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Amir Shay, MD, is a highly skilled, board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist at VCARE OBGYN on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Known for his advanced surgical expertise and warm, patient-centered approach, Dr. Shay provides comprehensive women’s health care with a focus on safety, comfort, and exceptional outcomes.
Expert in Robotic & Minimally Invasive Surgery
Dr. Shay is recognized for his proficiency in robotic gynecologic surgery using the da Vinci® Surgical System. With advanced training in minimally invasive techniques, he is dedicated to offering women safer procedures, smaller incisions, faster recovery, and less pain. Patients seek him out for complex robotic procedures including hysterectomy, endometriosis treatment, ovarian surgery, myomectomy, and more.
His advanced surgical training includes a dedicated rotation in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, one of the nation’s top surgical programs.
Education & Training
Dr. Shay earned his medical degree from Semmelweis University in Budapest, Hungary. He completed:
Internship at Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center (Israel)
Residency in OB/GYN at Meir Medical Center (Israel)
Additional U.S. residency training at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City
Today, he serves as an attending physician at Lenox Hill Hospital and brings extensive clinical and surgical experience to his patients every day.
Awards & Professional Recognition
Dr. Shay is board-certified by:
The American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
The Israeli Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
He is affiliated with the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the Israeli Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and serves as an assistant professor at Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.
His commitment to surgical excellence has earned him multiple recognitions, including the AAGL Laparoscopic Surgeon Award (2018) and nomination as a Rising Star of Northwell Physician Partners.
A Personalized Approach to Women’s Health
Patients appreciate Dr. Shay’s gentle bedside manner, clear communication, and dedication to individualized care. Whether providing routine OB/GYN services or highly specialized robotic surgery, he combines advanced medical expertise with genuine compassion.
Dr. Shay welcomes women from all backgrounds and at every stage of life, offering expert care with respect, empathy, and integrity.
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.
“This doctor is great but they did not give me any warning that she would not be at the practice today after confirming my appointment the day before. It is unprofessional and upsetting that the lack of communication caused me to waste an entire morning. Please give me a warning next time- happy to reschedule.”
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.
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.
Dr. Kevin Jovanovic, a board-certified surgeon in Obstetrics and Gynecology, is trained in the newest and most advanced laparoscopy and hysteroscopy surgical techniques. Laparoscopy has transformed gynecology, cutting recovery time and eliminating much of the pain associated with traditional gynecological surgery. As a testament to his expertise, Dr. Jovanovic received Yale University's Outstanding Laparoscopic Surgeon Award in 2004. In addition, he has been exceptionally trained in high-risk obstetrics, infertility, chronic pelvic pain, and urogynecology (treating incontinence). He was recently appointed as an Associate Professor of Obstetrics/Gynecology at Lenox Hill Hospital.
Dr. Jovanovic’s interest in women’s health led to his completing the prestigious Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation Institute fellowship in Beverly Hills, California with Dr. David Matlock. He has since founded the Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation Institute of New York City. Vaginal rejuvenation is a rapidly growing field within gynecology. Women are seeking answers to help them restore or maintain good sexual function, and with today’s modern medical technology, Dr. Jovanovic provides answers and options in this specialization.
Dr. Jovanovic is not only specialized in obstetrics and gynecology -- he has received extensive post-graduate training in Cosmetic Surgery including Tumescent Liposuction, Botox/Filler, Laser Hair and Vein Removal, and Sclerotherapy. In 2006, he received the 2006 Top Plastic Surgeons Award in the field of cosmetic surgery.
He completed four years of training at Yale University School of Medicine in New Haven, CT, where he helped run the Yale University Women’s Center, which serves over 35,000 patients a year. He graduated with honors from Duke University in Durham, North Carolina and the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in Bronx, New York.
Dr. Radoslav Jovanovic, founder of the Manhattan Laser Center for Vein Treatment, is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and has been treating women and men on the Upper East Side for over 30 years.
His intensive training in phlebology, ultrasound, and laser therapy gives him the unique ability to completely understand the causes and treatments of all types of vascular disease, in all areas of the body. He brings considerable warmth and understanding to every patient’s care.
Dr. Jovanovic graduated from the University of Belgrade in Serbia, Yugoslavia. After emigrating from Serbia in the late 1960s, he completed his training at the State University of New York Health Science Center in Brooklyn, NY.
