Procedures
Services Preformed at The Institute of Ageless Medicine
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General Wellness
General Wellness is offered to those who feel that they are healthy and wish to stay this way. This is for the patients who do not want to be treated with the same “standard of care” manner currently offered by the medical society in general. These patients seek a more natural and time honored type of care.
You will have a one on one consultation with the Doctor and this will be at least one hour in length with a detailed medical history. The consultation will discover what you, as an individual, need to treat and maintain good general health. The visit will conclude with a physical examination and if pertinent, further testing like blood work and x-rays. If you have any recent tests that have been preformed, the Doctor would like you to bring them with you at the time of your visit. This may, if applicable negate the need for further studies.
The Doctor will then compile all of her findings and arrive at a personally designed plan for your general wellness which will be given to you at another visit, the cost of which is included in your first visit (excluding additional lab work or x-rays that may be ordered). She will go over everything with you and make sure that you have no further questions.
The Doctor notes, “everyone is unique and will be treated as such”, therefore, if you have specific needs or problems she will do whatever she can to help you as an individual out.
Insurance will not usually cover this type of service. We will bill your insurance but you are personally responsible for all of the costs at the time of your visits.
Alternative Care
Medicine is very “cookbook” today and it is all about “the standard of care”. Doctors are discouraged from thinking and coming up with possible unique strategies for their patients in trying remedy their ills by insurance companies, government and hospitals alike. Pharmaceuticals are thrown at patients like candy and do little to prevent or actually treat the underlying cause of disease, not to mention cure the problems at hand.
More and more unhappy people are going out on their own, in sheer desperation, trying to find out how they themselves can treat their individual problems. They many times are left feeling frightened and alone among all of the different supplements, treatments and strategies available to them in the common marketplace. This type of desperate searching can be very expensive and discouraging, and many of you have drawers or cabinets filled with different things that you have tried in the past, and have failed.
Dr. Massullo understands the frustration and with her alternative care and her extensive medical training she will treat you as an individual.
Her consultation is at least one hour and will be very complete into your current problem with a detailed past and current medical history. If you have any current medical data, such as x-rays, blood work, MRI’s and so forth she asks that you please, bring them with you at the time of the consultation. The consultation will be followed with a physical examination with possible lab work and/or x-rays as the doctor feels is necessary.
Many times, it is unfortunate that people wait until their problem is very far advanced, before trying a physician assisted alternative method of treatment. Many people do not know that this type of professional service even exists. Dr. Massullo will do her best to come up with a “plan of attack” in the most timely manner possible that is tailored to your individual needs.
The Doctor encourages those of you with rapidly progressive pathology to see her as soon as possible. Time is a factor that, even in the best hands. The more advanced the disease process is, the more difficult it is to treat. The Doctor however, believes that absolutely nothing is impossible and will not give up on your behalf. She will expect the same of you and will also try to keep your determination and general attitude going in a positive direction at all times. Family and friends are welcome to get involved with your needs and care. The Doctor is willing to help align all these factors for you to hopefully reach your goal.
Insurance may not cover this type of care and we will bill your insurance but you are responsible for the entire cost at the time of your visits.
Cosmetic Medicine
There are a whole host of different anti-aging treatments and non-surgical treatments being offered on the market to the public today. These are done by estheticians, masseurs, chiropractors, beauty salons, dentists and physicians.
The Institute of Ageless Medicine does not offer some of the mainstream modalities like “Botox” for example, and this is due to the generally unsafe properties, that Dr. Massullo feels very strongly, that they may impart to your overall general health.
Dr. Massullo has had extensive training in medicine and science. She has completed a residency in general surgery and has had training in plastic and reconstructive surgery as well as other areas of medicine. She is very aware of what is necessary to reverse aging and how to do so with careful manipulation of the skin and its structures. She brings this unique expertise and skill into the arena for your benefit.
Dr. Massullo will do all of the procedures herself and you will get a private “one on one” visit each time. This will not only ensure that the procedure is done properly, but, that your confidentiality is maintained.
