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Daniel F. Roshan, MD, FACOG, FACS, specializes in maternal-fetal medicine, demonstrating an expertise in high-risk pregnancies that’s well known in New York City and beyond, as women needing chorionic villus sampling are referred to him from across the country. He truly considers it an honor to take exceptional care of his patients with high-risk pregnancies at his practice, Rosh Maternal & Fetal Medicine in the Midtown East area of New York City.
Dr. Roshan specializes in recurrent pregnancy losses, preterm labor, multiple pregnancies, thrombophilia and pregnancy, and performing cerclage procedures. He also offers experienced medical care for women faced with chronic disease during pregnancy.
After receiving his medical degree from Tel Aviv University, Dr. Roshan then received residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn and completed a fellowship in maternal-fetal medicine at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore. He’s board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and is an active member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists as well as the American College of Surgeons.
Dr. Roshan stays active as a member of many professional organizations, including Johns Hopkins Medical and Surgical Society, Johns Hopkins Howard Kelly Society, the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine, the American Society for Human Genetics, the Society for Gynecologic Investigation, Bellevue OB/GYN Society, and the New York Obstetrics Society. He’s also the founder of the Sephardic American Medical Society.
Dr. Roshan has published over 50 research abstracts and presented original research papers at numerous scientific societies such as: The Society for Gynecological Investigation, the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and the American Institute for Ultrasound in Medicine.
Shira Plonka is a board certified Genetic Counselor at ROSH Maternal Fetal Medicine. Additionally, she is a member of the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC); she earned her Master of Science in Human Genetics from Sarah Lawrence College. Prior to receiving her master’s, Shira received an honors degree in psychology and social work from University of Waterloo. Shira has held internships in many of New York City’s top hospitals, acquiring a broad exposure to many disciplines and specialties, including cancer and pediatric genetics.
Shira focuses on preconception and prenatal genetic counseling: carrier screening, prenatal genetic screening and diagnostic testing. She provides information about the risks of chromosome abnormalities, birth defects, genetic conditions, and teratogen exposure to individuals, couples or families. Shira is committed to informing patients about potential genetic risks, enabling them to make informed decisions for a current or future pregnancy in a supportive and non-directive environment. This process assists patients in making the best choices for themselves in the framework of their personal and cultural beliefs.
Please call any of our offices to make an appointment with Shira, today!
Dr. Shifrin then designed his practice to curate a world of obstetrics and gynecology medicine, providing a conservative approach that offers patients the best care possible. He and his team of specialists diagnose and treat several concerns, from chronic pelvic pain to irregular bleeding. They also provide routine diagnostics, such as ultrasounds to ensure a baby’s health or a well-woman exam to safeguard the mother’s health.
The team of professionals at each location understands the importance of protecting a patient’s sexual health. They offer STD screening as a part of a routine gynecology checkup and IUDs to those wanting to prevent an unwanted pregnancy.
Dr. Shifrin protects his medical integrity as a diplomate of the American Board of OB/GYN and as a member of AMA and AAGL. He’s also fluent in English, Russian, Ukrainian, and Byelorussian.
Call or book online to schedule an appointment at Dr. Gregory Shifrin OBGYN PC today.
Dr. Shifrin then designed his practice to curate a world of obstetrics and gynecology medicine, providing a conservative approach that offers patients the best care possible. He and his team of specialists diagnose and treat several concerns, from chronic pelvic pain to irregular bleeding. They also provide routine diagnostics, such as ultrasounds to ensure a baby’s health or a well-woman exam to safeguard the mother’s health.
The team of professionals at each location understands the importance of protecting a patient’s sexual health. They offer STD screening as a part of a routine gynecology checkup and IUDs to those wanting to prevent an unwanted pregnancy.
Dr. Shifrin protects his medical integrity as a diplomate of the American Board of OB/GYN and as a member of AMA and AAGL. He’s also fluent in English, Russian, Ukrainian, and Byelorussian.
Call or book online to schedule an appointment at Dr. Gregory Shifrin OBGYN PC today.
Amir Shay, MD, is a highly skilled, board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist at VCARE OBGYN on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Known for his advanced surgical expertise and warm, patient-centered approach, Dr. Shay provides comprehensive women’s health care with a focus on safety, comfort, and exceptional outcomes.
Expert in Robotic & Minimally Invasive Surgery
Dr. Shay is recognized for his proficiency in robotic gynecologic surgery using the da Vinci® Surgical System. With advanced training in minimally invasive techniques, he is dedicated to offering women safer procedures, smaller incisions, faster recovery, and less pain. Patients seek him out for complex robotic procedures including hysterectomy, endometriosis treatment, ovarian surgery, myomectomy, and more.
His advanced surgical training includes a dedicated rotation in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, one of the nation’s top surgical programs.
