Max Annis graduated from the Pacific College of Health and Science with a Master of Science Degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine (MSTOM). He developed his practice and skills working in community clinics and private practice for over 6 years before joining ORA in 2020. Max specializes in treating orthopedic, digestive, and psycho-emotional issues. His goal is to help each patient heal and to empower them to regain harmony throughout their lives with lasting lifestyle changes. He also works with women in all areas of fertility and pregnancy support. Max also works with individuals to treat all stages of addiction and recovery. 

Born into a family of three generations of physicians, Max has always been drawn to healing. He found acupuncture after receiving treatment for his neck and back pain; after seeing success in these treatments, he explored the philosophy of TCM and decided to dedicate himself to its practice. He encourages his patients to stretch, hydrate and meditate, and to always set aside time to calm, repair and reorganize their minds.

When Max is not treating patients, you can find him reading, at the gym, playing the drums, drawing or playing chess.

Education

• Bachelor of Arts degree

• Master of Science Degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine from the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine

• New York State Licensed Acupuncturist

Janelle received her Masters in Science from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in 2012, and has since successfully treated thousands of acupuncture cases, ranging from insomnia, depression, and pain syndromes, to autoimmune and gynecological disorders and pre- and post-natal care. She also has five plus years of community acupuncture experience.

Originally a student of astrology, she was drawn to acupuncture on realizing that the two shared a core philosophy: theidea that humanity and one’s well-being is reflected within the heavens and the earth, and that whenwe live in harmony between the two, we find true balance.  She encourages her clients to cook their food, as raw food can slow down the digestive system and impede one’s ability to send nutrients through the body; warm foods will keep the digestive fire hot and active.

During her free time, Janelle enjoys dancing and singing, taking care of her plants, spending time in nature, reading and writing fiction, and practicing yoga.

Education:

• Syracuse University - B.S.- Child and Family Studies

• New York State Licensed Acupuncturist from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine

• MSTOM Masters of Science, TraditionalChinese Medicine

Robert is a New York State Licensed Acupuncturist who has been in practice for over 20 years. He received his training at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine where he earned a Master of Science degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine, encompassing both acupuncture and herbal medicine. Robert also trained in acupuncture cancer care at the Bendheim Center for Integrative Medicine at Memorial-Sloan Kettering hospital in New York City, where he participated in clinical trials and patient care.

Robert specializes in pain, injury, and stress management, but continues to treat a variety of health issues, including anxiety, depression, insomnia, digestive disorders and more. He is also a Certified Medical Qi Gong practitioner and uses a combination of acupuncture and medical Qi Gong with his treatments, incorporating his belief in the energetic synthesis of mind, body, and spirit, always mindful of their effect on the “whole” person. He recommends that his clients be mindful of diet and appropriate exercise and believes that one’s present condition is directly connected to one’s life history.

Robert maintains a daily Qi Gong practice and teaches Qi Gong at ORA.

Education

• New York and New Jersey State Licensed Acupuncturist

• Diplomate in Acupuncture & Chinese Medicinal Herbs

• Master of Science Degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine

• Master of Arts in Radio, TV, Film

• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

• Certified Qi Gong Instructor

Amie received her Masters of Science in Acupuncture from TriState College where she was also a faculty member and clinical supervisor.  She specializes in trigger point acupuncture, sports acupuncture, and KM acupuncture (a Japanese methodology). Amie is also a certified massage therapist, master Pilates instructor, and certified yoga instructor. Amie served as a Teaching Assistant at the Pacific College of Health and Science where she was responsible for supporting learning outcomes of graduate candidates in the foundations of traditional Chinese medical theory, acupuncture channel and point locations, acupuncture point functions, assessment of orthopedic and neurologic disorders, and sports acupuncture (SMAC).  She has been a New York State Licensed Acupuncturist since 2016.

