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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.

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.

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.

Shari Leipzig, MD, is a board-certified OB/GYN offering expert services to women in the New York area at Park Avenue Women’s Center. She stands ready to help you and women of all ages and from all walks of life understand their obstetrical and gynecological health.  She currently serves as an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Science at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City, delivering babies in the Labor and Delivery Unit at Mount Sinai Hospital on 5th Avenue in Manhattan.

After completing her undergraduate degree at Bryn Mawr College in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, she went on to medical school at the Medical College of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the Sloane Hospital for Women of Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center in New York, then completed a fellowship in pelvic surgery (oncology) at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx.

In addition to providing quality care to women in Yorkville, Upper East Side, Dr. Leipzig is dedicated to providing care to uninsured and indigent women. She consulted on a pro bono basis with the Prisoners’ Rights Project of the Legal Aid Society to create standards for the gynecological care of incarcerated women with abnormal Pap smears. This volunteer work led her to create a colposcopy clinic for HIV-positive incarcerated women from the Bedford Hills Correctional Facility for Women. She has provided pro bono gynecologic care in India and Nepal, and served for 20 years on the board of directors of Himalayan HealthCare, Inc. She has received the Vitals’ Patients’ Choice Award, Patients’ Choice 5 Year Honoree Favorite Physicians Award, and the Compassionate Doctor Award.

Dr. Leipzig enjoys taking care of pregnant women, has been in solo obstetrical practice for almost 15 years, and is happy to work with women planning to deliver with a doula. She has extensive experience working with women who choose labor with or without an epidural in a hospital setting.

Gila Leiter, MD, FACOG, provides exceptional and individualized OB/GYN care at Park Avenue Women’s Center for women living in Yorkville, Upper East Side, New York City. She’s passionate about helping her patients have a better quality of life, whether that involves managing a high-risk pregnancy or surgically assisting women who are dealing with fibroids. Take advantage of her expertise in high-risk obstetrics and treatment of postpartum depression, infertility, and menopause.

Dr. Leiter graduated from Yeshiva University in New York with a bachelor’s degree in biology and went on to study public health at Hebrew University-Hadassah School of Public Health and Community Medicine in Jerusalem. Afterward, she received her medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx. She completed her internship and residency at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City.

She has received accolades from both patients and the medical community, including the Compassionate Doctor Recognition Award, Patient's Choice NY Area Award, and New York Magazine Best Doctors. She was also featured in the Castle Connolly Best Doctors NY Metro Area for the last ten years.

Dr. Leiter serves on the medical advisory board of Sharsheret, a nonprofit organization serving women recently diagnosed or living with breast and ovarian cancer. She also serves on the medical advisory board for Ohr Naava, treating and counseling at-risk teens and young adults in gynecologic issues, as well as a frequent lecturer for A Time and Chava, a resource for infertility and women’s health. She is President of the Medical Board of Mount Sinai Hospital, and runs its Administrative Executive Committee, as well as serving on many other hospital committees and the board of trustees. She is a past president of the Attending Association of Mount Sinai Hospital, serving on its executive committee. As an associate clinical professor at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, she teaches and trains medical students and residents in obstetrics and gynecology, hoping to transmit clinical skills and medical knowledge with a patient-based approach.

The author of "Everything You Need to Know to Have a Healthy Twin Pregnancy," Dr. Leiter is the mother of twins and two other daughters. She loves trail running and has done several triathlons in the past.

A passionate and experienced OB/GYN, Douglas Moss, MD, FACOG, provides New York-area women with the best in individualized health care at Park Avenue Women’s Center located in Yorkville, Upper East Side. He has served women in the area for decades and remains deeply committed to caring for women on their own terms.

Dr. Moss graduated from the University of Rochester in Rochester, New York, and Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City. He completed his internship and residency at Mount Sinai, too. He currently serves as an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Science at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine.

He has been recognized as one of the Best Doctors in America by Best Doctors; has received the Compassionate Doctor Recognition Award on four occasions; and The New York Times Magazine named him a "Superdoc.” He co-authored the book "Understanding Pregnancy and Childbirth," as well as scholarly publications on inflammatory bowel disease during pregnancy.

