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Board-certified OB/GYN Michael Straker, MD, currently practices general obstetrics and gynecology at Bestcare OB/GYN, in Nutley, New Jersey, with an emphasis on minimally invasive gynecologic surgery.

Dr. Straker grew up in West Hempstead on Long Island, New York, and graduated Salutatorian of the class of 1991 at Long Island Lutheran High School. He is a 1995 graduate of Johns Hopkins University where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology. He earned his medical degree in 1999 at Mount Sinai School of Medicine of the City University of New York, where he served as a Teaching Assistant in Anatomy and served as the Region IX Director of the Student National Medical Association. In 2003, he completed his residency training in Obstetrics & Gynecology at St. Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, New Jersey, where he was the first African American to graduate the program. 

He maintains admitting privileges at Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville and St. Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston. Additionally, Dr. Straker has been serving as the Chairman of the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at Clara Maass since 2009 and previously served as the Co-Chair of the minimally invasive surgical steering committee.

Dr. Straker is licensed to practice medicine in the state of New Jersey and is certified in numerous areas including minimally invasive da Vinci Robotic Surgery. He is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He is a member of the American Medical Association, the National Medical Association and is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (FACOG). He is a Clinical Assistant Professor of the Department of OB/GYN at the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine. In this capacity, he teaches Obstetrics and Gynecology to medical students rotating through Clara Maass Medical Center. He previously sat on the Board of Directors of the Neighborhood Health Services Corporation (formerly the Plainfield Health Center) in Plainfield, New Jersey. 

Dr. Straker believes in staying active within the community. He is a member of the Montclair Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. He is an active member of Elmwood United Presbyterian Church where he serves on the Deacon Board and participates in the Pastoral Care ministry, the Men of Faith ministry, and the Marriage Enrichment Ministry. He also serves on the West Orange Zoning Board of Adjustments. 

Dr. Straker loves to cook and keeps his smoker active year round. He lives in West Orange with his wife Jamelle, and his two sons Eric and Jay.

The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, is a medical practice with multiple locations: West Orange, East Orange, South Orange, Maplewood, Newark, Belleville, and Bloomfield, New Jersey. Led by a skilled team of physicians, nurses, and other medical professionals, the practice serves people aged 20 and older in person and virtually via telemedicine.

The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, offers specialty services, including cardiology, endocrinology, gynecology, internal medicine, neurology, podiatry, pulmonology, women’s wellness, pediatric endocrinology, nutrition, and sleep medicine. Patients with chronic diseases or general medicine concerns can turn to the highly trained experts at The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, for superior care.

The skilled medical team personalizes each treatment plan based on a patient’s medical needs, lifestyle, and desired outcomes.

Those with diabetes, foot or ankle issues, gynecology concerns, or heart, kidney, or lung diseases rely on The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, for exceptional care in a welcoming setting. Undergoing routine care reduces the risk of bothersome symptoms and severe medical complications. 

The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, team is friendly, providing top-notch patient-centered care using the latest advances in technology and research-backed treatments. They compassionately welcome new and existing patients to the practice.

Schedule an in-person or telehealth appointment at The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, by phone or online today.

Huiying Hou, MD, has been practicing as an OB/GYN at Jersey Women’s Care Center in Fair Lawn and Jersey City, New Jersey, since 2015. She was selected to work as an OB/GYN at Jersey Women’s Care Center from the highly prestigious Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program at the Cleveland Clinic, ending her fourth year in residency in 2015.

Setting out on her path to becoming an OB/GYN, Dr. Hou started her undergraduate degree at the University of Maryland in College Park, Maryland, and graduated with a biology/pre-med degree in 2006. From there, she went on to earn her doctor of medicine degree at MSHMC Penn State University College of Medicine in Hershey, Pennsylvania, in 2011.

Dr. Hou has given award-winning published presentations on subjects ranging from laparoscopic hysterectomy to endometrial cancer and bilateral salpingectomy.

As a proud Asian American, Dr. Hou has been a member of many volunteer organizations such as the Multicultural Awareness Club, Asian Pacific American Medical Student Association, and others.

