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• Luis M. Fandos, MD, ABAPMPain Management

  Double-Board-Certified Pain Management Specialist

  Medical Director, Alluring Age · New York Spine & Pain Physicians

  Dr. Luis Fandos is a double-board-certified pain management specialist and the Medical Director of Alluring Age, where he integrates functional medicine with advanced interventional pain therapies. He focuses on identifying root causes of chronic pain, optimizing mobility, and restoring whole-body wellness through minimally invasive spine procedures, regenerative treatments, and personalized functional medicine plans.

  • Interventional pain therapies
  • Functional medicine
  • Minimally invasive spine procedures
  • Regenerative treatments
• Sunil D. Albert, MD, PM&RPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation

  Board-Certified Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Specialist

  National Spine & Pain Centers · New York Spine & Pain Physicians

  Dr. Sunil D. Albert is a board-certified Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation specialist at National Spine & Pain Centers, known for his expertise in interventional spine and musculoskeletal procedures. With advanced training from Stony Brook University and New York Pain Consultants, he provides comprehensive, integrative pain management using fluoroscopic and ultrasound-guided techniques. He has been practicing since 2007 and currently serves the Babylon Village community within New York’s division.

  • Interventional spine procedures
  • Musculoskeletal procedures
  • Fluoroscopic guidance
  • Ultrasound-guided techniques
• Rebecca Perry, LMTMassage Therapy

  Licensed Massage Therapist

  The Shen Den: Massage for the Mind, Body and Spirit

  Rebecca Perry is a licensed massage therapist on Long Island specializing in therapeutic and Asian bodywork. She blends clinical techniques with nervous-system–focused modalities to help clients relieve pain, reduce stress, and reach deep relaxation. Her approach emphasizes safety, trust, and restoring balance through intentional, tailored bodywork.

  • Therapeutic bodywork
  • Asian bodywork
  • Nervous-system–focused modalities
  • Stress and pain relief
• George Ciresi, PT, DPT, MSPT, SFMAPhysical Therapy

  Co-Founder & Co-Owner, Professional Care Physical Therapy

  ProCare Occupational Therapy · ProCare Athletic Performance

  Dr. George Ciresi is the co-founder and co-owner of Professional Care Physical Therapy, ProCare Occupational Therapy, and ProCare Athletic Performance. He specializes in orthopedic rehabilitation, sports injuries, and manual therapy. A dedicated clinician and community leader, Dr. Ciresi is a Clinical Instructor, an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association, and a recipient of Sacred Heart University’s Alumni Achievement Award for his professional accomplishments and community service.

  • Orthopedic rehabilitation
  • Sports injuries
  • Manual therapy
  • Clinical instruction
• David R. Swanson III, MD, FAAOS, AOSSM, AANA, ASESOrthopedics

  Board-Certified, Fellowship-Trained Orthopedic Surgeon

  Orthopedic Associates of Long Island, A Division of PrecisionCare

  Dr. David R. Swanson III is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in surgical sports medicine, shoulder replacement, robotic total knee replacement, and direct anterior hip replacement. A former team physician for the Boston Celtics, he brings elite-level sports medicine expertise to patients across Long Island. Dr. Swanson is committed to precision, innovation, and patient-centered care, helping individuals return to the activities and quality of life they deserve.

  • Surgical sports medicine
  • Shoulder replacement
  • Robotic total knee replacement
  • Direct anterior hip replacement
• Warren D. Spinner, DO, FAANEM, FAASM, DABPN, DABSM, DABIMNeurology

  Multi-Board-Certified Neurologist · Medical Director

  True North Neurology: Port Jefferson Station & Commack

  Dr. Warren D. Spinner is a multi board-certified neurologist and Medical Director at True North Neurology, specializing in headache medicine, brain injury medicine, sleep disorders, and neurophysiology. Trained at Stony Brook University Medical Center, he later served on faculty teaching medical students, residents, and fellows before founding True North Neurology in 2014. Dr. Spinner is recognized for delivering comprehensive, integrated neurological care and has been voted Best Neurologist on Long Island multiple times. He sees patients in Port Jefferson Station and Commack.

  • Headache medicine
  • Brain injury medicine
  • Sleep disorders
  • Neurophysiology
• Brian J. McHugh, MD, FAANS, FACSNeurosurgery

  Board-Certified Neurosurgeon

  McHugh Neurosurgery

  Dr. Brian J. McHugh is a board-certified neurosurgeon specializing in minimally invasive spine surgery, complex spinal reconstruction, and scoliosis care. Fellowship-trained at Yale and the Hospital for Special Surgery, he focuses on motion-preserving techniques and advanced deformity correction, providing highly personalized, evidence-based treatment for patients with spinal disorders.

  • Minimally invasive spine surgery
  • Complex spinal reconstruction
  • Scoliosis care
  • Motion-preserving techniques

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