“The Space Lift” Fat Transfer
This procedure has been around for some time but it is something that unfortunately has not received the attention that it deserves. This procedure, when done the proper way, by a trained surgeon such as Dr. Massullo, will make you genuinely appear younger. You will not have a stretched look without wrinkles, which appears un-natural and even grotesque at times. You will plump up the areas that have lost their volume, thereby restoring the body’s natural, youthful look.
It is very safe. No foreign chemicals or toxic components are used, it is all you. The fat is harvested from certain area(s) of the body and then re-injected through very small puncture wounds into the areas that need the lift. There is swelling and in certain areas ecchymosis. Some initial bumps will also be noted at the injection sites. We have a special way to make this minimal and speed your healing in most cases that is all natural. The swelling will go down remarkably in about 3-5 days and after one week you can begin to see the changes as they will probably remain. The procedure is done completely under a local anesthetic and is tolerated very well. No special garments as in traditional liposuction are needed post operatively but there will be some ecchymosis here as well as some discomfort at the donor site(s). The pain is minimal and over the counter Tylenol or Advil usually serves very well. There is some down time but this is something that is up to the patient’s personal preference. Usually, we tell our patients to expect at least 3 days off work. The swelling and ecchymosis are usually most prominent around the eyes and some of our working patients prefer to simply wear sun glasses to conceal this for the time needed for recovery.
Every person is different in how they will react to this or any other procedure. We are all unique. Most people who are in generally good health will have the fat grafts survive, for the most part. Some fat will resorb in all cases. Most patients will need small touch-ups in areas over time, until the desired effect is obtained. We do three touch-ups at no additional cost unless we need to harvest more fat and then there is a minimal charge. Most people are at their goal with 2-3 post-operative treatments.
This procedure is all natural and safe because it is your own cellular material. It will last about as long as a face lift and that is about 5-7 years. Remember, we don’t stop the clock; we just reset it a little. If you use tobacco, engage in an unhealthy lifestyle, are on certain drugs, or just have the genetic predisposition for premature aging, a traditional face lift will respond in the same way. We will give you some unique instructions on how to maintain your skin and health better.
We will ask for pictures of the age that you would like to revisit and the more the better. We will use these to plan the volume lift or as we like to call it the space lift.
The cost is a bit less than a traditional face lift but remember the eventual look is even better. If you add up the toxic fillers, which now can last, in some cases, up to 1 ½ years, this cost is generally significantly less and remember it is all natural, you are not compromising your overall health to look younger.
You can do this type of lift in many areas of the body and you can even use it to restructure areas like depressions or dimpling. We will be happy to discuss what we can do for you and the doctor will give you a free 15 minute consultation. Call us to see if this may be appropriate for your needs.
Mesotherapy
Mesotherapy is not for the faint of heart. It is a more painful modality yet, one that is very beneficial. You will first have a consultation, to go over what you want to achieve, to see if this is the right plan for you. The next appointment will be set up with your unique plan in mind and the doctor will let you know about how much time you will need to set aside for your visit that day.
Mesotherapy is a treatment that is directed to the middle of the skin, the mesoderm. It consists multiple injections containing a specific amount of substance, deposited into that layer of the skin, in order to attain the desired result. This can be used for cellulite reduction, elimination of fatty deposits in areas like the abdomen or chin, skin discolorations, stretch marks, scars, hair regrowth and much more. The results will vary from one individual to another and with most of the agents there is a definite local reaction with redness, some discomfort and swelling which lasts for varying periods of time, but usually, at least 24 hours following each treatment.
The Doctor suggests that you go online to do some investigation of your own into Mesotherapy. There are different substances used by people to achieve the different results wanted, but Dr. Massullo will use only natural ingredients and not synthetic preparations. She will avoid preservatives when possible.
The most widely used mesotherapy used in the office is that which is done by means of a topical agent being delivered deep into the tissue by hundreds of tiny needle pricks. A topical anesthetic is used prior to treatment to anesthetize the skin. There is still some discomfort with this specific treatment but it is much more tolerable. A non-narcotic, oral analgesic can be taken before and after treatment, if the individual desires. The results are truly amazing.
The different mesotherapy treatments will require multiple visits because the results are cumulative. They are spaced at intervals in accordance with your individual needs.
