Heka Health & Wellness
About Heka Health and Wellness – Your Local NYSHIP Wellness Provider in Melville, NY
Welcome to Heka Health and Wellness, where healing meets luxury. Conveniently located on Broadhollow Rd in Melville, NY, our affiliate professionals provide expert medical massage, acupuncture, and holistic pain relief treatments designed to restore balance and well-being.
We proudly work with NYSHIP insurance, making it easier for New York State employees and their families to access high-quality therapeutic wellness services. Whether you’re seeking relief from chronic pain, muscle tension, or simply looking to unwind, our treatments are medically supervised and customized to your needs.
New to medical massage and integrative wellness? Or a long-time advocate of self-care? No matter your journey, our services are designed to enhance relaxation, pain management, and total-body rejuvenation. Experience the Heka difference—where science, healing, and tranquility come together.
MEET THE SPECIALISTS
At Heka Health and Wellness, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to helping you achieve relief, relaxation, and rejuvenation. We take the time to understand your unique needs and provide personalized massage, acupuncture, and holistic wellness treatments designed to restore balance and enhance your well-being.
Our specialists work together to ensure you receive the highest level of care, blending medical expertise with a soothing touch. Whether you’re seeking pain management, stress relief, or overall wellness, Heka Health and Wellness in Melville, NY is here to support your journey to better health.
Accepting NYSHIP Insurance – Making quality care accessible for you.
Stephen Bernstein, MD
Chief Medical Director
Dr. Stephen Bernstein is a Board Certified Rheumatologist and Internal Medicine doctor in New York, New York. He has been practicing for more than 30 years and actively follows the latest market research and clinical trials so that he can provide his patients with the newest and safest options when it comes to tailoring medical care to their individual needs.
Dr. Bernstein has been the recent recipient of awards such as the Patient Choice Award (2018, 2020), On-Time Doctor Award (2020), and Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2020). He is affiliated with NYU Langone, Lenox Hill Hospital, the VA and is fluent in both English and Italian.
Jim Vitale
Director of Acupuncture
Dr. James Vitale, D.Ac., has dedicated his life to health, fitness, and the healing arts. His journey began with years of study and immersion in Japan and China, where he deepened his understanding of traditional Eastern medicine.
Upon returning to his Long Island roots, Dr. Vitale has spent over 20 years serving the community, offering a comprehensive approach to health and wellness. His expertise spans Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, NAET, Nutrition, and Qigong. To stay at the forefront of his practice, Dr. Vitale continues to travel to Japan, furthering his studies in acupuncture, healing techniques, and martial arts.
Dr. Vitale’s specialization in fertility was inspired by his own personal challenges with conception. Having experienced the heartbreak of infertility and the profound joy of a successful pregnancy and childbirth, he empathizes deeply with the struggles couples face. It has become his mission to help others overcome these obstacles and realize their dream of parenthood.
Notable Accomplishments:
- Harvard Medical School Health and Wellness: Designing a
Sustainable Nutrition Plan Program: 2024 - Doctorate in Acupuncture (D.Ac): Pacific College of Oriental
Medicine, 2019 - Certified Professional Laser Therapist: 2021
- Advanced Japanese Acupuncture Certificate: Tristate College
of Acupuncture, 2017 - Instructor: New York College of Health Professions (Since 2007)
- Instructor: Tristate College of Acupuncture (2009-2018)
- ASNY Board Member: 2014-2016
- Founding Member: Edo Kai Traditional Acupuncture Society
(2001-2016) - NAET Certification: Since 2010
- On-Call Acupuncturist: Long Island IVF
- Nominated Best Acupuncturist: 2012, 2018, 2019
- 2018 Achievements in Healthcare Award: Long Island Business
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At Heka Health and Wellness, our mission is simple: to support your journey to feeling and looking your best. We believe that wellness isn’t one-size-fits-all — it’s a balance of physical, emotional, and aesthetic care, tailored to you.
“I’ve never felt better! HEKA Health & Wellness provided the guidance and support I needed to transform my health. I feel more energized, balanced, and motivated to keep improving!”
