#17: Dr. Michael Mazer, DPM, AACFAS, FACFAOM- Flat Feet

07/26/21 • 17 min

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.
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#16: Dr. Eric Fanaee, MD- New Outlooks for Chronic Axial Low Back Pain

On this episode of Metro Talks, we welcome Dr. Eric Fanaee of Long Island Brain and Spine to discuss treatment options available for people struggling with chronic axial low back pain.
Dr. Eric K. Fanaee is a board-certified anesthesiologist with subspecialty certification in Pain Medicine. He received his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine, graduating with honors. After completing his residency in Anesthesiology at the University of Chicago, he finished fellowship training in Pain Medicine at the prestigious NYU Langone Medical Center.

Dr. Fanaee is a member of many professional societies including the American Society of Anesthesiologists, American Society of Regional Anesthesiologists, and the American Academy of Pain Medicine. He has co-authored a textbook chapter for surgeons who specialize in pain management and has directed formal educational pain medicine courses for residents, fellows, and primary care doctors. He was the co-executive medical writer for the, now mandatory, pain medicine course required of all incoming NYU residents and attending physicians.

Rising against the traditional ‘One size fits all’ paradigm, Dr. Fanaee believes in a multidisciplinary approach to pain management—incorporating medications, interventions, and physical modalities—to decrease a patient’s pain, maximize their function, and improve their overall quality of life. Dr. Fanaee wants each patient to enjoy life to the fullest and will stop at nothing to ensure that each patient achieves their goals. In addition to performing joint, spine, and soft tissue injections, Dr. Fanaee also utilizes advanced techniques such as Kyphoplasty, Spinal Cord Stimulation, Ultrasound Guided nerve blocks, and Radiofrequency Neurolysis where indicated.

Dr. Fanaee takes his time to listen carefully to the needs of each individual patient, and he knows that many patients are interested in learning as much as possible about their conditions. He believes that the pain management consultation should be a place where patients can feel comfortable asking many questions and forming a therapeutic partnership with the physician.

Check out Dr. Fanaee's office locations and schedule an appointment: http://longislandbrainandspine.com/eric-k-fanaee-m-d/
Follow Dr. Fanaee on Instagram: @ericfanaeemd
Dr. Daniel Nagorski, PT, DPT, OCS, GTS
Dr. Nagorski graduated from Stony Brook University with his Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy. Previously, Dr. Nagorski received his Bachelor’s degree in Biology from SUNY Geneseo. He pursued a career in physical therapy due to a passion to helping people move better, and returning to their preferred activities. He has a strong background in orthopedic issues, and experience treating neurological disorders as well. He utilizes a wide assortment of therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and neuromuscular reeducation in order to optimize your function, and allow you to achieve your goals
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