This type of procedure is not for those who are pregnant, breast feeding, diabetic or immunocompromised or are keloid formers. Dr. Massullo will discuss if you are a candidate with you at the time of your consultation.
Dr. Massullo will give you a free consultation that will last approximately 15 minutes to explain the procedure to help determine if this modality is best for you and your needs.
The treatments that you will need will require specific medications that will be injected or delivered into the skin. These will have to be ordered individually for you so that they are fresh. You will be asked to pay for your specific medications before your appointment so that they will be ready for you at that time.
Titan
The Titan is a product made by Cutera, a world wide leader in laser and non laser products. Cutera is located in the United States and their products are made in the United States as well. They offer many exceptional products and the Titan is no exception.
There are many non-surgical skin tightening treatments being offered to the public. Some by physicians and others not. Some treatments are safe and others are not. Some treatments are effective and others are less so, or not at all.
The Titan is the Rolls Royce of all things being offered on the market today that claim to do this type of non-surgical skin tightening. It gives a sustained volumetric heating of the dermis, and this, is what is needed to truly get increased collagen synthesis. Your body will continue to rebuild and remold the dermis of the skin, with increased collagen deposition every day following your treatment and these effects will usually reach their maximum in about 2 months. Don’t confuse the Titan with other treatments. This is a non-laser therapy. It usually will take at least 2-3 treatments to achieve your goals and we like to do your treatments back to back every 1-2 months apart. The Institute of Ageless Medicine offers packages to save you some of your hard earned money.
There is no down time so you can literally go on about your day as if nothing happened. There will be no bandages or creams to apply. Dr. Massullo will make some suggestions that will make your body react better and give you the best results possible with your treatment, but following these will be up to you.
There is little to no pain, as some of our patients literally fall asleep during their procedures.
The results last up to 3 years and with a maintenance program you can keep up and prolong the effects.
The treatments can be done virtually anywhere there is skin and on any skin type from the very pale skin colors to the darkest skin colors.
The Doctor will give you a free consultation which will last up to 15 minutes in time. You can discuss with her what you would like to achieve and she will then be able to tell you if she feels that this is the best modality for you. She will then tell you approximately how much time it will take for your treatment and an appointment will be set up to best suit your needs.
Dr. Massullo suggests that you go online and investigate the Titan further at www.titanskin.com. She also cautions you to remember that this treatment again, is non-invasive and therefore subtle unlike the typical surgical “lifts”. You will not be left with a pulled, unnatural “plastique” look, you will look like yourself only, 5-10 years younger. You should also note that some of the treatments will advertise better prices but they do not tell you that you will need 6-8 of these treatments to get results of just one Titan treatment. Do your research, and find out how great the Titan treatment really is and, if it is the right one for you.
Chemical Peels
The Institute of Ageless Medicine uses chemical peels made up of different types of acids, which are used to get rid of the layers of dead skin and debris on your epidermis.
The skin, will with repeated treatments, appear more youthful with a nice glow and refined texture. The fine wrinkles will disappear and the deeper ones appear less noticeable. Superficial scars will fade and discolorations improve. The skin will also increase its collagen deposition over time and will be more resilient.
The Chemical Peels are pain free and require no anesthetics. Twelve of the typical Chemical Peels, done at the Institute of Ageless Medicine, will equal one medium acid peel, with out the risk, down time and pain associated with it.
This is a great treatment for acne prone skin in keeping the skin surface clean.
The treatments take about 15 minutes out of your day and there is no down time so you can resume your normal activities after your appointment except that you will need to wear sun screen and avoid undo exposure to the sun itself. A maintenance program will be required if you want to keep your results once you have reached your goal.
Dr. Massullo will give a free consultation that will last about 15 minutes. She will learn what you desire and will tell you if this is what she feels is the best treatment necessary for your individual situation.
Phototherapy
Phototherapy, or light therapy is nothing new. Different wavelengths of light will cause different reactions with different substances.
In medicine, we use this basic principal to do all sorts of things, for example, lasers are a form of light but the physical principals are different than visible light. Ultraviolet light has been used to sterilize items as well as heal.
