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My name is Tijuana Temple and I am the owner of T Temple Family Health NP PLLC. I have many years of experience in healthcare providing medical care to those in need. My background in telemetry, emergency, internal, and neurology allows me to provide a broad range of services and offer my patients with the quality care they deserve. I graduated from Long Island University with a Masters of Science in the Family Nurse Practitioner program. I am AANP Board Certified, and a long-time member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. My passion for medicine fuels my drive on a daily basis to face the obstacles of healthcare and motivates me to be a better provider to my patients. The feeling you get as a provider when you can make someone feel good about their health is priceless.

Michele Reed, DO, FAAFP, is a board-certified family medicine physician, public speaker, and best-selling author. She serves as the owner/medical director of MS Family Medicine Health Care, P.C., a holistic practice that serves two locations in Garden City, Long Island and Rosedale, Queens. Recently, Dr. Michele was appointed as the first Health and Wellness Ambassador for Discover Long Island. Her debut book “Mentally Fit, Physically Strong: The FitDoc’s Guide to Real Life, Real Fitness, Real Health” was released May 2017 and became a bestseller on Amazon in June 2017.

Dr. Michele received her undergraduate degree from the State University of New York at Stony Brook and her medical degree from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. She also serves as the School District Physician for the Malverne and Roosevelt School Districts in Nassau County, NY. Dr. Michele remains committed to serving her community and also serves as the community Medical Director for The Congregational Church of South Hempstead. One of her greatest accomplishments was completing The NYC Marathon in the fall of 2015. Since then, she has completed the Chicago Marathon (Oct 2016) and has challenged herself to run half-marathons in all 50 states.

Michael Jurewicz, MD, is a dedicated urologist and the founder of Vantage Medical Associates, P.C., which has locations in the Bergen Beach, Coney Island, Williamsburg, and Sheepshead Bay neighborhoods in Brooklyn, the Far Rockaway neighborhood in Queens, and Brentwood, West Hempstead, and Babylon, New York. Dr. Jurewicz has extensive experience in providing exceptional men’s health care. 

Dr. Jurewicz earned his bachelor’s degree in brain, behavior, and cognitive sciences from Michigan University in 2007. He then went on to pursue his doctorate in medicine at Wayne State University, graduating in 2011. Following medical school, he received post-graduate training in general surgery, urology, and infertility around medical clinics in Miami, Florida, and New Hyde Park, New York. 

He is certified by the American Board of Urology. To provide the highest quality of care at Vantage Medical Associates, P.C., Dr. Jurewicz holds professional memberships in the American Urological Association, Society for Male Reproduction and Urology, Society for the Study of Male Reproduction, American Society for Reproductive Medicine, and the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Society. 

In addition to serving patients, Dr. Jurewicz is also actively involved in clinical research for infertility, hypogonadism, bladder tumors, prostate issues, and several other urology topics. He is a co-author of “The Complete Guide to Male Fertility Preservation.”

Kenya Crafton is a Board Certified Nurse Practitioner and the visionary behind KC Performance. With over a decade of experience, she bridges the gap between medical treatments and fitness to optimize health, recovery, and performance. Kenya specializes in non-surgical pain management, weight loss, and regenerative therapies, offering personalized care tailored to each patient’s unique needs. Through services like peptide therapy, IV hydration, biomarker testing, and body composition scanning, she empowers patients to achieve their wellness goals and improve their quality of life. Kenya combines her expertise in sports medicine and athletic recovery to help patients overcome injuries and maximize performance. Her approach includes advanced techniques like VO2 max testing and metabolic assessments to enhance recovery and optimize physical potential. With a focus on comprehensive care and lasting results, Kenya redefines what it means to thrive in health, wellness, and peak performance.

At Elora Health and Wellness, board-certified family nurse practitioner Dr. Shakiraye Rookwood, DNP, FNP-BC, provides comprehensive primary care for residents in the Rockville Centre neighborhood of Long Island and throughout New York City.

Elora Health and Wellness’ vision is to provide access to patient centered quality care to the community and facilitate a collaborative environment between patient and provider.

In February 2023, Dr. Rookwood opened Elora Health and Wellness to provide the best evidence-based and patient-centered care for people in and around Long Island. 

At Elora Health and Wellness, Dr. Rookwood works with patients collaboratively to develop treatment plans that encourage informed healthcare decision-making. 

She takes a holistic and personalized treatment approach with patients, incorporating healthy lifestyle changes and routine preventive screenings. Dr. Rookwood also prescribes medications but prefers alternatives when possible.

As a doctorally prepared nurse practitioner, Dr. Rookwood has the knowledge and expertise to treat various acute and chronic health problems, including asthma, urinary tract infections, flu, diabetes, and hypertension (high blood pressure).

Patients visit Elora Health and Wellness for various medical services, including annual exams, Department of Transportation (DOT) physicals, and STD testing. Dr. Rookwood also provides women’s health services that include Pap smears, breast exams, and referrals for mammograms and ultrasounds.

Dr.Rookwood is a compassionate and altruistic provider. She knows there are many barriers to achieving good health, and she takes her professional responsibility seriously. Dr.Rookwood's focus on collaborative care and patient education ensures each individual receives the help they need to thrive.

Call Elora Health and Wellness today to request a new patient consultation, or book your appointment online. Telehealth is also an option.

Brandon O’Connor, MD, is the medical director and attending physician at O’Connor Medical Urgent Care in Port Jervis, New York. He welcomes patients and their families to receive prompt evaluations with same- or next-day visits, including walk-in appointments. He strives to offer the region’s highest level of individualized care with diagnostic tests directly in the office.

