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.
Karen F. Brodman, MD, is a board-certified OB/GYN committed to providing quality gynecology care to women of all ages. At her office in the Upper West Side of Manhattan, New York, Dr. Brodman treats various gynecological conditions. She has a particular interest in treating vulvar disorders, colposcopy, abnormal bleeding, and pelvic pain. She is a North American Menopause Society Certified Menopause Practitioner (NCMP) with expertise in menopause and perimenopause issues.
After years of private practice on the Upper East Side of New York City, she is thrilled to be working in her new Upper West Side practice location. Dr. Brodman’s expertise is only solidified by her accolades, including board certification in obstetrics and gynecology, being a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (FACOG), and being a published author.
Dr. Brodman received a bachelor’s degree in chemistry at Douglass College at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, South Carolina. From there, she went on to complete her residency training at Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York.
Dr. Brodman is a member of the voluntary faculty and is an Assistant Clinical Professor at the Mount Sinai Hospital in Manhattan, New York, where she remains active in ongoing medical education. When she’s not treating patients, Dr. Brodman enjoys spending time with her family and friends, exercising, hiking, and crafting.
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.
Dr. Kateryna Kolesnikova is a highly skilled Obstetrician and Gynecologist affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center and Chilton Medical Center in Hackensack, NJ. With a deep commitment to women's health, Dr. Kolesnikova is also the dedicated Menopause Specialist at Women’s Pelvic Surgery of North Jersey. She provides compassionate and comprehensive care to women navigating the complexities of menopause, offering personalized treatment plans that prioritize both physical and emotional well-being.
Dr. Kolesnikova completed her residency training at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, where she served as Chief Resident. She received her M.D. from the Jacobs School of Medicine in Buffalo, NY, and is a graduate of the University of Rochester in New York. Her extensive training and expertise make her a trusted provider in a wide range of women's health concerns.
Specializing in minimally invasive surgery, Dr. Kolesnikova is proficient in treating uterine fibroids using robotic and laparoscopic techniques. She also provides expert care in contraceptive counseling, managing polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), and supporting women through menopause. Staying up to date with the latest medical standards and guidelines, Dr. Kolesnikova tailors each treatment plan to deliver the highest standard of care for her patients.
Her approach is empathetic and professional, with a strong focus on preventive care and encouraging positive lifestyle changes to enhance overall health. Dr. Kolesnikova’s dedication to patient care is evident in the prestigious awards she has received, including the 2022 AUGS (American Urogynecologic Society) Award for Excellence in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, and the 2022 SLRS (Society of Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgeons) Outstanding Achievement in Minimally Invasive Surgery.
Dr. Kolesnikova is also an accomplished researcher, with a focus on gynecological cancers, particularly how they evolve to become resistant to treatments. Her work has been published in high-impact scientific journals, contributing to advancements in the field of gynecological oncology. She was honored with the Outstanding Resident in Gynecologic Oncology award by The Society of Gynecologic Oncology for her dedication to research and medical innovation.
When she’s not caring for patients, Dr. Kolesnikova enjoys exploring diverse cuisines, hiking, playing volleyball, scuba diving, and traveling. She is fluent in English, Spanish, and Russian, and enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends. Currently, she’s also trying her hand at mastering kiteboarding!
Dr. Inga Zilberstein, MD, PLLC, is an obstetrician and gynecologist in New York City. She has been practicing on the Upper East Side of Manhattan for over 30 years and offers caring expertise and individual attention to each of her patients.
Dr. Zilberstein earned her undergraduate degree from Barnard College in New York City in 1980. She went on to receive her medical degree from New York University in 1986. Upon graduating, she completed her internship and residency in OB/GYN at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. Dr. Zilberstein holds hospital affiliation with Lenox Hill Hospital.
At her practice, Dr. Zilberstein offers a wide range of women’s health services, including MonaLisa Touch®, medical abortion, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, and labiaplasty. Dr. Zilberstein provides a wide range of obstetrical care, including prenatal care for low-risk and high-risk pregnancies, twin pregnancies, recurrent pregnancy loss, and more.
At Dr. Zilberstein's office, each pregnant patient enjoys personalized and attentive care from the first moment of their pregnancy. She and her staff establish a close and trusting relationship with a pregnant woman and her family. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Zilberstein, call the office or book a consultation online today.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Zilberstein, call the office or book a consultation online today.
