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Susane Frith-Headley, FNP-BC, is a board-certified family nurse practitioner at Vantage Medical Associates PC, which has locations in the Bergen Beach, Coney Island, Williamsburg, and Sheepshead Bay neighborhoods in Brooklyn, the Far Rockaway neighborhood in Queens, and Brentwood and Babylon, New York. Susane has over 15 years of experience delivering exceptional nursing care at various health facilities across New York. 

Susane earned her associate’s degree of applied science in nursing at the Borough of Manhattan Community College and began working on the nursing staff at Bronx Lebanon Hospital. She then went on to finish her bachelor’s degree in nursing at Chamberlain College of Nursing before working at NYU Langone Hospital–Brooklyn. Alongside her work at NYU Langone Hospital, Susane finished her master’s degree as a family nurse practitioner at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University.

She also finished post-graduate work as an acute care nurse practitioner in adult-gerontology through the Hofstra University School of Graduate Nursing & Physician Assistant Studies and is in the process of completing her Doctor of Nursing Practice in healthcare systems leadership at Chamberlain University.

In addition to her clinical practice, Susane also previously served as an adjunct clinical professor at Mercy College in Dobbs Ferry, New York. She is affiliated with several professional organizations, including the Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society of Nursing, American Nurses Association, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, The Nurse Practitioner Association New York State, American Organization for Nursing Leadership, American Vascular Association, and the National Kidney Foundation.

Daniel Shor, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician who specializes in comprehensive, patient-centered care. He practices at Plainsboro Princeton Medical Associates PC, which has offices in Plainsboro Township and Monroe Township, New Jersey. 

With expertise in sports medicine, chronic disease management, and preventive health, Dr. Shor is committed to helping patients achieve long-term wellness through evidence-based treatment plans and personalized guidance. He works closely with patients across all ages and activity levels, tailoring his care to meet their specific health needs.

Dr. Shor believes in empowering his patients through education and encouraging individuals to take an active role in their health. His approach combines preventive strategies with innovative medical solutions to enhance patient outcomes and quality of life. Whether managing chronic conditions, treating sports-related injuries, or conducting routine wellness exams, Dr. Shor is dedicated to delivering compassionate and thorough care.

Outside of his practice, Dr. Shor remains passionate about health, wellness, and staying active. He continues to expand his medical knowledge to provide the highest quality care to his patients.

Peter McAllister, MD, FAAN, is an experienced neurologist and the CEO and president of Ki_Ketamine in Stamford and Westport, Connecticut. At the practice, Dr. McAllister and the team offer patients infusion ketamine therapy to treat a wide variety of conditions, including depression, chronic migraines, and complex regional pain syndrome, to name a few. 

Dr. McAllister earned his medical degree from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine in Farmington, Connecticut. After graduating, he completed his internship and residency at the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond. He was the chief resident during the final year of his neurology residency. 

Dr. McAllister is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Always staying abreast of the latest developments in his field, he has earned accolades for his work and research throughout his career. He’s a fellow of the American Academy of Neurology, the vice president of the board of directors of the Brain Injury Alliance of Connecticut, and a member of multiple professional organizations. 

To learn more about the benefits of ketamine, schedule an appointment with Dr. McAllister by phone or online. 

Ali Shah, MD, is a skilled minimally invasive spine surgeon practicing at MidJersey Orthopaedics (MJO), which has locations in Flemington, Bridgewater, and Washington, New Jersey.

Dr. Shah earned his Doctor of Medicine at Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He then went on to complete his physical medicine and rehabilitation residency at The Ohio State University Medical Center before completing his interventional spine fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic. 

Dr. Shah is board-certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and maintains membership with the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. 

He provides a wide range of treatments, including radiofrequency ablation (RFA) and cervical, lumbar, and thoracic injections, to help his patients lead lives that are less impacted by chronic pain.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Shah, call MidJersey Orthopaedics (MJO) or request an appointment online today. 

Board-certified physician Hitesh Patel, MD, provides expert primary care services for people living and working in Brick, New Jersey, at his practice Premier Healthcare Associates, PC. Dr. Patel is a highly skilled and experienced internal medicine and obesity medicine specialist. 

