HEALTH, WELLNESS & BEAUTY
BEST NURSING HOME
HAYM SALOMON HOME FOR NURSING &
REHABILITATION
2340 Cropsey Ave Brooklyn
(718) 373-1700 www.haymsalomonhome.com
At a time when caring for loved ones feels more
important than ever, your family is in great
hands at Haym Salomon Home for Nursing &
Rehabilitation. With over 60 years of experience,
this Cropsey Avenue nursing home seeks to deliver
a high-standard of life and care for its long-term
care patients. And it will keep loved ones informed
every step of the way. Communication is a top
priority for the team at Haym Salomon and it’s
clear that they excel at it. Specializing in short
term rehabilitation services, long-term nursing
care, palliative care, adult daycare and more, this
Brooklyn nursing home does and has it all. You can
rest assure knowing your loved one is in the best
care at Haym Salomon.
BEST OBGYN
OBSTETRICS AND
GYNAECOLOGY
BIRTHING CENTER OF NY - NURSE
JACKIE CHAPMAN/CHILDBIRTH
EDUCATOR
Best 6700 3rd Ave Brooklyn
(929) 888-6996 www.nybirthingcenter.com
Childbirth and the months leading up to that
magical moment is often full of new discoveries.
New discoveries about your body and what it
is capable of creating. The Birthing Center of
New York, the largest and newest free standing
natural birthing facility in Brooklyn, allows
new mothers to explore their bodies and ask
questions of the professional staff. Thanks to
the leadership of Nurse Jackie Chapman — with
her more than 43 years of nursing experience
in labor and delivery and specialty in high-risk
obstetrics — clients are sure to receive the best
care they possibly can.
BEST ONCOLOGY
DR. JOHN KEHOE, MD
9711 3rd Ave Brooklyn
(718) 921-3800 www.johnkehoemd.com
Breast health can be scary because, for so many
women, the scary “C” word hangs over their heads.
For Dr. John Kehoe, MD, healing is a calling —
and anybody he’s treated will tell you his work
is a gift. Over two decades ago, the Memorial
Sloan Kettering trained breast cancer surgeon
and surgical oncologist founded and developed a
private, full service, free standing breast cancer
diagnosis and treatment center. To this day, he
treats patients from Brooklyn and beyond, offering
a level of care and comfort unmatched when it
comes to breast cancer screening, treatment,
diagnosis and follow up. He is regarded as the best
— and the kindest — in the business, and can make
even the most stressful of appointments feel like a
breeze. And he does it all while giving back to his
local community, too.
BEST
OPHTHALMOLOGIST /
OPTOMETRIST
OPHTHALMOLOGY ASSOCIATES OF BAY
RIDGE
8721 4th Ave Brooklyn
(718) 680-1500 www.bayridgeeyes.com
I can see clearly now, the rain is gone! For all of
your eye health needs, Ophthalmology Associates
of Bay Ridge is the place to go. Brooklyn residents
have been trusting Ophthalmology Associates
of Bay Ridge with their eye care needs for over
30 years. The practice is up to date on the latest
eye testing and treatment techniques, ensuring
optimal care for your eyes. The doctors are trained
in LASIK eye surgery, cataract surgery, diabetic
eye care, treatment of macular degeneration and
other retinal diseases, and so much more. If you
are interested in a new pair of frames, the optical
shop at Ophthalmology Associates of Bay Ridge has
a variety of styles so you can find a pair of glasses
that are perfect for you.
BEST ORTHODONTIST
DR. ANKUSH A. KHANNA, DDS - FRESH
ORTHODONTICS
385 4th Ave #2 Brooklyn
(347) 708-9777 www.freshorthodontics.com
Improve your smile today with the help of Dr.
Ankush A. Khanna of Fresh Orthodontics, chosen
as the best orthodontist in the borough by locals.
He prioritizes outstanding, personalized care to
every patient. Believe it or not, he wasn’t born with
that amazingly straight set of pearly whites. He
knows firsthand how orthodontic treatment can
give people the boost they need to connect with
others, become more confident in themselves and
achieve their dreams. Dr. Khanna is dedicated to
a patient-centric approach based on high-quality
customer service and exceptional results. He offers
a variety of treatment options, including modern
braces and Invisalign, giving patients their dream
smiles in a way that’s enjoyable, convenient and
stress-free.
BEST PAIN
MANAGEMENT
PHYSICIAN
METRO HEALTHCARE PARTNERS
(FORMERLY HEALTHQUEST)
3500 Nostrand Ave Brooklyn
(718) 769-2521 www.metrohealthnyc.com
When you’re in pain, it can control your life. Take
back the helm with a visit to Metro Healthcare
Partners. Formerly Healthquest, this Sheepshead
Bay facility has a new name and all new, upgraded
services. At Metro Healthcare Partners, the
goal is to combine hospital level services with
a local neighborhood office. Following a larger
institution model, it has integrated its teams so
professionals can provide better focus on patient’s
needs, locally and across Brooklyn. The office has
also incorporated the latest in technology, testing
tools, rehabilitation equipment and treatment
techniques. Affiliated with Brooklyn Mount Sinai
Hospital, Metro Healthcare Partners is dedicated to
getting you back to feeling your best through caring
diagnosis, healing, treatment and followup.
