At Leaf Medical, we understand that the first step towards longevity is developing a pattern and attitude where health matters at a young age. Because we believe in the highest level of preventative medicine, we vow to put your child’s health first and take extra efforts to educate you and your child about his/her health while coming up with a plan. Our board certified physicians specialize in the diagnostic care of children under 18 years old. Additionally, as a proud affiliate of the top hospital in New York and one of the best in the country, Weill Cornell Medical School-New York Presbyterian Hospital, Leaf Medical can put you in contact with top specialists who can give your child the best care he/she deserves. We know your life is busy and your time is important so at Leaf Medical, you can make an appointment for your own health with one of our Internists or schedule a women’s health visit with one of our Women's Health Specialist on the same day.
DUMBO - Children’s Health
Dr. Fay Dachman is a board-certified pediatrician and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She received her undergraduate degree from Yeshiva University. She obtained her medical degree from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine-Yeshiva University in the Bronx, New York. She then completed her residency training in Pediatrics at New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical College.
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Dr. Sofia Chu is a Family Medicine physician who enjoys serving patients of all ages in various stages in life, by providing comprehensive and personalized preventative, chronic and acute health care. While Dr. Chu emphasizes preventative health care, she appreciates that each patient is on his/her/their own individual journey towards good health…
CARROLL GARDENS - Children’s Health
Dr. Heath Bettencourtt is a native of the West Bank of New Orleans, Louisiana. He attended the University of New Orleans, where he graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, and a minor in Chemistry. From there, he attended the Medical School at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, where he graduated in 1996. He went on to complete his residency at both Children’s Hospital and University Hospital in New Orleans. He served as Chief Resident of Pediatrics at the University Hospital in New Orleans from 1999-2000.
Dr. Janet Arribas is a Board Certified Family Medicine Physician. Dr. Arribas received her undergraduate degree from the University of Missouri and obtained a masters degree from the University of Kansas, before pursuing her medical degree at the Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences. Dr. Arribas is a down-to-earth and personable physician who brings over 17 years of medical experience to Leaf Medical. She believes in realistic goals to help patients achieve their medical needs. With honesty and sincerity, she takes time to educate patients to empower them with tools to manage their health. During her spare time, she loves to hang out with her favorite Shih Tzu, Bronte.
LONG ISLAND CITY - Children’s Health
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Dr. Christopher Gonzalez is a Diplomate of the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians in Family Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment. Dr. Gonzalez received his undergraduate degree from Cornell University in Psychology. He went on to pursue his medical degree at New York College of Osteopathic Medicine.
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Doctor Jennifer Negron is a warm and friendly board-certified Family Medicine Physician, originally hailing from the charming town of Clermont, Florida. She's a proud graduate of the University of Florida, where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. Dr. Negron then pursued her lifelong passion for medicine, earning her medical degree from the esteemed William Carey College of Osteopathic Medicine.