Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Elizabeth Nadal, DO, joined the Avery Center for Obstetrics and Gynecology in 2019. She is proud to partner with women in their healthcare from the practice’s locations in Westport, Fairfield, and Norwalk, Connecticut.
Dr. Nadal completed her undergraduate studies at Boston University, where she received a Bachelor of Science. In 2014, she earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree at New York College. She went on to complete her residency at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and continued her experience with a focus on labor and delivery. Dr. Nadal also specialized in pelvic surgery and in-office procedures.
In addition to her focused research on endometrial cancer and maternal complications, Dr. Nadal received an award of Excellence in Laparoscopy during her time at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School.
At Avery Center for Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Nadal provides comprehensive OB/GYN services. She is dedicated to creating a welcoming environment where her patients can play an active role in their healthcare.
Adam Ofer, MD, FACOG, is regionally recognized as an expert in gynecology and minimally invasive surgical techniques. A board-certified physician at Avery Center for Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Ofer treats patients from puberty through their childbearing years and well past menopause, providing comprehensive and compassionate care to patients of all ages.
While Dr. Ofer provides a full range of OB/GYN services, he specializes in pelvic reconstruction and other minimally invasive surgeries, including laparoscopic and da VinciⓇ procedures. He heads the practice’s Bladder Dysfunction Program and has expertise in treating overactive bladder, urinary stress incontinence, and pelvic organ prolapse. Dr. Ofer is also a nationally-recognized expert in hereditary cancers and has published on the topic. He provides care to many women who carry high-risk cancer genes.
Dr. Ofer also specializes in cosmetic procedures and sexual enhancement. He uses techniques like labiaplasty, vaginoplasty, perineoplasty, and clitoroplasty to enhance sexual function and satisfaction and to make aesthetic improvements. He is also an expert in the use of PRP (platelet rich plasma) / O-Shot for improvement of female orgasm.
Dr. Ofer earned his undergraduate degree from Binghamton University before starting medical school at the State University of New York (SUNY) Health Science Center at Syracuse. He completed his residency at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York. Dr. Ofer is a diplomate of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and a fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. He is also affiliated with numerous medical associations and societies.
Amalia Kotlyar, MD, is excited to join the Avery Center for Obstetrics and Gynecology and focus on patient-centered, empathetic care in an intimate private practice setting.
When it comes to obstetrics, Dr. Kotlyar provides an individualized approach to pregnancy and birth experience. She believes in shared decision-making and empowering patients through information. She has a special interest in breastfeeding.
Dr. Kotlyar is devoted to caring for women of all stages. She enjoys adolescent gynecology and provides her youngest patients with a supportive environment to start their gynecologic care. She is passionate about reproductive choice and has expertise in comprehensive family planning, including complex contraception and permanent sterilization. She also enjoys caring for women during the transition to menopause and helps her patients optimize health and wellbeing during this time.
Additionally, Dr. Kotlyar has an interest in minimally invasive surgery, including vaginal, laparoscopic and robotic cases. She has earned certifications in Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Surgery as well as DaVinci Robotic Surgery. She has published on enhanced recovery after minimally invasive surgery in which patients are able to recuperate comfortably at home, rather than in the hospital, after their procedure. Dr. Kotlyar enjoys working with patients to determine an individualized approach to managing fibroids and adenomyosis, including both medical and surgical methods.
Dr. Kotlyar earned her medical degree from University of California – San Francisco. She completed residency at New York University Langone Medical Center. Outside of the office, Dr. Kotlyar cherishes the time she spends with her family.
Dr. Kotlyar feels privileged to work with women throughout their obstetric and gynecologic journeys; she would love to welcome you as her patient!
Maria Teresa Benedetto, MD, FACOG, is a skilled and experienced OB/GYN at NY Midtown OB/GYN. Dr. Benedetto provides high quality care from offices in midtown Manhattan, New York City and the town of Mamaroneck in Westchester County, New York.
