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.
Dr. Kakossian graduated Medical School with Honors and Distinction in 1991. She completed an exchange fellowship program at Columbia University, NY in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. She graduated as Chief resident in Obstetrics & Gynecology at Lutheran Medical Center, NY.
Dr. Kakossian has done extensive research in Laparoscopic and Hysteroscopic Surgery for different gynecologic conditions and produced many publications in this field. She was trained by and operated with the professor and founder of Laparoscopic Surgery Dr. H. Reich at Columbia University, NY. She lectured at International Conferences of Gynecologic Surgeons in Las Vegas, Miami, Montreal, and Atlanta and demonstrated the latest advances in Laparoscopic surgery in Moscow, Russia.
Women’s Health has always been of primary interest of Dr. Kakossian. She created the most rewarding private practice where she enjoys a special bond with her patients while caring for them through pivotal moments of their lives. This brought another natural and yet important aspect of any woman’s life; grace and beauty. Having specially trained in many cosmetic procedures; Botox, Fillers, Laser and IPL, Dr. Kakossian now addresses her patients’ needs for both Health and Beauty in the comfort a state of the art facility equipped with the latest advances in medical technology.
Dr. Irene Kakossian is a fellow of the American College Of Obstetricians and Gynecologists; she is a member of the American Society of Gynecologic Laparoscopy, American Medical Association, and the International Society of Cosmetic Gynecology.
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.
Maria Teresa Benedetto, MD, FACOG, is a skilled and experienced OB/GYN at NY Midtown OB/GYN. Dr. Benedetto provides high quality care from offices in midtown Manhattan, New York City and the town of Mamaroneck in Westchester County, New York.
Dr. Benedetto is active in clinical practice, teaching, and research for several years and is a strong advocate for patients who desire a natural birth, and as such, she has been highly successful in achieving vaginal deliveries after cesarean sections. She specializes in several surgical procedures, including laparoscopic surgery and vaginal hysterectomy.
Dr. Benedetto has a wide range of experiences and varied interests in clinical medicine and research, translating to a passion for providing her patients with excellent individualized care.
She was instrumental in developing and expanding gynecologic care for women with special needs through the Initiative for Women with Disabilities. She also has a special devotion to adolescent patients.
Dr. Benedetto is actively involved in training medical students and residents and has received numerous teaching awards. She has published multiple journal articles, abstracts, and books on mechanisms that trigger labor, the effect of immune system stimulants on uterine cancer, and hormone receptor activity in uterine and breast cancer.
Professional education and training include:
Medical School, Residency and Fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart School of Medicine (Italy)
Research Fellowship, Mount Sinai School of Medicine (New York)
Residency, NYU School of Medicine (NYU Grossman School of Medicine)
Memberships include:
Fellow, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
Member, New York Gynecological Society
Member, The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine
Dr. Benedetto is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish.
“Dr Benedetto is a wonderful, thorough and caring doctor. She listens and understands your concerns as a patient.
Although visiting the gynecologist is not a favorite thing Dr Benedetto takes the stress out of the equation.
She is awesome!”
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)
Teresa Cheon, MD, FACOG, is a talented and passionate OB/GYN at NY Midtown OB/GYN. Dr. Cheon provides high-quality care from offices in midtown Manhattan, New York City and the town of Mamaroneck in Westchester County, New York.
Dr. Cheon proudly carries on the family tradition of Obstetrics and Gynecology, following in the footsteps of her father, an obstetrician/gynecologist, and her grandmother, who was one of the first certified midwives in her native country.
She has a special interest in the clinical management of labor and prides herself on the attention and dedication she provides her obstetric patients during the birth process and the postpartum period.
Her professional education and training include:
Undergraduate, Dartmouth College
Medical School, Mount Sinai School of Medicine (Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai)
Residency, NYU School of Medicine (NYU Grossman School of Medicine)
Her memberships include:
Fellow, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
Past President, New York Gynecological Society
Member, The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine
Dr. Cheon’s surgical expertise ranges from minimally invasive surgery to abdominal and vaginal hysterectomy. Her research interests have included the treatment of abnormal pap smears, novel methods of contraception, and prevention of delivery complications.
Sarah is a board-certified Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner, originally from Birmingham, AL. She obtained her first Bachelor of Science degree in Behavioral Neuroscience/Psychology from Washington and Lee University in Lexington, VA. During her time there, she underwent emergency medical technician training and continued to pursue her passion for healthcare. After graduating, she worked as a medical assistant at a private OB/GYN clinic in Washington, DC, where her interest in women’s healthcare blossomed. Sarah then earned her second Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Emory University, gaining valuable experience as a registered nurse in both fertility and psychiatric settings. She furthered her education by completing her Masters of Science in Nursing at Emory University, specializing in Women’s Health.
Following her graduation, Sarah joined a private gynecology practice in Atlanta, GA, before eventually relocating to New York City. Her specific areas of interest include hereditary and ovarian cancers, preventative gynecologic care, fertility, mental health awareness, and contraceptive management.