Dr. Patel is conveniently located near Ocean University Medical Center part of Hackensack Meridian Health in a brand new, state-of-the-art facility. An electronic medical records system is used to maintain your private health records. Most prescriptions are sent out electronically. The practice delivers professional yet compassionate care for people suffering from a wide range of disorders, including thyroid disease, mental health disorders, heart disease, diabetes, and COPD. Dr. Patel also offers additional services, including physical examinations, medical weight loss management, and aesthetic treatments such as skin tightening with TempSure® Envi.

Dr. Patel went to Loyola University of Chicago in Illinois to complete an undergraduate degree with a double major in chemistry and biology. He was awarded the Loyola University Presidential Scholarship (a tuition merit scholarship), was a Pre-Medical Honor Society National Member, and on the Dean's List. Dr. Patel went on to study at Ross University School of Medicine, graduating in 2000. His areas of study included nephrology, urology, gastroenterology, cardiology, psychiatry, neurology, pulmonary disease, ICU (intensive care), surgery, and infectious diseases.

For his postgraduate training in internal medicine, Dr. Patel went to West Suburban Hospital in Oak Park, Illinois, then St. Vincent's Catholic Medical Center, part of New York Medical College in Queens, New York City. After completing his training, Dr. Patel worked as a staff physician and an attending teaching physician. He was also an occupational physician for Continental Airlines at Newark International Airport in Newark, New Jersey, before launching his private practice in 2006.

Dr. Patel is a member of the American Medical Association, the American College of Physicians, and the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin. He is fluent in Gujarati and Hindi as well as English. In his spare time, Dr. Patel enjoys spending time with his family and pursuing his hobbies.     

Cara Barlis, MD, is a primary care physician who is board certified in family medicine. She currently sees patients at Princeton Sports and Family Medicine, P.C., in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. 

She was raised in Toronto, Canada, and graduated from Queen’s University Medical School. She completed her family practice residency at the University of Toronto.  

Dr. Barlis evaluates and treats patients with a wide variety of acute and chronic medical conditions. Her patients range in age from adolescence to the elderly, and she enjoys seeing multiple generations of family members. She also offers women’s health care, including contraception, routine gynecology, menopausal concerns, and osteoporosis management.   

Dr. Barlis also works as a collaborative physician at The College of New Jersey Student Health Services. She is responsible for the medical care of students who present to health services with medical illness, sports injuries, women’s and men’s health concerns, and preventive needs.  She also serves as a consulting physician to The Hun School of Princeton, and in the past, has provided medical services at Hamilton Township Health Department sexually transmitted disease clinics. 

For a number of years, Dr. Barlis has been privileged to be part of a medical mission team, providing care to underserved populations in Guatemala.  

Dr. Barlis recognizes that mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing are interrelated.  She truly believes in a patient-centered approach to family medicine and strives to partner with her patients with the goal of preventing disease and achieving lifelong wellness.

Peter C. Wenger, MD, is an orthopedic and non-operative sports injury specialist at Princeton Sports and Family Medicine, P.C., in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. He is board certified in both family medicine and sports medicine. 

Dr. Wenger graduated magna cum laude from Loyola College with a Bachelor of Science in biology. He attended and earned his medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Wenger then completed a surgical internship at Rush University in Chicago, Illinois, and was promoted with highest honors. 

Afterward, he completed his residency in family medicine with an emphasis in orthopedics at Hackensack Meridian Health Mountainside Medical Center. Finally, he completed his training at the University of Pittsburgh – Center for Sports Medicine, where he graduated from the Shadyside Hospital Sports Medicine Fellowship with distinguished honors.

Dr. Wenger brings a unique approach to sports medicine care with his comprehensive understanding of family medicine, sports medicine, and surgery. As a multisport athlete himself, he understands a patient’s desire to safely return to their sport.

Chukwunwike Paul Okafor, MD (Chike), a New Jersey native, is a board-certified sports medicine and family medicine provider at Princeton Sports and Family Medicine. He completed his Sports Medicine Fellowship training at Duke University where he served as a team physician for Duke, Elon, and North Carolina Central University Athletics.

Chike graduated from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and completed his residency at Albert Einstein - Montefiore in Family Medicine. He is passionate about keeping his patients active as well as himself. Whether it’s helping an athlete or patient return after an injury or discussing injury prevention strategies, his mission is to work in collaboration with each individual he encounters to achieve their goals.

