Our Doctors
Monica M. Habib-Heghinian, MD, MHSA, FAAPMR
Education
- 09/2014 - 08/2015 Fellowship at National Pain Institute, Winter Park, FL
- 07/2011 – 06/2014 Residency: Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center - Brooklyn, NY
- 01/2013 - 01/2014 Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation; Chief resident
- 07/2010 – 06/2011 Sound Shore Medical Center - New Rochelle, NY, Surgical House officer
- 07/2008 – 06/2010 Internship: Nassau University Medical Center - East Meadow, NY, General Surgery; Trauma level I Hospital
- 09/2002 – 06/2006 St. Matthew’s University School of Medicine , Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
- 09/2002 – 05/2008 St. Joseph’s College – Windham, ME, Master’s in Health Services Administration (MHSA)
- 09/1998 – 05/2002 Emory University, Emory College – Atlanta, GA
Board Certification
- 06/2016 – Current American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Professional Experience
- 09/2014 - Present Interventional Pain Management Physician
Scholarly Bibliography
- Habib, Monica, MD, MHA, Aziz, Frederick, MD, Egan, Ethan, MD, Ross, Marc, MD; (March 2013) Assessment of Pain in Non-Verbal Cognitively Impaired Adults with Cerebrovascular Accidents Admitted to an Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF); Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center, Presented at the AAP Meeting, New Orleans, LA
- Habib, Monica, MD, MHA; Dinescu, Laurentiu, MD, Cristian, Adrian, MD, MHCM (March 2013) Local and Systemic Complications of Cement Material Leak Following Lumbar vertebroplasty in a patient with Cancer, a Diagnostic and Health Care System Delivery Dilemma; Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center, Presented at the national AAP Meeting, New Orleans, LA.
- Habib, Monica, MD, MHA; Dinescu, Laurentiu, MD, Campbell, Bruce, MD, Cristian, Adrian, MD, MHCM; (March 2012) Undiagnosed Cavernous Malformations, Mimicking Neurocysticercosis, in an American Patient admitted to an Inpatient Rehab Unit; Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center, Presented at the AAP Meeting, Las Vegas, NV
- Co-author of 2 individual chapters in PM&R Textbook (publication pending in 2014) - Upper Extremity Rehab Principles of Rehabilitation; Cervical Spine Principles of Rehabilitation
- Peer Lectures on Low Back Pain, Physical exam and Musculoskeletal principles of the upper extremity, Genitourinary complications, Adult Neurogenic Communication Disorders, Therapeutic Exercises, and Pain management principles
- Led multiple Journal Clubs from peer-reviewed articles in AAPM&R Journal
- Habib, M., Gasparyan, A., Sasthakonar, V. (2009 December). Consequences of Foreign Bodies per Rectum: A Case Presentation. Poster presented at Annual Clinic Day: Combined meeting of Nassau Surgical Society and Brooklyn & Long Island Chapter of the American College of Surgeons; East Meadow, NY.
- Habib, M., Gasparyan, A., Barrett, L. (2008 December). Congenital Diaphragmatic Herniation in an Adult: Poster presented at Annual Clinic Day: Combined meeting of Nassau Surgical Society and Brooklyn & Long Island Chapter of the American College of Surgeons; East Meadow, NY.
- Habib, M., McCally, D. (2009 December). Periurethral Leiomyoma. Poster presented at Annual Clinic Day: Combined meeting of Nassau Surgical Society and Brooklyn & Long Island Chapter of the American College of Surgeons; East Meadow, NY.
- Habib, M., Solnik, D., Coren, C. (2009, December). Child Abuse and Duodenal Perforation: A Case Report and review of the literature. Poster presented at Annual Clinic Day: Combined meeting of Nassau Surgical Society and Brooklyn & Long Island Chapter of the American College of Surgeons; East Meadow, NY.
Bruce M. Fischer D.C., C.C.S.P.
A graduate of the National College of Chiropractic in Chicago, Dr. Bruce Fischer has been serving the Boca Raton and surrounding areas since 1992. He serves as the Chiropractic Team Physician for several sports clubs, teams, and organizations in South Florida. As well as the local athletes, professional, collegiate, and Olympic athletes come from all over the country for Dr. Fischer's expertise and experience. Dr. Fischer has treated thousands of patients and is one of only a handful of physicians in the world who can teach the highly specialized procedure: Manipulation Under Anesthesia, a treatment utilized for chronic pain, restricted joints, and lack of function.
