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I am a professional Operatic Tenor and I have had a constant problem with nasal drainage and mucous in my singing. My voice teacher recommended that I go see Dr. Mindel a holistic healthcare specialist, and what a turn around there has been in my voice! My tones have become clearer, my upper register has become easier to reach and the overall stiffness in my body has become less and less. I am so appreciative for the benefits I have received over all in my experience with Dr. Mindel. As a tenor we walk a thin line in our singing and things must work together properly in order to have a singing success and I feel I am able to have more successes since working closely with Dr. Mindel. If anyone is considering a natural approach in improving their voice, I highly recommend Dr. Mindel.

–Herbert J

I had been suffering with gastric reflux off and on for the past twenty years before being treated by Dr Mindel. Doctors in the past would give me antacid medicines and whenever I had lost my voice completely before a performance, I was even given steroids. In some instances, I would have to cancel performances because of the damage the reflux had done to my voice. At one point, I went to a sports therapist that tried to help me by going at it from an emotional point of view. All of the above treatments were only short-term band-aids. There was a time when I was even let out of several singing contracts due to the state of my vocal chords from reflux. It got so bad that I was afraid to even audition for jobs thinking that if I were hired I would not be able to perform due to acid reflux attacks. Just having the fear that an attack could come on at any time was crippling my career. It was a downward spiral.

Then this past summer I heard Dr Mindel speak at a New York Singing Teachers Association symposium. He impressed me so much that I immediately sent him one of my students whom was suffering from reflux as well. I made an appointment shortly thereafter for myself. From my very first visit I knew I was in the right hands. Dr Mindel used muscle testing to see exactly what the root of my problems were. He then gave me specific herbs, which he subscribed from again using the muscle testing technique. After just two months I was reflux free and my singing voice was better than it had been in years. Besides my having reflux when I came to see Dr Mindel, I was also suffering with hip pain, which had been previously diagnosed as being arthritis. Dr Mindel has been treating me for my hip as well and I am now for the first time in two years literally running up steps. I still have some days that are not as great as others but I know that once I see Dr Mindel he is able to pinpoint the problem and goes at fixing it in a very specific fashion that works because he listens to what my body is telling him not what some “standard stock answer fits all” medical text book diagnosis. He and I both believe that the body knows what it needs and he is able to speak to it and find the answers. The best thing about this type of practice is there are no hit or misses. The results speak for themselves.

I now perform and teach full time with out the fear of reoccurring reflux attacks or hip pain thanks to Dr. Mindel and his wonderful work.

–Marjorie K, Soprano

I first learned about Dr. Frederick Mindel when I read an article about him in the The Classical Singer magazine, written by one of his patients. For a long time, I had been looking for a holistic practitioner in New York City who could advise me on supplements and nutrition, as well as treat me for some discomfort in my shoulders following a fall. Also, I had a total hip replacement two years ago, and I wanted to do all I could to prevent the possibility of needing another operation with my other hip.

Dr. Mindel has proved to be the answer to my search. Using Applied Kinesiology, he has corrected the aches and pains I had in my upper body. He also put me on supplements to correct certain nutritional deficiencies in my system. Currently, I am incorporating the Isagenix Cleansing and Fat Burning System into my diet to help me lose weight.

The net result of all this is that I have never felt better! My body feels stronger and more flexible, and I have a great deal of energy. Equally important is that Dr. Mindel inspires confidence and trust, which is so essential in this kind of relationship. I strongly recommend him to anyone looking for excellent holistic health care.

–Hazel G., M.S., G.R.S.M.

For the past 3 years, I have had worsening sinus problems. I’m a singer, and it’s tough to work around nasal passages that are swollen closed. I went to Dr. Mindel who diagnosed mold, stress and other factors as the root of the problem. He gave me supplements to take, prescribed a product to use in the bath, and put me on a special diet. Within 1 week I saw great improvement. Within 2 weeks, the condition was almost gone. It has been 3 weeks and not only are my sinuses completely normal, they do not swell up when I sneeze or some irritant bothers them. This is major progress, and if I hadn’t experienced it, I would not have believed it. To have such effective treatment in such a short period of time with no harsh drugs or side effects to deal with has been a marvelous experience. I unreservedly recommend Dr. Mindel to anyone who has been unable to relieve any chronic condition. He is a rare find.

–Deborah B.

A few months ago, I was suffering from sinus problems, reflux and sudden hoarseness. I visited several experienced ENT doctors who performed a battery of tests. The results of these tests and the subsequent treatment provided did not resolve my condition. Finally, frustrated with the lack of results with these conventional approaches, I decided to try alternative medicine. My vocal coach, who suffered from similar symptoms, highly recommended Dr. Frederick Mindel. At first, I was skeptical of Dr. Mindel’s unconventional methods, but I decided to follow the treatment he suggested. Now, four months later, practically all of my health issues have been resolved. This has allowed me to achieve a new level of performance. Only time will define my condition, but judging by the outstanding results I have obtained with Dr. Mindel, I do not hesitate in recommending him to colleagues and coworkers.

