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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.

Jennifer Wu, MD, is a practicing board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist in New York City. She sees patients at Women's Health of Manhattan located in the Upper East Side.

Dr. Wu graduated from Harvard University with a Bachelor of Arts in romance languages and literature. She went on to earn her medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina. After graduation, Dr. Wu completed her OB/GYN residency training at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City.

She was recognized for four years as the winner of the Dr. Frederick Silverman Award for academic achievement. She also received the Dr. Marvin P. Zuckerman Award for excellence in surgery and the Lenox Hill Hospital Excellence in Research Award.

She is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is also a member of the American Medical Association, the Medical Society of the State of New York, and the New York County Medical Society.

Welcome to Women's Health of Manhattan

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Jennifer Wu, MD and the highly trained, compassionate team at Women's Health of Manhattan provide individualized and dedicated care to women and girls ages 12 and older. Their accommodating OB/GYN practice on the Upper East Side of Manhattan in New York City offers complete obstetric and gynecological care for all chapters of a woman’s life.

From routine screenings like Pap smears and STD testing to minimally invasive surgery, Women's Health of Manhattan covers the full spectrum of gynecological services. They provide surgical and non-invasive treatments for a wide range of women’s health conditions, like uterine fibroids, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and endometriosis.

The team at Women's Health of Manhattan also provides comprehensive obstetrics care from pregnancy through childbirth and beyond, including in-office ultrasounds. Women transitioning through menopause can find relief from uncomfortable symptoms and restore their youthful vitality with hormone replacement therapy and vaginal rejuvenation.

For excellent OB/GYN care in a comfortable environment, call Women's Health of Manhattan, or request an appointment online today.

Leon Nitkin is a top-ranked ob/gyn providing compassionate, state-of-the-art care for women from throughout Brooklyn, NY. With offices in both Brighton Beach and New York, Dr. Nitkin makes it easy and convenient for women to get the care they need to enjoy the best health possible at every age, from adolescence through menopause.

Board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Nitkin has extensive experience treating a wide array of obstetric and gynecological issues, including uterine fibroids, heavy menstrual bleeding, sexually-transmitted diseases and unplanned pregnancies, offering safe, confidential pregnancy termination options including both surgical options and the RU486 “abortion pill.” In addition, he provides gynecological care for adolescents as well as minimally-invasive in-office diagnostic evaluations and second opinion consultations to help women make the most informed decisions possible about their care.

Dr. Nitkin is committed to providing each patient with the broadest array of care options so every patient can feel confident in her care and her health. The practice's Safe Option program was created to enable women to take the steps they need to terminate unplanned pregnancies without worrying about judgment or recriminations. As a leading care provider in New York City, Dr. Nitkin's goal is to provide the highest-quality care with a compassionate approach aimed at helping every woman feel relaxed and empowered.

Dr. Nitkin completed his medical degree at Perm State Medical Academy, followed by two residencies in obstetrics and gynecology, including one at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center and a second at the State University of New York (SUNY), Downstate Medical Center.

Dr. Nitkin welcomes new patients as well as walk-in patients. He speaks English, Russian and Polish, and the practice accepts most major types of insurance plans.

Genia Bekker, MD, FACOG, FACS, offers comprehensive care to the women in the Sheepshead Bay section of Brooklyn, New York. As a board-certified OB/GYN, Dr. Bekker strives to provide the highest quality gynecological care to women in all stages of life, with the compassion and professionalism they deserve.

With nearly 20 years of experience as a gynecologist, Dr. Bekker has published several scientific articles in the field and has even presented her work at numerous professional meetings around the world.

Today, she is fellow of both the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the American College of Surgeons, certified in minimally invasive gynecological procedures like endometrial ablation, TVT™ (a female urinary incontinence treatment), and more.

Extremely active both clinically and surgically, Dr. Bekker is highly trained in all aspects of women’s health, allowing her to handle all of a woman’s gynecological needs.

Since launching Advanced Gynecology & Surgery in 2006, along with Faina Akselrod, MD, FACOG, FACS, Dr. Bekker has made it her personal mission as a gynecologist to provide comprehensive obstetric and gynecological care to all women.

For more information about the services Dr. Bekker has to offer, call Advanced Gynecology & Surgery today or schedule an appointment online.

Faina Akselrod, MD, FACOG, FACS, is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology. At Advanced Gynecology & Surgery in the Sheepshead Bay section of Brooklyn, New York. She focuses on providing individualized gynecologic care to women of all ages.