Education

• MS.Ac Master of Science in Acupuncture

• 200hr Registered Yoga Teacher 

• Certified Pilates Instructor from Ellie Herman Pilates

• Certified Massage Therapist from Somerset School of Massage Therapy

Cynthia Gorman is an acupuncturist, who received her masters from New York College of Health Professions. Having started as a nutritionist, she decided to pursue acupuncture in order to pair hands-on therapy with her nutrition expertise. She completed an internship at Bellevue hospital through her masters program, and is also a registered yoga teacher.

Cynthia is dedicated to combining her past nutritional experience with traditional Chinese medicine in order to help her patients. In addition to GI disorders, she specializes in orthopedics and cosmetic acupuncture.

In Cindy’s free time, she enjoys gardening, painting, ceramics, yoga or baking.

Education

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition from Long Island University

• New York State Licensed Acupuncturist

• Masters of Science Degree in Acupuncture from New York College of Health Professions

• 200hr Registered Yoga Teacher

Richard is an expert in combining acupuncture with safe and natural herbal solutions to achieve comprehensive holistic health. He has advanced training in traditional Asian medicine techniques for pain management, stress relief, inflammatory disorders and optimizing overall health. These techniques include Acupuncture, Tui Na, Acupressure, Cupping and Gua Sha. He specializes in musculoskeletal issues as well as fertility and women's health. With over 11 years of experience, Richard is dedicated to improving a patient's health and wellness. Richard holds the degree of Master of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine (M.S.T.O.M.) from the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, has extensively trained at the Taipei Medical University Hospital in Taiwan and is fully qualified as a licensed acupuncturist (L.Ac.) in New York State.

Education

• Certified Chinese Herbalist from NACCOM

• New York State Licensed Acupuncturist from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine

• MSTOM Masters of Science, Traditional Chinese Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine

Kanako is an experienced Acupuncturist with a Master of Science Degree in Acupuncture from the Tri-State College of Acupuncture. She was trained in various acupuncture styles including Acupuncture Physical Medicine, which places an emphasis on trigger point therapy, as well as Traditional Chinese Medicine. She is also a certified Reiki practitioner, cosmetic facial acupuncturist and is trained in sports acupuncture – all of which allow her to approach each patient’s individual and unique needs with an integrative and creative approach. 

A second-generation acupuncturist, Kanako places a priority on making an emotional connection with patients when diagnosing their conditions and formulating a treatment plan. Empathy and understanding are her biggest strengths when making a patient feel comfortable and open to healing, and she devotes herself to serving others, facilitating their healing, and empowering them to live healthier and happier lives.

Kanako loves practicing yoga, golfing, hiking, mushroom foraging, and connecting with nature. She believes Mother Nature is the best healer.

Education:

• New York State Licensed Acupuncturist

• Master of Science Degree in Acupuncture from the Tri-State College of Acupuncture

Brittany graduated from Pacific College of Health and Science, San Diego where she received her dual Doctorate and Master's Degree in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. She is a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist, and has worked with patients to regain mobility post stroke, fertility and menstrual issues, anxiety, depression and overall well-being. She also gained invaluable experience externing at Rady Children's Hospital in San Diego. There she had the pleasure of helping patients manage chronic pain, post chemo nausea and much more. Brittany is extremely passionate about helping others feel their very best. She loves how acupuncture and Chinese Medicine is not a one size fits all medicine. Each patient is unique and it is so important to look at the whole patient, mind, body and spirit. Her own orthopedic ailments brought her to acupuncture. As a patient she learned the importance of meeting the patient where they are while balancing the right amount of "push" to achieve optimal healing. In her free time she loves to cook, spend time outdoors in nature, read, practice yoga and spend time with family and friends. 

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree from University of Massachusetts Amherst - Pre PA program with a concentration in Adolescent Development

• Master of Science Traditional Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Health and Science, San Diego

• Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from Pacific College of Health and Science, San Diego

• Board Certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) in Chinese Herbology, Acupuncture, Oriental Medicine and Biomedicine

• NY state License

• CA state License

Soledade finds joy and beauty in everyday moments, details, and art. Their love of herbs brought them to the field of acupuncture and eventually ignited their deeper interest in the body. They received their MATCM from Yo San University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Los Angeles, CA and their DAOM from The Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine in Fort Lauderdale, Fl. Soleil has focused mostly on treating fertility, pain management, chronic inflammatory disorders, GI disorders, and general wellness. 