The Institute of Ageless Medicine has some of the best technology in the world to apply light to rejuvenate your skin by increasing collagen synthesis, improving cellular function, diminish discoloration, diminish bacteria naturally as in acne prone skin to mention some of our most common uses. This technology is very safe with no pain and no down time. Our phototherapy can be used on all skin types.
The results are cumulative and you will require several treatments to achieve your goals, which is determined on an individual basis in accordance with your individual needs. The intervals between treatments must be close together to better effect your skin changes on a cellular level for optimum results. A maintenance program is required to keep your results once your goal has been achieved. We provide packages for you to purchase, with all of this in mind, to better save you some of your hard earned money.
Dr. Massullo will give you a free consultation lasting approximately 15 minutes where you can discuss your concerns and desires. She will then be better able to tell you if this is the best modality for you.
Dermabrasion
The Institute of Ageless Medicine offers Diamond Microdermabrasion which is done to refine the look of your skin. It gently and safely clears away dead skin cells and debris without chemicals, leaving your skin refined in texture and giving a youthful glow.
This is a great modality for very sensitive skin or for those who are afraid of chemical treatments. It is pain free and each treatment generally takes about 15-30 minutes out of your day, depending on the area of the body being treated. The treatments can be done on virtually all skin types and areas of the body. The results are cumulative and usually 12-15 treatment are needed to achieve most goals. The Institute of Ageless Medicine offers packages for this reason and will help to save you some of your hard earned money. The Doctor recommends a maintenance program, to keep your results once they have been obtained.
Microdermabrasion will deep clean the skin and remove unwanted debris that both clogs the pores and interferes with the respiration of the skin. New, healthy cells are encouraged to grow, as well as increased collagen and elastin formation and deposition. Over time fine lines and wrinkles will disappear. Discolorations will become less noticeable, if not disappear entirely. Your skin texture will become more refined and further aging will be dramatically slowed down. Your skin will glow. You will look years younger starting with your very first treatment.
Those of you with acne prone skin will love how it will clean and refine your skin, which, with proper care, can remain blemish free. It will also help to eliminate or dramatically diminish some of the scars associated with acne, particularly those of you with cystic acne.
Scars, in general, whether they be surgical or not can be improved in appearance with this modality.
Dr. Massullo will give a free consultation of approximately 15 minutes and you can discuss what your concerns are to determine if this is the best treatment that she feels she can offer to you for your desired needs.
Acne Therapy
Acne is not only for the young but its causes may differ among the age groups. Whatever the cause, or the age, acne can be a very disabling issue both socially and emotionally. The Institute of Ageless Medicine offers an all natural, safe approach to acne treatment, which is extremely effective and, with proper use, you will be virtually acne free.
Dr. Massullo will have an initial consultation, and if pertinent, young adults should be accompanied by a parent or guardian. A brief examination of the skin will follow, and a treatment regime will be determined and outlined, that best fits you and your needs and goals.
Rarely, and usually only in cases of sever forms of acne, are antibiotics prescribed and/or manual evacuation of lesions needed. Dr. Massullo tries to remain as conservative as possible, always keeping your optimum welfare in mind.
Body Contouring and toning
The Institute of Ageless Medicine offers a very unique, state of the art, European technology to improve your muscle tone, improve circulation and lymphatic flow, contour and your body, lift sagging breasts, improve posture, helping low back pain, get rid of that post partum abdominal sag, rejuvenate the face and neck to a more youthful appearance and, it is even great for weight loss and cellulite removal.
The treatments are very specific as to your desired goals and the area of your body to be addressed. The session times will vary accordingly. Most sessions will last about one hour but there are some which will be completed in as little as 20 minutes. Dr. Massullo will let you know the anticipated time for each treatment so that you can plan your day accordingly. There is no downtime with the treatments.
Dr. Massullo asks that your skin in the area to be treated is clean and free of all externally applied substances, like lotions. You may want to wear clothing that can be easily removed to access the treatment area, if applicable.
The treatments are pain free and actually feel very invigorating to most individuals. You, will be in control as to the intensity of your treatments, giving you the freedom, as you will become accustomed to them, to increase and decrease this as is desired, throughout your sessions.
