This just in: Our rockstar physical therapist, Belle, just gave birth to a beautiful baby boy! Welcome to the world Andrew James! We will surely miss your mommy’s nurturing personality around here in the next few months, but we know it will be going to good use elsewhere. Can’t wait to meet the newest member of the MaxWell Medical family!
Happy Birthday to Us! It’s hard to believe that these first 5 years have come and gone already. There are so many people that have helped us along this journey and we are so grateful to have them as part of our team. In traditional MaxWell style, we celebrated with party hats, balloons, food and friendly banter…to another 5 years helping New Yorkers Do More!
1) Don’t:
Buy a vacuum cleaner on our special day. If we weren’t tempted to clean before, this won’t motivate us after.
Do:
Get your siblings/parent together to spruce up the place. While I use my free time to do all the things I can’t ever find the time to do.
2) Don’t:
Purchase toiletries. It seems sweet, in theory. Leave purchasing of all grooming products to me.
Do:
Purchase something that will let me get pampered. It doesn’t have to be a day at the spa either. Even an attempt at giving a manicure at home yourself is sweet.
3) Don’t:
Purchase an apron or cooking lessons. If you’re dropping hints involving my cooking save it for another holiday.
Do:
Try to make/place an order for dinner yourself (with some parental help, if need be). I’d much rather spend time with my family enjoying lunch or dinner together.
Take advice from our MaxWell Mamas and give a gift that comes from the heart. And a special shout out to our moms at MaxWell: Diana, Adelina, Anila, Furkhunda, Rukshinda, Suzy, Thania, Liz, Lisette, Arti, and our soon-to-be mom Belle! HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY!
It’s rare to see her in one place for a long period of time. You can find her running up and down the hallway, picking up phone call after phone call, or managing front desk at our 40th Street office. Adelina Molina, our Rock Star of the Month spends every second at MaxWell ensuring that each patient leaves the office feeling better.
We were able to steal away a few moments from our multi-tasking queen to discover
10 Things You Probably Don’t Know about Adelina/Addy
Whether it’s making time for patients at work, getting homework done for school or spending some quality time with her daughter Nicole, Adelina has learned the great art of juggling.
Have questions for our champion of crochet? Be sure to post them and any knitting requests you may have on facebook or twitter.
We’ve succumb to the NutriSystem, counted calories on Weight Watchers, suffered health risks on Atkins’s, followed the fad with the Grapefruit Diet, and listened to Jared and indulged in 5-inch subs at Subway. It’s referred to as “humanity’s healthiest diet” and many members of our team swear by it. The Paleolithic Diet is increasing in its devotees and it’s easy to see why. Following the Paleo Diet leaves people feeling more energetic, leaner, and subsequently…healthier. MaxWell Medical turned to our resident Paleo Coach, Dr. Hall to get some tips on transitioning to a Paleolithic Way of Life!
5 Tips on How to Stay on a Paleo Diet
1) Add, don’t remove - Dr. Hall encourages that you address the deficiencies in your diet first by packing your meals with plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables. Find vegetables you love and eat as much and as often as you like.
2) Say goodbye - Once you have added fresh produce and you’re ready to take the next big step, bid a fine farewell to grains, sugar, and dairy. Our bodies didn’t evolve to thrive on grains and the pasteurized version of milk we drink today. Eliminate them gradually and your body will thank you.
3) Where’s the BEEF?- Contrary to popular belief, red meat does not lead to heart disease nor increases in cholesterol levels (and even if it did, there is paltry legitimate evidence that high cholesterol is a risk factor for heart disease. That’s right!) But make sure you know your meat. Ensuring that the beef you’re eating is grass-fed and hormone/antibiotic free makes all the difference.
4) EAT - Simply said, eat when you’re hungry and stop when you’re full. Our ancestors ate until they were satisfied because they never knew where their next meal would come from. You do…but as long as you’re not eating carbohydrate/sugar rich foods and you’re eating real, healthy food, you can eat as much as you want. How nice is that?
