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NY Ketamine Infusions Opens Third Location In Westchester County to Serve Community’s Mental Health Needs

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In response to the increasing need for effective mental health treatment in Westchester County NY Ketamine Infusions (“NYKI”), the leading provider of intravenous ketamine therapy for major depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, anxiety and other debilitating mood disorders, announces the expansion of its treatment services.

NY Ketamine Infusions (NYKI) Westchester Team

With a successful track record of treating more than 5,000 patients in our two current locations in NYC and Long Island, NYKI has more clinical experience than any other ketamine center in the world.  NYKI offers personalized and private care to those suffering from mood disorders. Intravenous ketamine, a highly effective treatment alternative, can provide rapid relief in even the most complex cases of depression, PTSD, and other mood disorders. In 2012, Dr. Glen Brooks founded NYKI in New York City as one of the world’s first therapy centers dedicated exclusively to providing this breakthrough therapy. Dr. Brooks, a Board Certified Anesthesiologist, completed his training at Harvard’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital and taught at Yale University School of Medicine.

In multiple studies performed over the past 20 years by researchers at Yale University, Mt. Sinai, the National Institute of Mental Health and other major institutions, IV ketamine has proven to be a highly effective treatment helping patients who have not responded to either traditional psychiatric medications or psychotherapy–often with tremendous, life-changing results.

But it’s important to understand that intravenous administration of ketamine is the gold standard for treating patients with mood disorders such as treatment resistant depression, PTSD, and suicidal ideation. Delivery via other methods (intranasal and oral) is inconsistent and does not provide 100% bioavailability of ketamine. By administering ketamine intravenously, NYKI can deliver the precise dose and control the rate of infusion–important factors in ensuring an optimal outcome and patient experience.

At NY Ketamine Infusions, we are very focused on outcomes and are proud to report that 84% of our patients with treatment-resistant depression experienced noteworthy or significant improvement in their symptoms after undergoing ketamine therapy according to our OutcomeMD patient survey data (based on 2200+ patients seen since Jan. 2022).

Robert Glatter, MD

The Westchester clinic will be led by Robert Glatter, M.D., who has trained extensively with Dr. Brooks at the New York City location. With over 20 years of experience administering ketamine as an Emergency Medicine physician at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City, Dr. Glatter brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise. Not only is Dr. Glatter an expert in his field, but he is also a sought-after commentator on important breakthroughs in depression treatment and healthcare. He serves on the Editorial Board of Medscape Emergency Medicine and is a longstanding contributor to Forbes Healthcare and Innovation. He is frequently called upon by major media organizations, including CBS News, ABC News, NBC News, The Today Show, and WebMD, to provide medical commentary on a variety of topics.

The newly opened office is located at 222 Westchester Ave STE 306, in West Harrison, NY 10604. For more information, interested patients and families can visit the practice’s website at nyketamine.com or call 914-369-1569 for a free consultation.

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World Cup Gymnastics Athletes Sawyer Robertson and Victor Dyakin Take Home Bronze Medals at the 2023 Eastern DP National Championship

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World Cup Gymnastics’ finest competed April 28-30 at the 2023 Men’s Eastern Developmental Program National Championship held at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, FL. 

Along with the Western Championship which took place in Galveston, TX, nearly 1,500 gymnasts competed in this prestigious event. 

Sawyer Robertson, of Mount Kisco, NY competed in the Men’s Level 7 Youth and took home the bronze medal for High Bar with a score of 10.85 and a 7th place medal on Floor with a score of 11.20.  He received a final medal by placing 8th All Around with a score of 64.55.  Teammate, Victor Dyakin from Scarsdale, NY, competed in the Men’s Level 7 and also took home a bronze medal for his work on Floor earning an 11.65 and an 8th place medal on Bars with an 11.35.  Stamford, CT resident Albert Sturhahn added to the collection with an 8th place medal on high bar with a score of 11.2.

Two other World Cup Gymnastics’ athletes, Gabriel Zybert of Pleasantville, NY and Ryan Englander of Scarsdale, NY did not take home medals but received a great deal of respect from their coaches and teammates for earning the right to compete at such a high level event.

“Brushing their nerves aside, the boys were able to complete their mission and perform their best routines of the year,” said Jason Hebert, Director of World Cup Gymnastics.  “We are so proud of all their hard work and dedication.  Winning medals at nationals is just the icing on the cake,” he added.

World Cup Gymnastics has been training State, Regional and National Champions for 30 years and is deemed one of the most revered recreational and competitive gymnastics programs in the state.  They also offer mommy and me classes for infants, pre-school gymnastics and tumbling for cheerleaders.  For more information, please call 914-238-4967 or visit www.worldcupgymnastics.com.

News courtesy of World Cup Gymnastics

 

 

Father’s Day Gift Idea: The Innovative ‘ZoomBroom’

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With Father’s Day looming, I was asked to give the ZoomBroom a try, with the pitch that it is an innovative product that would make a great gift for dad!  Guess what? It is (innovative), and it would (make a great gift).

As a matter of fact, the ZoomBroom would also make a nice birthday or holiday gift for anyone–it’s the new must have for anyone who’d like to easily clear out debris from from yards, patios, garages, cars, driveways, walkways, RVs, and boats, to name a few.  As opposed to a typical leaf blower – the ZoomBroom is smaller, cordless, lighter and easier to control.  It is comparable to a battery-operated leaf blower, but smaller.

The Zoom Broom is offered in two models: The Golf Breeze and The Tornado. 

