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Dr. Yana Markidan, a board-certified OB/GYN, is the founder of Markidan Gynecology and Women's Health. She has been providing care to women in the Princeton, New Jersey area since 2012 and is highly regarded as a skilled clinician, surgeon, and advocate for her patients.

She earned her medical degree from The George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington D.C., where she was the recipient of the Rachel Morris Dominick Award. The award is presented annually to a member of the graduating class who has demonstrated outstanding ability in obstetrics and gynecology. 

After graduating, she completed her residency at the Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia, currently of the University of Pennsylvania Health System. 

She is a fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, a member of the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists, and an attending physician at the Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center.

Dr. Markidan is a recurring recipient of the Patient's Choice Award and has been interviewed by national media outlets including U.S. News and World Report, Cosmopolitan, Glamour, Parents, and Fit Pregnancy on issues ranging from sexual health to family planning. 

After years as an OB/GYN at a large and busy group, Dr. Markidan decided to focus on providing exceptional care to her patients in a comfortable and convenient boutique private practice environment.

​Her approach to patient care is grounded in the belief that the best care requires a strong relationship between the physician and the patient, based on trust, good communication, and shared decision making. 

Dr. Markidan is fluent in Russian.

Dr. Manish Gopal brings extensive expertise to treating women with pelvic floor disorders at the Center for Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery, with locations in Somerset and Freehold, New Jersey.

The opportunity to make a dramatic impact on a woman’s quality of life inspired him to pursue urogynecology. Dr. Gopal’s training covers all forms of medical and surgical treatment for women with pelvic floor disorders.

Dr. Gopal graduated from the MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine in Philadelphia and completed his residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, also in Philadelphia. Dr. Gopal recently finished an accredited fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, a premier women’s health program.

He has received funding from the National Institutes of Health for the investigation of geriatric epidemiology and completed a master’s degree in clinical epidemiology from the University of Pennsylvania. He has a special interest in minimally invasive surgical techniques, and the AAGL, formerly the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists, has recognized him for surgical excellence.

His research and writings have been featured in a number of peer-reviewed journals and textbooks; he also has presented at national and international scientific meetings, such as the American Urogynecologic Society and the International Continence Society.

Loved by his patients, Dr. Gopal was named a top doctor in New Jersey Monthly magazine in both 2016 and 2017. In 2012, Dr. Gopal was named director of Gynecological Robotic Surgery at Saint Peter’s University Hospital in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

Melissa Taylor-Giorlando, MD, FACOG is a Connecticut native, having grown up in Easton and Trumbull. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Neuroscience and Behavior from Columbia University.

She graduated from the Yale School of Medicine in 2017. During medical school, she received an award recognizing excellence in Ob/Gyn and outstanding biomedical research. She completed her residency at the Yale-New Haven Hospital. She was drawn to Obstetrics and Gynecology due to its wide breadth and opportunity for a close personal connection with her patients. Dr. Giorlando offers a full range of Ob/Gyn services. She is accepting new patients.

Amy Serrano is a certified Physician Assistant who was born and raised in Trumbull. She attended Loyola University Maryland for her undergraduate studies and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. Amy attended Pace University in New York City and received her Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies. After graduating, she began her career as a PA in OB/GYN at New York Presbyterian Hospital. She gained experience in working with both obstetric patients on Labor and Delivery, as well as caring for patients admitted to the GYN service and first assisting in the operating room for gynecologic procedures.

Amy moved back to Connecticut with her family and continues to practice her love of women’s health with the Avery Center for Obstetrics and Gynecology. She enjoys taking care of patients of all ages.

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! 

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.

Caitlin Myers has been an OB/GYN PA since 2013 when she graduated from King’s College in Wilkes-Barre, PA. She has 9 years of inpatient OB/GYN experience in the NYC hospital system. Caitlin is a lifelong Norwalk resident and is excited to be back practicing in the community she lives in. She offers a full range of OB/GYN services, with a special interest in high-risk pregnancies and adolescents.

In her free time, Caitlin enjoys spending time outdoors with her two children, traveling, and trying out the newest restaurants in town.

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.

Satya Polavarapu, MD, is a highly skilled provider at Tru Medical Management, located in Brooklyn, New York, specializing in maternal fetal medicine. With a focus on advanced ultrasound diagnosis, fetal testing, and comprehensive management of maternal and fetal complications during pregnancy, Dr. Polavarapu offers exceptional care to expectant mothers and their babies.

As a maternal fetal medicine subspecialist, Dr. Polavarapu's practice is dedicated to addressing a wide spectrum of medical, surgical, obstetrical, fetal, and genetic complexities associated with pregnancy. She emphasizes personalized care and fosters a collaborative partnership with expecting mothers, guiding them through any potential high-risk conditions they or their child may encounter.

With a deep commitment to maternal and fetal well-being, Dr. Polavarapu provides preconception counseling, consultative services, advanced ultrasound diagnostics, fetal testing, and procedures such as amniocentesis. Her expertise extends to managing conditions such as ultrasound-diagnosed fetal abnormalities, fetal echocardiography, diabetes in pregnancy, preterm birth, and preeclampsia.

Dr. Polavarapu's compassionate approach to high-risk pregnancies ensures mothers receive comprehensive support and evidence-based consultations, offering reassurance during what can be a challenging and emotionally charged time. 