Among his interests and specialties is surgery for abnormal uterine bleeding, including minimally invasive surgery. He specializes in successful vaginal delivery for patients, as well as complex cesarean delivery.

E. Jacob Simhaee, MD, FACOG, offers comprehensive gynecological and prenatal care at his New York offices in Manhasset, Long Island, and Forest Hills, Queens. Board-certified OB-GYN Dr. Simhaee provides patients with contemporary, compassionate services using state-of-the-art equipment for optimal results.

Dr. Simhaee is a sole practitioner who goes the extra mile to build trusting relationships with his patients. This distinguishes him from other gynecologists and assures patients that he will be there for them every step of the way.

Nonsurgical sexual health restoration services Dr. Simhaee specializes in include O-Shot® injections, Soundwave Therapy orgasm enhancement, Votiva radiofrequency treatment, Alma® FemiLift modified fractional C02 laser therapy, VTone electrical muscle stimulation, and Morpheous8V micro-needling with radiofrequency energy.

Dr. Simhaee is an expert in women’s health problems ranging from endometriosis and uterine fibroids to menopause and urinary incontinence. He offers specialized nonpharmaceutical treatments such as percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation for urinary urgency.

Dr. Simhaee also performs numerous cosmetic procedures, including injectables like Botox®, Dysport®, and Daxxify®, and dermal fillers such as Juvéderm®, Restylane®, and Teoxane. He is an expert in the Y LIFT® technique for filler placement.

Other aesthetic treatments provided by Dr. Simhaee include Morpheus8 radiofrequency rejuvenation, micro-needling, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, and Alma® TED for hair loss. Hair growth-promoting Nutrafol products are also available.

Dr. Simhaee provides supervised weight loss management, including compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide injections with pyridoxine hydrochloride and a proper diet. The body sculpting treatment, EMSCULPT® NEO, helps patients eliminate stubborn fat pockets that can't be eliminated with other methods.

Dr. Simhaee likes to think outside the box to optimize patients’ care. He uses conservative, nonsurgical approaches where possible, including alternative and integrative medicine. He uses BioTE® bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) for hormone imbalances in men and women.

Call E. Jacob Simhaee, MD, FACOG's nearest office to schedule an appointment or request one online today.

Edward Olkowski, MD, is a board-eligible obstetrician and gynecologist at Raveco Medical in Queens, New York, with locations in Forest Hills, and Woodside. Dr. Olkowski has been with the team at Raveco Medical since 2006.

Dr. Olkowski earned his Bachelor of Science in biology from St. Joseph’s University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He went to obtain his medical degree from the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara School of Medicine in Mexico. He completed his residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at the University Behavioral Health Care at Piscataway in New Jersey, formerly known as the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, and at Jersey Shore Medical Center. 

With a career spanning almost four decades in medicine, Dr. Olkowski has served diverse populations and communities across New Jersey and in New York City. He is currently an attending physician for the OB/GYN departments at Flushing Hospital Medical Center and Long Island Jewish Forest Hills, as well as Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital in Oceanside, New York, where he holds hospital privileges. 

Dr. Olkowski is fluent in both English and Spanish. He is a member of several professional organizations, including the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, American Medical Association, and the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara Alumni Association.

Claudia Ravins, MD, is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist at Raveco Medical in Queens, New York, with three locations in Forest Hills, and Woodside.

Dr. Ravins earned her undergraduate degree in anthropology and minored in biology and chemistry at Queens College, City University of New York. She then pursued her medical degree at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ravins completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Brookdale Hospital in Brooklyn, New York, and thereafter began serving the diverse populations of New York City at several health facilities across the city. 

She previously served as the Director of the OB/GYN Department at North Shore University Hospital – Forest Hills for over 13 years and most recently served as the Director of Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgery at Flushing Hospital. Dr. Ravins is currently the Director of Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgery at Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital in Oceanside, New York, where she also holds hospital privileges.  