As a practicing OB/GYN with more than 17 years of experience, Elizabeth Ramirez, MD, FACOG, is proud to provide health care to women at every stage of their lives at Jersey Women’s Care Center in Jersey City and Fair Lawn, New Jersey. At the practice, she speaks both English and Spanish.

Dr. Ramirez completed her higher education upon graduating from Universidad Central del Este, in the Dominican Republic, in 1993. From there, she emigrated to the United States and began her surgical fellowship at North Shore University Hospital, affiliated with Hofstra University, located in Manhasset, New York. She continued her residency at Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center in the OB/GYN Department, where she became the administrative chief resident.

Dr. Ramirez is highly advanced in minimally invasive gynecological surgery. Some of the services Dr. Ramirez performs include robotic hysterectomy, endometrial biopsy, and others, which Dr. Ramirez performs using minimal or local anesthesia only.

As a natural leader, Dr. Ramirez is involved in many professional organizations with like-minded individuals. She is active in the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, American Medical Women’s Association, American Medical Society, and more. She is also affiliated with Christ Hospital and Jersey City Medical Center to further help women in the community.

Dr. Khashayar Shakiba is a board-certified OB/GYN and urogynecologist offering exceptional care in pelvic reconstructive surgery and urogynecology to women in Hackensack, New Jersey, and the surrounding areas. At Women’s Pelvic Surgery of North Jersey, LLC, Dr. Shakiba combines cutting-edge technology with advanced minimally invasive techniques to provide superior treatment options. In addition to his board certifications in OB/GYN and pelvic medicine, he is MIGS (Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery) certified, making him a trusted expert in minimally invasive procedures for complex gynecologic conditions.

Dr. Shakiba is highly skilled in managing a wide range of pelvic health concerns, including pelvic pain, endometriosis, sexual dysfunction, and pudendal neuralgia. He offers both surgical and nonsurgical alternatives tailored to each patient’s needs. His expertise also extends to minimally invasive fibroid removal surgery. Using the innovative EPOP-Q technology, Dr. Shakiba can electronically evaluate and diagnose pelvic organ prolapse, allowing patients to visualize their condition digitally for a more informed approach to treatment.

With extensive experience in robotic surgery, Dr. Shakiba uses the da VinciⓇ robotic surgery system to perform minimally invasive gynecological surgeries with unmatched precision, faster recovery times, and minimal scarring. He is also highly skilled in the evaluation and surgical treatment of female urinary incontinence, as well as the management of abnormal uterine bleeding.

Dr. Shakiba received his medical degree from Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences in Tehran, Iran. He completed his internship at Yale School of Medicine and his residency at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Cleveland, Ohio, solidifying his expertise in advanced urogynecologic and minimally invasive techniques.

Take the next step towards improved pelvic health by calling the office of Women’s Pelvic Surgery of North Jersey or scheduling an appointment online today. Dr. Shakiba’s extensive experience and compassionate care can help you achieve the best possible outcomes for your urogynecologic needs.

Women’s health is a cornerstone of a thriving community, and its importance continues to grow in today’s healthcare landscape. I chose to pursue a career in gynecology out of a deep commitment to supporting the health and well-being of women in my community.

I received my residency and fellowship training at two leading academic medical centers, where I developed a strong foundation in delivering compassionate, patient-centered, and evidence-based care. My clinical practice encompasses the full spectrum of general gynecology, with a particular focus on the management of complex conditions such as uterine fibroids, endometriosis, and chronic pelvic pain.

As a graduate of an AAGL-accredited fellowship in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery, I am dedicated to offering advanced medical and surgical treatment options tailored to each patient’s needs. I specialize in minimally invasive surgical techniques—including both laparoscopic and robotic-assisted procedures—which allow for shorter recovery times, less postoperative discomfort, and a quicker return to daily life.

I am passionate about empowering women through informed care and am honored to play a role in improving their quality of life through personalized, expert treatment

As a practicing OB/GYN with more than 17 years of experience, Elizabeth Ramirez, MD, FACOG, is proud to provide health care to women at every stage of their lives at Jersey Women’s Care Center in Jersey City and Fair Lawn, New Jersey. At the practice, she speaks both English and Spanish.

