The Clinicians Behind New York's Most Trusted Integrative Rehab Practice.

Dr. Louis Macolino, D.C., successfully completed his education at New York Chiropractic College in 1994. Throughout his academic tenure, he chose to explore elective courses in meridian therapy. Following graduation, Dr. Macolino dedicated several months to an intensive study of advanced radiological imagery.

Committed to staying up-to-date in his field, he actively pursues various continuing education courses, ensuring that he can offer current and exceptional chiropractic care.

Dr. Macolino is deeply passionate about two key aspects of his life: chiropractic and family. He immerses himself in providing dedicated care to his patients, striving for their improved health and well-being. His wife, Sue, and their daughter, Justine Marie, serve as his biggest supporters.

Dr. Marc Taczanowski specializes in chiropractic care, sports medicine, and injury prevention and management. He has published extensively on these topics and regularly lectures to local running groups and athletic organizations, bringing evidence-based education directly to the sports community.

Dr. Taczanowski was one of only two chiropractors selected from the entire United States to serve on the medical staff at the 2014 Winter Olympic Games in Sochi, Russia. He also served as USBSF Medical Staff for the 2013 FIBT World Championships in St. Moritz, Switzerland, and completed US Olympic internships in Lake Placid, NY and Chula Vista, CA.

In April 2013, he earned his Diplomate in Sports Medicine (DACBSP) — the only male to hold this distinction on Long Island. His extensive certification portfolio includes Active Release Technique (Masters, Biomechanics, and Ironman designations), Neurokinetic Therapy Level II, Functional Range Conditioning, Muscle Activation Technique, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Graston Technique, FAKTR-PM, Selective Functional Movement Analysis, and Certified EMT-B.

A graduate of Life University (1996), Dr. Taczanowski brings over two decades of elite sports-focused clinical expertise to every patient encounter. Outside the office, he enjoys tennis, golf, soccer, volleyball, and weight training.

Dr. Hope Miller specializes in sports medicine with a concentration on golf-related injuries. A licensed chiropractor with a focus on sports-related conditions, she has published injury prevention articles and served as Team Doctor for Smithtown West Softball.

In April 2013, Dr. Miller earned her Diplomate in Sports Medicine (DACBSP), becoming the first and only female to hold this distinction in Suffolk County. Her certifications include Muscle Activation Technique, Functional Range Conditioning, Neurokinetic Therapy, Selective Functional Movement Analysis, the Functional Movement Screen, the Graston Technique, FAKTR-PM, and TPI Module I for Medical Professionals.

Dr. Miller graduated Magna Cum Laude from New York Chiropractic College in 1998, following her undergraduate studies at Hofstra University. She brings a deep commitment to evidence-based, movement-centered care that addresses the root cause of injury rather than symptom management alone.

Outside the office, Dr. Miller enjoys golf, running, and Thai kickboxing.

Dr. Joe Mills brings more than 30 years of chiropractic expertise to City Integrative Rehabilitation. His approach centers on identifying the underlying causes of pain and dysfunction — not just treating symptoms. He looks to the spinal column as the foundation of whole-body health, addressing the imbalances that give rise to back pain, neck pain, and a wide range of seemingly unrelated conditions.

Dr. Mills is a pioneer of VAX-D (Vertebral Axial Decompression) therapy on Long Island — one of the earliest practitioners in the region to adopt this FDA-cleared, non-surgical spinal decompression technology. VAX-D delivers measurable relief for patients with herniated discs, degenerative disc disease, sciatica, and chronic spinal conditions that have not responded to conventional treatment.

Over the course of his career, Dr. Mills has built a reputation for creating truly individualized chiropractic and wellness plans. He invests the time to understand each patient's full picture — lifestyle, history, and goals — and designs care protocols that produce lasting results rather than temporary relief.

His patients consistently report meaningful improvements in mobility, energy, and quality of life. Dr. Mills brings decades of clinical wisdom and a deep understanding of spinal biomechanics to every encounter at City Integrative Rehabilitation.

Dr. Max Heller is a Doctor of Chiropractic with more than twenty years of clinical experience serving patients across Long Island, New York City, and Queens. He earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from New York Chiropractic College (now Northeast College of Health Sciences), and has built a practice grounded in evidence-based musculoskeletal care.

A Certified Personal Trainer in addition to his chiropractic credentials, Dr. Heller specializes in sports injuries and performance-related care. His patient base ranges from competitive athletes and active adults to everyday patients managing pain, recovery, and movement limitations — and his dual training in chiropractic and personal training gives him an integrated perspective on how rehabilitation and conditioning work together.

Patient education is central to how Dr. Heller practices. He believes every patient should leave the office understanding their condition, their treatment plan, and the path back to performing at their best — not just being adjusted and sent home. His clinical work has drawn media attention over the years, including a feature in Women's Health Magazine and consideration by a New York City production company developing a chiropractic-focused television series.

Outside the clinic, Dr. Heller stays active in the fitness community that informs his approach to patient care.

