About Dr. Gordon
A Specialist for Complex Pelvic, Spine and Nerve Pain
Dr. Anthony J. Gordon is a Doctor of Acupuncture with advanced post-graduate training in Functional Dry Needling, Neuro-Functional Acupuncture, and Pelvic Floor Therapy. His practice is built around the complex cases that standard care has failed to resolve.
Dr. Anthony J. Gordon
Doctor of Acupuncture | North New Hyde Park, NY
The Origin Story
He Has Been the Patient.
"In 2001, a major motor vehicle accident left me with severe injuries. Dry needling and acupuncture gave me a complete recovery and a career."
- Dr. Anthony J. Gordon
In 2001, Dr. Gordon was badly hurt in a major car accident. During his recovery, he was treated with dry needling and acupuncture. Through these therapies, he experienced a complete recovery.
That experience also changed his career. He trained in the same treatments that helped him recover so he could offer them to others.
Dr. Gordon works closely with his patients' other doctors and plans care around each person's case. He combines Eastern medicine with modern medical science.
Education & Training
Six Years of Clinical Training, Plus Post-Graduate Study
Dr. Gordon completed a rigorous 6-year program in Dry Needling, Acupuncture, and Massage Therapy at New York College of Health Professions. He did post-graduate training at Tri-State College of Acupuncture and Pacific College of Health and Science.
Institutions
New York College of Health Professions
6-year program in Dry Needling, Acupuncture, and Massage Therapy
Tri-State College of Acupuncture
Post-graduate advanced clinical training for sports, orthopedics and rehabilitation
Pacific College of Health and Science
Post-graduate specialty studies
ASE Advanced Pelvic Floor Dry Needle Acupuncture
Specialized intrapelvic and extrapelvic dry needling certification
Advanced training spans:
Credentials & Licensure
Advanced Certifications Beyond Standard Licensure
Doctor of Acupuncture
Doctoral-level training in acupuncture and natural medical care with full New York State licensure.
Board Certified
Board certified in acupuncture.
Functional Dry Needling Certified
Advanced post-graduate certification in Functional Dry Needling including intramuscular stimulation and motor point needling.
Neuro-Functional Acupuncture
Post-graduate specialty training in neuroanatomically-guided acupuncture for pain modulation and neurological rehabilitation.
ASE Pelvic Floor Dry Needling
Specialized certification in intrapelvic and extrapelvic dry needling for pelvic floor dysfunction and pelvic pain syndromes.
Continuing Education
Ongoing advanced training in pain neuroscience, orthopedic assessment, oncology acupuncture, and evidence-based needling techniques.
Clinical Philosophy
The Hardware vs. Software Approach.
Your pain is rarely coming from a single muscle. It is usually a combination of structural tension (the Hardware) and nervous system sensitization (the Software) that has been active for months or years. Dr. Gordon maps both, then corrects both.
He does not believe in indefinite treatment without measurable progress. Every patient receives a clear treatment plan with defined milestones and regular reassessment. If a patient is not improving, the plan changes.
Hardware
Structural tension & trigger points
Software
Nervous system sensitization
The Fix
Dr. Gordon addresses both
"I use the needle as a medical instrument to communicate directly with your nervous system. My goal is to find what is driving your pain and treat it."
Patient Outcomes
What Patients Say
My husband saw Dr. Gordon for treatment for an issue with his neck that he was unable to get relief from after seeing many different doctors. I saw multiple doctors and physical therapists for a shoulder issue and did not have any relief until I saw Dr. Gordon. He's incredibly knowledgeable and talented at what he does. 10/10 would recommend.
Dr. Gordon stands out in both quality, efficacy, and variety of treatment options. He has atypical equipment and a rare skill set that is both Eastern medicine and Western science driven. To begin with, he sat with me for nearly an hour and discussed the details of my lifestyle to best plan my treatments. I've experienced immense relief with Dr. Gordon where many others have failed.
Dr. Gordon and his staff are top notch. Professional, polite and thorough. Dr. Gordon will find a solution for your pain through his highly skilled techniques of Acupuncture. Would definitely recommend this practice.
New York State - Provider Qualification
In New York State, only licensed acupuncturists (LAc), MDs, DOs, NPs, and PAs are legally permitted to perform dry needling. Chiropractors and physical therapists are explicitly prohibited by the State Board, regardless of their training. When you choose a provider for dry needling, especially pelvic floor dry needling, credentials are a legal and clinical requirement.
Further Reading
What to Look For in an Acupuncturist: Training, Credentials and Questions to Ask
From the blog: How to check an acupuncturist's license, board certification and training, plus the questions worth asking before your first visit.
Who Can Do Dry Needling in New York?
From the blog: What the state education department says about who may perform dry needling in New York, why rules differ by state, and what training to ask about.
Accepting New Patients & Referrals
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