Chike strives to provide personalized care for each of his patients that address their unique needs. As a sports medicine physician he provides care for injury prevention, acute and chronic tendinopathy, degenerative joint disease (arthritis), fractures, diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound, ultrasound guided injections, concussion care, and other musculoskeletal conditions. As a family medicine physician, he provides comprehensive care including annual wellness visits, sick visits, management of chronic medical condition, and discussing preventative care. He is invested in empowering his patients to better understand and take control of their health.

When Chike is not practicing medicine, you can find him playing basketball, practicing Jiu Jitsu, spending time with family or friends or trying new restaurants.

Richard Levandowski, MD, specializes in orthopedic medicine and primary care medicine at Princeton Sports and Family Medicine, P.C., in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. He is a primary care sports medicine specialist who is board certified in sports medicine and family medicine.

Dr. Levandowski spent ten years as a team physician and the Director of Athletic Medicine at Princeton University in New Jersey. He then became the Director of the Institute for Sports Medicine Institute, where he started the Sports Medicine Fellowship that is now part of Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

Dr. Levandowski has been a team physician at the Pan American Games, World Athletics Championships for USA Track and Field, and Princeton Training Camps for the USRowing, as well as for the Haitian National Athletics Team and Intercollegiate Tennis Association. Dr. Levandowski is deeply proud of his long association with Special Olympics New Jersey and is honored to be named the Head Physician for the 2014 Special Olympics USA Games.

Adam Redlich, MD, is board-certified and fellowship-trained in Sports Medicine, practicing at A+ Athlete Sports Medicine. With two office locations in Robbinsville (Mercer county) and Neptune (Monmouth), New Jersey, Dr. Redlich sees patients at both offices & brings with him over 20 years of experience in the field.  

Dr. Redlich's passion is to maintain the small-town, local sports doctor approach for the region, which he has been doing since 2003 - even before he opened A+ Athlete Sports Medicine. He takes great pride in serving the community and surrounding area he calls home. 

Dr. Redlich also trained under one of the non-operative sports medicine field’s founders at Rutgers/Jersey Shore University Medical Center - Sports Medicine Fellowship, Dr. Stephen Rice, in addition to leaders in the Sports Medicine & Regenerative Medicine and Musculoskeletal Ultrasound fields – Dr. Brian Shiple and Dr. Robert Monaco.  

Education has always been of importance to Dr. Redlich. He trained at Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and Crozer Keystone Healthplex Sports Medicine Institute.  During his family medicine residency at suburban Philadelphia's Crozer Keystone Health System, he acquired tremendous experience caring for athletes from local schools, weekend warriors doing marathons and triathlons, and higher level athletes at nearby Olympic Training Sites thru Healthplex Sports Medicine Institute.   Dr. Redlich remains an adjunct faculty member and volunteer clinical instructor for Rutgers - RWJ Medical School – Family Medicine, RWJBarnabas Residency – Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine, Hackensack Meridian Health – Jersey Shore University Medical Center / Ocean Medical Center – Pediatrics & Family Medicine, CentraState Medical Center – Family Medicine, Newark Beth Israel – Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine. 

He also maintains medical hospital staff privileges at RWJBarnabas - Robert Wood Johnson Hamilton, Penn Health - Princeton Medical Center, and Hackensack Meridian Health - Jersey Shore University Medical Center.   He serves on the Medical Advisory Panels for the joint ventures between the hospitals/fitness & wellness centers regarding programs related to health and wellness for RWJ Hamilton & Princeton Medical Center.  Furthermore, he works with local Physical Therapy and Athletic Training Programs serving as a consulting physician.

Dr. Redlich lives with his family within a few minutes of his office and was born and raised in Monmouth County.  He himself enjoys being active having over the years been a coach, runner, marathoner, triathlete, golfer, weight-lifter, hiker, mountain & trail biker, cycling, spin, yoga, walker, and High Intensity Interval Training participant at various points in his life. 

Rebecca Ennis-Paez is a Clinical Social Work intern at Hudson River Care and Counseling, a mental health practice with two office locations in Hoboken and Teaneck, New Jersey. Telehealth services are also available.

Education and learning have always been of great interest to Rebecca. She pursued her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Alliance University (formerly known as NYACK College).  

