachussets, 2000
- American Board of Pediatrics
- Fellow, American Academy of Pediatrics
Stacey Kaplan Rosmarin, MD, FAAP
Stacey Kaplan Rosmarin, MD, FAAP
Stacey Kaplan Rosmarin, M.D. graduated with honors from SUNY Binghamton: Harpur College with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry in 1981. She received her medical degree from the Medical College of Pennsylvania in 1987 and completed an internship and residency in pediatrics at The New York Hospital – Cornell University Medical Center in Manhattan from 1987-1990. With strong family roots in our community, Dr. Rosmarin settled in Monroe and joined our practice in July 1990. She is board certified and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
From 1981-1983, Dr. Rosmarin was a research technician in neuropharmacology at Mount Sinai Medical Center under the supervision of Dr. M.H.VanWoert and Dr. H.C. Hwang. She currently serves as a preceptor for first year medical students from New York Medical College and for high school students who participate in the Orange-Ulster BOCES New Visions Program.
Dr. Rosmarin lives in Monroe with her husband, Scott, and their youngest child, Jake, who is an honor student at Monroe-Woodbury High School. Her older daughter, Rachel, is pursuing a dual major in Biology and Health Science, Society and Policy at Brandeis University near Boston. Younger daughter, Jaclyn, is studying Occupational Therapy at Quinnipiac University in Connecticut.
Dr. Rosmarin enjoys spending time with her family, especially while traveling and skiing. She is particularly interested in newborn care and pediatric preventive medicine.
- Arden Hill Hospital
- New York Medical College – Clinical Preceptor
- The New York Hospital–Cornell University Medical Center, Manhattan, NY, 1987-1990
- Medical College of Pennsylvania, 1987
- SUNY Binghamton/Harpur College, 1981, cum laude
- American Board of Pediatrics
- Fellow, American Academy of Pediatrics
Nassau Pediatric Associates
Physicians:
Daniel Camillery, MD, FAAP
Daniel Camillery, MD, FAAP
Dr. Daniel Camillery was born and raised in Bellmore, NY. He attended Mepham H.S. and from there went on to earn a B.S. in Biology from Adelphi University. His medical school training was accomplished at SUNY Health Science Centers at Brooklyn where he developed a passion for childrens health and wellness. His pediatric residency was completed at North Shore University Hospital Manhasset and was chief resident of pediatrics 2000-2001. Dr Camillery has been caring for children on Long Island from his Franklin Square office since 2001. Dr. Camillery is married to Donna, a 5th grade teacher, and has 2 young children, Matthew and Lauren. He enjoys spending time with family, athletic training and childrens causes.
- Steven & Alexandra Cohen Children’s Medical Center
- Winthrop University Hospital
- North Shore University Hospital Manhasset
- North Shore University Hospital Manhasset, Chief Resident – 2000-01
- North Shore University Hospital Manhasset (Residency) – 1997-2000
- SUNY Health Science Centers at Brooklyn, 1997
- Adelphi University, B.S. Biology
- American Academy of Pediatrics
- Nassau Pediatric Society
- American Board of Pediatrics
William Kuncewitch, MD, FAAP
William Kuncewitch, MD, FAAP
Dr. William Kuncewitch is a Board Certified pediatrician practicing at 380 Dogwood Avenue in Franklin Square, NY since 1985. Prior to that he was Head of the Pediatric section of the Emergency Department of Queens Hospital in Jamaica, NY. After graduating from Mount Sinai School of Medicine in 1978, he completed an internship and residency in Pediatrics at Long Island Jewish Hospital while serving as Chief Resident at the affiliated Queens Hospital in his final year. He is currently a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Nassau Pediatric Society.
Dr. Kuncewitch is married with three children and one beautiful granddaughter.
- Steven & Alexandra Cohen Children’s Medical Center
- Winthrop University Hospital
- North Shore University Hospital Manhasset
- Head of the Pediatric section of the Emergency Department of Queens Hospital, Jamaica, NY
- Queens Hospital in Jamaica, NY, Chief Resident, 1981
- Schneider Children’s Hospital – Long Island Jewish Medical Center (Residency) – 1978-81
- Mount Sinai School of Medicine, 1978
- American Academy of Pediatrics
- Nassau Pediatric Society
- American Board of Pediatrics
Neighborhood Pediatrics
Physicians:
Lisa A. Cavanaugh, MD, FAAP
Lisa A. Cavanaugh, MD, FAAP
Dr. Cavanaugh is a board-certified physician who specializes in Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine. In 1992, she received her Doctor of Medicine Degree from the State University of New York Health Science Center in Brooklyn. Dr. Cavanaugh completed her Pediatric Residency at Steven and Alexandra Children’s Medical Center – Long Island Jewish in 1996. Additionally, she received specialized asthma training during her residency.
Being a mother of two, Dr. Cavanaugh can relate to your every day parental questions and concerns from real-life experiences.
- Doctor of Medicine Degree from State University of N.Y. Health Science Center in Brooklyn
- Pediatric Residency at the Schneider Children’s Hospital at Long Island Jewish
- Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics
- Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children’s Medical Center at Long Island Jewish
- North Shore University Hospital
- Winthrop University Hospital
- American Academy of Pediatrics
- Founder of the Sensory Integration Center of Long Island
- Austim and Development Delay in Children.