Dr. Scott Weiss

DPT, MS, ATC/L, CSCS, CEP, DMQ, CDN, FACSM

Bodhizone CEO / Owner, Director of Paramount Wellness

Martial Arts Bio

Dr. Scott Weiss is a licensed physical therapist, board-certified athletic trainer and registered exercise physiologist with over 30 years of experience. He has a bachelor’s and master’s degree in exercise physiology and a doctorate in physical therapy and medical qigong.

 

Scott traveled the globe with USA Sports Medicine for over 25 years, attended 3 Olympic Games, 2 Pan Am Games and over 30 World Cup events. He helped Olympians, Paralympians and athletes such as Michael Phelps reach peak performance. As an avid rock climber and athlete, Scott believes in a holistic approach to physical rehablitaion & sports performance because “You don’t have to be an Olympian to be treated like one.”

 

Scott’s emphasis on research and area of expertise is in physical therapy and rehabilitation of the knee, shoulder, hip and lumbar spine. His clinical expertise has been featured in medical journals, magazines and on TV.

Dr. David Mun specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He treats patients with sickness, disability, injury and dysfunction. Dr. Mun has a holistic approach to medicine, treating the patient as a whole not just addressing the area of complaint. He focuses on middle-aged patients with movement abnormalities and restoring function after injury to muscle, bone, soft tissue, or nervous system. He received his medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years.

Dr. David Mun

Physician

Ari earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from Columbia University. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Health and Exercise Science with a minor in Middle Eastern Studies from Syracuse University. His experiences include outpatient orthopedics, return to sport protocols, post-operative care, cardiac rehab, and neurological rehab. He uses a collaborative approach of manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and patient education to return patients to their pain-free prior level of function.

Ari Neulander

Physical Therapist

Shannon graduated from Queensborough Community College with an associate degree in Massage Therapy. Several healing modalities are incorporated into her treatments including Aromatherapy, Music Therapy, Deep Tissue and Swedish massage to enhance the patient experience. She specializes in Sports and Women’s health, holding separate certifications in Sports / Pre and Post Natal Massage.

Shannon Ronquillo

Massage Therapist

Mike’s clients and their goals are his motivation. He is a NASM certified trainer who has made his mark by not just being a trainer, but also a motivation and teacher to his clients. For Michael, it is all about training, nutritional guidance, and the support system that he provides to help his clients obtain optimum health and appearance. In addition to the certifications and course training he has obtained, his education and experience enable him to train a vast range of clients. Some of his specialties are weight loss, functioning training, strength and conditioning, integrated flexibility, TRX, sun style Tai chi, Boxing, jiu- jitsu, wing chun Kung fu, target training, pre & post-natal training, Marine boot camp group training, total body group fitness and senior citizen specific training. Health and Fitness is a way of life and needs to be safe and enjoyable.

Michael Garcia

Fitness Instructor

For nearly 12 years, Martyna has worked in medical administration to help clients understand the complicated system of health insurance. Martyna graduated from Hunter College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Studio Art.

Martyna Ratynska

Practice Administrator

In 2018 Brittany received her yoga certification in Rishikesh India. Yoga and meditation lead her to getting certified in Pilates. She has gone on to teach and curate classes at some of the biggest resorts and spas from New York to the Pocono mountains. Staying current with Virtual and Pop up classes inspired her to start her own form of movement she calls  “Aerobyx” a method of yoga infused with calisthenics combined with her own line of resistance bands.

Brittany Peechatka

Fitness Instructor

Annie McKinley is a registered dietitian with a master’s degree in dietetics. She started her career as an outpatient dietitian at a     large hospital in Utah before heading east to New York City. Annie is passionate about helping people cut through the noise of      nutrition misinformation and build a healthier, more confident relationship with food. When she’s not talking about carbs and    confidence, you can find her skiing down a mountain, out on a run, or enjoying a homemade slice of bread.”

