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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Our C.E.O. and founder Ms. S. Perry is a NCC Board Certified Women's Healthcare Nurse Practitioner who takes pride in the care she delivers with a special focus on your over-all patient satisfaction. She has over a decade of clinical experience in emergency medicine and women's healthcare, including a certification as a Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner (SAFE) Registered Nurse. Ms. Perry completed her undergraduate studies at The Pennsylvania State University (State College, PA) and obtained her graduate degree from The SUNY Downstate Medical Center (Brooklyn, NY). She is not only the C.E.O. of our practice, but she has also worked for clinics in underserved communities and as a registered nurse at NYU Langone Medical Center.
Ms. Perry believes that all women should have the opportunity to be properly and thoroughly educated on the fundamentals of their bodies. With patience and compassion, she also strives to provide a holistic experience that transcends medical boundaries.
“I had a visit with Dr Shatonya Perry she made me feel very comfortable to speak to and very professional I would recommend her as she is a fantastic physician.”
Juana Cuevas, MD, FACOG, is a compassionate OB/GYN that has practiced obstetrics and gynecology in New York City since 2007. She currently provides exceptional care to her patients at the Andrus office of Symphony Medical in Yonkers, New York.
Dr. Cuevas received her medical education at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine (formerly part of Yeshiva University) and completed her Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at the Long Island Jewish Medical Center. She is a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (FACOG). She serves as a mentor for OB/GYN residents in training.
Dr. Cuevas has demonstrated a commitment to women in her community throughout her career, returning to her native Bronx to provide health care and health education. She is known to go above and beyond for her patients, who often regard her as a member of the family.
Among her colleagues, she is known for her compassion and patience. She values gynecology as a gateway to women’s health, and is motivated by a desire to help women feel ownership of their well-being.
Janusz Rudnicki, MD, is an experienced OB/GYN, providing high-quality, individualized services for women at Symphony Medical’s Andrus location in Yonkers, New York.
Dr. Rudnicki specializes in all aspects of obstetrics and gynecology, with a special interest in pregnancy, post-menopausal health, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
After earning his medical degree at Medical University of Lodz in Lodz, Poland, Dr. Rudnicki went on to complete two residencies in obstetrics and gynecology.
One was at Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center in the Bronx, New York, and the other at Yale-New Haven Hospital in New Haven, Connecticut, where he also served as the chief resident. He is currently affiliated with St. John’s Riverside Hospital locations throughout New York.
Dr. Rudnicki is an active member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists, and the Westchester/Putnam County OB/GYN Society. He is the recipient of the Physician of the Year Award in Westchester County.
For the convenience of his patients, Dr. Rudnicki is fluent in both English and Polish.
Nikole Ostrov, MD, provides comprehensive gynecology services at Symphony Medical’s Andrus location in Yonkers, New York.
Dr. Ostrov has a special interest in treating women who are experiencing pelvic pain, abnormal bleeding, and sexual disorders. She also helps patients explore their options for contraception to prevent unintended pregnancies.
Dr. Ostrov is a member of the American College of Gynecology, the International Pelvic Pain Society, and the North American Menopause Society. She is the recipient of several awards from the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health, including the Super Doctors Rising Star award, the Top Doc 2020 award, and the Humanism in Medicine Award.
After earning a Bachelor of Science in biochemistry from the University of New Hampshire in Durham, New Hampshire, Dr. Ostrove went on to receive her medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York.
Dr. Ostrov completed a residency at Stony Brook University Hospital, and spent additional time there to become its first fellow in minimally invasive/robot-assisted gynecological surgery. She spent nearly a decade in a Manhattan private practice before joining Symphony Medical.
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.
Nikole Ostrov, MD, provides comprehensive gynecology services at Symphony Medical’s Andrus location in Yonkers, New York.
Dr. Ostrov has a special interest in treating women who are experiencing pelvic pain, abnormal bleeding, and sexual disorders. She also helps patients explore their options for contraception to prevent unintended pregnancies.