The results are cumulative, and we suggest that you purchase some of the packages that are offered, to save some of your hard earned money. Most people will need up to 20 sessions to achieve their goals and a maintenance program is suggested to keep your results.
The treatment is not for everyone and certain areas should be avoided in certain circumstances such as those that have undergone recent surgical intervention. Other contraindications to treatment may be, pacemakers, defibrillators or other implanted devices, seizure disorders and pregnancy.
Dr. Massullo will give a free consultation that will average about 15 minutes. You can go over your goals and questions with her at that time to see if she feels that this modality is best suited for you and your goals.
La Pelle M Quick Lift
La Pelle M Quick Lift is a very unique treatment designed to give a subtle lift to the skin in a period of about 40 minutes and its effects will last up to 3 days.
You can do repeated procedures with more lasting results, including an increase in collagen and elastin synthesis, improved skin tone with a better texture but, as a rule this specific procedure is done for those who want to look better, and of course, younger for a special event, like a wedding or anniversary. It is very inexpensive so patients who cannot afford other modalities, may opt this procedure based on this alone. Others wanting the most they can get out of their bodies will add this procedure, much as they will having their nail and hair done, before a special event to try to increase the overall effects of other non-surgical skin tightening procedures, like the Titan.
It is painless and has no down time, so you can go on about your day as usual. Contraindication to this procedure would be seizure disorder, inflamed skin, implanted devices like pacemakers, and pregnancy.
If you have a special day coming up and, want to look as fresh as possible, you can let us know when it is and, Dr. Massullo will try to get you into the office to do the Quick Lift a few hours before the event.
This treatment has no free consultation involved. We cannot guarantee the results and they differ from person to person. The vast majority of our patients who have had it done, come back for more and are very pleased with how they look afterwards.
Peddetox
Everyone is becoming aware of something that Dr. Massullo and The Institute of Ageless Medicine has known all along. Detoxification is hallmark in most, if not all natural approaches to good health and resolution of disease.
The Peddetox is a safe, effective modality to help rid your body of unwanted, dangerous toxins like heavy metals and bacterial toxins or cellular debris and impart a healing type of effect with each treatment. The abnormal cells, diseased cells, will burst and will be removed by your body, helping to make you feel better and be healthier in the long run.
This is not like the “Ion” type of foot detoxification treatments being done currently and are all the rage. They advertise great detoxification usually done through your feet, as they place your feet in a clear, colorless water and salt solution and then, the water amazingly begins to turn colors, usually a murky rust color, increasing over the course of the usual 30 minute session. They tell you that this represents all the toxins withdrawn from your body. This may in part have some basis, but, there is a definite electrochemical reaction between the metal in the device they insert in the water with your feet and the fluid, that would have similar, if not the same results, without your feet being present at all. This is not at all how our Peddetox is done nor is it the principal that it is based on.
Each treatment will take about one hour of your time and it is pain free.
Dr. Massullo asks that you wear pants or a skirt with socks that can be easily removed to expose your feet. She also asks that you wash your feet before coming as the treatment will give you better results.
You should feel no pain. After your first few treatments you may feel a bit sluggish on the following day or two, this is generally a very good sign, to indicate that your body is going through a healing process and is called appropriately enough a “healing crisis”. Dr. Massullo will go over all the details with you as to how to counteract this if it should occur. After a healing crisis occurs people usually feel “better than before” in about 48-72 hours.
The treatments are additive and are best done in a series, with the interval between treatments in close proximity to one another. Depending upon your state of health and why you want the detoxifications, they can be done no more than once every 3 days. The Institute of Ageless Medicine offers packages, are sold for this reason, to help you save some of your hard earned money. To help you keep the results, once you have achieved your goal, you should keep up with a regular maintenance program.
The Peddetox is not possible for all patients and some of the contraindications for this treatment are seizure disorders, pregnancy, breast feeding, implanted devices like pacemakers or defibrillators and certain conditions like a recent surgical wound on the feet. Dr. Massullo will go over all of these with you.
Dr. Massullo will give a free consultation, if you wish, that will last approximately 15 minutes to determine if this program is best for you and your goals.