Education & Training
Dr. Shay earned his medical degree from Semmelweis University in Budapest, Hungary. He completed:
Internship at Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center (Israel)
Residency in OB/GYN at Meir Medical Center (Israel)
Additional U.S. residency training at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City
Today, he serves as an attending physician at Lenox Hill Hospital and brings extensive clinical and surgical experience to his patients every day.
Awards & Professional Recognition
Dr. Shay is board-certified by:
The American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
The Israeli Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
He is affiliated with the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the Israeli Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and serves as an assistant professor at Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.
His commitment to surgical excellence has earned him multiple recognitions, including the AAGL Laparoscopic Surgeon Award (2018) and nomination as a Rising Star of Northwell Physician Partners.
A Personalized Approach to Women’s Health
Patients appreciate Dr. Shay’s gentle bedside manner, clear communication, and dedication to individualized care. Whether providing routine OB/GYN services or highly specialized robotic surgery, he combines advanced medical expertise with genuine compassion.
Dr. Shay welcomes women from all backgrounds and at every stage of life, offering expert care with respect, empathy, and integrity.
Shachi Dave, DO, is an experienced obstetrician and gynecologist dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive care for women at every stage of life. She treats patients at V CARE OB/GYN on the Upper East Side of New York City.
Dr. Dave has gained extensive clinical experience through specialized training at leading institutions, including Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Mercy Medical Center, and Northwell-Plainview Hospital.
Her expertise spans minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, maternal-fetal medicine, urogynecology, and gynecologic oncology. Dr. Dave is actively involved in research focused on human papillomavirus (HPV), cervical dysplasia, and women’s health outcomes, contributing to advancements in evidence-based care.
Dr. Dave earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine and holds a Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies in Biological and Physical Sciences. She is a proud member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine, and the American College of Gynecologic Laparoscopists.
With her strong clinical background, research involvement, and patient-centered approach, Dr. Dave is committed to empowering women through education, preventive care, and personalized treatment plans.
Maiquel Carrasco, MD, is a dependable obstetrician and gynecologist serving all patients at V CARE OB/GYN in the Upper East Side of New York City. He is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is committed to providing excellent medical care individualized to suit each person’s needs. He received his medical degree from the State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center.
Patients visit him for a spectrum of reasons, including routine gynecology exams, natural family planning, menstrual cramps, menopausal symptoms, irregular menstruation, ovarian cancer screenings and minimally invasive fibroid removal. He has comprehensive experience in major gynecological surgeries and he is a renowned surgeon at Lenox Hill Hospital.
His medical knowledge, expertise and passion towards his work are commendable. He concentrates on providing better healthcare and enhanced patient satisfaction. He is eager to be able to serve women at all stages of life. Dr. Carrasco is available for consultations at his private practice.
Gabriela Olaru, MD, is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist serving patients at V CARE OB/GYN in the Upper East Side of New York City. She treats women for a spectrum of sexual and reproductive health complications and provides thorough, efficient well-woman exams to adolescents and women of all ages.
Dr. Olaru attended medical school at Universitatea de Medicina si Farmacie Victor Babes Facultatea de Medicina in Timișoara, Romania. She then moved to the United States to complete her residency at Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow, New York.
Dr. Olaru has over two decades of experience treating women and helping them better understand their bodies. She primarily serves patients at V CARE OB/GYN and holds affiliation with Lenox Hill Hospital in the Upper East Side of New York City.
On a regular basis, Dr. Olaru performs breast examinations, provides diagnostic services and treatments for ovarian disorders, uterine disorders, menstrual disorders, and more. She uses her skill and expertise to provide surgeries and minimally invasive procedures like sling operations, bilateral tubal sterilization, hysterectomy, and myomectomy.
“This doctor is great but they did not give me any warning that she would not be at the practice today after confirming my appointment the day before. It is unprofessional and upsetting that the lack of communication caused me to waste an entire morning. Please give me a warning next time- happy to reschedule.”
Natasha B. Santos-Piñero, MD, is an obstetrician and gynecologist offering comprehensive healthcare for women at V CARE OB/GYN in the Upper East Side of New York City. She is also a member of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists, the American Medical Association, the International Pelvic Pain Society, the American Medical Women Association, and the Golden Key International Honour Society.
Dr. Santos-Piñero’s expertise includes adolescent care, well-woman exams, and surgical consultations, along with care for perimenopause, menopause, and vulvar, vaginal, and ovarian disorders, among other highly developed skills.
Always a dedicated learner, Dr. Santos-Piñero earned her Bachelor of Science in chemistry at the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez in Puerto Rico, graduating magna cum laude. She then attended Ponce Health Sciences University in Ponce, Puerto Rico, for her Doctor of Medicine. While there, she completed a transitional residency at Damas Hospital before bringing her considerable skills to the United States. Dr. Santos-Piñero finished residency programs in obstetrics and gynecology at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center in Brooklyn and Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow, New York.