Dr. Ostrov is a member of the American College of Gynecology, the International Pelvic Pain Society, and the North American Menopause Society. She is the recipient of several awards from the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health, including the Super Doctors Rising Star award, the Top Doc 2020 award, and the Humanism in Medicine Award.
After earning a Bachelor of Science in biochemistry from the University of New Hampshire in Durham, New Hampshire, Dr. Ostrove went on to receive her medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York.
Dr. Ostrov completed a residency at Stony Brook University Hospital, and spent additional time there to become its first fellow in minimally invasive/robot-assisted gynecological surgery. She spent nearly a decade in a Manhattan private practice before joining Symphony Medical.
Yuzuru Anzai, MD, FACOG, is a skilled OB/GYN and the practice’s head at NY Midtown OB/GYN. Dr. Anzai provides high-quality care from offices in midtown Manhattan, New York City and the town of Mamaroneck in Westchester County, New York.
Dr. Anzai has been active in clinical practice and research since 1995, initially at NYU Langone Health and more recently at Lenox Hill Hospital. In addition, he has been involved for a number of years with the Japanese community across the United States and physicians nationwide refer him patients.
As an experienced obstetrician who has delivered over 4,000 babies, Dr. Anzai is an expert in the use of forceps and takes pride in his low Cesarean section rate. He is also fluent in minimally invasive gynecologic surgeries.
Dr. Anzai has published a number of papers on endometrial cancer, breast cancer, and hormone responsiveness. He is currently active in research regarding efforts to lower Cesarean section rates.
Professional education and training include:
Medical School, Chiba University School of Medicine (Japan)
Residency, Kitasato University Hospital (Japan)
Residency, Mount Sinai School of Medicine (New York)
Memberships include:
Fellow, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
Vice President, Japanese American Association (JAA)
Past President, Japanese Medical Society of America (JMSA)
Member, American Medical Association (AMA)
Member, New York Gynecological Society
Member, The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine
He warmly welcomes all patients into the practice and looks forward to serving them. He is fluent in English and Japanese.
Mio Sawai, MD, FACOG, is a skilled and passionate OB/GYN at NY Midtown OB/GYN. Dr. Sawai provides high-quality care from offices in midtown Manhattan, New York City and the town of Mamaroneck in Westchester County, New York.
She previously trained in Japan, where in addition to practicing OB/GYN, she experienced the fields of pediatrics, neonatal ICU, medicine, emergency medicine, radiology, and anesthesia. She chose to practice general OB/GYN to serve women throughout their adult lives.
Dr. Sawai found her strongest interests lie in high-risk pregnancies and ultimately pursued training in the United States. Much of her research has been on high-risk pregnancies, and she received the prestigious Society of Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM) Resident Award for Excellence in Obstetrics.
Dr. Sawai has an equally strong interest in gynecological surgeries and offers minimally invasive gynecologic surgeries including robotic procedures.
Her professional education and training include:
Medical school and Junior Residency, Kansai Medical University(Osaka, Japan)
Research, Division of OB/GYN at Weill Cornell Medical College (New York)
Residency, Yale New Haven Health Bridgeport Hospital (Connecticut)
Her memberships include:
American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG)
American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL)
Board Member, Japanese Medical Society of America (JMSA)
At Atlantic OB/GYN Associates, PC, in Brick, New Jersey, board-certified OB-GYN Vanita H. Patel, MD, FACOG, provides a comprehensive range of women’s health services.
Patients have access to care ranging from well-woman exams, birth control, pregnancy check-ups, and hormone replacement therapy. The practice also provides care for gynecological issues, like endometriosis and fibroids, as well as skin rejuvenation and body contouring services with Tempsure® Envi and Tempsure® Firm devices by Cynosure®.
Dr. Patel always wanted to become a doctor, and knew delivering babies was her interest. She completed her undergraduate studies at Pramukhswami Medical College in Gujarat, India, in 1999. She completed her residency in dermatology and venereology at M. P. Shah Medical College in Gujarat, India. She then completed her obstetrics and gynecology residency at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset, New York. Dr. Patel is board-certified by the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and she is affiliated with the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (who gave her a “Special Excellence in Endoscopic Procedures” award), the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin, and the American Medical Association.
