Meet the Team at Messina Acupuncture PC in East Setauket, NY
Our team includes licensed acupuncturists, licensed massage therapists and patient support staff working together to make care clear, organized and individualized from your first call through your visits.
Licensed Practitioners Providing Acupuncture and Massage Care
Each practitioner brings a different background and area of focus. The individual bio pages provide additional information about education, professional background and approach to care.
Daniel Messina
Daniel is the founder of Messina Acupuncture PC and a New York State Licensed Acupuncturist and NCCAOM Board-Certified Diplomate. His clinical focus is orthopedic and musculoskeletal acupuncture.
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Jeremy Mierisch
Jeremy is a New York State Licensed Acupuncturist. His background includes acupuncture care in multidisciplinary settings and an individualized approach based on the patient's condition and goals.
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Tiffany Lacy
Tiffany is a New York State Licensed Massage Therapist. Her background includes more than 20 years in massage therapy and a bachelor's degree in biology.
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Tailer Boutin
Tailer is a New York State Licensed Massage Therapist whose work includes medical and therapeutic massage approaches tailored to the patient's symptoms, comfort and goals.
Read Tailer's BioThe People Helping Keep Every Visit Organized
Clinical care is only part of the patient experience. Scheduling, benefit questions, communication and day-to-day office support help make each visit easier to navigate.
Barbara DeStefano
Barbara supports day-to-day office operations, including scheduling, billing, patient communication and coordination between the front office and clinical team.
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Patricia “Patty” Livolsi
Patty assists patients with appointment scheduling, front-desk questions, check-in and general communication with the office.
Read Patty's BioYou Do Not Need to Know Which Team Member to Choose Before Calling
Start with the problem you want help with. The office can help determine an appropriate appointment type and practitioner.
Acupuncture Care
Daniel Messina and Jeremy Mierisch are the practice's licensed acupuncturists. They provide acupuncture care within their professional scope and according to the patient's presentation.
Medical Massage
Tiffany Lacy and Tailer Boutin are licensed massage therapists providing hands-on soft-tissue care when massage is an appropriate part of the plan.
Scheduling & Office Support
Barbara DeStefano and Patty Livolsi support appointments, communication and the practical questions that come with starting care.
Tell Us What Is Bothering You
You do not need to decide whether you need acupuncture, dry needling, electroacupuncture, massage, cupping or acupressure before contacting the office.
Describe the symptoms, what has already been tried and what you want to get back to doing. The appropriate starting point can be discussed from there.
From Your First Call to Follow-Up Care
A coordinated patient experience means that the clinical and office sides of the practice each have a clear role.
Start With Your Question
Contact the office about symptoms, scheduling, insurance benefits or the type of visit you may need.
Meet the Appropriate Practitioner
Your appointment is scheduled according to the service and clinical concern being addressed.
Begin With the Evaluation
The clinical visit begins with history, symptoms, goals and relevant findings before a treatment approach is selected.
Coordinate When More Than One Service Is Relevant
Some patients may receive different services during their course of care when those services are individually appropriate. A symptom alone does not automatically determine the modality.
Reassess and Communicate
Pain, movement, daily function and patient goals help determine whether the care plan should continue, change or involve another provider.
Explore the Services Our Team Provides
Treatment selection should follow the clinical presentation, safety, patient preference and goals.
Acupuncture
Needle-based care provided according to the patient's condition, evaluation and treatment goals.
Explore AcupunctureDry Needling
May be considered for selected muscle and myofascial findings when clinically relevant.
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Controlled electrical stimulation applied through selected acupuncture needles when appropriate.
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Hands-on soft-tissue care for selected musculoskeletal concerns.
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Manual pressure at selected points when a needle-free approach fits the patient and treatment plan.
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Local suction therapy that may be incorporated for selected soft-tissue complaints.
Explore CuppingA Team Based in East Setauket
Messina Acupuncture PC has served the North Shore since 2016. The office welcomes patients from East Setauket, Stony Brook, Port Jefferson, Three Village and nearby communities.
The team is based at 100 N Country Road in East Setauket.
Open in Google MapsEast Setauket Office
100 N Country Road
East Setauket, NY 11733
The Front Office Can Help With Benefit Questions
Acupuncture benefits vary by individual plan, diagnosis and available coverage. Contact the office with your insurance information and the team can help verify available benefits.
Questions About the Messina Acupuncture PC Team
Who founded Messina Acupuncture PC?
Messina Acupuncture PC was founded by Daniel Messina, MSOM, L.Ac. He is a New York State Licensed Acupuncturist and NCCAOM Board-Certified Diplomate.
Who provides acupuncture at the practice?
Acupuncture care is provided by Daniel Messina, MSOM, L.Ac., and Jeremy Mierisch, L.Ac., M.S., who are both listed by the practice as New York State Licensed Acupuncturists.
Who provides medical massage?
Medical massage is provided by Tiffany Lacy, LMT, and Tailer Boutin, LMT, the practice's licensed massage therapists.
Who can help me with scheduling or insurance questions?
Barbara DeStefano, the Office Manager, and Patricia “Patty” Livolsi, the Receptionist, support patients with scheduling, office communication and practical questions. Insurance coverage remains plan-specific and should be verified.
Do I need to choose a practitioner before contacting the office?
No. Tell the office what symptoms or concerns are bringing you in. The team can help determine an appropriate appointment type and starting point.
How long is a first acupuncture appointment?
A first visit is 75 minutes. Follow-up visits are generally 45 to 60 minutes.
Do I need a physician referral to see an acupuncturist?
A physician referral is not required in New York to receive care from a licensed acupuncturist. Insurance benefit requirements can vary by plan.
Where is the practice located?
Messina Acupuncture PC is located at 100 N Country Road, East Setauket, NY 11733 .
Start by Telling Us What Is Bothering You
You do not need to choose a practitioner or treatment technique before contacting the office. Tell us what is hurting, what has already been tried and what you want to get back to doing. The team can help identify an appropriate starting point.