Dr. Ramirez completed her higher education upon graduating from Universidad Central del Este, in the Dominican Republic, in 1993. From there, she emigrated to the United States and began her surgical fellowship at North Shore University Hospital, affiliated with Hofstra University, located in Manhasset, New York. She continued her residency at Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center in the OB/GYN Department, where she became the administrative chief resident.

Dr. Ramirez is highly advanced in minimally invasive gynecological surgery. Some of the services Dr. Ramirez performs include robotic hysterectomy, endometrial biopsy, and others, which Dr. Ramirez performs using minimal or local anesthesia only.

As a natural leader, Dr. Ramirez is involved in many professional organizations with like-minded individuals. She is active in the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, American Medical Women’s Association, American Medical Society, and more. She is also affiliated with Christ Hospital and Jersey City Medical Center to further help women in the community.

Huiying Hou, MD, has been practicing as an OB/GYN at Jersey Women’s Care Center in Fair Lawn and Jersey City, New Jersey, since 2015. She was selected to work as an OB/GYN at Jersey Women’s Care Center from the highly prestigious Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program at the Cleveland Clinic, ending her fourth year in residency in 2015.

Setting out on her path to becoming an OB/GYN, Dr. Hou started her undergraduate degree at the University of Maryland in College Park, Maryland, and graduated with a biology/pre-med degree in 2006. From there, she went on to earn her doctor of medicine degree at MSHMC Penn State University College of Medicine in Hershey, Pennsylvania, in 2011.

Dr. Hou has given award-winning published presentations on subjects ranging from laparoscopic hysterectomy to endometrial cancer and bilateral salpingectomy.

As a proud Asian American, Dr. Hou has been a member of many volunteer organizations such as the Multicultural Awareness Club, Asian Pacific American Medical Student Association, and others.

Nicola Pemberton, MD, FACOG, is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist and the medical director of The Birth Center of New Jersey in West Union, New Jersey. A recognized leader in women’s health, Dr. Pemberton is passionate about helping women experience safe, empowering, and minimally invasive births.

Featured in The New York Times and a Netflix documentary about childbirth, Dr. Pemberton is celebrated for her compassionate approach and tireless service—especially during the pandemic, when she safely delivered hundreds of babies and became a local hero to many.

Dr. Pemberton earned her undergraduate degree in biology from the University of Miami and her medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine in Grenada. She completed her clinical rotations in England and her OB/GYN residency at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, where she was recognized for her teaching excellence. She later served as a faculty member at Maimonides Medical Center and as a clinical assistant professor at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University.

In addition to childbirth, Dr. Pemberton offers advanced gynecologic care, including laparoscopic and robotic procedures, as well as a range of in-office treatments. She lives in Union County with her husband and three children.

Mohamed Esiely, MD is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist serving the Hoboken community at his practice Health Wise Women in New Jersey.

Before immigrating to the United States, Dr. Esiely was a physician in Egypt where he received his medical degree from Cairo University. As an attending physician, he focused his skills on keeping students knowledgeable as they studied, lectured, and traveled the world.

In the United States, Dr. Esiely completed his residency at New York’s Mount Sinai School of Medicine, where he was chief resident. He became a certified practitioner of the da Vinci® surgical system in 2012, a robotic system used to perform minimally invasive surgical procedures.

Dr. Esiely established Health Wise Women in 2010. In his more than 20 years practicing medicine, he has received numerous awards, including the Laparoscopic Surgery Award and Resident Award for Excellence in Teaching. The Egyptian Ministry of Health also selected Dr. Esiely for the Family Planning Program Award, and he won first prize for a case report at New York Medical College’s Annual Resident Research Day.

Dr. Esiely is a member of the Egyptian Obstetrics and Gynecology Association, as well as the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. In his free time, Dr. Esiely enjoys reading, playing squash, and using computers. He’s fluent in both Arabic and English.

Focusing on minimally invasive surgery and low-stress techniques, Dr. Daniel Kushner aims to help young and old preserve their youth and improve their libido and sexual vitality at his practice, Daniel Kushner, MD, in White Plains and Queens, New York.