Dr. O’Connor attended Albright College in Reading, Pennsylvania, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in biochemistry. He continued his education with medical school at the American University of the Caribbean in Sint Maarten. After earning his medical degree, he completed a residency at Somerset Family Practice in Somerset, Pennsylvania, where he was chief resident during his final year. 

Since completing his education and training, Dr. O’Connor has provided primary care, urgent care, and rehabilitative care. In his current role at O’Connor Medical Urgent Care, he specializes in occupational medicine and routinely provides physical exams, digital X-ray imaging, and immunizations. 

Dr. O’Connor and his staff are eager to welcome new and returning patients to O’Connor Medical Urgent Care for any medical concern. Patients may book online or over the phone, or they can walk in for instant care any time. 

We take an approach toward achieving long-term health of our patients through ‘old-fashioned’ personal patient relationships. Autonomously practice at the pinnacle of Internal Medicine expertise, leading patient care of the complex chronically ill in collaboration with highly skilled specialists. All of our staff members are friendly, knowledgeable, and exceptionally well-train they are caring, and highly proficient in their office duties. Should you have any questions or concerns before, during or after a visit to our Stamford office, do not hesitate to visit with one of our staff members. They are readily standing by to address your needs. ​ Dr Tabitha B. Fortt is a Board Certified Family Physician in Stamford, Connecticut. A native of Bridgeport, CT, Dr. Fortt attended Fairfield University and Georgetown University School of Medicine. After completing her residency training at Columbia University’s Program in Family Practice-Stamford Hospital, she served as the Medical

Dr. Elad Tennen is a Board-Certified Sports Medicine Physician who provides expert care to patients at Orthocenter. Dr. Tennen specializes in Non-Operative Sports Medicine with experience treating Musculoskeletal injuries and systemic athletic conditions from your weekend warrior to the professional athlete.

Dr. Tennen received his undergraduate degree in Biology with minors in Mathematics and Chemistry from Ramapo College of New Jersey, graduating with Honors. Following graduation, Dr. Tennen went on to Ross University School of Medicine for his Medical Degree. After receiving his Medical Degree Dr. Tennen completed an Internal Medicine Internship at Elmhurst Hospital in affiliation with Mount Sinai Hospital.

After his Internship, Dr. Tennen completed his Residency in Family Medicine from the Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in Somerset NJ. After Residency, Dr. Tennen completed an ACGME Accredited Fellowship at Atlantic Sports Health in Morristown NJ. While in Fellowship, Dr. Tennen’s training involved providing sideline medical coverage for the New York Jets, Division I athletes from Seton Hall University and a private hockey league.

Dr. Tennen practices non-surgical techniques, using conservative measures to allow patients to rehabilitate from their injuries. His Primary Care background allows for treatment of Non-Orthopaedic / medical injuries in athletes ranging from concussion management/return to play, athletic fatigue, overtraining, exercised induced asthma, as well as management of athletes with other chronic medical conditions. Dr. Tennen believes in using the patient-centered approach in providing care and building a strong rapport with his patients.

Dr. Tennen is a New Jersey native who was raised nearby in Marlboro NJ. He enjoys spending time with his family, watching football and following the fitness industry. Dr. Tennen plays an active role in his community serving as the District Physician for several local school districts in Monmouth County NJ.

Benjamin J Scopellite MS, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant. He received his bachelor's in Biology from Seton Hall University in 2019, and Subsequently his Masters's as a Physician Assistant from Seton Hall University in 2021.

Benjamin has always had a great interest in orthopedic surgery and since graduating as a PA in 2021 he has worked in orthopedics.

During his practice he has seen patients in the emergency and inpatient hospital setting as well as the outpatient clinic; in addition to acting as a surgical first assist in a wide variety of orthopedic procedures.

Benjamin joined Orthocenter in 2022. His primary responsibilities include assisting the surgeons in the operating room and seeing patients at both Riverview Medical Center and Bayshore Medical Center. Benjamin also sees patients in the outpatient office setting.

 

 

Alexander C. Scopellite MS, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant who has been employed with the OrthoCenter since 2019. Alex received his Masters as a Physician Assistant from Seton Hall University 2019. He has always had a passion for the orthopaedic medical field which he discovered working at Bayshore Medical Center in the OR during his undergraduate and graduate education.

Alex currently functions as the managing PA-C for the practice. His primary responsibilities include assisting all the surgeons in the practice in the operating room, as well as seeing patients admitted to the hospital and in the emergency room at Riverview Medical Center and Bayshore Medical Center. Alex will perform bedside fracture and dislocation reductions, application of splints, application of wound vac systems, and intra-articular joint injections/aspirations.

Alex also occasionally sees patients in the outpatient office setting; evaluating new patients, managing patients in the post-operative period, and see patients for routine repeat injections.

Dr. Stephanie Idjadi, PT, DPT received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the New York Institute of Technology. She has done research in Parkinson's and was published in the International Journal of Health Sciences. Stephanie began her career at Reddy Care Physical Therapy 12 years ago as a physical therapy aide while also working on marketing, recruiting, human resources, and many other administrative activities. After graduating in 2015 Stephanie started her career with us as a physical therapist. As the clinical director of our Great Neck clinic, she supports a team of therapists. In her role, she ensures that clinical care is delivered to the highest standards so that patients can achieve their goals.

Dr. Eric Bayer, PT, DPT received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy with honors from Thomas Jefferson University in 2008. His Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science was earned at the University of Delaware in 2005. After graduating Physical Therapy school, he moved back home to Long Island, where started his career working in outpatient private practice. He has now been working for Reddy Care Physical Therapy for the past 8 years and has strived to advance his clinical and managerial skills. As the director of the Farmingdale office, he supports a team of 5 people. He provides guidance and monitors the performance of the physical therapists and the front desk staff as well as makes day-to-day decisions for the Farmingdale office in order to better serve the needs of our 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.