Dr. Benedetto is active in clinical practice, teaching, and research for several years and is a strong advocate for patients who desire a natural birth, and as such, she has been highly successful in achieving vaginal deliveries after cesarean sections. She specializes in several surgical procedures, including laparoscopic surgery and vaginal hysterectomy.
Dr. Benedetto has a wide range of experiences and varied interests in clinical medicine and research, translating to a passion for providing her patients with excellent individualized care.
She was instrumental in developing and expanding gynecologic care for women with special needs through the Initiative for Women with Disabilities. She also has a special devotion to adolescent patients.
Dr. Benedetto is actively involved in training medical students and residents and has received numerous teaching awards. She has published multiple journal articles, abstracts, and books on mechanisms that trigger labor, the effect of immune system stimulants on uterine cancer, and hormone receptor activity in uterine and breast cancer.
Professional education and training include:
Medical School, Residency and Fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart School of Medicine (Italy)
Research Fellowship, Mount Sinai School of Medicine (New York)
Residency, NYU School of Medicine (NYU Grossman School of Medicine)
Memberships include:
Fellow, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
Member, New York Gynecological Society
Member, The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine
Dr. Benedetto is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish.
Teresa Cheon, MD, FACOG, is a talented and passionate OB/GYN at NY Midtown OB/GYN. Dr. Cheon provides high-quality care from offices in midtown Manhattan, New York City and the town of Mamaroneck in Westchester County, New York.
Dr. Cheon proudly carries on the family tradition of Obstetrics and Gynecology, following in the footsteps of her father, an obstetrician/gynecologist, and her grandmother, who was one of the first certified midwives in her native country.
She has a special interest in the clinical management of labor and prides herself on the attention and dedication she provides her obstetric patients during the birth process and the postpartum period.
Her professional education and training include:
Undergraduate, Dartmouth College
Medical School, Mount Sinai School of Medicine (Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai)
Residency, NYU School of Medicine (NYU Grossman School of Medicine)
Her memberships include:
Fellow, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
Past President, New York Gynecological Society
Member, The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine
Dr. Cheon’s surgical expertise ranges from minimally invasive surgery to abdominal and vaginal hysterectomy. Her research interests have included the treatment of abnormal pap smears, novel methods of contraception, and prevention of delivery complications.
Alisha Sial, RPA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant who specializes in women’s health and wellness. She joins our team of seasoned providers that make up FemmPro OB/GYN, practicing in our Massapequa office. A compassionate professional committed to the health of women at every life stage by providing thorough and efficient patient education, Alisha's background includes a 4-year highly competitive Physician Assistant Program at D'Youville College. Along with having experience working in the OB/GYN specialty for 4 years. As a healthcare professional, she is dedicated to delivering patient centered care in a diverse population. Alisha's special interests include prenatal care, gynecological wellness, and disease prevention.
Craig M. Linder, MD, FACOG, is a caring, compassionate, and dedicated women's health care physician practicing obstetrics and gynecology at the FemmPro OB/GYN locations in Garden City and Massapequa, New York. Dr. Linder has more than thirty years of experience serving women in the community.
A highly grounded professional, he is known for his mild manner and lightheartedness, with a unique ability to put patients and their families at ease. Above all, he focuses his practice on delivering top quality health care to women.
Dr. Linder earned his Bachelor of Science in biology at SUNY Stony Brook, located in Stony Brook, New York. Then, he attended the Medical Academy of Wroclaw in Wroclaw, Poland, where he completed his medical doctorate. Dr. Linder completed his obstetrics and gynecology internship/residency at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in Jamaica, Queens. He is currently a Fellow of both the American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology and the American College of Obstetrics & Gynecology.
Dr. Linder is passionate about obstetrics and derives great joy when bringing a new life into the world. He is particularly adept at performing all aspects of gynecological surgery and provides counseling and treatment of menopausal issues.
Kayla Branca, RPA-C, is a board-certified obstetrics and gynecology physician assistant specializing in women's health and wellness. She is one of the skilled physicians on the team at FemmPro OB/GYN, practicing at the offices in Massapequa and Garden City, New York.