In addition to her extensive medical experience, she is certified in neonatal resuscitation program (NRP) and has contributed to numerous publications on chemistry and women’s health. She has been involved in extensive clinical research to improve the understanding of complex medical issues like endometriosis.
When Dr. Santos-Piñero isn’t providing comprehensive women’s healthcare, she enjoys active hobbies like traveling, hiking, kayaking, and snorkeling and more relaxed activities like crafting and reading. She speaks English and Spanish and welcomes new and returning patients to enjoy a higher standard of compassionate care at V CARE OB/GYN.
“As an ob/gyn physician, I love the chance to partner with my patients on so many levels - to take part in both the joys and sorrows of female health. If I can help just one person truly get healthier, I will have served my purpose. I feel so lucky to have found something I love to do” - Anna Barbieri, MD
Anna Barbieri, MD, is a double board-certified gynecologist and integrative medicine physician, as well as a specialist in menopause medicine. In her New York City practice located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, her passion is truly personalized, modern holistic care of women. From preventive care to complex gynecologic issues such as PCOS or fibroids, Dr. Barbieri partners with her patients to help them maintain or restore optimal gynecologic and hormonal health. Dr. Barbieri also has special expertise in navigating menopause, where she focuses on each patient by customizing nutrition, lifestyle, and use of hormonal (including bioidentical) or nonhormonal treatments when appropriate. Blending the best of conventional and evidence-based holistic approaches including select mind-body, supplement, and nutritional techniques alongside medications and surgery, Dr. Barbieri believes in medical care that relies on a trusted personal patient/doctor relationship that explores the best healing methods for each patient.
Dr. Barbieri is double board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the American Board of Integrative Medicine. She completed her residency in OBGYN at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City, where she is now an Assistant Clinical Professor and a member of the Mount Sinai Center of Excellence for menopause. She also completed a fellowship in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, and the Integrative Medicine fellowship under the direction of Dr. Andrew Weil at the University of Arizona School of Medicine.
She is also a Certified Menopause Practitioner by the North American Menopause Society and has been named a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for the New York Metro Area.
She is also the founding physician of Elektra Health, a digital platform for menopause education, support and community.
In her spare time, Dr. Barbieri loves to spend time with her family, her dog Remy, hike, grow tomatoes, and listen to music. Her favorite musical artist is Freddie Mercury.
Dr. Inga Zilberstein, MD, PLLC, is an obstetrician and gynecologist in New York City. She has been practicing on the Upper East Side of Manhattan for over 30 years and offers caring expertise and individual attention to each of her patients.
Dr. Zilberstein earned her undergraduate degree from Barnard College in New York City in 1980. She went on to receive her medical degree from New York University in 1986. Upon graduating, she completed her internship and residency in OB/GYN at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. Dr. Zilberstein holds hospital affiliation with Lenox Hill Hospital.
At her practice, Dr. Zilberstein offers a wide range of women’s health services, including MonaLisa Touch®, medical abortion, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, and labiaplasty. Dr. Zilberstein provides a wide range of obstetrical care, including prenatal care for low-risk and high-risk pregnancies, twin pregnancies, recurrent pregnancy loss, and more.
At Dr. Zilberstein's office, each pregnant patient enjoys personalized and attentive care from the first moment of their pregnancy. She and her staff establish a close and trusting relationship with a pregnant woman and her family. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Zilberstein, call the office or book a consultation online today.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Zilberstein, call the office or book a consultation online today.
At Medical Care for Women in Astoria, New York and Jamaica, New York, Andrea Olanescu, MD, serves each of her patients with quality, compassionate care. She founded Medical Care for Women because she knows that each woman is unique — as is her life. At her practice, Dr. Olanescu tailors her approach and her medical services to each woman’s specific needs.
After earning her MD at Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Bucharest, Romania, Dr. Olanescu broadened her expertise through an internal medicine residency at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City and an OB/GYN residency at Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City, New Jersey. Today, she is a fellow of the American Board of Internal Medicine and of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
Dr. Olanescu is deeply committed to serving the multicultural and multiethnic community of Queens, New York. She is a board-certified OB/GYN with physician affiliations at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens Hospital, Long Island Jewish Forest Hills Hospital, and Flushing Hospital.
She knows that the diversity of the Queens community can bring a variety of medical needs and challenges, as well as a range of lifestyle goals. She’s dedicated to serving each patient at Medical Care for Women based on her specific needs and wants.
“There is no better care a woman can receive than that which Dr. Olanescu and her team provide. They are, truly, exceptional medical professionals. The level of expertise and dedication that Dr. Olanescu possesses is unmatched. She literally dedicates her entire life to her patients and her practice. Thank you Dr, Olanescu–for all you do for us and for your profession.