“I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Inga Zilberstein. She is very thoughtful.
I had started consulting her for hormonal replacement therapy. I was doing the Biote pellets; however, the last treatment didn’t work property.
Now i’m doing and feel great thanks to Dr. Zilberstein.
She is now my Gynecologist as well.”
Dr. Kameelah Phillips is a board certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist, wife, mother, and lifelong women’s health advocate. Since high school, she has been involved in local, national, and international organizations aimed at advancing women’s health care issues through advocacy and direct patient care.
Dr. Phillips graduated from Stanford University with a degree in Human Biology with an emphasis in Women’s Health and Human Sexuality. After graduation, she worked at the San Francisco Department of Public Health in the AIDS office as a Research Assistant on HIV vaccine studies. She relocated to Los Angeles to attend the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine.
During medical school, she received numerous community service awards. She was privileged to travel to Ghana, Cuba, and Tanzania on health missions during this time. Upon completion of medical school, she attended a competitive OB/GYN residency at the New York University School of Medicine.
Dr. Ulas Bozdogan, M.D., F.A.C.O.G., is a skilled Endometriosis & Fibroid Specialist located in New York City, NY and surrounding New Jersey with the most advanced treatments for a wide range of medical issues. At Advanced Healthcare, Dr. Bozdogan uses state-of-the-art approaches for the diagnosis and treatment of endometriosis, fibroids, ovarian cysts, urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic pain.
Dr. Bozdogan has extensive experience in minimally invasive surgery including laparoscopy, robotic hysterectomy and other robot-assisted surgeries using the da Vinci surgical system, the “gold standard” in robotic surgery.
Dr. Bozdogan earned his medical degree at the Istanbul University School of Medicine, followed by a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School where he served as chief resident. A fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Bozdogan has advanced training in gynecologic and pelvic reconstruction, with a special interest in robot-assisted surgery.
A member of the Minimally Invasive Robotic Association and the American Association of Gynecology Laparoscopists, Dr. Bozdogan also acts as proctor for da Vinci Robotic Surgery, training other doctors in the innovative technique and technology at the Hackensack University Medical Center.
Dr. Bozdogan welcomes new patients and he is fluent in both English and Turkish.
Dr. Shifrin then designed his practice to curate a world of obstetrics and gynecology medicine, providing a conservative approach that offers patients the best care possible. He and his team of specialists diagnose and treat several concerns, from chronic pelvic pain to irregular bleeding. They also provide routine diagnostics, such as ultrasounds to ensure a baby’s health or a well-woman exam to safeguard the mother’s health.
The team of professionals at each location understands the importance of protecting a patient’s sexual health. They offer STD screening as a part of a routine gynecology checkup and IUDs to those wanting to prevent an unwanted pregnancy.
Dr. Shifrin protects his medical integrity as a diplomate of the American Board of OB/GYN and as a member of AMA and AAGL. He’s also fluent in English, Russian, Ukrainian, and Byelorussian.
Call or book online to schedule an appointment at Dr. Gregory Shifrin OBGYN PC today.
Dr. Shifrin then designed his practice to curate a world of obstetrics and gynecology medicine, providing a conservative approach that offers patients the best care possible. He and his team of specialists diagnose and treat several concerns, from chronic pelvic pain to irregular bleeding. They also provide routine diagnostics, such as ultrasounds to ensure a baby’s health or a well-woman exam to safeguard the mother’s health.
The team of professionals at each location understands the importance of protecting a patient’s sexual health. They offer STD screening as a part of a routine gynecology checkup and IUDs to those wanting to prevent an unwanted pregnancy.
Dr. Shifrin protects his medical integrity as a diplomate of the American Board of OB/GYN and as a member of AMA and AAGL. He’s also fluent in English, Russian, Ukrainian, and Byelorussian.
Call or book online to schedule an appointment at Dr. Gregory Shifrin OBGYN PC today.
Dr. Shifrin then designed his practice to curate a world of obstetrics and gynecology medicine, providing a conservative approach that offers patients the best care possible. He and his team of specialists diagnose and treat several concerns, from chronic pelvic pain to irregular bleeding. They also provide routine diagnostics, such as ultrasounds to ensure a baby’s health or a well-woman exam to safeguard the mother’s health.