Kayla began her medical education by completing a highly competitive, four-year Physician Assistant Program at St. John's University in Jamaica, Queens. She has extensive experience in obstetrics and gynecology, enabling her to fully address her patients' concerns.
As a healthcare professional, Kayla is dedicated to delivering patient-centered care. She has hands-on experience treating diverse populations of patients with equally diverse medical needs. Kayla prides herself on being a compassionate professional committed to health promotion through efficient patient education.
As a key member of the FemmPro OB/GYN team, Kayla works with the entire team to ensure patient satisfaction at every stage of the patient journey. Her special interests include prenatal care, gynecological wellness, and disease prevention.
Dr. Sophia Lubin is a proud first-generation Haitian-American. She is a single mother of two outstanding young men, Tyler and Maxwell. Dr. Lubin is a board-certified OB/GYN and a native New Yorker. She holds a BS in Biology from The City College of NY and obtained her medical degree from NYIT-New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. She did her OB/Gyn residency training at Beth Israel Medical Center in Manhattan, now Mount Sinai –Beth Israel. Dr. Sophia, as she likes to be called, is a committed humanitarian who has provided medical relief efforts in places like the Dominican Republic and Haiti. After the 2010 earthquake in Haiti, she was interviewed by Anderson Cooper and received a NYC Congressional Award for her work as a first responder. She continues to visit Haiti on an annual basis where she provides free OB/GYN care.
As a practicing OB/GYN, Dr. Lubin provides a wide range of services including but not limited to prenatal care, pap smears, sexually transmitted disease screenings, breast cancer screenings, birth control and the management of menopause. Dr. Sophia also uses her expertise to manage disease processes like irregular periods, fibroids, ovarian cysts and all surgical interventions as needed. Her other passions include women’s rights as well as supporting women who have suffered from post-partum mental health issues and domestic abuse. In addition, she is an active practitioner in aesthetic medicine where she focuses on noninvasive cosmetic techniques and has a special interest in women’s sexual health. Dr. Lubin realized the relationship between a woman's sense of confidence was often in direct correlation with her commitment to her health. Dr. Lubin is passionate about broadening her scope of practice to help women lead happy, healthy and empowered lives. She recently launched a podcast called “Dr. Sophia Ob/Gyn, Embrace your Body Embrace yourself” as a way to discuss women’s health issues and personal topics that resonate with women from a safe space.
Sheila D. Pongnon, MD, is a seasoned board-certified OB/GYN specializing in women’s health and the unique needs of women at Westchester Women’s Medical Healthcare in Mount Vernon and Spring Valley, New York.
Dr. Pongnon completed her undergraduate degree in chemistry from New York University before receiving her medical degree from the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center. She finished her OB/GYN training at the New York Medical College Westchester Medical Center.
For over a decade, Dr. Pongnon has remained dedicated to providing a range of services and diagnostic testing and treatment methods, such as physicals and well-woman exams, ultrasounds, lifestyle changes, medications, and surgery. Her extensive surgical training allows Dr. Pongnon to perform top-quality procedures with the best possible results. She utilizes state-of-the-art tools, technology, and techniques, and offers advanced pelvic and minimally invasive surgery when needed, including laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgery.
Dr. Pongnon is especially active in her field and is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. She has admitting privileges at the New York Presbyterian Lawrence Hospital.
Dr. Pongnon provides general gynecological care, including contraception management, adolescent care, and menopausal treatment. She offers valuable solutions for various conditions, including endometriosis, uterine fibroids, cervical cancer, hypothyroidism, the flu, menstrual irregularities, osteoporosis, obesity, pelvic pain, sexually transmitted diseases, and infections.
The wellness, interests, and needs of each individual woman are always the utmost priority for Dr. Pongnon. She proudly brings a female perspective and understanding of women’s health care and is renowned for her impressive work ethic and compassionate bedside manner.