Publications:
Antifungal agents vs. boric acid for treating chronic mycotic vulvovaginitis, THE JOURNAL OF REPRODUCTIVE MEDICINE, 1991
Preventing infection related to insertion of an intrauterine device, THE JOURNAL OF REPRODUCTIVE MEDICINE, 1988
Experimental meconium aspiration in guinea pigs, OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY, 1989
Serial Serum potassium and glucose levels during treatment of premature labor with oral terbutaline, INT.J. GYNECOL. OBSTET, 1985
Obstetric management when normoglycemia is maintained in diabetic pregnant women with vascular compromise, AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY, 1984
Dr. Barbieri is a board-certified gynecologist and a certified menopause practitioner with advanced training in integrative medicine, dedicated to delivering truly personalized, patient-centered care. She specializes in perimenopause and menopause management, tailoring nutrition, lifestyle strategies, and hormonal and non-hormonal treatments to each patient’s unique needs.
As the founder of an integrative women’s health practice in New York City, Dr. Barbieri provides expert care in gynecology and women’s hormonal health. Her practice also offers specialized support in the areas of sexual medicine, nutrition, cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia, and integrative primary care, as well as dedicated care for women at high risk for or recovering from cancer.
Dr. Barbieri completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City, where she now serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor and Clinical Strategy Leader for the upcoming Rowan Center for Women’s Health and Wellness. She is a certified menopause practitioner through the Menopause Society and a fellow of the University of Arizona’s Integrative Medicine fellowship. She lives in NJ with her husband and two daughters, and enjoys both growing heirloom tomatoes and NYC culture sometimes on the same day.
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.
Grace C. Iparraguirre, MD, is a compassionate and dedicated OB/GYN physician committed to providing exceptional, patient-centered women’s health care. She brings a thoughtful, evidence-based approach to every stage of her patient’s lives–from adolescence through motherhood and beyond– blending clinical excellence with genuine empathy and understanding.
Dr. Iparraguirre earned her Doctorate of Medicine from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, where she completed research recognized at the national level as well as participated in several organizations such as Latino Medical Student Associations. Her experiences ultimately led her to find her passion for women’s health and advocacy.
Following medical school, she completed her Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, New Jersey, where she served as Research Chief Resident and received multiple academic awards for excellence in clinical performance. Her professional interests include minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, preventive women’s health, and community education in reproductive and maternal wellness.
Deeply connected to her patients and community, Dr. Iparraguirre is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to deliver care that is both accessible and culturally attuned. She is passionate about empowering women with knowledge and confidence regarding their health, and she strives to ensure every patient feels heard, respected, and supported.
“She was amazing ! She made us feel right at home. Especially since it’s our first baby I felt so comfortable with her. She was very informative and answered every question. She made me feel special”
As a practicing OB/GYN with more than 17 years of experience, Elizabeth Ramirez, MD, FACOG, is proud to provide health care to women at every stage of their lives at Jersey Women’s Care Center in Jersey City and Fair Lawn, New Jersey. At the practice, she speaks both English and Spanish.
Dr. Ramirez completed her higher education upon graduating from Universidad Central del Este, in the Dominican Republic, in 1993. From there, she emigrated to the United States and began her surgical fellowship at North Shore University Hospital, affiliated with Hofstra University, located in Manhasset, New York. She continued her residency at Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center in the OB/GYN Department, where she became the administrative chief resident.
Dr. Ramirez is highly advanced in minimally invasive gynecological surgery. Some of the services Dr. Ramirez performs include robotic hysterectomy, endometrial biopsy, and others, which Dr. Ramirez performs using minimal or local anesthesia only.
As a natural leader, Dr. Ramirez is involved in many professional organizations with like-minded individuals. She is active in the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, American Medical Women’s Association, American Medical Society, and more. She is also affiliated with Christ Hospital and Jersey City Medical Center to further help women in the community.
“She was amazing ! She made us feel right at home. Especially since it’s our first baby I felt so comfortable with her. She was very informative and answered every question. She made me feel special”
Huiying Hou, MD, has been practicing as an OB/GYN at Jersey Women’s Care Center in Fair Lawn and Jersey City, New Jersey, since 2015. She was selected to work as an OB/GYN at Jersey Women’s Care Center from the highly prestigious Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program at the Cleveland Clinic, ending her fourth year in residency in 2015.
Setting out on her path to becoming an OB/GYN, Dr. Hou started her undergraduate degree at the University of Maryland in College Park, Maryland, and graduated with a biology/pre-med degree in 2006. From there, she went on to earn her doctor of medicine degree at MSHMC Penn State University College of Medicine in Hershey, Pennsylvania, in 2011.
