Back or Neck pain
can make life miserable.
The team approach at Advanced Wellness guides you to the appropriate treatment.
February 04, 2021
For over 25 years
Our unique approach
Conservative- Our approach to care is to begin with conservative non-invasive treatments. Should you need more interventional approaches we offer that as well.
Collaborative- Our team of MD’s, Orthopedists, Physical Therapists, Acupuncturists and Chiropractors discuss all patients daily to make sure you progress and are getting the appropriate treatment.
Convenient- End your frustration. Having multiple back pain experts under one roof allows for easy access, less driving, seamless scheduling and better communication among your providers of care.
Our Team
Pain Management Doctors and Staff
Gary Yen, MD
Dr. Gary L. Yen is Board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and has a subspecialty in Pain Medicine. Dr. Yen received his medical degree from Ross University.
Timothy L. Jones, APRN, FNP-BC
Dr. Timothy has a 15 year history as a medical practitioner. He has been awarded University honors by the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society and the Professional Nurse Trai
Nigel Philip-Rousseau - Physician Assistant
He has over 10 years of Clinical Experience in Primary Care Medicine; Interventional Cardiology; Pain Management and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
Orthopedic Surgeons
Michael Gerling, MD
Orthopedic Spine Surgeon
The Chief of Spine Surgery at NYU Langone in Brooklyn and Assistant professor at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases in Manhattan, Dr. Gerling specializes in surgical treatment of spinal disorders.
Michael Cunningham, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon ( Sports Medicine)
Dr. Cunningham has served the local community for over 25 years in a private orthopaedic practice. He performs arthroscopies, joint replacements, and fracture care, as well as non-surgical management of orthopedic injuries.
Steven K Jacobs
Neurosurgeon
Dr. Steven Jacobs has been a practicing neurosurgeon for over 25 years and has one of the busiest practices in New York. His practice continues to grow because he has earned the reputation of being a superb neurosurgeon who is able to help patients feel at ease.
Chiropractors
Joseph J. Cilea, D.C.
Dr. Joseph Cilea opened his first Chiropractic Center in Marlboro, NJ in 1997. In 2000, Dr. Cilea expanded his practice to a multidisciplinary center to offer a unique, comprehensive array of services, under one roof, to provide complete patient care.
Matthew Mendillo, D.C.
Dr. Mendillo attended the University of Rhode Island, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology/Pre-Med. He then attended the University of Bridgeport, College of Chiropractic, where he earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree.
Nicole Yarbenet, D.C.
Dr. Nicole Yarbenet attended Grand Valley State University in Grand Rapids, Michigan, graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Professions with an emphasis in Biomedical Sciences and a minor in Aging and Adult Life. After graduating from college,
Physical Therapists and Staff
Jae Park, DPT
Dr. Park attended Mercy College where he graduated with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2013. He also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Biology from Mount Saint Mary College.
Jeffrey M. Gontarski, MPT, DPT
Dr. Gontarski attended Nova Southeastern University where he graduated with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Dr. Gontarski also received his Master's Degree in Physical Therapy from Nova Southeastern University.
Nicole Vasiliu
Dr. Nicole Vasiliu attended Lebanon Valley College, where she graduated first with an undergraduate degree in Health Science in 2015.
Acupuncture
Veronica Bogomazova, LAc.
Veronica Bogomazova is a Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac) who is board certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) in the state of New Jersey.
Hui Yang, LAc.
Hui Yang is a Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac) who is board certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) in the state of New Jersey. She has practiced acupuncture since 1995.