The team of professionals at each location understands the importance of protecting a patient’s sexual health. They offer STD screening as a part of a routine gynecology checkup and IUDs to those wanting to prevent an unwanted pregnancy.
Dr. Shifrin protects his medical integrity as a diplomate of the American Board of OB/GYN and as a member of AMA and AAGL. He’s also fluent in English, Russian, Ukrainian, and Byelorussian.
Call or book online to schedule an appointment at Dr. Gregory Shifrin OBGYN PC today.
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.
Amir Shay, MD, is an experienced obstetrician and gynecologist with the team at VCAREOBGYN in the Upper East Side of Manhattan in New York City. Dr. Shay is board-certified by both the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the Israeli Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He is also affiliated with the Israeli Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
Dr. Shay earned his medical degree at Semmelweis University in Budapest, Hungary. He completed an internship at Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center in Israel and completed his residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at Meir Medical Center. Dr. Shay pursued additional residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. He then completed a rotation in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, before returning to Lenox Hill Hospital, where he is an attending physician of obstetrics and gynecology.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Shay is also an assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell University in Hempstead, New York.
Dr. Shay received the AAGL for laparoscopy surgeon awards in 2018 and was nominee of rising star of Northwell Physician Partners.
Natasha B. Santos-Piñero, MD, is an obstetrician and gynecologist offering comprehensive healthcare for women at V CARE OB/GYN in the Upper East Side of New York City. She is also a member of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists, the American Medical Association, the International Pelvic Pain Society, the American Medical Women Association, and the Golden Key International Honour Society.
Dr. Santos-Piñero’s expertise includes adolescent care, well-woman exams, and surgical consultations, along with care for perimenopause, menopause, and vulvar, vaginal, and ovarian disorders, among other highly developed skills.
Always a dedicated learner, Dr. Santos-Piñero earned her Bachelor of Science in chemistry at the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez in Puerto Rico, graduating magna cum laude. She then attended Ponce Health Sciences University in Ponce, Puerto Rico, for her Doctor of Medicine. While there, she completed a transitional residency at Damas Hospital before bringing her considerable skills to the United States. Dr. Santos-Piñero finished residency programs in obstetrics and gynecology at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center in Brooklyn and Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow, New York.
In addition to her extensive medical experience, she is certified in neonatal resuscitation program (NRP) and has contributed to numerous publications on chemistry and women’s health. She has been involved in extensive clinical research to improve the understanding of complex medical issues like endometriosis.
When Dr. Santos-Piñero isn’t providing comprehensive women’s healthcare, she enjoys active hobbies like traveling, hiking, kayaking, and snorkeling and more relaxed activities like crafting and reading. She speaks English and Spanish and welcomes new and returning patients to enjoy a higher standard of compassionate care at V CARE OB/GYN.
“My first appointment went well. The office is very clean and well staffed. However, I called to schedule a second appointment the day before, and was told 11:40am on the phone. So I arrived at that time, then saw on my phone it said 11am. I sat in the waiting room for over an hour, and that’s probably why!”
Maiquel Carrasco, MD, is a dependable obstetrician and gynecologist serving all patients at V CARE OB/GYN in the Upper East Side of New York City. He is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is committed to providing excellent medical care individualized to suit each person’s needs. He received his medical degree from the State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center.
Patients visit him for a spectrum of reasons, including routine gynecology exams, natural family planning, menstrual cramps, menopausal symptoms, irregular menstruation, ovarian cancer screenings and minimally invasive fibroid removal. He has comprehensive experience in major gynecological surgeries and he is a renowned surgeon at Lenox Hill Hospital.
His medical knowledge, expertise and passion towards his work are commendable. He concentrates on providing better healthcare and enhanced patient satisfaction. He is eager to be able to serve women at all stages of life. Dr. Carrasco is available for consultations at his private practice.
Gabriela Olaru, MD, is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist serving patients at V CARE OB/GYN in the Upper East Side of New York City. She treats women for a spectrum of sexual and reproductive health complications and provides thorough, efficient well-woman exams to adolescents and women of all ages.