Annie McKinley

Registered Dietician

Born and raised in Queens, New York, Amy is deeply rooted in the vibrant culture of the city she proudly calls home. As a graduate of Queensborough Community College’s Licensed Massage Therapy program in 2011 and LaGuardia Community College’s Physical Therapy Assistant program in 2017, she has pursued extensive continuing education to refine her expertise, including but not limited to, relaxation and therapeutic bodywork, muscular rehabilitation, and passive and active techniques. Her passion for knowledge and dual licensing has the added benefit for giving her the intricate connection between physical, mental/emotional, and energetic well-being to facilitate healing whole body healing. In addition to the hands-on work, Amy is committed to empowering clients with knowledge; educating them on the biomechanics of the human body, better navigating the healthcare system, and discussing favorable collaborations with similar healing arts, such as acupuncture, physical therapy, and chiropractic care. Some of her certifications include Reiki Level 2, Thai Massage, Prenatal Massage, Lymphatic Drainage, Myofascial Release, IASTM, Hot Stone, Cupping Therapy, Reflexology, and Medical Massage. When she’s not working with her clients, you can find her exploring her creative side by making sourdough bread and experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen. Doing her best to embrace a balance of relaxation and adventure, she also loves to unwind with reading and nature hikes, but also enjoys spending time with her boyfriend and their two cats.

Amy Almeida

Administrative Assistant

Hi there! My name is Donjeta Balidemaj, born and raised in the Bronx, New York. Grew up playing sports, especially soccer. I’ve graduated from New York College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, I’ve specialize on sport recovery and post-orthopedic surgery recovery. I concentrate on women’s health, digestion issues, mental health related to stress, anxiety, and migraines. When I’m not working, I’m usually out enjoying what natures brings – whether it’s hiking in Upstate, NY or travelling to other countries, attending concert tours, or enjoying time with my friends and families.

Donjeta Balidemaj

Acupuncturist

Mark is our Collections Administrator with over five years of experience in the healthcare industry. He believes in a detail-oriented, realistic approach to problem-solving, while clearly interacting with patients and colleagues. Some of his specialties in healthcare include medical collections, payment posting and insurance verifications. He’s fully committed to continued maintenance of effective relationships with patients, as to understand their financial concerns, while dedicating himself to boosting the revenue cycle. He is proficient in several medical billing software and devoted to process improvements that heighten effectiveness alongside patient satisfaction.

Mark Alli

Collections Administrator

With 20 years of dedicated experience in US Medical Billing, I specialize in transforming the billing lifecycle into a streamlined, high-yield process. I’ve spent nearly two decades mastering the full lifecycle of revenue cycle management starting from insurance verification, clean claim creation, and aggressive accounts receivable follow-up. I am committed to excellence in compliance, financial management, and professional relationship building.

Melina Francis

Billing Administrator

KZ is a certified Pilates, Yoga, & Prenatal fitness instructor. Her teaching style is mindful, positive, and adaptable to all levels. Her classes focus on helping clients connect with themselves and their bodies to nurture physical and mental well-being.

KZ Tieu

Fitness Instructor

Michelle Mercedes is a Movement Educator and Pilates instructor with over a decade of experience in dance, fitness, and body-aware training. She specializes in precise, injury-informed Pilates instruction that supports strength, alignment, and long-term movement health. Michelle brings a thoughtful, empowering approach to working with a wide range of clients.

Michelle Mercedes

Fitness Instructors

Angelika Saidel (Hari Gopal Kaur) is a renowned Health and Wellness Expert, fluent in French, German, Italian, and English. With over 20 years of experience, she teaches various Yoga styles, Sat Nam Rasayan, and Pilates. Certified in multiple disciplines, including Kundalini Yoga Level Two and Sat Nam Rasayan Level Two, she also practices Mental Health First Aid. and Trauma Informed Coaching. Angelika is the only Level Two Kundalini Yoga Teacher in the US from the Amrit Nam Sarovar Aquarian Academy. She has studied SNR Healing under Guru Dev Singh Khalsa since 1997 and has been a Yale University faculty member for 11 years. Angelika offers classes and workshops globally, both in-person and online.

Angelika Saidel

Fitness Instructor

Lillian Wyld is a professional dancer, and a certified yoga and Pilates instructor. She has been teaching for 10+ years and has been a life long athlete in many disciplines including competitive swimming and weight lifting. She specializes in: Dance Cardio, Barre, Pilates, and Yoga but is comfortable teaching most exercise classes that exist! She enjoys moving with other people and helping them feel safe and welcomed whether they are beginners or experienced athletes. 

Lillian Wyld

Fitness Instructors

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