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John Scaffidi, MD, is a board-certified gynecologist and medical bariatrician (weight loss specialist) at Lehigh Valley Weight Loss in Allentown and Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Scaffidi takes great pleasure in providing his patients with high-quality integrative care.
Dr. Scaffidi received his Bachelor’s in Science degree from Lehigh Valley’s (Allentown’s) prestigious Muhlenberg College with honors in biology and psychology. He was awarded a coveted membership into Psi Chi, the National Psychology Honor Society, in 1983.
Next, he accomplished a master’s program in Applied Human Physiology while participating in research with the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
This was followed by medical school at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) at their leading medical center, Cooper Hospital University Medical Center in Camden, where he obtained his medical degree again, with honors.
Dr. Scaffidi completed his Internship and Residency at the nationally recognized Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, in Livingston, New Jersey. He culminated his training by serving as chief resident.
During this time, he participated in research and published several papers on various topics concerning obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive medicine. He also served as the state and national district III representative for the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG).
Since then, Dr. Scaffidi has been in private practice committed to training other professionals by teaching doctors, residents, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, medical students and nurses. He has been on staff at DeSales Unversity, King's College, Drexel University, and others.
He has also extensively lectured on multiple topics in obstetrics, gynecology, and bariatrics to physicians, nurses, and the general public, while furthering his education on a constant basis with the sole purpose of improving others’ lives and pushing new frontiers in patient care.
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Lehigh Valley Weight Loss, Women's Health & Aesthetics
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.
Shilpa M. Clott, MD, FACOG, is a highly experienced obstetrician and gynecologist providing reproductive health care to women in Warren, New Jersey, and the surrounding communities of Clark, Westfield, Cranford, Edison, and Essex County from her private practice, Somerset Women’s Care.
As a solo practitioner in the ever-changing world of medicine, she provides a unique, personalized approach to women’s special health care needs. She offers the expertise, attention, and respect every woman deserves when it comes to gynecological and obstetrics services.
Dr. Clott earned her medical doctorate from the Hahnemann University School of Medicine in Philadelphia and went on to complete her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, New Jersey.
Board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, she is also proud to serve as a fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
Dr. Clott is an active member of the community in which she practices and lives with her husband and two children.
Dr. Francine Hyman is a board-certified OBGYN with 14 years of dedicated practice, focusing on women's wellness, hormone health, and comprehensive care for women across all ages, including pregnancy. With a deep understanding of the intricacies of women's reproductive health, Dr. Hyman provides personalized care tailored to each woman's unique needs. Her expertise in hormone health, particularly related to menopause and perimenopause, allows her to address a wide range of issues such as hormonal imbalances, hot flashes, mood changes, and bone health. Dr. Hyman’s compassionate and patient-centered approach ensures that women receive the highest quality of care throughout all stages of life.
Melissa Camiolo, MD, is a board-certified specialist in obstetrics and gynecology at Advanced Obstetrics & Gynecology, LLC, with locations in Lebanon, Branchburg, and two offices in Flemington, New Jersey. There, she frequently counsels women about preconceptions and preventive care. She also takes special interests in infertility, fertility awareness, abnormal uterine bleeding and fibroids, pelvic floor relaxation, and minimally invasive surgery.
After growing up in Louisville, Kentucky, Dr. Camiolo attended Georgetown College in Georgetown, Kentucky, for her undergraduate education. After graduating, she returned to Louisville to attend the University of Louisville School of Medicine as a Trover Scholar and finished her medical degree in 2010.
Following medical school, Dr. Camiolo completed her residency at Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. There, she developed a special interest in diabetic populations and improving their fetal care with group care. She uses the valuable skills she learned during her education and residency at Advanced Obstetrics & Gynecology, LLC.
Outside of work, Dr. Camiolo enjoys spending time with her husband, who is originally from the area, and their four children. She loves being outdoors and enjoys entertaining guests in her home.
Denise M. Pisatowski, MD, is a board-certified OB/GYN at Advanced Obstetrics & Gynecology, LLC in Flemington and Lebanon, New Jersey. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Pisatowski is genuinely passionate about her patients.
Dr. Pisatowski graduated from Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, with a bachelor’s in biology. She later completed her medical school training at Rutgers Medical School in Newark, New Jersey, and finished her OB/GYN residency training at Saint Peter’s Hospital in New Brunswick.
A fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, a diplomate of the National Board of Medical Examiners, and board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Pisatowski’s reputation precedes her. She practices throughout the full gynecologic spectrum, including special interests in vulvar disease, contraception, PCOS, abnormal uterine bleeding, menopause, and hysteroscopy.
