Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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For more than 20 years, Doctors United has been providing comprehensive pain management services at its offices in the West Farms and Wakefield neighborhoods in the Bronx, White Plains, Yonkers, and Ardsley, New York. The multi-specialty practice has experts in many fields of medicine, including a neurologist, physical medicine and rehabilitation physician, pain management physician, orthopedic specialist, and social worker, all under one roof.
Doctors United specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of pain conditions, including neck pain, back pain, sciatica, knee pain, headaches, tendinitis, slipped disc, and shoulder pain. The multi-specialty practice manages car accident injuries like whiplash and workers’ compensation cases. The physicians keep detailed records of injuries and treatments so patients get the best care possible. The physicians at Doctors United also testify in court when needed.
The multi-specialty pain management practice provides chiropractic care, joint injections, and physical therapy so patients get the well-rounded care they need to ease their pain condition.
To better accommodate busy schedules, Doctors United has evening hours during the week and is open on Saturdays. The pain management practice aims to effectively help as many people as possible without sacrificing the quality of care. Call Doctors United or schedule an appointment online today.
OUR MISSION
Doctors United facilities are out-patient treatment centers dedicated to providing superb patient care combined with attention to clinical excellence.
We want to effectively help as many people as possible without sacrificing their quality of care.
OUR VISION
To be the primary medical facility of choice for patients and referring physicians in Greater New York and Westchester County because of our commitment to provide high quality healthcare to our patients.
To be a prominent medical facility known for meeting the healthcare needs of the entire community through incomparable patient care and wellness programs.
David Lent, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at Doctors United, with offices in the West Farms and Wakefield neighborhoods in Yonkers, New York. He is highly trained in orthopedic surgery, with over two decades of experience in the field.
Dr. Lent earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in health science from Yeshiva University in New York City, New York, and received his medical degree at New York University School of Medicine in New York City, New York.
He completed an orthopedic residency program at Montefiore Medical Center in The Bronx, New York City, New York, and a sports medicine fellowship at Staten Island University Hospital in Staten Island, New York.
Dr. Lent enjoys helping his patients achieve exceptional musculoskeletal health and a better quality of life. Patients with sports injuries, work-related injuries, auto accident injuries, or age-related wear-and-tear rely on him to get back on their feet and make a full recovery.
Dr. Lent has numerous hospital affiliations in New York, including St. John’s Riverside Hospital in Yonkers, where he serves as Chief of the Department of Orthopedic Surgery; Montefiore Medical Center in The Bronx; St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Yonkers; and Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City.
He also worked as a professor at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) in Erie, Pennsylvania, and was voted Top Doctor by Westchester Magazine and Castle Connolly Medical.
He maintains his advanced medical credentials with ongoing education in the latest advancements in orthopedic medicine. Dr. Lent is board-certified in orthopedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and is a member of numerous medical organizations. Examples include the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and Westchester County Medical Society.
Dr. Lent looks forward to improving musculoskeletal function in all his patients and welcomes them to Doctors United.
Marc Menkowitz, MD, is a fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopaedic spine surgeon who specializes in the operative and nonoperative treatment of adult and pediatric spinal disorders. He provides care to patients at the Center for the Functional Restoration of the Spine in Shrewsbury, Toms River, and Edison, New Jersey.
Dr. Menkowitz started his education at The Hill School, a prestigious secondary boarding school in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. He went on to graduate from the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia and earned his medical degree from the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, also in Philadelphia. He completed his orthopaedic surgery training at the Monmouth Medical Center, one of the oldest programs in New Jersey. Afterward, Dr. Menkowitz completed his spine surgery fellowship at The New York Spine Institute at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.
Upon completing his fellowship, he moved back to Monmouth County, New Jersey, and together with another fellowship-trained spine surgeon, they established the Center for the Functional Restoration of the Spine. Concurrently, he was appointed to the academic committee of the Monmouth Orthopaedic Surgery program. He is also an assistant professor at Drexel University College of Medicine.
