We are committed to enhancing the quality of your life. Our team includes board-certified, fellowship-trained specialists including neurologists, physical therapists, chiropractors, orthopedic surgeons, internal medicine physicians and award-winning pain management specialists.
Dr. Nick Chiappetta
Owner
Nick Chiappetta is a dynamic and talented chiropractor with over 22 years experience in providing chiropractic care in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Chiappetta is a major shareholder in Metro Healthcare Partners.
Dr. Charles Kaplan
MHP Medical Director & Physiatrist
Dr. Charles Kaplan, Medical Director at Metro Healthcare Partners, oversees the entire medical staff ensuring patient care quality and efficiency. He is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, SUNY Downstate Medical Center, and New York University Rusk Institute of Rehabilitation (residency) with over 34 years of experience.
Dr. Ashwin Malhotra
Neurologist
A lifelong New Yorker, Dr. Ashwin Malhotra is a board-certified neurologist practicing in NYC. He is also a powerlifter and athlete who has empathy for patients who have suffered from back and knee pain.
Dr. Russell Greenseid
Owner
Dr. Russell Greenseid is a practicing chiropractor, major shareholder and Chief of Staff at Metro Healthcare Partners. As Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.), he has been licensed by the New York State for 25 years.
Dr. Howard Baum
Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. Howard Baum is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon. He has been in practice for over 25 years, earning his medical degree from New York Medical College in 1989. He graduated with honors. Dr. Baum is an Honorary Police Surgeon for the NYPD.
Dr. Salil Gupta
Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. Salil Gupta is board-certified in Orthopedic Surgery and a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery. He has been named a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for 2024, a recognition that only goes to the top 7% of all US board-certified physicians.
Dr. Eric J Feldmann
Radiologist
Dr. Eric J. Feldmann has 20 years of diverse medical experiences, with an emphasis in Diagnostic Radiology. He graduated with honors from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University in 2006.
Matthew Valvo
Owner
Matthew Valvo is an N.C.C.P.A. certified physician assistant. He has over 37 years of experience in pre-operative and post-operative patient care, outpatient management in orthopedic surgery, radiograph and comprehensive diagnostic interpretation.
Dr. Priyesh Patel
Radiologist
Dr. Priyesh Patel, is an American Board of Radiology certified Diagnostic Radiologist specializing in musculoskeletal and spine MRI/CT/ultrasound/radiograph, arthrograms, pain/steroid joint injections, and CT guided bone biopsy.
Juna A. Rago
RPT, PTRP
Physical Therapist
Juna Rago is an experienced, dedicated, caring and licensed Physical Therapist for over 15 years. She joined Metro Healthcare Partners (formerly Healthquest) in 2011.
Dr. Christos Vasakiris
Chiropractor
With thirty years of clinical experience and involvement in new state legislature, Dr. Christos Vasakiris continues to shape the chiropractic profession. He is one of the most accomplished chiropractors in New York State and among other concentrations he specializes in EMG and NCV testing.
Dr. Ralph A. Mangels
Chiropractor
Dr. Ralph Mangels is one of the most highly educated, well-read scholars in the chiropractic profession. He teaches at New York Chiropractic College and is on the post-graduate faculty staff for the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College and Northwestern Chiropractic College. Dr. Mangels has extensive experience in EMG & NCV testing.
Edwin J. Thorne
Physical Therapist Assistant
Edwin Thorne’s varied work experience, superb interpersonal skills, and passion for his job and the New York Mets truly brighten up the office. Edwin is an intrinsic part of the Metro Healthcare Partners team.
Dale Harder
Physician Assistant
Dale Harder is an NCCPA board-certified Physician Assistant, graduating with an M.S in Physician Assistant Studies, magna cum laude, from the University of Bridgeport, CT. His elective focus was Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine.
Harshit Bhatwala
Physical Therapist
Harshit Bhatwala, a full-time physical therapist at Metro Healthcare Partners received a Bachelor’s in Physiotherapy from the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences. He earned a Master’s in Exercise Physiology from Long Island University. Mr. Bhatwala is licensed to practice in New York State.
Alla Mavasheva
MRI Technologist
Alla Mavasheva is a certified MRI Technologist at Metro Healthcare Partners and registered professional with many years of experience in this field.
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Metro Healthcare Partners is a team of collaborative, innovative doctors who enjoy contributing to our dynamic, rewarding medical culture. We’ve come together from many different backgrounds, united by our passion for working critically—and with curiosity, integrity and camaraderie.