Dr. Sophia Lubin is a proud first-generation Haitian-American. She is a single mother of two outstanding young men, Tyler and Maxwell. Dr. Lubin is a board-certified OB/GYN and a native New Yorker. She holds a BS in Biology from The City College of NY and obtained her medical degree from NYIT-New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. She did her OB/Gyn residency training at Beth Israel Medical Center in Manhattan, now Mount Sinai –Beth Israel. Dr. Sophia, as she likes to be called, is a committed humanitarian who has provided medical relief efforts in places like the Dominican Republic and Haiti. After the 2010 earthquake in Haiti, she was interviewed by Anderson Cooper and received a NYC Congressional Award for her work as a first responder. She continues to visit Haiti on an annual basis where she provides free OB/GYN care.
As a practicing OB/GYN, Dr. Lubin provides a wide range of services including but not limited to prenatal care, pap smears, sexually transmitted disease screenings, breast cancer screenings, birth control and the management of menopause. Dr. Sophia also uses her expertise to manage disease processes like irregular periods, fibroids, ovarian cysts and all surgical interventions as needed. Her other passions include women’s rights as well as supporting women who have suffered from post-partum mental health issues and domestic abuse. In addition, she is an active practitioner in aesthetic medicine where she focuses on noninvasive cosmetic techniques and has a special interest in women’s sexual health. Dr. Lubin realized the relationship between a woman's sense of confidence was often in direct correlation with her commitment to her health. Dr. Lubin is passionate about broadening her scope of practice to help women lead happy, healthy and empowered lives. She recently launched a podcast called “Dr. Sophia Ob/Gyn, Embrace your Body Embrace yourself” as a way to discuss women’s health issues and personal topics that resonate with women from a safe space.
Marc Behar, MD, FACOG, is a skilled and compassionate physician at FemmPro OB/GYN with locations in Garden City and Massapequa, New York. He is dedicated to providing high-quality women's health care in obstetrics and gynecology services to the women living in and around Long Island.
Dr. Behar completed his undergraduate studies at Stony Brook University in Stony Brook, New York, where he majored in Biology. He then earned his medical doctorate at Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York, before completing his internship/residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Nassau County Medical Center, located in East Meadow, New York. Dr. Behar is a Fellow of the American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology and the American College of Obstetrics & Gynecology.
As a respected physician, Dr. Behar has authored numerous articles regarding women's health that have been featured in Image magazine.
Dr. Behar is known for his calm and steady demeanor, inspiring trust and confidence in the office, operating, and delivery room. He is a strong advocate of women's health care with a strong commitment to the community, often treating many members of the same family. He brings to his patients deep expertise in all aspects of OB/GYN with a special concentration in low and high-risk pregnancy, gynecological care, and surgery for patients of all ages.
“This is a ZERO star review!
I am very disturbed and upset with how dismissive I was treated, no one should feel like they are unseen and not heard, especially when it comes to your health!
I had my first planned c-section that was performed by Dr. Behr due to my baby being breech. Initially everything seemed like it was going well until I started experiencing extreme pain in my pelvic area about 3 weeks after my surgery.
I scheduled my first post-op visit with Dr. Behr. First, he was about 15 min late coming into the office..that's understandable..things happen. I was willing to wait for him because this was also my first visit with him and I really needed to br seen. Dr. Behr came into the office, didnt acknowledge he was late and didn't ask me any questions as far as how I was feeling or how my recovery was going either. He was in such a rush to look at my incisions that he proceeded to do it without even closing the door and giving me privacy! Someone was walking by and i had to asked for them to close the door.
Dr.Behr did apologize for that and said that was a "oversight".
He proceeded to look at my incisions, took the tape off and said everything looked "good" l told him I was in extreme pain, it even hurts to get out of bed and when my bladder is full, I can barely even walk to the bathroom because of the pain. And that i feel pain even when I'm just laying down.
After repeating myself a few times about my pain, Dr.Behr then said he would order a urine sample.That was the only thing he ordered! He didn't even examine the area where my pain is or ask any other questions!