Education And Training • Emory University, Master’s of Science in Nursing • Emory University, Bachelors of Science in Nursing • Washington and Lee University, Bachelors of Science
Irada Shapiro, DO, is a highly experienced obstetrician and gynecologist at Raveco Medical in Queens, New York, with locations in Forest Hills, and Woodside. Dr. Shapiro is a bilingual provider, fluent in both English and Spanish. She has been with the Raveco Medical team since 2006.
Dr. Shapiro earned her Bachelor of Arts in biology from New York University, where she graduated cum laude. She graduated with her Doctor of Osteopathy from the New York University of Osteopathic Medicine in Old Westbury, New York. Afterward, she completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York, where she eventually served as Chief Resident.
Dr. Shapiro has hospital privileges at Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital in Oceanside, New York. She is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, American Medical Association, American College of Osteopathic Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
Claudia Ravins, MD, is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist at Raveco Medical in Queens, New York, with three locations in Forest Hills, and Woodside.
Dr. Ravins earned her undergraduate degree in anthropology and minored in biology and chemistry at Queens College, City University of New York. She then pursued her medical degree at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ravins completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Brookdale Hospital in Brooklyn, New York, and thereafter began serving the diverse populations of New York City at several health facilities across the city.
She previously served as the Director of the OB/GYN Department at North Shore University Hospital – Forest Hills for over 13 years and most recently served as the Director of Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgery at Flushing Hospital. Dr. Ravins is currently the Director of Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgery at Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital in Oceanside, New York, where she also holds hospital privileges.
Dr. Ravins is affiliated with the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists, Queens County Medical Society, and American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
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.
Through active listening and questioning I am able to deliver person-centered care to delay or prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes and to provide management and treatment of type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes or gestational diabetes.
Dr. Suzanne Fenske is passionate about empowering women to take charge of their health. She provides unparalleled integrative care for women’s health, including gynecological conditions and hormone therapy in perimenopause and menopause. As a double board-certified gynecologist and integrative medicine physician she offers a genuine, integrative approach, combining traditional medicine with botanicals, targeted supplements, and personalized lifestyle strategies.
Dr. Fenske’s passion arises from her personal experiences with hormones and health. She was diagnosed with PCOS in her 20s and followed the conventional recommendation to take birth control pills, which worsened her IBS. The IBS resolved when she stopped taking the pill, leading to a fascination with the interconnectedness of the body and how hormones respond to women’s environment, food, and stress.
Many years later, after enduring a stressful time, Dr. Fenske experienced amenorrhea (loss of menstrual cycles). When the stress calmed, and her cycles returned, she realized she was in perimenopause and was inspired to learn more about the struggles every woman faces as her hormones change in mid-life. She made it her passion and career to be educated in different approaches to healthcare and wellbeing. Dr. Fenske is a dedicated physician who firmly believes in offering excellent and sound medical care to all of her patients. She understands that every patient has unique needs and preferences, and therefore, she always takes a patient-centered approach to healthcare.
Dr. Fenske lives on Long Island, New York, with her daughters, husband, and dog, Lola. She loves reading, meditation, exercise, yoga, cooking and is passionate about continuous learning.
“As an ob/gyn physician, I love the chance to partner with my patients on so many levels - to take part in both the joys and sorrows of female health. If I can help just one person truly get healthier, I will have served my purpose. I feel so lucky to have found something I love to do” - Anna Barbieri, MD
Anna Barbieri, MD, is a double board-certified gynecologist and integrative medicine physician, as well as a specialist in menopause medicine. In her New York City practice located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, her passion is truly personalized, modern holistic care of women. From preventive care to complex gynecologic issues such as PCOS or fibroids, Dr. Barbieri partners with her patients to help them maintain or restore optimal gynecologic and hormonal health. Dr. Barbieri also has special expertise in navigating menopause, where she focuses on each patient by customizing nutrition, lifestyle, and use of hormonal (including bioidentical) or nonhormonal treatments when appropriate. Blending the best of conventional and evidence-based holistic approaches including select mind-body, supplement, and nutritional techniques alongside medications and surgery, Dr. Barbieri believes in medical care that relies on a trusted personal patient/doctor relationship that explores the best healing methods for each patient.
Dr. Barbieri is double board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the American Board of Integrative Medicine. She completed her residency in OBGYN at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City, where she is now an Assistant Clinical Professor and a member of the Mount Sinai Center of Excellence for menopause. She also completed a fellowship in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, and the Integrative Medicine fellowship under the direction of Dr. Andrew Weil at the University of Arizona School of Medicine.
She is also a Certified Menopause Practitioner by the North American Menopause Society and has been named a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for the New York Metro Area.
She is also the founding physician of Elektra Health, a digital platform for menopause education, support and community.
In her spare time, Dr. Barbieri loves to spend time with her family, her dog Remy, hike, grow tomatoes, and listen to music. Her favorite musical artist is Freddie Mercury.
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.
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.
Ellen received her undergraduate degree in molecular biology from Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, NY. She earned her masters degree in Physician Assistant Studies from SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY.
Upon completing a post graduate Emergency Department Fellowship, she transitioned into OBGYN to follow her passion for Obstetrics and Women's Health. She places emphasis on health education, preventative care, diagnosis, and treatment of women to have a positive impact on their lives.
Ellen is originally from Upstate New York. In her free time she enjoys playing field hockey, hiking, cooking, traveling, and spending time with family.
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.
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.