OUR TEAM

Meet Our Team

Personalized Service | Advanced Techniques | Comfortable Environment

Personalized Service
Advanced Techniques
Comfortable Environment

Meet the team at Pagoda Acupuncture & Wellness Center! Contact us today to schedule your appointment. There's plenty of FREE parking and enjoy FREE candies, water, and Wi-Fi while you relax in our comfortable facilities.

Acupuncturist, Chinese Herbalist,
Founder, and Clinic Director

Heather Romano L.Ac., Dipl.O.M, MSAOM

Heather Romano is a nationally certified and New York State licensed Acupuncturist & Chinese Herbalist. She holds a Master’s Degree of Science in Oriental Medicine and has been practicing both Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine since 2003. In 2004 Heather founded Pagoda Acupuncture & Herbal Healing Center. In 2014 she expanded to become Pagoda Acupuncture & Wellness. In 2022 she expanded again and is now offering services in a second location in West Islip. In addition to offering Acupuncture and Herbal therapy, the following services are now available as well:

Massage
Skincare
Waxing
Reiki
Audiology
IV Infusions
Weight Loss Medications and Counseling
Kinesiology
Nutrition
Hypnotherapy
Medical Art & Cosmetic Tattooing -nipple and areola tattooing-post breast reconstructive surgery - scar coverage - scalp micropigmentation - microblading -permanent makeup

As a practitioner, she is known for her intuitive and warm approach to Chinese medicine. She offers a relaxed and educational experience in consulting and treating her patients. In partnership with her patients, she develops a plan to treat the whole person and root of the problem, not just the symptoms. Heather believes in aiding patients to transform their lives by implementing dietary changes, herbal supplements when necessary, and stress management techniques. In conjunction with Acupuncture, all of these modalities can have a life-altering effect on one’s body and mind.

Licensed Acupuncturist

Katie McGinley, M.S., L.Ac.

Katie is a licensed acupuncturist with a background in both Eastern and Western medicine. As a child, her involvement in sports propelled her interest in body mechanics and sports medicine. Katie earned her bachelor’s degree in exercise science from SUNY Buffalo and went on to receive her master’s in acupuncture at TriState College of Acupuncture in 2012.

After graduating, she began teaching at TriState and is currently teaching at NY College of Health Professions. Katie currently practices acupuncture on Long Island, specializing in pain and stress management. When not at the office, Katie can be found hiking, biking, at the beach, or in the garden.

Licensed Acupuncturist

Laura Metzdorff-Rivera MSOM, LAc

Laura is a licensed acupuncturist and certified meditation teacher. She graduated from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine and is a Nationally Certified Diplomat of Oriental Medicine. She holds acupuncture licenses in both New York and California. With 20 years of experience in Chinese medicine And acupuncture she treats an array of physical, mental and emotional conditions. She has a strong focus on pain management and mental/emotional wellness. Laura believes knowledge is our greatest tool and dedicates her time in and out of the office to educating people about the benefits of alternative therapies and mindfulness practices. She teaches guided meditation and mindfulness to children and adults of all ages in both private and group settings.

OFFICE MANAGEMENT/BILLING PROFESSIONAL

Melissa Koch

Melissa is an experienced medical biller for over 20 years and is very excited to be part of the Pagoda family.

It is our commitment to you to make your experience here at Pagoda Acupuncture & Wellness a warm and seamless one. From your first phone call or email you can be assured that we will warmly accommodate all of your needs including insurance verification, commonly asked questions, and scheduling your appointments. Walk-in appointments may be available. Please download the attached patient form and bring it with you on your visit.