Metro Talks

On this episode of Metro Talks, we feature Dr. Igor Elman, DO, of MDVIP, and Tara Murphy OTR/L, CAPS, of Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy.
Dr. Igor Elman grew up in Brooklyn, New York, and completed his undergraduate studies at Brandeis University with a Bachelor of Sciences in 2007. He then worked in the pharmaceutical consulting industry as a research associate until 2008. Dr. Elman graduated from the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine with a D.O. (Doctor of Osteopathy) degree in 2012. He went on to complete his Internal Medicine residency at AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center in 2015 with dual board certification by the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine. He practiced as a hospitalist (internist in the hospital) at St. Francis Hospital in Roslyn, New York from 2015 until 2019 where he remains affiliated and currently still works per diem. In November 2019, he took over a personalized medicine (concierge medicine) practice in Pomona, Rockland County, New York.
https://www.mdvip.com/doctors/IgorElmanDO

https://www.facebook.com/igorelmando/
Metro has recently expanded our homecare team of physical, occupational, and speech therapists throughout Rockland and Westchester county. We primarily specialize in geriatric care, and many of our therapists hold certifications in advanced training like the LSVT BIG certification for individuals with Parkinson’s Disease and other neurological conditions. Also, we’re actively building our team to include therapists that specialize in working with the pediatric population. At Metro, we are on a mission to break up the perception of home care to be only for individuals who are home-bound. Much like personalized care, home care is about as personalized as you can get - seeing someone directly in their own home environment and being able to see what they do from day to day. If we can collaborate with clinicians to identify when an individual is just starting to show any signs of decline such as increased weakness, worsening balance, etc., then we can work within a preventative care model to maintain well-being and active participation in daily activities. In this episode, we feature one of our very own Occupational Therapists, Tara Murphy, OTR/L, CAPS. Tara attended Scranton University in Pennsylvania for her B.S and M.S in Occupational Therapy. She has eight years of experience in a variety of settings including subacute care, outpatient, and home care. She specializes in geriatric care and completed advanced training including Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS), and LSVT BIG certification (specialized program for individuals with neurological conditions).
Show Citations:
https://www.cnbc.com/2019/02/11/this-is-the-real-reason-most-americans-file-for-bankruptcy.html

https://www.mdvip.com/physicians/primary-care-model-outcomes

Dr. Prevete is a Foot and Ankle surgeon with Foot And Ankle Surgeons of New York (FAASNY).
Links:
Dr. Prevete bio: https://faasny.com/doctor/dr-jackie-prevete/

On this episode of Metro Talks, we feature Dr. Michael Mazer of Foot and Ankle Surgeons of NY (FAASNY).
Dr. Mazer received an Associate Degree in Liberal Arts from New York University. He continued his undergraduate education at Penn State University where he received a Bachelor’s Degree in history with an emphasis on pre-medical studies. He completed four years of podiatry medical training at New York College of Podiatric Medicine and graduated as a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine.

Dr. Mazer completed his residency program at Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center in West Islip, New York. While in residency, he was exposed to and participated in all aspects of podiatric medicine and advanced reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. During this time, he enhanced his medical education by attending courses in internal fixation as well as arthroscopic surgery.

Dr. Mazer is an Associate of the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons. He is an active member of the American Podiatric and New York State Podiatric Medical Associations. He has also presented various research projects at local and state medical conferences. In addition, he has volunteered at local foot screenings and Special Olympic events.

A local New Yorker, Dr. Mazer has grown up on Long Island and is eager to give back to the community. For about twenty years he had trained and competed on a state, national, and collegiate level as a competitive male gymnast. His journey through competitive sports was not without various sports injuries which required multiple surgeries and an extensive rehab process. It helped him understand and sympathize with the patient’s needs and inspired him to become a doctor.

Dr. Mazer enjoys spending time with his family, friends, and his pet dog. He continues to maintain an active lifestyle which includes running, hiking, and travel. As with sports, Dr. Mazer believes in applying a team-first mentality to work closely with his patients to achieve their goals.
FAASNY Locations:
https://faasny.com/locations/
FAASNY Instagram:
@faasnyofficial
Schedule an Appointment with Metro PT:
https://www.metrophysicaltherapy.com/schedule-appointment
Check out our new Bethpage office:
https://www.metrophysicaltherapy.com/bethpage

Itamar Cohen is a Crossfit Level 3 trainer and owner of Masá Crossfit.
Links:
Masá Crossfit website:
https://www.masacrossfit.com/
Masá Crossfit Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/masa_crossfit/
Masá Crossfit Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/masacrossfit/
Metro PT Pilates:
https://www.metrophysicaltherapy.com/pilates-garden-city

Sammy Benyamin, DPT, is a physical therapist with Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy.
Links:
Sammy Benyamin bio:
https://www.metrophysicaltherapy.com/sam-benyamin