–David R. – Professional Singer/Lyric Tenor

For 15 years I have been suffering from recurring sinusitis. Symptoms included: infections, excessive mucous production, fatigue, weight gain, irritated nasal passages, poor drainage and mucous which clogged ears and created severe sinus pressure. My occupation is opera singer. The problem was that I was never sure if mucous would be excessive on days of performance. I would lose my voice without explanation. Remedies tried: Allergy shots for 12 years, constant antibiotics and steroids. Acupuncture meditation, hypnosis, and all herbal and O.T.C remedies available. Over the past year I was given 14 antibiotics some lasting over 3 weeks long and 7 doses of prednisone steroid to relieve the swelling. I was basically on drugs every month and steroids every two months. When I go back 2 years in my pharmacy records, I have taken 23 doses over the past 2 years of antibiotics and 11 doses of prednisone. In addition I was on a double dose of Nexium with Zyrtec and Guafensin for heartburn, allergies and congestion.

The week before I saw Dr. Mindel I was told that surgery was my only solution by 3 doctors. The hope was to poke enough holes in my infected sinuses so to allow better drainage and reduce the number of infections. I was scheduled for May 19 2004. On May 10th, I met with Dr. Mindel. I couldn’t sing, had low energy and was a week from surgery. He performed MRT test and came up with a basic liver detox, DSF stress formula, Vitamin B with flaxseed oil treatment to balance my system. His goal was to strengthen me in order to begin dealing with the other issues that plagued me. After only a few days I felt well enough to trust I was on the right path. I postponed the surgery for one month till June 16th. The second week he treated me for candida yeast infection. It was with this treatment for candida that I truly found success. This cleansing took a few weeks and has been the key to clearing up my situation.

Dr Mindel has since treated me for lactose desensitization and each time I visit him I feel he’s able to pinpoint any problems I may still be dealing with. All in all it took only 3-4 weeks to be clear of the excess mucous and I no longer take any prescribed nor OTC drugs and any other herbal remedies as well.

Thank you Dr. Mindel,

–Christian S., Full Lyric Tenor

It has been my joy and privilege to work under the expert hands of Dr. Mindel. After complaining of chronic sinus and allergy problems forever, trying allergy shots for over a year that didn’t work and disgusted with antibiotics on a recurring basis, my voice teacher recommended Dr. Mindel, saying he had great results with singers. Not only have my allergy and sinus issues diminished, but also as a side bonus, my energy level increased and I’ve lost 35 pounds!

–M. Sher, Dramatic Soprano

I have been seeing Dr. Mindel regularly for a year. He was recommended to me by my voice teacher as a chiropractor who had helped many of his other voice students with their allergies. At the time of my first visit, I had been taking allergy medicine for a decade. As a classically trained singer, I was dependent on the allergy medication to maintain healthy vocal folds. Although I needed the medication, I was concerned about the long-term use of prescription medication and wanted to make a change for my body as well as my pocketbook. I had tried several alternative health measures, but nothing was effective enough to allow me to totally give up the use of my medication. Dr. Mindel found the proper combination of herbs that has allowed me to stop taking my prescription allergy medicine altogether. I’m able to do this because his modalities treat the whole person. I continue to see Dr. Mindel to maintain my vocal health and well being. In addition, I rarely get sick these days, but when I do, if I am able to see Dr. Mindel, I am usually able to either avoid the illness completely or at the very least, shorten the time I’m sick to just a few days. Dr. Mindel is a wonderful doctor who has helped me immensely and I recommend him highly.

–Elizabeth K., Professional Singer, Soprano

When I came to Dr. Mindel eleven years ago I suffered from chronic migraine headaches, sinusitis, fatigue, and weight loss. Dr. Mindel has treated these ailments and my body has become the powerful, sensitive instrument that I rely on in family life and in my singing career. I feel Dr. Mindel is unique because of the many holistic techniques he uses to solve people’s problems.

–Julia S., Mezzo Soprano

I am an opera singer who has been blessed with a full career, a healthy voice and wonderful teachers that have helped me build a solid singing technique. Except for a few “normal” exceptions, I have always been able to count on the fact that my voice would sing. However, there came a time in my career when I thought I would never sing again.

In 1998 during rehearsals for a concert, I developed acute laryngitis, which was diagnosed as being allergy and food poisoning related. In the following weeks, I began to experience gastrointestinal problems. As a result, I had to cancel a very important engagement. I had numerous consultations with my primary care physician, 4 ENT’s, 2 voice therapists and one gastrointestinal specialist, all of who administered every test, scope, medication and regimen known to the medical professional. I was diagnosed with everything from vocal edema due to allergies and acid reflux to vocal abuse. After prescribed vocal rest and a lot of medication there were days when I STILL could not phonate.

When I was able to sing, it was labored, low and husky in resonance with what I considered limited clarity and I had no longevity on singing. I would frequently experience thick mucous, hoarseness and burning in my throat at the very least. My voice began to cut in and out at will and I would experience laryngitis without warning. I began to lose my joy for singing and even worse was afraid to sing because I could no longer trust my instrument. Singing is my passion and my livelihood and I thought I was losing it forever.