Dr. Menkowitz has co-authored several articles pertaining to spinal surgery, which have been presented at international meetings. His areas of expertise include the operative and nonoperative treatment of adult and pediatric spinal deformity, disc herniations, degenerative conditions of the spine, tumors, and sports-related injuries.
Courtney Ellenberger, NP-C, MSN, RN, RNFA is a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and Registered Nurse First Assist. She completed her undergraduate nursing education at Seton Hall University and continued on to earn her Masters Degree in Nursing at Monmouth University. She began her nursing career as a Registered Nurse in the Operating Room at Monmouth Medical Center where she did a majority of her work in Orthopedic Surgery.
Education
Monmouth University, Graduate School ~ Long Branch, NJ January 2013 - May 2016
Seton Hall University, Undergraduate ~ South Orange, New Jersey
Licensure
New Jersey State Nurse Practitioner License 2016 - Present
New Jersey State Nursing License 2013 - Present
Professional Affiliations
American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Certified Nurse, Operating Room (CNOR)
Boards
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certified July 2016
Practice
Center for the Functional Restoration of the Spine
Steve Paragioudakis, MD, is an experienced orthopedic spine surgeon at the Center for the Functional Restoration of the Spine, with locations in Shrewsbury, Toms River, and Edison, New Jersey.
Dr. Paragioudakis received his Bachelor of Arts from Johns Hopkins University and his medical degree from the Rutgers School of Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS), formerly the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. Dr. Paragioudakis completed his internship and residency program at the RBHS in the Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Department of Orthopaedics.
Dr. Paragioudakis has received recognition for his research throughout his career, and his clinical science paper received the International Volvo Award for Low Back Pain Research in 2000. He is a member of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, as well as the National Board of Medical Examiners.
In addition to serving patients at the Center for the Functional Restoration of the Spine, Dr. Paragioudakis provides care at Orthopaedic Spine Specialists of NJ.
David Dickerson, MD, is a highly trained, board-certified orthopaedic surgeon at Performance Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine in Wall Township, Toms River, and Shrewsbury, New Jersey. He specializes in an integrative approach to treating and managing sports injuries and pediatric injuries, as well as joint reconstruction.
A native of Louisiana, Dr. Dickerson graduated summa cum laude from the University of Louisiana, Lafayette, with a bachelor’s degree in biology. He then went on to earn his Doctor of Medicine from Louisiana State University’s School of Medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. After completing his internship in Greenville, South Carolina, Dr. Dickerson completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, New Jersey.
Dr. Dickerson’s training didn’t stop there. He continued honing his craft, narrowing in on sports medicine while studying at the Orthopaedic Foundation for Active Lifestyles in Connecticut and New York.
In his professional career as an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Dickerson mainly specializes in arthroscopic and reconstructive procedures of the shoulder, knee, ankle, elbow, and hip. He also performs comprehensive total joint replacement and helps his adult and child patients manage traumatic bone and joint injuries.
Throughout his career, Dr. Dickerson has developed many close personal relationships with patients who are eternally grateful for his compassion and personalized care.
When he’s not in the office treating patients, Dr. Dickerson leads an active lifestyle, participating in car racing, running, and golf.
Steve Paragioudakis, MD, is an experienced orthopedic spine surgeon at the Center for the Functional Restoration of the Spine, with locations in Shrewsbury, Toms River, and Edison, New Jersey.
Dr. Paragioudakis received his Bachelor of Arts from Johns Hopkins University and his medical degree from the Rutgers School of Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS), formerly the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. Dr. Paragioudakis completed his internship and residency program at the RBHS in the Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Department of Orthopaedics.
Dr. Paragioudakis has received recognition for his research throughout his career, and his clinical science paper received the International Volvo Award for Low Back Pain Research in 2000. He is a member of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, as well as the National Board of Medical Examiners.
In addition to serving patients at the Center for the Functional Restoration of the Spine, Dr. Paragioudakis provides care at Orthopaedic Spine Specialists of NJ.