Education
- The National College of Chiropractic, Lombard, Illinois, September 1988-December 1991
Doctor of Chiropractic
Bachelor of Science, Human Biology
- Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs, New York, September 1984-June 1988
Bachelor of Arts, Biology-Psychology
Professional Experience
- Boca Trauma and Rehab, 1992-present
- Team Chiropractic Physician Florida Atlantic University 1995-2018
- Team Chiropractic Physician United States Diving National Team, 2000-present
- Team Physician Grandview Preparatory School, 2005-present
Professional Licensure
- Florida #6527 (issued June 1992)
Massachusetts #3341 (issued July 2011)
- Hospital Staff Privileges
Lake Worth Surgery Center, Lake Worth Florida
Teaching
- Harvard Medical School, Deaconess Hospital, 1994, “Common Musculoskeletal Problems”
- University of Miami, School of Medicine, 1994, “Manipulative Therapy for Spinal Joint Pain”
- ”Manipulation Under Anesthesia”, co-sponsored by Logan College of Chiropractic, October, 2009, Chicago, Illinois
- ”Manipulation Under Anesthesia”, co-sponsored by Logan College of Chiropractic, December, 2009, Chicago, Illinois
- ”Manipulation Under Anesthesia”, co-sponsored by Logan College of Chiropractic, February, 2010, Chicago, Illinois
- ”Manipulation Under Anesthesia”, co-sponsored by Logan College of Chiropractic, March, 2010, Chicago, Illinois
- ”Manipulation Under Anesthesia”, co-sponsored by Logan College of Chiropractic, May, 2010 Chicago, Illinois
- ”Manipulation Under Anesthesia”, co-sponsored by Logan College of Chiropractic, August 2010, Boca Raton, Florida
- ”Manipulation Under Anesthesia”, co-sponsored by Southern California University of Health Sciences, January 2011, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- ”Manipulation Under Anesthesia”, co-sponsored by Southern California University of Health Sciences, February 2011, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- ”Manipulation Under Anesthesia”, co-sponsored by Southern California University of Health Sciences, April 2011, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- ”Manipulation Under Anesthesia”, co-sponsored by Southern California University of Health Sciences, June 2011, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- ”Manipulation Under Anesthesia”, co-sponsored by Southern California University of Health Sciences, March, 2015, Las Vegas, Nevada
- ”Manipulation Under Anesthesia”, co-sponsored by Southern California University of Health Sciences, July, 2015, Las Vegas, Nevada
- ”Manipulation Under Anesthesia”, co-sponsored by Southern California University of Health Sciences, October 2017, Los Angeles, California
- ”Manipulation Under Anesthesia”, co-sponsored by Southern California University of Health Sciences, October 2018, Los Angeles, California
Professional Articles
- “Manipulation Under Anesthesia for The Treatment of Refractory Hip and Pelvic Pain”, Pain Medicine, February, 2012.
Journal Publications
- “Manipulation Under Anesthesia: Possible Revenue Source for Orthopedic ASCs”, Becker’s ASC Review, April 7, 2010.
“5 Steps to Add an MUA Program at Your ASC”, Becker’s ASC Review, July 15, 20110.
Certifications and Post Graduate Training
- Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician, 2001, American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians
- Manipulation Under Anesthesia, National University of Health Sciences, 2007
Professional Associations
- Florida Chiropractic Association
- Florida Chiropractic Physicians Association
Awards
- National College of Chiropractic Clinical Internship Award, 1991
Volunteer Work
- Florida Atlantic Rugby Team, 2003-present
- Maccabi Games, 2001, 2014
- Lynn University Athletics 2001- present
Naveed Shafi, M.D.
Dr. Naveed Shafi received his Board Certification in Sports Medicine in 2003 and has been practicing Sports Medicine and Non-surgical orthopedics and in South Florida ever since. After earning his M.D., he completed his residency at the Cleveland Clinic, where he participated as one of the team physicians for the Florida Panthers NHL hockey team, Florida Bobcats professional arena football team, and the Miami Fusion MLS soccer team. In addition, his residency experience includes work with Texas Christian University, Southern Methodist University, the Special Olympics, and various high schools.
