GARFIELD, N.J. – April 24, 2025 — From 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Thursday, Osteria Italiana (800 River Rd.) was alive with conversation and collaboration as more than 40 professionals gathered for Dr. Dariusz Nasiek’s spring networking event. Attendees representing healthcare, law, technology, finance, and small business exchanged ideas over a chef-curated Italian dinner, forging new relationships and exploring future partnerships in a warm, dynamic setting.
Spotlight on Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Dr. Nasiek—founder of Allied Neurology & Interventional Pain Practice—and neurologist Dr. Chaudhary opened the program with an eye-opening presentation on the hidden toll of Traumatic Brain Injury:
- 1.4 million Americans experience a TBI each year.
- Moderate to severe TBIs can shorten life expectancy by up to nine years.
- Long-term risks include dementia, diabetes, hypertension, heart attack, stroke, depression, and PTSD.
“Too many patients are told they’re ‘fine’ after a bump on the head, only to struggle for years with symptoms nobody connects to that injury,” Dr. Nasiek explained. He introduced a quick self-screening questionnaire from his new book, Brain Impact: Navigating Traumatic Brain Injury After Accidents. He distributed takeaway cards featuring key questions—“Have you ever hit your head?” “Were you ever hospitalized after a head injury?”—that helps patients and providers identify post-concussion syndrome early.
Call to Action: Anyone with even the slightest suspicion of a traumatic brain injury (TBI) is urged to schedule an evaluation at Allied Neurology & Interventional Pain Practice by calling 201-894-1313. The practice is a regional center of excellence for objective TBI testing and comprehensive treatment.
Sponsor Presentations
AV Chemist Pharmacy
Danny Nekta highlighted AV Chemist’s role as a full-service workers’ compensation pharmacy committed to delivering doctor-prescribed medications swiftly and accurately. By blending modern logistics with compassionate service, AV Chemist ensures injured workers receive the therapies they need to heal. Learn more at AVchemist.com.
Piazza Consulting Group (PCG)
James DiPiazza, CEO, and Balaganesh Chakrahari, VP, unveiled PCG’s suite of artificial intelligence-powered solutions, spanning software engineering, mortgage services, cybersecurity, and more. “Our mission is to guide organizations through digital evolution, equipping them with the world’s most advanced technologies,” DiPiazza noted. For a complimentary consultation, email [email protected] or call 877-317-1680.
Dr. Nasiek thanked both sponsors for their generous support, which enabled an inclusive evening open to seasoned professionals and first-time guests alike.
Fostering Ongoing Collaboration
The event underscored Dr. Nasiek’s commitment to building a multidisciplinary community where cutting-edge medical knowledge intersects with innovative business solutions. “Great ideas rarely emerge in isolation,” he said in closing remarks. “When physicians, technologists, entrepreneurs, and legal experts sit at the same table, we accelerate progress for our patients and industries.”
All participants left with new contacts, actionable insights, and an invitation to future gatherings hosted by Allied Neurology & Interventional Pain Practice.