Dr. Olaru attended medical school at Universitatea de Medicina si Farmacie Victor Babes Facultatea de Medicina in Timișoara, Romania. She then moved to the United States to complete her residency at Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow, New York.
Dr. Olaru has over two decades of experience treating women and helping them better understand their bodies. She primarily serves patients at V CARE OB/GYN and holds affiliation with Lenox Hill Hospital in the Upper East Side of New York City.
On a regular basis, Dr. Olaru performs breast examinations, provides diagnostic services and treatments for ovarian disorders, uterine disorders, menstrual disorders, and more. She uses her skill and expertise to provide surgeries and minimally invasive procedures like sling operations, bilateral tubal sterilization, hysterectomy, and myomectomy.
Gregory Shifrin, MD, is a skilled OB/GYN providing high-quality gynecologic surgical care at Surgery of Tomorrow, LLC, located in the Midwood neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. He has more than 30 years of experience as an OB/GYN.
Dr. Shifrin received his medical degree from Kuibyshev Medical Institute in 1981 and provided medical care in Russia for almost 10 years before immigrating to the United States in 1989 and making his home in the heart of Brooklyn.
In 1996, Dr. Shifrin opened his own private practice, where he has been providing compassionate care and personal attention to his patients while running a modern and innovative facility.
In 2016, Dr. Shifrin opened Surgery of Tomorrow, LLC, where he strives to provide patients the most cutting edge care with a focus on personal attention and compassion.
Dr. Shifrin is highly experienced in general gynecology, high- and low-risk obstetrics, minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures, vaginal reconstruction and repair, and diagnosis and treatment of infertility and sexually transmitted diseases.
Dr. Shifrin is a board certified OB/GYN who has privileges at Cornell Medical Center in Manhattan and New York Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn.
Yelena Trakhtenberg, MD, is a compassionate and patient-oriented OB/GYN serving patients at Surgery of Tomorrow, LLC, a gynecologic surgery practice located in the Midwood neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. To better serve the diverse patient population of New York City, Dr. Trakhtenberg speaks both English and Russian.
Dr. Trakhtenberg is originally from Russian and earned her medical degree from the Russian State Medical University in Moscow. She started an internship in Kaliningrad and has practiced medicine since 1998.
Dr. Trakhtenberg is an understanding physician who takes the time to get to know her patients individually so she can better understand their condition and develop an appropriate treatment plan tailored to their needs. She takes a focused and individual approach to health care, optimizing each patient's treatment by dialing in on what they need to restore their health and well being.
Her keen skill and years of experience allow her to narrow down exactly what each patient needs to achieve ideal health outcomes.
Dr. Shifrin then designed his practice to curate a world of obstetrics and gynecology medicine, providing a conservative approach that offers patients the best care possible. He and his team of specialists diagnose and treat several concerns, from chronic pelvic pain to irregular bleeding. They also provide routine diagnostics, such as ultrasounds to ensure a baby’s health or a well-woman exam to safeguard the mother’s health.
The team of professionals at each location understands the importance of protecting a patient’s sexual health. They offer STD screening as a part of a routine gynecology checkup and IUDs to those wanting to prevent an unwanted pregnancy.
Dr. Shifrin protects his medical integrity as a diplomate of the American Board of OB/GYN and as a member of AMA and AAGL. He’s also fluent in English, Russian, Ukrainian, and Byelorussian.
Call or book online to schedule an appointment at Dr. Gregory Shifrin OBGYN PC today.
Dr. Shifrin then designed his practice to curate a world of obstetrics and gynecology medicine, providing a conservative approach that offers patients the best care possible. He and his team of specialists diagnose and treat several concerns, from chronic pelvic pain to irregular bleeding. They also provide routine diagnostics, such as ultrasounds to ensure a baby’s health or a well-woman exam to safeguard the mother’s health.
The team of professionals at each location understands the importance of protecting a patient’s sexual health. They offer STD screening as a part of a routine gynecology checkup and IUDs to those wanting to prevent an unwanted pregnancy.
Dr. Shifrin protects his medical integrity as a diplomate of the American Board of OB/GYN and as a member of AMA and AAGL. He’s also fluent in English, Russian, Ukrainian, and Byelorussian.
Call or book online to schedule an appointment at Dr. Gregory Shifrin OBGYN PC today.
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