Outside of her work, she loves spending time with her family, enjoys gardening, and playing tennis.
To work with Dr. Pisatowski, contact Advanced Obstetrics & Gynecology, LLC by calling or using the online booking tool to schedule an appointment.
Manisha Abeysinghe, MD, is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist with an additional board certification in anti-aging and regenerative medicine practicing at Advanced Obstetrics & Gynecology, LLC, with locations in Lebanon, Branchburg, and two offices in Flemington, New Jersey. Dr. Abeysinghe has a diverse range of experience and expertise, taking special interests in minimally invasive surgery, general obstetrics, and health and wellness optimization.
Dr. Abeysinghe attended Ohio University in Athens, Ohio, for her undergraduate studies. For her medical education, she attended Ohio State University College of Medicine in Columbus, Ohio. Then, she completed her residency at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio.
Shortly after she finished her residency, Dr. Abeysinghe moved to Singapore with her husband for his job. While she was there, she was a medical advisor and flight doctor for International SOS, the world’s largest medical assistance company. She also spent time in Singapore studying Ayurveda and other Eastern medicine techniques.
Throughout her career, Dr. Abeysinghe has received awards and recognition for her skills and her notable compassion for patients in her care, including Healthy Living’s New Jersey Top Doctor, multiple Patient Choice Awards, an outstanding laparoscopic surgery award, and a most compassionate doctor award.
Today, Dr. Abeysinghe is affiliated with many organizations of her professional peers. She is active with the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons, the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists, the American Board of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine, and the Asia-Pacific Association of Gynecologic Endoscopy. She is also a Reiki I and Reiki II master and holds an ayurvedic degree from the Institute of Ayurvedic and Integrative Medicine.
Dr. Abeysinghe has been named a Top Doctor in New Jersey by Castle Conolly for the past several years including in 2023.
Outside of her work, Dr. Abeysinghe enjoys traveling with her husband and two children, cooking, and reading.
Jimena Rivas, MD, is a compassionate board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist at Advanced Obstetrics & Gynecology, LLC, with locations in Lebanon, Branchburg, and two offices in Flemington, New Jersey. She takes special interests in general obstetrics, high-risk obstetrics, menopause management, abnormal uterine bleeding, sexual dysfunction, and contraception.
For her medical education, Dr. Rivas attended Universidad de Caldas in Manizales, Colombia. She stayed there for a residency at Rita Arango Alvarez del Pino Medical Center before moving to the United States for further residency training at Morristown Medical Center and Overlook Medical Center in Morristown, New Jersey. She was named chief resident at Morristown Medical Center, earned a clinical excellence award in obstetrics, and received the Finn and Kim Wentworth Award for the resident of the year.
Since much of Dr. Rivas’s training was at a level III maternity center, she is highly skilled in managing healthy and high-risk pregnancies. Today, she is a Fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. She is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Rivas made the Castle Connolly's Top Hispanic and Latino Doctor List in 2023. She was one of the 234 doctors, across 32 states and 60 specialties that Castle Connolly recognized as exceptional doctors within the Hispanic communities who have demonstrated outstanding expertise, patient care, and contibutions to the field of healthcare.
Outside of her work, Dr. Rivas enjoys caring for her beloved three small children and spends lots of time with them outdoors. She also enjoys crafting, cooking, and dancing in her free time.
Seth Rubin, MD, is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist at Advanced Obstetrics & Gynecology, LLC, with locations in Lebanon, Branchburg, and two offices in Flemington, New Jersey. He strives to connect with his patients and provides a wide variety of treatments for uterine fibroids, menopause, infertility, and high-risk obstetrics.
Dr. Rubin attended the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he graduated summa cum laude in 1985. For medical school, he attended Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx, New York. There, he completed an honors research project in obstetrics and gynecology.
After finishing his schooling, Dr. Rubin returned to Philadelphia to complete his residency at the hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He has been in practice since 1993, shortly after he finished his residency training in obstetrics and gynecology.
Dr. Rubin’s expertise, skill, and dedication earn frequent recognition from his peers and patients. Since 2008, his peers have elected him as a top doctor in New Jersey annually. He has also received awards from New Jersey Monthly and U.S. News.
At Advanced Obstetrics & Gynecology, LLC, Dr. Rubin uses his extensive training to perform advanced minimally invasive procedures. He helps women with birth control management, menopause, urinary incontinence, endometriosis, and an array of other sexual and reproductive health matters.