In conjunction with her internship, Rebecca has been an administrator at Hudson River Care and Counseling since 2017.

Rebecca focuses on her work with prenatal and postpartum women, adolescents, trauma, anxiety, depression, couples counseling, and military families — her particular interest areas. She uses a variety of approaches to help her patients, including The Strength-based approach, Goal-Setting Approach, Narrative Theory, and Systems Theory.

In her personal life, Rebecca is a mother of two boys and the wife of an Army Veteran. 

In addition, Rebecca has been a Hair and Makeup artist for over ten years. Her background influences her focus on natural health, beauty, and therapy approaches. She is passionate dedicated, and looks forward to helping you achieve your goals.

Betrice Thompson is a highly experienced LCSW with over 30 years of dedicated service in the field of social work, specializing in geriatric issues, such as adjustment disorder, grief and loss, hospice, depression, anxiety, and caregiver support. She has assisted families and individuals through the difficult process of selecting alternative placement and services.

Betrice passion extends to working with the faith community, particularly clergy (pastors and their families) addressing issues related to mental health challenges often not discussed in the faith community.

Betrice holds several advanced degrees including a master’s in social work from the University of Oklahoma-Norman, a master’s in education with a specialty in gerontology from the University of Central Oklahoma-Edmond. She recently obtained a double master’s in Divinity and Pastoral Care and Counseling from New Brunswick Theological Seminary, New Brunswick. She holds certificates from the National Association of Social Workers where she has been a member for several years in Clinical Social Worker Supervision and as a Certified Advanced Social Work Case Manager (C-ASWM). Betrice is the owner of Beyond Christian Counseling, a faith-based agency providing counseling services to the community.

If interested in scheduling a virtual appointment, contact Hudson River Care and Counseling at 201-541-8600. 

Vanvian Hoo, LCSW, PsyD, is a senior clinical and psychotherapist at Hudson River Care and Counseling. Dr. Hoo works virtually. 

Vanvian brings over 20 years of experience to the practice with no signs of stopping. Currently pursuing her doctorate in psychology from Felician University in Rutherford, New Jersey, Vanvian specializes in neuropsychology and multicultural psychology. She is trained in various behavioral models, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). 

After receiving her Bachelor of Science from Wagner College, Vanvian earned a master’s in Social Work from Columbia University in New York City. She works from a Strength-based Based Perspective with her patients and has an integrative approach, utilizing various evidence-based practices depending on the needs of her clients. She includes various modalities in her treatment plans, such as play therapy with children, parenting, trauma work, anxiety, depression, and relational issues with adults and adolescents. 

Vanvian also worked as a school-based mental health social worker at TSMS, a middle school located in the East Village, New York, for 13 years. She also has extensive work experience in nonprofits and hospital settings. Additionally, Vanvian has extensive knowledge working with young children and parents as a mental health consultant for a Head Start program in NYC. 

She has worked in Chinatown to mitigate and decrease the mental health stigma and deliver mental health services to the community. Vanvian is committed to addressing social injustice issues and helping clients break the transmission of intergenerational trauma. Teaching and supervising master’s level social work interns from Columbia University, Hunter College, and NYU is one of her many gratifying accomplishments. In her free time, Vanvian loves to design and create handmade greeting cards.

Dr. Hoo is licensed in both NY and NJ. She is bilingual in Cantonese and in English.

Erin M. Heaslip is a board-certified music therapist and licensed social worker. She completed her master’s in music therapy from the University of Miami and has been practicing music therapy since 2011. She completed her master’s in social work in 2024 from Boston University and is licensed in New Jersey and New York. Erin offers both virtual and in person sessions in the Hoboken office.

She has experience with children with developmental disabilities and neurodiverse clients and families. She enjoys working with adults, children, and families to work through adverse experiences, life changes, those working through depression and anxiety. She is knowledgeable in women’s issues related to infertility, postpartum care and perinatal mental health.  Through a strengths perspective, she uses music and creative arts modalities, in addition to talk therapy to learn and implement positive coping strategies for improved well-being. Erin works to provide a safe environment, while maintaining a positive and supportive relationship. Through acceptance and empathy, she utilizes therapeutic interventions using psychodynamic, humanistic, and cognitive behavioral principles in her practice. Each person is unique and is valued when working towards their treatment goals. I look forward to working with you!