One day during a voice lesson my teacher suggested that I make an appointment with Dr. Mindel because he had known about Dr. Mindel’s success with singers. After some testing, Dr. Mindel diagnosed me with parasites. He explained that it was a very common condition when exposed to certain food and water in foreign countries as well as the USA. The parasites had settled into my digestive tract therefore mimicking acid reflux as well as traumatizing my throat. For the first time, after 4 long years and much frustration, I began to feel better and sing better and stay better.

I have great respect for the medical profession and I have wonderful doctors, but they simply did not know how to find the “CAUSE” of my disorder much less how to treat it. Dr. Mindel and his staff have been compassionate, supportive and totally available to me through all the ups and downs and they continue to be so. I’m very, very grateful and very encouraged.

–Roberta L., Soprano

I am a professional singing teacher with over 30 years of experience, working with singers internationally. For years, I never experienced vocal fatigue or any technical problems even though I taught 7 to 8 hours per day, 6 days per week. Approximately 6 years ago, I began to suffer hoarseness that became chronic. My teaching days had to be cut literally in half because of this condition. After going to several laryngologists, I was diagnosed with allergies and given allergy medications, yet the hoarseness persisted. When my throat was scoped and my vocal cords viewed by a doctor, they looked perfectly normal. Yet I knew that they could not be in a normal condition because of the chronic hoarseness accompanied by feeling of reflux. (Acid reflux did not appear to be present when I was scoped.) No matter how I adjusted my diet and no matter how many allergy medications I took, my throat felt constantly scratchy and thick with a feeling of thick mucus under the cords. My finances were being directly affected by this condition in a catastrophic way.

At the time I had a student who encouraged me to go to a holistic doctor named Frederick Mindel. I did not go for several weeks because I was suspicious that this work would not help me and could not solve my vocal condition. I had been to Western Doctors and there was no physical evidence that I had chronic hoarseness or acid reflux, even though I was losing my voice after only 2 to 3 hours of teaching. Finally, I went to Dr. Mindel and the result was nothing short of miraculous. I suffered from both candida and parasites in my throat and stomach. Within 2 days of treatment by Dr. Mindel, I began to feel my vocal health return. I was able to teach more hours, which began to affect my income in a positive way. Within 4 weeks, I returned to my regular teaching schedule and my vocal cords felt stronger than they had in years.

Since that time, I have sent many singers to Dr. Mindel and the result has been equally amazing. Most singers know what it feels like to sing over illness and conditions such as hoarseness, thick mucus, or vocal strain. Two of my students, suffering from similar symptoms to mine, that were professional singers, had given up their careers because of chronic hoarseness. One singer had suffered chronic hoarseness for over 4 years, the other for over 1 year. After treatment, both singers have continued their careers with much vocal success, an amazing testament to appropriate treatment.

The singing community desperately needs to know about the special work of Dr. Frederick Mindel. So many singers are looking for answers to chronic throat problems that have shortened their singing lives. I strongly recommend that any vocal professional or amateur contact Dr. Mindel to address these problems and get back on the road to vocal health.

–David L. Jones/ International Voice Teacher/New York City jones@voiceteacher.com or www.voiceteacher.com

From a Prospective Medical Student

As a soon-to-be medical school student, I had great interest in the health treatment being undertaken at Holistic NYC. Due to this interest, I applied for and was hired as an office staff assistant.

During my year there, I was privileged to experience a system of healing that is so needed in our medical community. So often patients complain about medication side effects, symptom persistence, depersonalized doctor-patient contact, and the general obtrusiveness of Western based modalities. Dr. Mindel employs his rich skill of knowledge and commitment to the patient in a practice that offers the community what’s really been missing: true healing.

Raised as a child of an Internal Medicine Doctor, I’ve been influenced by the Western approach to healthcare: attack symptoms, medicate, categorize, and the like. As I grew up, I learned a little about the world of Alternative and Complementary medicine, shifting my focus to this radically divergent philosophy of health – and I learned something fascinating: Holistic medicine has thousands of years of history under its belt, and Western Medicine is the new kid on the block. Now, I know a true revolution is occurring to bring us back to a system of healing that worked for so long- 70% of Americans are using some form of Alternative Medicine. There is a hunger for a different model of health, and Dr. Mindel is a pioneer leading the way for future generations of physicians and practitioners like myself.

The experience (at Holistic NYC) with Dr. Mindel was truly insightful, as I was shown the methods of the various treatments he uses with his patients. I’ve seen the reaction of those moving toward a balance of health, after years of miserable imbalance. The accolades never seemed to cease, with patients exuberant over their newfound health.

As we move solidly into the 21st century, a new crop of healthcare practitioners will set up shop and treat patients, enter the world of healthcare policy formation, lobby education boards, and write books for the public. My education at Dr. Mindel’s practice as an employee and patient has started me on a journey of unfolding the incomparable benefits of the Holistic model. A true revolution in healthcare is certainly occurring all around us. For those wishing to experience this for themselves, Dr. Mindel is only a phone call away.

–Jon Mendelsohn Medical School, 2005 Applicant