God bless you always.”
Dr. Andrea Olanescu, MD
OB-GYN
23-22 30th Road
Suite 1A
Astoria, NY 11102
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Dr. Radoslav Jovanovic, MD
Maternal & Fetal Medicine OB-GYN 50.1 mi
Dr. Radoslav Jovanovic, founder of the Manhattan Laser Center for Vein Treatment, is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and has been treating women and men on the Upper East Side for over 30 years.
His intensive training in phlebology, ultrasound, and laser therapy gives him the unique ability to completely understand the causes and treatments of all types of vascular disease, in all areas of the body. He brings considerable warmth and understanding to every patient’s care.
Dr. Jovanovic graduated from the University of Belgrade in Serbia, Yugoslavia. After emigrating from Serbia in the late 1960s, he completed his training at the State University of New York Health Science Center in Brooklyn, NY.
Publications:
Antifungal agents vs. boric acid for treating chronic mycotic vulvovaginitis, THE JOURNAL OF REPRODUCTIVE MEDICINE, 1991
Preventing infection related to insertion of an intrauterine device, THE JOURNAL OF REPRODUCTIVE MEDICINE, 1988
Experimental meconium aspiration in guinea pigs, OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY, 1989
Serial Serum potassium and glucose levels during treatment of premature labor with oral terbutaline, INT.J. GYNECOL. OBSTET, 1985
Obstetric management when normoglycemia is maintained in diabetic pregnant women with vascular compromise, AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY, 1984
Dr. Kevin Jovanovic, a board-certified surgeon in Obstetrics and Gynecology, is trained in the newest and most advanced laparoscopy and hysteroscopy surgical techniques. Laparoscopy has transformed gynecology, cutting recovery time and eliminating much of the pain associated with traditional gynecological surgery. As a testament to his expertise, Dr. Jovanovic received Yale University's Outstanding Laparoscopic Surgeon Award in 2004. In addition, he has been exceptionally trained in high-risk obstetrics, infertility, chronic pelvic pain, and urogynecology (treating incontinence). He was recently appointed as an Associate Professor of Obstetrics/Gynecology at Lenox Hill Hospital.
Dr. Jovanovic’s interest in women’s health led to his completing the prestigious Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation Institute fellowship in Beverly Hills, California with Dr. David Matlock. He has since founded the Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation Institute of New York City. Vaginal rejuvenation is a rapidly growing field within gynecology. Women are seeking answers to help them restore or maintain good sexual function, and with today’s modern medical technology, Dr. Jovanovic provides answers and options in this specialization.
Dr. Jovanovic is not only specialized in obstetrics and gynecology -- he has received extensive post-graduate training in Cosmetic Surgery including Tumescent Liposuction, Botox/Filler, Laser Hair and Vein Removal, and Sclerotherapy. In 2006, he received the 2006 Top Plastic Surgeons Award in the field of cosmetic surgery.
He completed four years of training at Yale University School of Medicine in New Haven, CT, where he helped run the Yale University Women’s Center, which serves over 35,000 patients a year. He graduated with honors from Duke University in Durham, North Carolina and the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in Bronx, New York.
Dr. Kameelah Phillips is a board certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist, wife, mother, and lifelong women’s health advocate. Since high school, she has been involved in local, national, and international organizations aimed at advancing women’s health care issues through advocacy and direct patient care.
Dr. Phillips graduated from Stanford University with a degree in Human Biology with an emphasis in Women’s Health and Human Sexuality. After graduation, she worked at the San Francisco Department of Public Health in the AIDS office as a Research Assistant on HIV vaccine studies. She relocated to Los Angeles to attend the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine.
During medical school, she received numerous community service awards. She was privileged to travel to Ghana, Cuba, and Tanzania on health missions during this time. Upon completion of medical school, she attended a competitive OB/GYN residency at the New York University School of Medicine.
Pineland Associates is a gynecology practice in Brick, New Jersey. Led by Theresa Benecki, MD, Pineland Associates provides care for women starting at age 12 through age 65 and older.
Serving those living in and around Brick for more than 35 years, Pineland Associates offers patients the most important components of a successful long-term patient-doctor relationship — mutual respect, age-appropriate education, and thorough gynecological care.
Devoted to preventive care, Pineland Associates provides comprehensive well-woman exams, as well as contraceptive care. The practice also provides menopause management, including hormone replacement therapy.
Taking a patient-centered and personalized approach, the gynecology practice specializes in diagnosing and treating many common women’s health concerns, including abnormal bleeding, fibroids, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), pelvic pain, and osteoporosis.
Pineland Associates offers same-day care for patients in need of urgent evaluation and works with a network of highly skilled specialists in the area.
For personalized care from an experienced gynecologist, call Pineland Associates, or book an appointment online today.