Dr. Shafi completed fellowship and board certification in Primary Care Sports Medicine at the University of South Carolina, where he served as a team physician for the all 19 of the USC Fighting Gamecocks Division I athletic teams, the Capital City Bombers professional baseball team, the Columbia City Ballet, and several community sponsored road races. He has served as physician for several NCAA championship and Olympic Athletes as well.
He joined Boca Trauma and Rehab in 2009, after serving as Medical Director, Professor, and Head Team Physician for all 17 Florida Atlantic University teams, where he met Dr. Fischer. He brings to Boca Trauma and Rehab knowledge and expertise in neck and back pain assessment, traumatic injury rehabilitation, manipulation under anesthesia, hyperbaric medicine, Platelet Rich Plasma, and non-surgical orthopedics. As a physician and a former certified personal trainer, Dr. Shafi enjoys all aspects of health and fitness in his professional and personal life and is known by his patients and staff as a charismatic physician that devotes quality time to his patients.
Certification
- Internal Medicine Board Certification, 2002
- Certificate of Added Qualifications/Board Certification in Sports Medicine, 2003
- Medical Review Officer Certification –#090614221, 2009
- Hyperbaric and Dive Medicine certification, 2002
- Personal Health and Fitness Trainer Certification - American Council on Exercise, 2002
- Manipulation Under Anesthesia Certification – June 2010
Educational Background
- 1993 to 1998 Doctor of Medicine, Ross University School of Medicine
- 1989 to 1993 University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI 53706
- Bachelor of Science - Biology
- Bachelor of Arts – South Asian Studies
- Academic Scholarship
Post Graduate Training
Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship, University of South Carolina
Palmetto Richland Memorial Hospital, Columbia, SC 2001 to 2002
Internal Medicine Residency and Internship, The Cleveland Clinic Foundation –Florida
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida and Cleveland, Ohio, 1998 to 2001
Sarah-Lee Ramdeen Cucu, D.C.
Dr. Sarah-Lee Ramdeen-Cucu is a chiropractic physician and a native of Jamaica. She is a graduate of the University of the West Indies, Jamaica, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish and Philosophy. Dr. Ramdeen-Cucu later immigrated to the United States of America and attended Florida Atlantic University, at the Boca Raton Campus. During her years at FAU, she pursued pre-medical studies and was awarded a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychobiology. Dr. Ramdeen-Cucu began her training as a chiropractic physician at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Port Orange, Florida and has experience as a chiropractic physician for over 13 years. She is also trained and certified in physiotherapy.
Education
- Palmer College of Chiropractic, Port Orange, FL (01/2006 – 03/2009).
Degree awarded: Doctor of Chiropractic
Certification in Physiotherapy
- Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, Florida (2002- 2005).
Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science, Psychobiology
- University of the West Indies, Jamaica, W.I. (1994 - 1998).
Degree awarded: Bachelor of Arts, Major in Spanish, Minor in Philosophy
Awards and Honors
- Palmer College of Chiropractic, Florida Campus
Dean’s List 12/2008; 09/2008; 09/2007; 03/2006
Chiropractic Teaching Assistant award (03/09)
- Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton Campus
"The Chancellor’s List" September Edition 2005
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars, April 2005
Our Therapists
Kara Brown, PT
Kara Brown, MPT has been a part of the Boca Trauma and Rehab team since 2018, as an evaluating therapist, and has over 27 years of PT Outpatient experience. Kara received her Masters of Physical Therapy from Rutgers University in 1995. In addition to her extensive orthopedic background, her specialty training includes: orthopedic rehabilitation including pre and post-surgery rehab, being Pilates certified, having strong manual therapy skills and training including myofascial release therapy, being certified in vestibular rehabilitation, and extensive experience in women’s health and pelvic dysfunction rehabilitation, as well as urinary incontinence rehabilitation and geriatric rehabilitation. Kara has a strong belief in the importance of treating the body holistically, as a whole continuum. She is a strong advocate for preventative medicine and empowering others to maximize their quality of life.
Michna Doblas, PTA
Michna joined the staff of Boca Trauma and Rehab in 2017 and is a graduate of South University's PTA program. Prior to South, Michna earned her undergraduate degree in Exercise Science from Florida Atlantic University.