Her dedication to excellence in maternal-fetal medicine underscores her commitment to providing the highest standard of care to mothers and their unborn children.

Perla Tate, MD, is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist at Vantage Medical Associates, P.C., which has locations in the Bergen Beach, Coney Island, Williamsburg, and Sheepshead Bay neighborhoods in Brooklyn, the Far Rockaway neighborhood in Queens, and Brentwood and Babylon, New York. She specializes in women’s health care, including infertility, ultrasound, colposcopy, and laser surgery.

Dr. Tate completed the pre-medical program at Queens College, City University of New York, in Queens, New York. She attended Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara School of Medicine in Guadalajara, Mexico, for her medical degree.

After graduating, Dr. Tate returned to New York and did her internship at Maimonides Community Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the Brooklyn Jewish Medical Center and the Interfaith Medical Center in Brooklyn.

Dr. Tate has more than 35 years of experience in obstetrics and gynecology. She has held a range of professional positions, including emergency room physician, attending consultant, OB/GYN instructor, clinic coordinator, and medical director.

At Vantage Medical Associates, P.C., Dr. Tate strives to make quality women’s health care accessible. She takes a patient-first approach, spending time understanding all patients’ unique needs. Only then will she recommend a course of treatment to help them enjoy their best possible health.

Along with her work at Vantage Medical Associates, P.C., Dr. Tate is on the faculty at Mount Sinai South Nassau Community Hospital in Oceanside and Family Health Care in Freeport, both in New York.

Edan Yodfat, MD is a board-certified and fellow-trained physician in obstetrics and gynecology at Boro Park OB/GYN in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Yodfat provides comprehensive women’s services and is highly trained in complex gynecological procedures like Essure® permanent birth control, assisting vaginal births following a C-section (VBAC), and performing hysterectomies and other laparoscopic surgeries.

A fellow of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Yodfat also remains an active member of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He has previously treated patients in high-risk and underserved patients during his time in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Receiving his medical degree from Semmelweis University School of Medicine in Budapest, Hungary, Dr. Yodfat also served on the Israeli Defense Force. He later finished his OB/GYN residency at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn.

Dr. Yodfat believes in providing the best care possible for both mother and baby. For the convenience of his patients, he is fluent in English, French, Hebrew, and Hungarian.

Rebekah Korine graduated from the NYU Nursing Program and the SUNY Downstate Midwifery Education Program, where she received both the Clinical and Academic Excellence Awards. Rebekah worked as a nurse in the Labor and Delivery Unit at Maimonides Medical Center while attending midwifery school. Rebekah began her midwifery career at the Williamsburg office of Boro Park OB/GYN in 2005. Rebekah has been providing exceptional care at Boro Park OB/GYN for the past ten years, and she thoroughly enjoys working with the diverse community of Brooklyn.

Jen Wilen saw her first birth as a Peace Corps Volunteer in West Africa nearly 20 years ago and knew then that she wanted to become a midwife. After the Peace Corps, Jen got her Masters in Public Health at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. She then spent a decade working in global health and women's rights, spending much of that time overseas. She later obtained both her Bachelors of Science in Nursing and her Masters in Midwifery from Columbia University. Prior to joining Boro Park, Jen worked as a Certified Nurse Midwife at Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center in Brooklyn. Jen speaks both Spanish and French and loves caring for women and babies from all of the wonderfully diverse communities that call Brooklyn their home.

Dr. Yvonne Noel is a board-certified OB/GYN. She received her doctorate degree in medicine from Chicago Medical School and her undergraduate degree from William Smith College in Geneva, New York. Dr. Noel completed her internship and residency in OB/GYN at SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn-Kings County Medical Center. She also completed a Fellowship in Pelvic Surgery at SUNY Health Science Center at Syracuse. Dr. Noel has previously held positions such as Clinical Assistant Instructor and Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Cornell University and SUNY Health Science Center. Dr. Noel holds a Master of Arts in Environmental Education and Conservation and has focused on Health and Climate Change.

Dr. Kathleen Zafra is an experienced OB/GYN and received her medical degree with the Global Scholars Program of Saint George’s University. Dr. Zafra completed her OB/GYN residency at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York where she was honored with the Resident Achievement Award and the Excellence in Teaching Award in recognition for both her outstanding patient care and her commitment to medical student education. Dr. Zafra obtained her Bachelor’s in Biology and Public Health at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, where she performed research that was published in the Journal of Biology and Reproduction.

Alina Fuchs MD MBS BS has obstetrics and gynecology and medicine in her genes. Her aunt Dr. Smekuna was the delivering OB/Gyn with her birth. Her uncle Dr. M Fuks and Dr. A. Fuks are both practicing physicians, her mother Dr. M Fuchs is a dentist. And her husband Dr. Alexeev is a current pain management fellow. 

She received bachelor of science from Rutgers University. Master’s degree of biomedical sciences at UMDNJ. Medical degree from American University of Antigua, College of Medicine. She completed her internship in obstetrics and gynecology at Nassau University Medical Center and her residency training at Maimonides Medical Center where she served as a chief resident. 

Dr. Fuchs offers a full spectrum of women’s health services, including pap tests, contraception counseling, STD testing, LEEP, and sterilization. After graduating she has been practicing in central New Jersey where she provides care to women in all stages of their life; from family planning to menopause. She is fluent in Russian. 

When she is not with patients, Dr. Fuchs loves spending times with her family. Her husband and son.