Then, to my surprise, he ordered a UTI test! I don't have a UTI, nor did I explain any symptoms that would describe me potentially having a UTI!
I felt, he did that just to rush me out and make me feel like he was "doing" something. There is a huge concern for this pain I am feeling and I felt like I was dismissed and not heard! It should of been taken more seriously especially by someone who actually performed my surgery and more than a UTI screening should of been done! This is such a shame I had to experience this lack of care especially after a c-section and that he scheduled my next follow up 4 weeks from now! I will not accept this dismissive care and will be looking for someone one who will listen to me and really treat me right! ”
Dawn Torre, MD, FACOG. Her patients regard her as the physician who really listens! From adolescence through menopause, the patient’s concerns become her concerns. Board certified in OB/GYN, with more than 20 years of experience, Dr. Torre’s patients receive the highest level of personal, gynecological care. With a special interest in proactive, preventative healthcare, Dr. Torre empowers patients through education in Menstrual disorder, PMS, PMDD, STD prevention/treatment, Contraception, Preconception, Infertility, Hormone Replacement, and Menopause.
“Dr. Torre is amazing. However I am very disappointed that I had to wait almost 2 hours to meet with the doctor. There were only 2 providers and they overbooked. The whole waiting room was mobbed! I couldn’t believe that they would overbook like that. I’ve never seen that before and I must say if this happens again I will have to switch doctors even though I don’t want to”
Kayla Branca, RPA-C, is a board-certified obstetrics and gynecology physician assistant specializing in women's health and wellness. She is one of the skilled physicians on the team at FemmPro OB/GYN, practicing at the offices in Massapequa and Garden City, New York.
Kayla began her medical education by completing a highly competitive, four-year Physician Assistant Program at St. John's University in Jamaica, Queens. She has extensive experience in obstetrics and gynecology, enabling her to fully address her patients' concerns.
As a healthcare professional, Kayla is dedicated to delivering patient-centered care. She has hands-on experience treating diverse populations of patients with equally diverse medical needs. Kayla prides herself on being a compassionate professional committed to health promotion through efficient patient education.
As a key member of the FemmPro OB/GYN team, Kayla works with the entire team to ensure patient satisfaction at every stage of the patient journey. Her special interests include prenatal care, gynecological wellness, and disease prevention.
Dr. Sophia Lubin is a proud first-generation Haitian-American. She is a single mother of two outstanding young men, Tyler and Maxwell. Dr. Lubin is a board-certified OB/GYN and a native New Yorker. She holds a BS in Biology from The City College of NY and obtained her medical degree from NYIT-New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. She did her OB/Gyn residency training at Beth Israel Medical Center in Manhattan, now Mount Sinai –Beth Israel. Dr. Sophia, as she likes to be called, is a committed humanitarian who has provided medical relief efforts in places like the Dominican Republic and Haiti. After the 2010 earthquake in Haiti, she was interviewed by Anderson Cooper and received a NYC Congressional Award for her work as a first responder. She continues to visit Haiti on an annual basis where she provides free OB/GYN care.
As a practicing OB/GYN, Dr. Lubin provides a wide range of services including but not limited to prenatal care, pap smears, sexually transmitted disease screenings, breast cancer screenings, birth control and the management of menopause. Dr. Sophia also uses her expertise to manage disease processes like irregular periods, fibroids, ovarian cysts and all surgical interventions as needed. Her other passions include women’s rights as well as supporting women who have suffered from post-partum mental health issues and domestic abuse. In addition, she is an active practitioner in aesthetic medicine where she focuses on noninvasive cosmetic techniques and has a special interest in women’s sexual health. Dr. Lubin realized the relationship between a woman's sense of confidence was often in direct correlation with her commitment to her health. Dr. Lubin is passionate about broadening her scope of practice to help women lead happy, healthy and empowered lives. She recently launched a podcast called “Dr. Sophia Ob/Gyn, Embrace your Body Embrace yourself” as a way to discuss women’s health issues and personal topics that resonate with women from a safe space.
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