Dr. Kushner is dedicated to serving the gynecological and obstetrical needs of the diverse population of Westchester County, and he is fluent in Spanish, French, and Swedish.

Dr. Kushner always addresses his patients’ concerns by thoroughly exploring their history, performing comprehensive physical exams and ordering diagnostic tests. He recommends conservative treatments, such as lifestyle adjustments and medicines, before suggesting surgical treatments.

Dr. Kushner also specializes in providing patients with relief from pelvic pain, excessive or intermittent bleeding, and helping women achieve pregnancy. Furthermore, he addresses contraceptive concerns and women’s reproductive health.

After receiving his bachelor’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Kushner earned his medical degree at State University of New York Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York.  He completed his residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, in the Bronx, New York.

Michelle D. Morgan, M.D. FACOG is a founding member of OBGYN Westside, where she has been practicing obstetrics and gynecology on the since 2001. Dr. Morgan attended Lehigh University for her undergraduate degree in civil engineering, and then earned her medical degree at SUNY Stony Brook School of Medicine. She completed her Obstetrics and Gynecology training at the Mount Sinai Hospital on the upper east side of Manhattan, where she is an Assistant Professor and remains active in medical education.

Dr. Morgan specializes in creating patient-centered treatment plans.  She brings a personal touch to the clinical environment with a special emphasis on quality patient care.  She has earned a reputation for fostering a warm and friendly atmosphere to help even the most uncomfortable patient feel at ease and trust the medical process.  

In her free time, Dr. Morgan enjoys spending time with her family traveling, cooking, going to Soul Cycle and spoiling her dog Charlie :).

Justine Kim, MD is a board certified physician specializing in obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Kim is committed to providing each patient with compassionate, skilled and comfortable care.

Dr. Kim attended Columbia University where she graduated Magna Cum Laude specializing in Neuroscience and Behavior. She then went on to SUNY Downstate Medical School where she not only graduated as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Medical Society but was also awarded the 41st Annual Chandler McCuskey Brooks Award. This prestigious award is given to one medical student for outstanding achievement in the basic sciences.

Dr. Kim then completed her obstetrics and gynecology residency at Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine. Dr. Kim has been awarded several research grants and worked in various research departments throughout her career. She has special clinical interests in laparoscopic surgery and family planning.

When she is not in the office, Dr. Kim enjoys painting, exploring new restaurants and walking her corgi, Frankie, around the park.

Justine Kim, MD is fluent in Korean.

Katharine Pelletier, MD, is an experienced, board-certified OBGYN. She joined the team of compassionate providers at OBGYN Westside, PLLC, located in the Upper West Side of New York City, and sees patients throughout the five boroughs and tri-state area.

Dr. Pelletier is a native New Yorker who is particularly interested in general pregnancy care, high-risk obstetrics, contraception, adolescent GYN, and LGBTQ+ care. She graduated from Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and completed her premedical studies at Columbia University in New York, New York, after which she received her medical degree from SUNY Downstate College of Medicine in Brooklyn.

Dr. Pelletier completed her OBGYN residency at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York, and comes to the practice with experience in private practice. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two cats, traveling, exploring new restaurants, and improving her French language skills. 

The OBGYN Westside, PLLC team is excited to welcome Dr. Pelletier and for everyone to meet her. To schedule an appointment, call the practice today or reach out online. 

Ching-Lynn Chen, MD, FACOG is a board certified obstetrician and gynecologist who has a special interest in helping women optimize their overall wellness as well as their reproductive and sexual health through every stage of life, including adolescence, pregnancy and menopause. In addition to her love of obstetrics, her interests include contraception, adolescent gynecology, perimenopause and menopause, and family planning. She has been in private practice with OBGYN Westside since 2000 and is a founding member. 

Dr. Chen received B.A. in psychology at Stanford University, and is a graduate of the SUNY at Stony Brook School of Medicine. She completed her residency training at the Albert Einstein School of Medicine. Dr. Chen is a member of the voluntary faculty and is a Assistant Professor at the Mount Sinai Hospital on the upper east side of Manhattan where she remains active in medical student and resident education. She enjoys spending time with her family, yoga, hiking and walking her dog in Central Park.