Dr. Akselrod earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from the State University of New York, Health Sciences Center at Brooklyn before going on to receive training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Nassau University Medical Center.

Shortly after completing her training, Dr. Akselrod was sought out to serve as the medical center’s director of family planning and colposcopy. While in this prestigious role, Dr. Akselrod greatly contributed to national and international clinical research in the fields of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Oncology.

Today, she is a fellow of both the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the American College of Surgeons.

Dr. Akselrod always places the doctor/patient relationship above all else, striving to ensure that all of her patients receive the individualized care they deserve. That’s why she and Genia Bekker, MD, FACOG, FACS, launched Advanced Gynecology & Surgery in 2006.

Together Dr. Akselrod and Dr. Bekker provide quality gynecological care to women of all ages, taking advantage of the most advanced technology in the medical field.

Call Advanced Gynecology & Surgery today or schedule an appointment online to learn more about the services Dr. Akselrod has to offer.

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.

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.

Sagar Patel, MD, OBGYN has obstetrics and gynecology in his genes. Born and raised in New Jersey as the son of a well-respected OBGYN, Dr. Patel now offers board-certified obstetric and gynecological services to all women in Monmouth County and surrounding areas at his private practice in Holmdel, New Jersey.

A true Jersey boy, Dr. Patel completed his entire medical training at some of the Garden State's most distinguished academic institutions. After graduating with distinction from Stevens Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Science, Dr. Patel finished his medical degree at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

He remained at Robert Wood Johnson to complete his residency, where he was honored all four years with the prestigious Best Teacher Award and named Chief Resident in 2008.

When it comes to serving expecting mothers, Dr. Patel's philosophy focuses on patience. He prefers to let nature run its course and believes that a mother should deliver her baby when both are ready, without unnecessary labor inductions.

He specializes in minimally invasive diagnostic and surgical procedures to ensure the best possible outcome for his patients. Dr. Patel also performs his in-office ultrasounds to offer guidance and answer any questions during women's sonograms.

Dr. Patel offers a full spectrum of women's health services, including pap tests, contraception, STD testing, therapeutic Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure (LEEP), and sterilization.

When he isn't with patients, Dr. Patel loves spending time with his wife, a radiation oncologist, their three children, and their two Yorkshire Terriers, Gizmo and Chewy, at their home in Colts Neck, New Jersey.

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Dr. Stephanie Buck-Haskin is a leading obstetrician and gynecologist, dedicated to providing state-of-the-art care to patients in Great Neck, NY, and Rego Park, Queens, NY. Board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Buck-Haskin has extensive experience in the most effective and safest techniques for treating many issues affecting women's health, including well woman exams, testing for sexually-transmitted diseases (STDs), contraception services, treatments for abnormal uterine bleeding and pelvic pain, menopause care, and treatments for heavy menstrual bleeding and genital warts, including endometrial ablation and the loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP).

Dr. Buck-Haskin earned her medical degree at New York Medical College, followed by an internship and residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Brookdale Hospital Medical Center. In addition to her private practice, she is also affiliated with the Long Island Jewish Medical Center and North Shore University Hospital. Committed to providing her patients with the highest-quality of care, Dr. Buck-Haskin maintains an active membership in the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and is also active in pursuing continuing education credits to expand her knowledge of new and emerging techniques and procedures.

As a top-rated gynecologist and obstetrician, Dr. Buck-Haskin works closely with each patient she treats to ensure every woman receives the individual attention and care she needs, based on her unique medical needs, stage of life and other factors, so patients can enjoy optimal health and wellness and can feel confident in the care they receive.

Dr. Buck-Haskin speaks both English and Spanish, and she welcomes new patients at her practice on Northern Boulevard in Great Neck. The practice accepts most major medical insurance plans.

Ayesha provides comprehensive women’s healthcare (well-woman care/gyn, family planning, prenatal care, labor & birth, and postpartum care) in New York City. She came to midwifery after working in gynecology and education. She is passionate about partnering with women and their families to help them achieve their best health, pregnancy, and birth experiences. All women deserve compassionate, culturally sensitive, and skilled care throughout their lives. Ayesha attained a degree in medicine in 2010 from a Caribbean medical school. She then went on to pursue her Master of Business Administration (Atlanta, GA). Ayesha completed her CNM training from Frontier Nursing University.

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.

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.

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

NJ Medical Association: Member

 

HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS

HMH Jersey Shore University Medical Center

HMH Riverview Medical Center

HMH Ocean Medical Center

CentraState Medical Center

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.