Dr. Hou has given award-winning published presentations on subjects ranging from laparoscopic hysterectomy to endometrial cancer and bilateral salpingectomy.
As a proud Asian American, Dr. Hou has been a member of many volunteer organizations such as the Multicultural Awareness Club, Asian Pacific American Medical Student Association, and others.
“She was amazing ! She made us feel right at home. Especially since it’s our first baby I felt so comfortable with her. She was very informative and answered every question. She made me feel special”
Dr. Hui Ying Hou, MD
OB-GYN
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Dr. Daniel Roshan, MD
Maternal & Fetal Medicine OB-GYN 20.8 mi
Daniel F. Roshan, MD, FACOG, FACS, specializes in maternal-fetal medicine, demonstrating an expertise in high-risk pregnancies that’s well known in New York City and beyond, as women needing chorionic villus sampling are referred to him from across the country. He truly considers it an honor to take exceptional care of his patients with high-risk pregnancies at his practice, Rosh Maternal & Fetal Medicine in the Midtown East area of New York City.
Dr. Roshan specializes in recurrent pregnancy losses, preterm labor, multiple pregnancies, thrombophilia and pregnancy, and performing cerclage procedures. He also offers experienced medical care for women faced with chronic disease during pregnancy.
After receiving his medical degree from Tel Aviv University, Dr. Roshan then received residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn and completed a fellowship in maternal-fetal medicine at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore. He’s board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and is an active member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists as well as the American College of Surgeons.
Dr. Roshan stays active as a member of many professional organizations, including Johns Hopkins Medical and Surgical Society, Johns Hopkins Howard Kelly Society, the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine, the American Society for Human Genetics, the Society for Gynecologic Investigation, Bellevue OB/GYN Society, and the New York Obstetrics Society. He’s also the founder of the Sephardic American Medical Society.
Dr. Roshan has published over 50 research abstracts and presented original research papers at numerous scientific societies such as: The Society for Gynecological Investigation, the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and the American Institute for Ultrasound in Medicine.
Shira Plonka is a board certified Genetic Counselor at ROSH Maternal Fetal Medicine. Additionally, she is a member of the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC); she earned her Master of Science in Human Genetics from Sarah Lawrence College. Prior to receiving her master’s, Shira received an honors degree in psychology and social work from University of Waterloo. Shira has held internships in many of New York City’s top hospitals, acquiring a broad exposure to many disciplines and specialties, including cancer and pediatric genetics.
Shira focuses on preconception and prenatal genetic counseling: carrier screening, prenatal genetic screening and diagnostic testing. She provides information about the risks of chromosome abnormalities, birth defects, genetic conditions, and teratogen exposure to individuals, couples or families. Shira is committed to informing patients about potential genetic risks, enabling them to make informed decisions for a current or future pregnancy in a supportive and non-directive environment. This process assists patients in making the best choices for themselves in the framework of their personal and cultural beliefs.
Please call any of our offices to make an appointment with Shira, today!
Dr. Marjon Mobasseri grew up in Ohio and graduated from Case Western Reserve University where she studied Biomedical Engineering. She earned her medical degree from the University of Toledo College of Medicine, after which she completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at The Brooklyn Hospital Center.
In addition to providing the full range of obstetric and gynecologic services, Dr. Mobasseri is active in research and community wellness projects. With each patient visit she strives to provide an environment of comfort and cooperation, and she looks forward to delivering optimal care to you.
In her free time, Dr. Mobasseri enjoys spending time with family and traveling. In addition to English, she is fluent in Persian.
Dr. John Migotsky is a Board-certified OB/GYN, and a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He comes to ROSH Maternal-Fetal medicine with 16 years of experience. After graduating from Brown University with a degree in neuroscience, Dr. Migotsky conducted research in maternal/child health and perinatal epidemiology with the Rhode Island Department of Health. He received his medical degree at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. Then he completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Winthrop University Hospital in Mineola, NY. Prior to his work with ROSH, he worked in private practice in Westchester, NY and was affiliated with Greenwich Hospital and Lenox Hill Hospital.
Dr. John Migotsky is committed to providing high-quality care to patients by listening to their concerns, addressing their needs and providing insightful remedies and recommendations. He has delivered thousands of babies including many vaginal births after Cesarean section (VBAC). His team approach encompasses gynecologic oncology, infertility and urogynecology. In addition, he has comprehensive experience performing gynecologic surgery. His warm and sensitive care insures a successful outcome.
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.