La Pelle M Skin Care Products
The Institute for Ageless Medicine is one of the only places in the country where you can buy this exclusive Italian skin care line. It is all natural, organic and uses the very finest ingredients available.
The line is very simple and free of toxic, harmful chemicals including unwanted perfumes or coloring agents which can affect not only your skin but your overall health in general. It can be used by all skin types.
La Pelle M offers treatments for aging skin, acne skin, cellulite, skin discolorations and more.
As with any skin care line you must use it daily and as directed to get the best results. The ingredients in La Pelle M are specifically designed to penetrate the skin into its deeper layers and will cause its desired changes on a cellular level. Your skin will look and feel healthier as it naturally detoxifies, encourages normal collagen and elastin production. La Pelle M represents the best skin care products on the market today and definitely the safest, most effective and most exclusive, so enjoy the experience here at the Institute for Ageless Medicine.
“Youthful Skin” is the line designed for the aging skin. It is safe for all skin types and may be modified easily, as needed. The series of treatments is cumulative at penetrating the tissues in a safe effective manner and delivering antioxidants and nutrients to oxygenate, revitalize, detoxify and regenerate the tissue, increasing elasticity and collagen synthesis. You will see noticeable, real results in as little as 3 weeks but with repeated use, your skin will glow and those fine lines and wrinkles will disappear and the overall texture will improve.
The “Acne Skin” care line is designed without harmful chemicals and irritants like benzyl peroxide or titanium dioxide. It will deep clean the skin of all harmful bacteria, parasites, virus and fungus. It will promote a healthy flora and cellular turnover and with daily use, following the program as prescribed for you, you should remain virtually acne free.
“Anti-Cellulite” is a unique formulation that again penetrates deep into the tissues and causes increased blood supply delivering vital nutrients to help rid the body of unwanted waste that is thereby removed from the congested tissues. The effects are pronounced with each treatment and with every 6 treatments you can also lose weight, as much as 10 pounds. This is not due to water loss, like so many other topical treatments on the market. It is actual loss in cellular matter and debris, helping to break up and destroy the tiny pockets of unnatural, congested materials, including fat in the connective tissues. Many factors play a role in cellulite formation such as genetics, gender, age but diet and lifestyle certainly play a big part too. You will be able to actually measure the inch loss over your body immediately after each treatment. The treatments are designed to be done in the privacy of your own home. They are done at consistent intervals, which are determined on an individual basis but no more than once every 3 days, according to your results and reactions may be less frequent. Once you have achieved your goals we suggest a maintenance program to keep up with your cellulite free body.
“Ciara” is a line designed for the typical skin discolorations associated with sun damage and hormonal skin changes. It is mild, contains only natural ingredients and no toxic hydroquinone. When used daily you will see a gradual fading in the appearance of the discolorations. You will need to wear a 45-50 SPF and/or protective clothing and prevent exposure to the sun in the areas treated, in order to maintain your results.
La Pelle M “Skin Cleansing Bars” are a gentle all natural way to remove unwanted debris and oils from the skin on the face and all over the body. They are all hand milled and made of the finest most natural, organic ingredients. People say that they look and smell good enough to eat. We even have a Cappuccino bar that will wake you up and make you feel as refreshed as your skin. They are sold individually and vary slightly in shape due to their hand made character.
Prescription Skin Care Products form Allergan
This skin care line is carried for the its superior formulations in maintenance of and home chemical peeling systems. The orders are placed on an individual basis. You will be asked to pay before the order is placed, the price will include shipping. The Institute of Ageless Medicine will have it’s staff call you when your products arrive.
The products that we offer through this company are physician strength formulations available only through a physicians prescription, and have the highest glycolic acid content available. You will not find these on television, cosmetic counter, drug store or through your esthetician.
Dr. Massullo will help you decide what products may be best suited for your individual needs.
The Cosmetic programs are not covered by standard insurances, these services are considered elective in nature and not medically necessary. If, there is a situation that we feel might have a potential for reimbursement, we will bill your insurance for you if you wish.