Dr. Zimmerman treats people of all ages with various musculoskeletal issues. For over 10 years here in Manhattan, he has incorporated a diverse set of techniques and certifications including Postural Restoration, Anatomy in Motion, Neurokinetic Therapy, and Active Release Techniques.

He's a multisport athlete — golf, tennis, pickleball, hockey, and Muay Thai kickboxing — who has also treated countless collegiate and semi/professional competitors in those and more sports.

During the year, you can find him volunteering in the NYC Marathon and Triathlon medical tents, and on weekends coaching youth hockey and ultimate frisbee.

A native of Ukraine, hailing from a family of doctors, Dr. Poddoubnaia has dedicated years to apprenticeship, private tutoring, and continuous study to master the intricate art and science of Oriental Medicine. With over 16 years of practice, she has been profoundly influenced by her father — an M.D. and neurologist who integrated Chinese Medicine into his 45-year medical career — and by Dr. Jeffrey Yuen, an 88th-generation Taoist priest and internationally recognized scholar in Oriental Medicine.

Oriental Medicine is a lifelong journey. Dr. Poddoubnaia's post-graduation achievements include certifications in Essential Oils, Chinese Herbs, Facial Rejuvenation, all five extensions of Oriental Medicine, and various schools of acupuncture. She completed a work/study program in Beijing, China (2012) and was an honored guest speaker at the 13th International Medical Conference on Manipulative Medicine and Traditional Therapy in Chongqing, China (2015).

Her practice focuses on pain and stress management, acute and chronic injury relief, women's health, and neurological and cardiovascular conditions.

Martin LoCascio is a New York licensed and NCCAOM board-certified acupuncturist with over thirty years of clinical practice. He earned his degrees at St. John's University and the New York College for Wholistic Health Studies, and has built a practice grounded in chronic pain management, migraines, sciatica, muscle strain, and neurological conditions.

Beyond traditional needling, Martin integrates a range of advanced modalities — electro-stimulation, AMMA acupressure, cold laser therapy, and TDP heat therapy — into individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's condition. He's particularly known for his gentle, pain-free needling technique, which makes him a strong fit for patients who have been hesitant to try acupuncture or who have had uncomfortable experiences elsewhere.

Martin's clinical work is informed by an unusual second commitment: he has served as a volunteer Critical Care EMT in the Huntington community for more than three decades. That combination of emergency medical experience and integrative practice shapes how he approaches whole-patient care — bringing both clinical urgency and holistic perspective to every encounter.

Outside the clinic, Martin remains active in his community and continues his decades-long EMT service on Long Island.

Kevin Hahn is a New York licensed acupuncturist with a clinical foundation built across rehabilitation, athletic performance, and traditional Chinese medicine. He completed both his Bachelor of Health Science and his Master of Acupuncture at the New York College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and brings an unusually well-rounded background to the CityIR team.

Before practicing acupuncture, Kevin worked clinically as a physical therapy aide at Coastal Spine and Sport, and as a strength and conditioning coach at Infiniti Sports Performance. That dual experience — hands-on rehab work alongside performance programming — gives him a working understanding of biomechanics, recovery, and the demands placed on the athletes and active patients he treats. His own competitive baseball background informs how he approaches sport-specific care.

Kevin recently completed advanced training in the EXSTORE Orthopedic System, a clinical framework specializing in acupuncture for orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions. His practice focuses on pain management, injury recovery, and helping athletes and active individuals return to performance through evidence-informed acupuncture care that fits within CityIR's integrative rehab model.

Outside the clinic, Kevin stays active in baseball and trains regularly to keep his own performance edge.

Dr. Christina Auriti is the owner and lead physical therapist at Body Movement Physiotherapy, a premier physical therapy clinic co-located in our Long Island office. With over a decade of experience, she specializes in helping patients regain mobility, strength, and confidence through personalized, patient-centered care.

Dr. Auriti earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) from the New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) in 2011. She brings her expertise to a diverse patient population — including young athletes, adults recovering from surgery, and seniors seeking improved mobility and independence.

Her holistic approach emphasizes not just physical rehabilitation but overall wellness, empowering patients to achieve lasting results.

Justen Mills is a Certified Personal Trainer (NASM) and Certified Nutrition Coach (NCI) with over a decade of experience helping clients build strength, health, and confidence. Originally from New York, he coaches both in-person and online, specializing in simple, sustainable fitness and nutrition plans for busy individuals.

Justen has trained a diverse clientele — from young adults to parents and high performers — and led a corporate mobility session for Amazon employees focusing on stress reduction, posture improvement, and energy enhancement.

His approach combines evidence-based training and nutrition with practical application to promote lean strength, energy, and health control. In his free time, Justen enjoys lifting, running, and walking his dog, Neo.

A graduate of Nassau Community College and Hunter Business School, Ashley has over a decade of healthcare administrative experience. Before joining our team, Ashley worked for multiple high-end dermatologists and plastic surgeons in NYC.

In addition to managing our office, Ashley owns a medical administration company that provides remote receptionist and surgical coordinating services for several physician practices across New York.

Outside of work, Ashley loves spending time with her family, friends, and animals.