5) Snack Attack - Much like other diets, it’ll take time to transition into a Paleolithic Way of Life. But, once your body adjusts to burning fat rather than carbohydrates for fuel, you’ll find you don’t need to snack since your body will have a constant stream of fuel…body fat!. And your meals will keep you satisfied with sustained energy that will last you through the day.
Don’t believe the hype, try it for yourself. These tips provided by Dr. Hall will be sure to help you along the way. Not all people transition to this way of eating the same, so see what works best for you – and feel free to ask Dr. Hall any questions you may have. MaxWell Medical wants you to EAT SMARTER.
He provides knowledgeable advice, delivers a complete diagnosis, and sets up comprehensive, individualized treatment plans; all with a winning smile! It’s impossible to find him at the office when he isn’t delivering a joke or two. Dr. Arefin Siddique is an absolute delight and his professional and kind, bed-side manner is the reason he’s our Rock Star of the Month.
We were able to catch up and chat with our pain-fighting Super doctor.
10 Things You Probably Don’t Know about Dr. Siddique/Dr. S/Man with the Stache!:
1. Forget Siskel & Ebert, more like Siddique & Ebert. I’m a huge Bollywood movie buff!
2. Dr. Siddique Medicine Man, I’ve traveled over 80 miles to see a patient in need of care.
3. I’ve crossed off “Scenic Drive from Vegas to LA” off my bucket list.
4. A companywide survey for best mustache reports that it’s a tie between Tom Selleck and me.
5. Before Hangover, I hit the strip in Vegas with a fearsome foursome…. My wife and two kids.
6. Sometimes laughter is the best medicine, in another life I would have been a comedian.
7. It’s no surprise I’m passionate about my job. (Is anyone else wondering why it took so long for me to Rock Star of the Month?)
8. Outside the office, I go by dad, daddy, or Rinku Chacha.
9. After a one night stay at Hershey Park, my kids extended the trip because they discovered they didn’t have to make their own beds!
10. Even with all the traffic, an often 2 + hour commute, I STILL LOVE coming to MaxWell Medical everyday.
Dr. Siddique loves spending every minute of his free time with his family. With a household filled with woman he’s gained a certain knack for shopping. But, he is certainly dedicated to his patients, he will travel distances, stay late, just to provide the best care possible. He enjoys working with people and being able to help them Do More!
Have questions for our medicine man? Set up an appointment with Dr. Siddique to find out how you can Do More!
He’s got moves like Jagger and a whole lot more. Whether he’s doing the worm, sporting a green thumb or in a tree pose stance, our Rock Star of the Month is BUSY. But, you could never tell his life is moving 100 miles per hour because he always has a smile on and is keeping it zen! There isn’t much that our Rock Star of the Month, Cormac McCourt can’t do.
We were able to steal a few moments to learn more about our favorite B-Boy.
10 Things You Probably Don’t Know about Cormac/CMac/McCourt:
1. Started with just a container garden in the Bronx, I now own and manage a farm in Ulser County NY.
2. My green thumb definitely comes in handy because I am a certified Holistic Health Counselor.
3. All I need is a beat to pop lock or get in my b-boy stance!
4. I might have gained notoriety at MaxWell Medical from my techniques on and off the dance floor.
5. I have a few famous family members. My late uncle Frank McCourt is the author of “Angela’s Ashes”, my father Malachy McCourt is also a best-selling author, and my mother Diana McCourt has been one of the most stalwart advocates for people with mental and physical disabilities.
6. I’m named after royalty. King Cormac Mac Art was a high king of Ireland.
7. The original Dumbledore from Harry Potter is my god-father!
8. You should know I bleed blue, I’m from New Yorkkk!
9. I can “OM” all day. I’ve been a certified Yoga Instructor since 1995 and have been practicing since 1983!
10. I am soon-to-be the first grandfather on the MaxWell Medical team.
Cormac has been a part of the MaxWell team since 07 and we’ve enjoyed every minute of it. Cormac dabbles in all things healthy and is a great example of how you can DO MORE! With Cormac on our team we know that relief starts here!