I received ‘The Tornado’ to sample. The assembly directions (something I always fear) were exceptionally easy, and it’s a cinch to recharge, as needed, and will run a full 40 minutes, plenty of time to complete assorted tasks.  I was impressed by its powerful blowing, and it’s relatively quiet, considering. When fall arrives and my outdoor deck is blanketed in leaves, I plan to reach for The Tornado and quickly clear the deck. No dad necessary. Visit zoombrooms.com for more information.– Grace

My new handy dandy ZoomBroom
The Golf Breeze The Tornado
  • 2 pounds
  • Stores in golf bag or closet
  • The Zoom Broom is cordless and comes with a plugin charger
  • 12-volt car charger available
  • Comes with a 2-year warranty
  • Turbo-boost setting for the extra tough debris
  • Up to 25-minute run time

 

 
  • 2 pounds
  • Stores easily on a wall hanger or floor stand
  • The Zoom Broom is cordless and comes with a plugin charger
  • 12-volt car charger available
  • Comes with a 2-year warranty
  • Turbo-boost setting for the extra tough debris
  • Up to 40-minute run time

 

Chabad Center Invitation to a Community Passover Seder: “Don’t Pass Over Passover!”

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Is Passover almost here and you are without a Seder? Don’t worry!  Whether you are by yourself or with family, there are two wonderful Community Passover Seders to attend, both sponsored by Chabad, and they are promising a traditional, meaningful–and delicious–experience.

Chabad Center invites you to join  their Community Passover Seders on Wednesday evening, April 5, beginning at 7:45 p.m., and Thursday evening, April 6 beginning at 8 p.m.  Both Seders will take place at at American Legion Hall in Armonk, N.Y.

The Seders are being hosted by Rabbi Yosef and Esther Butman. “We want to make sure that everyone has a place for the Seder night.”

Relive the Exodus, discover the eternal meaning of the Haggadah, and enjoy a community Seder, complete with a hand-baked round Matzah, fine Passover wine, and a wonderful catered meal spiced with unique traditional customs.

Don’t pass over Passover!

RSVP to chabadacp@gmail.com    www.chabadacp.com

 

New Castle Fire District No. 1 Announces Bond Referendum to be Held April 25

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Bond Referendum would Authorize Borrowing Funds for Fire Station Addition

Project Designed to Ensure the Safety and Health of Volunteer Firefighters by Providing Space to Accommodate Modern Emergency Apparatus and Decontamination Facilities

CHAPPAQUA, NY (March 2023) – The New Castle Fire District No. 1 has announced that a bond referendum vote will be held April 25 to authorize the Fire District to borrow funds for construction of a 13,000-square-foot addition to the current fire station in Chappaqua.

The modernization and expansion would provide the Fire Department with the space to accommodate modern emergency apparatus and equipment as well as decontamination facilities. It will also ensure the safety and health of the volunteer firefighters of the Chappaqua Fire Department. The project is estimated to cost approximately $15.2 million with construction starting November 2023.

The current fire station, which was built in 1954 and expanded in 1979, is grossly inadequate to meet the legal requirements under the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and  the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). As a result, current conditions expose Chappaqua and its taxpaying residents to costly litigation in the event of a serious accident or death of a volunteer firefighter.

“The Fire District’s proposal is not what the Fire Commissioners WANT but rather what they are REQUIRED to provide under the law,” said Brian Murphy, Chairman of the Fire District’s Board of Commissioners. “The Fire District has been studying the fire station space needs for nearly 20 years. Since the project was first studied in 2003, construction costs have nearly tripled. The sooner this project begins, the better,” he added.

Based on the 2022 average assessed value of $178,508 for all taxable residential parcels in the Town of New Castle that are served by the New Castle Fire District, the estimated average annual tax increase would be $282. For the parcels in the Town of Mount Pleasant served by the New Castle Fire District, the estimated annual increase would be projected at $225. These estimates are subject to change based on interest rate and other market fluctuations.

Prior studies dating back to 2003 recommend additional bay space to accommodate future needs; drive through bays to accommodate 7 or 8 vehicles; adequate storage space; decontamination capability and bunking for up to 10 firefighters. The current fire station bays are too small for today’s larger and wider apparatus. The space between the modern fire-fighting apparatus in the current fire station is less than 3 feet. A firefighter in gear can barely pass through the bay, creating a dangerous and potentially deadly situation. Studies recommend 8 feet between each piece of apparatus.

Lack of adequate decontamination facilities is another issue to be addressed in the modernization project. When materials burn, they release a number of carcinogens  including polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Firefighters may also encounter other known carcinogens such as asbestos and diesel exhaust. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), “the fire department shall provide for the cleaning of protective clothing and station/work uniforms by a fire department facility that is equipped to handle contaminated clothing. Fire departments shall provide facilities for disinfecting, cleaning, and storage in accordance with NFPA 1581, Standard on Fire Department Infection Control Program.” The current fire station does not have NFPA compliant equipment for disinfecting, cleaning and storage.

The new addition is being designed by Mitchell Associates Architects which has more than 40 years designing buildings and 30 years designing fire stations. The firm has designed 193 public safety projects, 331 facilities and 77 fire station renovation projects. The firm has a full-time staff dedicated solely to fire station and emergency facilities design.

More about the District’s hopes for a fire department addition can also be viewed here: https://vimeo.com/809065743/f90f65b36e

The April 25th vote will be held at the fire station at 491 King Street from 12 noon to 9 pm. For more information about the bond referendum vote and the proposed modernization project, please visit www.ncfd1.org

News courtesy of the New Castle Fire District