Marc Menkowitz, MD, is a fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopaedic spine surgeon who specializes in the operative and nonoperative treatment of adult and pediatric spinal disorders. He provides care to patients at the Center for the Functional Restoration of the Spine in Shrewsbury, Toms River, and Edison, New Jersey.
Dr. Menkowitz started his education at The Hill School, a prestigious secondary boarding school in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. He went on to graduate from the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia and earned his medical degree from the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, also in Philadelphia. He completed his orthopaedic surgery training at the Monmouth Medical Center, one of the oldest programs in New Jersey. Afterward, Dr. Menkowitz completed his spine surgery fellowship at The New York Spine Institute at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.
Upon completing his fellowship, he moved back to Monmouth County, New Jersey, and together with another fellowship-trained spine surgeon, they established the Center for the Functional Restoration of the Spine. Concurrently, he was appointed to the academic committee of the Monmouth Orthopaedic Surgery program. He is also an assistant professor at Drexel University College of Medicine.
Dr. Menkowitz has co-authored several articles pertaining to spinal surgery, which have been presented at international meetings. His areas of expertise include the operative and nonoperative treatment of adult and pediatric spinal deformity, disc herniations, degenerative conditions of the spine, tumors, and sports-related injuries.
Courtney Ellenberger, NP-C, MSN, RN, RNFA is a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and Registered Nurse First Assist. She completed her undergraduate nursing education at Seton Hall University and continued on to earn her Masters Degree in Nursing at Monmouth University. She began her nursing career as a Registered Nurse in the Operating Room at Monmouth Medical Center where she did a majority of her work in Orthopedic Surgery.
Education
Monmouth University, Graduate School ~ Long Branch, NJ January 2013 - May 2016
Seton Hall University, Undergraduate ~ South Orange, New Jersey
Licensure
New Jersey State Nurse Practitioner License 2016 - Present
New Jersey State Nursing License 2013 - Present
Professional Affiliations
American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Certified Nurse, Operating Room (CNOR)
Boards
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certified July 2016
Practice
Center for the Functional Restoration of the Spine
With his dedication to advancements in non-operative alternative treatments and surgical procedures, Board-certified Hand Surgeon, Gregory G. Fedorcik, MD, FACS, is a trusted expert for patients suffering from hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow ailments. He treats patients at Central Jersey Hand Surgery, with office locations in Eatontown, and Toms River, New Jersey.
Dr. Fedorcik earned his Bachelor of Science from Hamilton College, Medical Degree from SGUSOM, and then completed his five year Surgery Residency at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, NJ in 2005.
Following residency Dr. Fedorcik trained at Duke University Medical Center’s highly competitive Hand, Upper Extremity and Microvascular Fellowship program in Durham, North Carolina. During his fellowship he gained extensive experience learning and working with world leaders in hand and upper extremity surgery.
Continuing his education and providing evidence based treatment is important to Dr. Fedorcik. He’s a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a Founder’s Member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, a member of the American Association for Surgery of the Hand, the Duke Hand Society, the Piedmont Orthopedic Society, and the New York Society for Surgery of the Hand, among others.
Dr. Fedorcik has particular interest and expertise in minimally invasive treatment of distal radius fractures, wrist arthroscopy for sports related ligament injuries, carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel syndromes, and remains current with the most advanced treatment options for hand and wrist arthritis, Dupuytren’s disease, and peripheral nerve repair and reconstruction.
Dr. Fedorcik continues to be recognized annually as one of the prestigious Castle Connely “Top Doctors,” and is highlighted as a “Top Doctor” in Inside Jersey magazine.
Dr. Fedorcik currently accepts new patients and welcomes them to the practice.
Dedicated to modern, innovative approaches to treating hand and wrist conditions, board-certified orthopedist Teddy Atik, MD, FAAOS, provides integrative care at Central Jersey Hand Surgery. Dr. Atik treats patients at the practice’s locations in Eatontown, and Toms River, New Jersey.