Have questions for our multi-talented therapist? Set up an appointment with Cormac to find out how you can Do More!
It isn’t unusual for this person to be too far from a step ladder or two. She stands at just less than 5 feet and is a bundle of joy at our office. But, don’t let her height fool you she’ll do some serious work on those aches and pains! There is no doubt why this fearsome therapist, Ronnabelle Berdos is our recently engaged Rock Star of the Month!
We were able to capture Belle for a few moments to learn more about her before she gets hitched!
10 Things You Probably Don’t Know about Ronnabelle, Belle, Bella-rina Berdos:
1. I may not be the next Top Chef but, you should see me in the kitchen.
2. The critics give it two thumbs up; I make the best flan around!
3. I don’t have any tattoos but, I LOVE ROCK & ROLL!
4. I grew up in the Philippines surrounded by water but, I never learned to swim.
5. I’m the tiniest person at MaxWell Medical.
6. I’m vertically challenged and because of my small stature I have to wear a size 16 from the kids’ section!
7. Although I’ve never been a fan of sports other than Basketball or Boxing, my fiancé’s love for ESPN has me tuning in.
8. Others may be fans of Twilight but, I love curling up to a New Age Thought Book.
9. Whether it’s by force or to overcome my fear, I still need to muster up the courage to go on rides!
10. The three c’s I love: Church, cleaning and couponing! (Not necessarily in that order)
Belle gains her strength from helping others and is certainly able to DO MORE! She may be scared of heights but, there isn’t a trigger pain that she can’t tackle!
Have questions for our tiny therapist? Have any wedding day advice? Set up an appointment with Belle to find out how you can Do More!
Alexander Gimpelevich. Try saying that 5 times fast. That’s probably why our Rock Star of the Month goes by Dr. G., instead. The always professional, sometimes humorous 40th Street resident doctor is a barrel of health and laughs. There’s so much behind those wire frame glasses we don’t know about Dr. G and are excited to find out!
In between writing prescriptions, seeing patients and setting up treatment plans we sat one-on-one with Dr. G!
10 Things You Probably Don’t Know About Dr. Gimpelevich:
Dr. G has three serious loves: His wife, his niece Ana and football! Football! Football! Dr. G has a Do More attitude on and off the soccer field!
Have questions for our Ukranian born doctor? Set up an appointment with Dr. G. to find out how you can Do More!
You wouldn’t know it by first glance but, our Rock Star of the Month was once a Rock Star himself! He’s been strumming away at our heart strings (and the guitar) since he was 15 and there are way too many classic Rock songs that would be a perfect ballad for Rob Steele, our Rock Star of the Month. He’s been a fan favorite for years but, he officially became a one woman man as of November 5th, 2011!
Seconds after returning from his honeymoon we were able to have a powwow with Mr. Steele.
10 Things You Probably Don’t Know About Rob/Robbie/Steele/Roberto
1. I was the very first Certified Orthopedic Massage Therapist in Manhattan! Take that knots!
2. You may say you love football but, I play EVERY Saturday in a flag league in Hoboken, NJ.
3. I can tell you a joke or three and that may be the reason I collect jokers from any card deck.
4. I can show you my po-po-po-poker face but, then I’d have to kill you…
5. “I’m BIG in Japan!”…well…not really but, I can speak in Japanese!
6. For my honeymoon, I was serenaded by Mickey & Goofy at Disney World.
7. I’ve been rocking out since 1985! I’ve been a part of one, two, three, four, well… a lot of bands! (Including a Creed cover band!)
8. I have a great Halloween Costume track record. Ask my fans on Facebook!
9. I got fit for my wedding and am planning on staying that way!
10. I married the love of my life two weeks ago and we weren’t short of a few Celtic traditions!
Rob’s a personal trainer, orthopedic massage therapist, a rocker, a Sports fan, and now a husband and father. There isn’t a role he’s not ready for. Rob is weekend warrior and has tons of Do More Attitude! Congrats again Rob Steele!
Have questions for our newlywed? Set up an appointment with Rob to find out how you can DO MORE!