Dr. Ravins is affiliated with the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists, Queens County Medical Society, and American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.

Irada Shapiro, DO, is a highly experienced obstetrician and gynecologist at Raveco Medical in Queens, New York, with locations in Forest Hills, and Woodside. Dr. Shapiro is a bilingual provider, fluent in both English and Spanish. She has been with the Raveco Medical team since 2006.

Dr. Shapiro earned her Bachelor of Arts in biology from New York University, where she graduated cum laude. She graduated with her Doctor of Osteopathy from the New York University of Osteopathic Medicine in Old Westbury, New York. Afterward, she completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York, where she eventually served as Chief Resident. 

Dr. Shapiro has hospital privileges at Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital in Oceanside, New York. She is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, American Medical Association, American College of Osteopathic Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.

Steven Ravins, MD, is a skilled obstetrician and gynecologist at Raveco Medical in Queens, New York, with locations in Forest Hills, and Woodside. 

Dr. Ravins completed his bachelor’s degrees in biology and chemistry and a minor in physics at the University of Denver in Colorado. He then went on to earn his medical degree at Rosalind Franklin University, formerly known as Chicago Medical School in Illinois. He then continued his training with residencies in general surgery and anesthesiology at Brookdale Hospital in Brooklyn, New York, and a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at New York University Downtown Hospital. 

Alongside his medical career, Dr. Ravins has engaged in several successful business ventures, including starting Idealpath, Inc. in 1999, a business-to-business e-commerce utility, and KERISMA, Inc., which focused on the production of Brachytherapy applicators. He also has five patents issued by the United States Patent and Trademark Office pertaining to the KERISMA Interstitial Brachytherapy applicator and seed cartridge for the treatment of prostate cancer. In addition, he has been the Director of Marketing and Product Development for Amaxza Digital since 2015.

Dr. Ravins has hospital privileges at Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital in Oceanside, New York, and is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Forest Hills in Queens, New York. He is a member of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists.

Dr. Adam Romoff is a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist who has been in practice since 1980.

He graduated from the City College of New York and then went on to medical school at the University of Connecticut. He did a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Lenox Hill Hospital.

Dr. Romoff is the former Associate Chief of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Lenox Hill Hospital. He has also held the position of Director of Residency Education.

He has published a review of shoulder dystocia and a review of lymph node involvement in cervical cancer. He is the author of the book, Estrogen How and Why It Can Save Your Life. He is currently working on a book on the improvements in women's health care.

Dr. Romoff has taught generations of residents, including Dr. Wu. He continues to enjoy being a specialist in menopausal health, while also delivering babies.

Joan Berman, MD, has been providing personalized, compassionate gynecological care to patients in New York City for over 25 years. At her practice in the Upper East Side of Manhattan, Dr. Berman and her knowledgeable staff take pride in cultivating long-standing relationships with many patients while welcoming new ones.

Dr. Berman’s diverse medical experience includes a two-year training program in sex therapy and over 20 years consulting for Columbia University’s Student Health Center.  She believes these experiences give her a unique insight into treating and addressing complex issues many women find difficult to discuss. Dr. Berman treats patients at every stage of life from adolescence to adulthood, menopause and beyond.

Born and raised in Tucson, Arizona, Dr. Berman’s medical career began with academic excellence in her hometown. She graduated summa cum laude from the University of Arizona, where she was a Baird Scholar and inducted into Phi Beta Kappa and Phi Kappa Phi honor societies.

After earning her medical degree from the University of Arizona, Dr. Berman worked in a research laboratory, volunteered at a diabetes clinic on the Papago Reservation, and served with a surgical team in Papua New Guinea. She then chose to do her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City where she maintains privileges and is an Assistant Clinical Professor.

Dr. Berman is committed to keeping up with modern advances in medicine and regularly attends conferences for continuing education. She is a member of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and is Board Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and gynecology. Every year she takes an exam to maintain her Board certification. She is also a member of the North American Menopause Society and will be a certified Menopause practitioner.

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. 

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 :).