BEST PEDIATRIC DENTAL
PRACTICE
PARK SLOPE KIDS DENTAL CARE
150 4th Ave Brooklyn
(718) 488-0200 www.parkslopekidsdental.com
Take the fear out of you child’s next dentist visit
by going to Park Slope Kids Dental Care, where
experienced dentists make teeth cleaning, x-rays
and examinations fun! Using a caring, gentle
approach, expert dentists and hygienists provide
top-notch care, filling in cavities, conducting
routine cleanings and addressing any other oral
concerns while making your child feel at home.
To make young patients comfortable, dentists use
friendly words to refer to oral procedures, calling
cavities “sugar bugs” and numbing injections
“sleepy juice.” Toddlers and kids can watch
cartoons during their examinations and play with
toys, and each child even receives a goodie bag after
the appointment. Parents flock to the office because
of the short wait times and accommodating staff,
and children go back for the fun and comfortable
atmosphere!
BEST PEDIATRICIAN
GPM PEDIATRICS, PC
7715 4th Ave Brooklyn
(718) 833-2300 www.gpmpediatrics.com
Dr. Michael P. Gabriel has been practicing
pediatrics for over 50 years. He started his practice
making house calls and worked long hours to
build a trusting relationship, one family at a time.
His goal at GPM Pediatrics, PC is to continue to
deliver that same quality service while meeting
the challenges of today’s world. The physicians at
GPM Pediatrics, PC all work closely together, as
communication is a key to any successful practice.
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One of GPM Pediatrics, PC’s greatest assets is the
facility’s wonderful front office and nursing staff
who has worked with the physicians for many
years; these professionals are experienced in taking
care of pediatric patients and help set a warm and
nurturing environment. GPM Pediatrics, PC will
work to meet all of your child’s needs.
BEST PERIODONTIST
DR. ALI ASKARI, DDS
142 Joralemon St #9E Brooklyn
(718) 625-4085 www.askariperio.com
While maintaining the health of your teeth
is important, it means nothing if you aren’t
taking care of your gums. If you are in need of
a periodontist who will put your gum’s needs
first, Dr. Ali Askari is the one for you. Dr. Askari
is trained in a variety of surgical methods for
the treatment of periodontal issues, offering
preventative care and maintenance plans that are
tailored to your gums. Should you need extensive
care or treatment for your gums, Dr. Askari will
work to make sure that you are comfortable and
completely understand the course of treatment.
His practice prides itself on not resorting to surgery
unless it is absolutely necessary.
BEST PERSONAL
TRAINER
BAD ASS ACADEMY
238 Bay Ridge Ave Brooklyn
(718) 759-9870 www.badassacademy.com
Sometimes all you need is some guidance to help
you get in the best shape of your life. Where there is
Brooklyn’s best boot camp, there is also Brooklyn’s
best personal trainer. At Bad Ass Academy, the
team is redefining what it means to be fit — and
its personal trainers are equipped to bring out
the absolute best in you. At its 6,000 square
foot premier functional training facility, Bad Ass
Academy offers both group training and personal
training. Unlike other gyms that simply have
treadmills and dumbbells, Bad Ass’ facility offers
unique, stimulating alternatives such as monkey
bars, sleds, cargo nets, battle ropes, spin bikes, and
much more — AKA everything you need to make
the most important change of your life!
BEST PERSONAL
TRAINING FACILITY
BAD ASS ACADEMY
238 Bay Ridge Ave Brooklyn
(718) 759-9870 www.badassacademy.com
When you’re looking to get in great shape, it
doesn’t hurt to have a strong, passionate and
qualified personal trainer in your corner. At Bad
Ass Academy’s At 6,000 square foot premier
functional training facility, its trainers are
constantly redefining what it means to be fit —
and helping customers of all fitness levels and
physiques reach their dream fitness goals, Bad Ass
Academy offers both group training and personal
training. Unlike other gyms that simply have
treadmills and dumbbells, Bad Ass’ facility offers
unique, stimulating alternatives such as monkey
bars, sleds, cargo nets, battle ropes, spin bikes, and
much more. There’s no better place to spice up
your workout routine and get in the best shape of
your life.
BEST PHARMACY
FAMILY DRUGSTORE
3010 Mermaid Ave Brooklyn
(718) 373-2300
There’s no better time to support small business
and there’s no business as beloved as the oldfashioned
family drugstore. For a mom-and-pop
feel that makes you feel as cared for as you do at
your family doctor, look no further than Family
Drugstore on Mermaid Avenue. Family Drugstore
opened over 17 years ago and now services its
clients at four Brooklyn locations. This local,
family-run pharmacy has withstood the test of
time and made a name for itself for providing for
its patrons — just as a doctor would care for their
patients.
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