She has been practicing medicine for 15 years, and she established Atlantic OB/GYN Associates, PC, in 2010. She believes the role of an OB/GYN in a woman’s life can’t be overstated, which is why she goes the extra mile to make her patients feel comfortable and build long-term relationships built on trust.
The practice is conveniently located across from Ocean Medical Center, where she has privileges, along with Jersey Shore University Medical Center. The practice welcomes patients of all ages, and they participate in most major insurance plans.
Call the office or book an appointment online today to meet the caring and compassionate team.
Focusing on minimally invasive surgery and low-stress techniques, Dr. Daniel Kushner aims to help young and old preserve their youth and improve their libido and sexual vitality at his practice, Daniel Kushner, MD, in White Plains and Queens, New York.
Dr. Kushner is dedicated to serving the gynecological and obstetrical needs of the diverse population of Westchester County, and he is fluent in Spanish, French, and Swedish.
Dr. Kushner always addresses his patients’ concerns by thoroughly exploring their history, performing comprehensive physical exams and ordering diagnostic tests. He recommends conservative treatments, such as lifestyle adjustments and medicines, before suggesting surgical treatments.
Dr. Kushner also specializes in providing patients with relief from pelvic pain, excessive or intermittent bleeding, and helping women achieve pregnancy. Furthermore, he addresses contraceptive concerns and women’s reproductive health.
After receiving his bachelor’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Kushner earned his medical degree at State University of New York Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York. He completed his residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, in the Bronx, New York.
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.
Practice
Center for Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery
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. Alecia Giovinazzo is a board certified physician in obstetrics and gynecology and a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Her practice is located in Staten Island, NY and provides care for women of all ages. Dr. Giovinazzo and her team provide prevention, diagnosis and treatment of gynecological problems as well as preconception, antepartum, and postpartum care for pregnant patients. Dr. Giovinazzo opened her own practice in 2005 with a mission to provide comprehensive healthcare to all women in office by women for women. The office was recently relocated into a beautiful new space that offers more patient rooms, on-site sonography, and parking.
Dr. Giovinazzo’s father was a small-town physician, and she traveled with him to house calls when she was young. From this experience, she learned the value of patient interaction and connection. Dr. Giovinazzo views her practice as a way to truly help women, not as a business that processes patients.
Dr. Alecia Giovinazzo is a board certified physician in OBGYN and a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Located in Staten Island, New York, Dr. Giovinazzo is committed to providing outstanding care for women of all ages in her community and beyond.
Paul Matta, DO, brings a wealth of experience and skills to his role as the medical director and CEO at Advanced Perinatal Associates in Manalapan and Little Silver, New Jersey.
Dr. Matta and his experienced team offer personalized experiences for patients who visit for preconception counseling, pregnancy-related complications, and prenatal diagnosis. Because he strongly believes in the value of the doctor-patient relationship, every patient has a direct relationship with him.
Dr. Matta earned his undergraduate degree at the State University of New York at Buffalo in Buffalo, New York. He went on to complete his medical training at the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine in Old Westbury, New York.
He completed his OB/GYN internship and residency through New York Medical College at Our Lady of Mercy Medical Center in the Bronx, New York. He then completed a fellowship at Yale University School of Medicine in New Haven, Connecticut, where he worked as a clinical instructor in the maternal-fetal medicine division of the OB/GYN department.
In addition to his extensive experience as an OB/GYN physician and educator, Dr. Matta is a published author and an invited speaker at a number of OB/GYN symposiums. He is certified in maternal-fetal medicine, obstetrics, and gynecology by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Dr. Matta gives every patient the individualized care they deserve. Call the Advanced Perinatal Associates office or click the online scheduling tool to book an appointment now.
EDUCATION
Undergraduate Education
Medical School
Internship & Residency
Fellowship
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology: Member
Society of Maternal-Fetal Medicine: Member
American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine: Member
“Our mission is to provide exceptional women's health imaging and maternal fetal medicine services with compassion, expertise, and innovation. We aim to enhance the health and quality of life for every woman by delivering personalized care, skilled professionals, and a patient-centered approach.”
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