Just steps from the buzz of Broadway, nestled at street level at 118 West 72nd Street, there’s a quiet space that Upper West Siders keep stumbling upon with delight.
“Why didn’t I know this was here?” is the most common refrain inside W72 Wellness—a serene suite that feels more like a retreat than a clinic. With sunlight streaming in through a central skylight, the gentle sounds of a burbling fountain, and a waiting area that invites you to exhale, this beautiful, calming space is home to some of the most experienced (and fascinating) wellness professionals in the city.
Twice a year, we profile the brilliant practitioners who work out of W72 Wellness—and the latest additions are absolutely worth knowing about.
Dr. Jordan Barber: Fast, Targeted Relief—Especially for Pelvic Floor Pain
Dr. Jordan Barber
If you’ve been dealing with stubborn pelvic discomfort, chronic back pain, or tension headaches that don’t respond to the usual approaches, Dr. Jordan Barber may be the expert you’ve been searching for. With over 20 years of experience and a doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Dr. Barber specializes in musculoskeletal and pelvic floor disorders—conditions that are often misdiagnosed or undertreated.
His approach is grounded, integrative, and refreshingly results-oriented: most patients see real improvement within weeks. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, suffering from discomfort after long days at a desk, or navigating complex pelvic health issues, Dr. Barber brings deep clinical expertise and a commitment to helping you get back to life.
Dr. Patchi Malfitano: Fertility, Hormones & Deeply Informed Women’s Health
Dr. Patchi Malfitano
Dr. Patricia “Patchi” Malfitano is one of the most qualified fertility and hormonal health practitioners practicing Chinese medicine today. A licensed acupuncturist and nationally certified herbalist in both New York and California, she holds a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, and—crucially—is a Fellow of the Acupuncture and TCM Board of Reproductive Medicine (FABORM), a distinction that signals advanced training in both Western and Eastern reproductive medicine.
Whether you’re planning for pregnancy, navigating IVF, managing hormonal transitions, or dealing with complex menstrual issues, Dr. Patchi offers nuanced, deeply respectful care. She brings a global lens to her practice (including work in Portugal and NYC clinics) and will also be contributing a deeper dive on fertility and hormonal cycles in a dedicated piece this fall.
Life Moves Body Works: When Massage is More Than Just Massage
Crystal (C.C) Seaman & Nick Fernandez
What if your next massage didn’t just feel good—but actually helped you move better, breathe deeper, and feel changed?
That’s the experience many clients describe after sessions with Life Moves Body Works, the partnership of CC Seaman and Nick Fernandez. Both bring years of experience and a whole-body understanding to their therapeutic work.
CC draws from a rich background in personal training and yoga, combining anatomical expertise with a nurturing, intuitive touch. Nick, a massage therapist with over eight years in practice, is known for blending multiple modalities in each session—offering customized, effective relief whether you’re working through pain, recovering from a tough workout, or simply need a nervous system reset.
Their work is subtle, powerful, and grounded in real results.
Also at W72 Wellness…
Jane Bae, a former fashion industry insider turned cosmetic acupuncture expert, helps skin glow from the inside out. Her practice goes beyond aesthetics, addressing underlying imbalances that show up on the face. The result? Healthy radiance—no injectables required.
Jane Bae
Peter Caron, founder of Gotham Acupuncture, specializes in herbal medicine and long-term conditions including post-COVID recovery, chronic illness, and emotional health. His work is deeply rooted, internationally informed, and highly sought after on the Upper West Side.
Dr. Peter Caron
AB Acupuncture, the anchor practice of the space, is led by Annalisa Brown and Carly Lepore. Annalisa focuses on helping women move through perimenopause and menopause with grace and power—drawing from years of clinical work and personal study. Carly, a former dancer and fitness instructor, works with active New Yorkers looking to reduce pain, regulate stress, and restore their energy. Together, they support the full arc of the body’s seasons.
Annalisa Brown and Carly Lepore
A Sanctuary in the City
W72 Wellness isn’t just a clinic—it’s a calming, beautiful wellness space designed to support healing. Whether you’re here for bodywork, acupuncture, herbal medicine, or reproductive care, you’ll feel it the moment you walk in. That pause. That ahhh. That sense that your care is about to begin.
To book with any of the practitioners mentioned here, simply visit www.w72wellness.com and click on the provider you’re interested in. It’s time to take up space on your own healing calendar.
Upper West Side wellness lives here—and it’s never felt so peaceful.