Soleil has completed a case-series study on a protocol using the 8 Extraordinary Vessels and Vagus Nerve stimulation to treat Generalized Anxiety Disorders and enjoys working with the Extraordinary Vessels. They have also worked alongside Primary Care Physicians at the Curtis V. Cooper Healthcare Center in Savannah, GA to provide holistic integrative healthcare solutions to patients.

Soleil enjoys painting, walking their dogs, Qi Gong, reading books, cooking, and traveling both near and far.

Education:

• New York State Licensed Acupuncturist

• NCCAOM Certified Herbalist

• DAOM from The Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine

• MATCM from Yo San University of Traditional Chinese Medicine

• BA/BFA in Art History & Digital Arts and Experimental Media from University of Washington

• Shudo Style Meridian Therapy with Murata Sensei and Dr. Steven Brown

Dr. Barbara Siminovich-Blok, ND, LAc, is a Naturopathic Physician, a Licensed Acupuncturist, and has a Clinical Assistant Professor appointment at NYU School of Medicine, Rusk Rehabilitation. She has had a private practice for the past 12 years and has worked at NYU Langone Medical center providing acupuncture in inpatient and outpatient settings.

Her areas of expertise in acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine include pain management, rehabilitation, sport injuries, general wellness and health.

Having been selected for the only hospital-based residency position for Naturopathic Physicians/Acupuncturists at Yale-Griffin Prevention Research Center, Dr. Siminovich has a passion for collaborating with diverse health professionals to bridge Western and Eastern medicine modalities in outpatient and inpatient settings.

At ORA, Dr. Siminovich leads the training and development program for ORA’s acupuncturists.

Education

• University of Bridgeport- MS and License in Acupuncture (L.Ac.)

• University of Bridgeport- Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (N.D.)

• Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School - MS, Biochemistry

• Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México - MS, BIotechnology

• Universidad Iberoamericana, Ciudad de México - BS, Chemical Engineering

Fernando has been a Licensed Massage Therapist for 10 years, helping clients in many different journeys of life. He incorporates Thai Massage techniques, myofascial release, deep tissue, and joint manipulation by using traction and movement. Fernando meets his clients where they are at in their healing journey, whether they are looking to relax and unwind or looking for relief from muscle or joint pain. 

Education:
• Swedish Institute , De Sale' University BA in Social Work
• TMC Thailand Certificate in Thai Massage• Certified Gyrotonic

Susana graduated from Pacific College of Health and Science’s Massage Therapy Program on a mission to help others through bodywork and touch healing with a passion for holistic wellness. Her work incorporates Swedish massage, MyoFascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Acupressure, Thai, and Tui Na. Coming from a background in dance and comparative religion, Susana draws from her experience to create a rhythmic blend of modalities. She loves working with clients and their specific needs to reach their health and healing goals. 

Susana enjoys traveling, doing Qi Gong, and exploring sound therapy. She strives towards creating a safe and nurturing environment to build a foundation to address chronic pain, injury, or any mind/body connection one may need. 

Education: 

• Licensed Massage Therapist 

• Certified in Advanced Sports and Orthopedic Massage

• Certified Pre-Natal 

Buyana is a Licensed Massage Therapist and has been practicing massage therapy since

graduating from New York College of Health Professions in 2016. As a massage therapist, Buyana has always been interested in how the body works and using traditional healing practices to help her clients achieve overall health and well-being. She is passionate about helping people feel their best and reach their wellness goals using a variety of techniques to cater to each individual’s needs. Her practice incorporates therapeutic, acupressure, medical, deep tissue, and Swedish massage techniques. 

In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family, experiencing new foods, watching movies and listening to music and podcasts.

Education:

• New York State Acupuncture License - New York College of Health Professions

• New York State Massage Therapy License - New York College of Health Professions

• CPR & First Aid Certifications