After earning his Doctor of Medicine from the prestigious New York University (NYU) School of Medicine in New York City, Dr. Atik went through extensive patient care training. He completed a comprehensive orthopedic surgery residency at the NYU Medical Center and Hospital for Joint Diseases in New York City.
Dr. Atik then finished a competitive fellowship program at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, where he gained extensive training in hand and microsurgery. He’s now board certified in orthopaedic surgery and surgery of the hand by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He’s also a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Additionally, Dr. Atik maintains professional memberships with the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, the American Medical Association, the New York Society for Surgery of the Hand, and the Eastern Orthopaedic Association, among others.
Because of Dr. Atik’s dedication to research-driven treatments and continuing education, he earned multiple recognitions as one of the “Top Doctors” in New Jersey Monthly and the prestigious Castle Connolly “Top Doctors” award.
Dr. Atik is one of the pioneers of Xiaflex and Needle Aponeurotomy for the treatment of Dupuytren’s contracture in the U.S. since 2008 having traveled to France and learned the procedure first hand from the doctor that invented it. He is a co-designer of a safe and effective device for the treatment of Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel and Cubital Tunnel Release being used by hundreds of surgeons around the United States.
Dr. Atik currently accepts new patients and welcomes them to the practice.
As a renowned expert in complex hand and wrist conditions, board-certified orthopedist Gary Pess, MD, FACS, FAAOS, brings a wealth of knowledge to Central Jersey Hand Surgery. He cares for patients at the state-of-the-art practice locations in Eatontown, and Toms River, New Jersey.
Dr. Pess earned his Doctor of Medicine from the State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine in Brooklyn. After graduating, Dr. Pess completed a comprehensive orthopedic surgery residency at the New York University Langone Health Bellevue Hospital Center in New York City.
To further his expertise, Dr. Pess went through an in-depth fellowship in hand surgery, upper extremity surgery and microsurgery at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Dr. Pess is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery in orthopaedic surgery and surgery of the hand. He was also trained in Needle Aponeurotomy in Paris, France.
Throughout his career, Dr. Pess has furthered his education and maintained professional affiliations to ensure he stays up to date with the latest advancements in medicine. He holds a certificate of added qualifications in hand surgery, in addition to memberships with the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, the American Association for Hand Surgery and the American Medical Association, among others. He’s also a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons.
He is the co-inventor of a knife used for minimally invasive trigger finger release and a world-wide expert in Needle Aponeurotomy and Xiaflex for Dupuytren’s contracture.
Because of Dr. Pess’ dedication to high-quality patient care and continuing education, he’s the recipient of numerous awards. Dr. Pess was listed as one of the prestigious Castle Connely “Top Doctors,” in addition to multiple recognitions as one of the “Top Doctors” in New Jersey Monthly.
Dr. Pess currently accepts new patients and welcomes them to the practice.
Known for his expertise in complex hand and wrist conditions, board-certified orthopedist Raymond Decker Jr., MD, FACS, FAAOS, ABIME, CIME, can help patients recover from the pain and restore their hand functions. Dr. Decker cares for patients at Central Jersey Hand Surgery in Eatontown, and Toms River, New Jersey.
After earning his Doctor of Medicine from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C., Dr. Decker went through extensive patient care training. He completed an orthopedic surgery residency at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, New Jersey. Dr. Decker then finished a hand and microsurgery fellowship at Tampa General Hospital in Florida.
Not only is Dr. Decker board certified in orthopaedic surgery and surgery of the hand by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, but he also has advanced training and professional affiliations. Dr. Decker is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons.
He even maintains memberships with the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, the American Medical Association, and the Eastern Orthopaedic Association, to name a few. As a specialized medical expert, Dr. Decker is a respected certified Independent Medical Examiner and is affiliated with the American Board of Independent Medical Examiners.
Dr. Decker currently accepts new patients and welcomes them to the practice.