All payments are due, in full at the time of the procedure and in the case of packages purchased, the same applies. Any special medications that will be ordered for a particular procedure requested by you and for you alone, such as Mesothereapy, you will be responsible for the price of the medication which will include the shipping. Should you fail to have the procedure preformed or cancel it for any reason, this price will not be refunded to you due to the nature and specificity of the medication.
If you want a product that is available by prescription only you will be responsible for the cost of the product and shipping at the time of your visit. One of the staff at The Institute of Ageless Medicine will call you as soon as your shipment arrives so that you may pick it up. Since this order will be placed specifically for you there will be no refund after the order is placed.
We do not keep inventories of products on hand so that when our patients buy something, they are assured of the product being as fresh as possible. If we are out of something and you would like it, we will order it for you and we will call you as soon as it arrives. There is no prepayment for products or responsibility for these products unless otherwise told of such.
Weight loss
The Institute of Ageless Medicine offers several modalities to achieve this goal. Dr. Massullo will go over your goals and long term needs at the time of your consultation. The initial consultation will last about one hour and will include a thorough past medical history. A physical examination will follow which may include laboratory testing, if indicated. Dr. Massullo asks that if you have had recent laboratory testing, x-rays or studies done to bring the results with you at the time of your visit. Subsequent visits will be required and scheduled according to your individual needs and goals.
Child Weight Loss
Obese children are in record numbers in our society of fast foods, pre-packaged, ready to eat meals and unhealthy physical inactivity.
Children do not drive, nor as a rule have the dispensable income to buy the improper foods that they consume that often are responsible for making them obese. Dr. Massullo wants a parent or guardian to be present with the child at the time of the initial consultation and following visits so that they can become aware and a real part of the child‘s weight loss journey.
It will be an act of love for all the family and friends to help remedy your child’s problem with obesity. Yes, this means sacrifice for everyone, but, if you really have a child who suffers from this affliction, the general health consequences are very real and are in many cases, actually potentially life threatening.
The sad thing about this “disease” obesity, if you want to call it this, is the fact, that it is totally preventable and treatable with the proper work. Dr. Massullo will help to motivate and steer you and your child onto the road, and keep you on that road, to better health and eventual weight loss.
Dr. Massullo has several different approaches for diet modification depending upon the individual child and family circumstances.
There will be an initial fee which will include the initial visit and for the approximate 15 minute evaluations and weigh ins done on a weekly basis for the following 6 weeks thereafter. The program usually will take about 3 months for a lasting pattern and habit to get established, which with care will last a lifetime. Follow up visits at various intervals in the future may be suggested but this is done on an individual basis.
Adult Weight Loss
You will have a consultation with Dr. Massullo where she will take a thorough medical history, will go over your goals and follow this with a physical examination, which, may include laboratory work and other testing may be suggested. Depending upon the individual, you will be given a diet with a list of supplements to obtain and exercise suggestions to help you achieve your goals. The diets are totally natural, healthy and safe, requiring no measuring or weighing your foods as a rule. You will lose weight if you follow them and the results will vary but are usually very dramatic over a 6 week period. You will be seen on a weekly basis for usually about 15 minutes to weigh in and go over any problems that you may have. Dr. Massullo will keep you encouraged as you get to your ultimate goal and with proper determination and discipline you will stay there.
Modification of your habits is essential to your success in Dr. Massullo’s and any other program. The end result is to permanently change, in a healthy way, your life style so that you can live a long, healthy, happy life.
The price includes the initial visit and 6 weeks of visits for your weigh ins and evaluations.
General Medical Care
Dr. Massullo takes new patients by referral and appointment only.
Her patients enjoy the benefit of her vast training and knowledge in many subjects. They enjoy the feeling of being at the focus of attention during their visits and are sure that they will be taken care of in a very timely manner by the doctor herself. Her personal patients are never rushed nor do they feel like they are not listened to during their visits. The doctor even makes House Calls for her personal patients, which she has done since she started to practice medicine “just like my father did” if, the situation warrants it.
If you are thinking of becoming a patient of Dr. Massullo’s and have any questions, please call the office and one of the staff will be happy to help.
The phone number is: (330) 856-5010
If lines are busy or you are unable to get through, please leave us a message, and we will call you back as soon as possible.
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