Outside of work, Dr. Rubin enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters. The family enjoys outdoor activities like hiking and canoeing as well as cultural events like theater and concerts.
Dr. Seth M. Rubin has consistently been nominated Top Doctor in New Jersey with both Castle Connolly and New Jersey Monthly publications for the past 17 years including 2024!
Patricia Ardise, MD, is a trusted, board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist at Advanced Obstetrics & Gynecology, LLC, with locations in Lebanon, Branchburg, and two offices in Flemington, New Jersey. She has a special talent for educating her patients and walking them through their care at every step. With special interests in general and high-risk obstetrics, cervical pathology and colposcopy, minimally invasive surgery, and adolescent medicine, Dr. Ardise works tirelessly to meet patients’ needs at all ages and levels of health.
Dr. Ardise attended Georgetown University in Washington, DC for her undergraduate education, where she graduated in 1995. For her medical education, she attended the State University of New York at Stony Brook in Stony Brook, New York. After completing her residency training there, from 2004-2008, she became an assistant professor in the department of obstetrics and gynecology. During her residency, she earned both the Martin Stone MD Resident of the Year Award and the resident achievement award from the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons.
In addition to teaching future obstetricians and gynecologists, Dr. Ardise has published her own research regarding fetal well-being in the Journal of Maternal-Fetal and Neonatal Medicine. She is also a Fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and a Diplomate of the National Board of Medical Examiners.
Outside of work, Dr. Ardise enjoys spending quality time and traveling with her husband and three children. To stay active, she enjoys running and participating in triathlons.
Kara Goglia, MD, is a skilled board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist at Advanced Obstetrics & Gynecology, LLC, with locations in Lebanon, Branchburg, and two offices in Flemington, New Jersey. She serves patients of all ages and backgrounds and has special interests in cervical pathology, colposcopy, minimally invasive surgery, contraception, and general obstetrics.
For her pre-medical education, Dr. Goglia attended Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, as a Presidential scholar. After finishing her undergraduate degree, she moved to the Chicago, Illinois, area to attend Loyola University’s Stritch School of Medicine in Maywood, Illinois. In 2011, Dr. Goglia completed her residency training in Saint Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, New Jersey. There, she received a special resident award in minimally invasive gynecology and a patient satisfaction award.
Dr. Goglia is well-respected in her field among peers and patients alike. She published her own research in the American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology in December 2007 and has since become a Fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists as well as a Diplomate of the National Board of Medical Examiners.
Dr. Goglia is a New Jersey local and enjoys spending time with nearby family and friends. She also spends much of her free time reading, baking, and staying active with her husband, two children, and the family dog.
Yelena Belkina, MD, is a talented, board-eligible obstetrician and gynecologist at Advanced Obstetrics & Gynecology, LLC, with locations in Lebanon, Branchburg, and two offices in Flemington, New Jersey. She treats women of all ages and has special interests in preventive care, adolescent care, contraception, minimally invasive surgery, and the management of abnormal bleeding.
Dr. Belkina attended the Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education at the City University of New York in New York City. She then completed her medical education at the State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine in New York City. After finishing her schooling, she completed her residency at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Brunswick, New Jersey.
Throughout her educational years and her career, Dr. Belkina has received high recognition for her work on multiple occasions. She was named obstetrics and gynecology education chief and won an excellence in research award from the Council on Resident Education in Obstetrics and Gynecology (CREOG).
She is fluent in Russian and English and can speak Spanish in a conversational, medical setting.
When she isn’t at Advanced Obstetrics & Gynecology, LLC treating women with minimally invasive surgery or helping them manage conditions affecting their reproductive health, Dr. Belkina enjoys spending time with her husband and their son. She also enjoys spending her free time reading and traveling to new places.
Dr. Belkina was recognized by Castle Connolly's Jersey Best Rising Stars Top Doctors in 2022.
Deirdre Masterton, MD, is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist at Advanced Obstetrics & Gynecology, LLC, with locations in Lebanon, Branchburg, and two offices in Flemington, New Jersey. She has a passion for caring for women and helping them navigate their sexual and reproductive health. With special interests in adolescent care and contraception, complicated pregnancies, and minimally invasive surgeries, patients trust Dr. Masterton with a wide range of questions, conditions, and concerns.
Dr. Masterton finished her pre-medical education at Washington and Lee University in Lexington City, Virginia. She then completed her medical training at New York University Grossman School of Medicine in Murray Hill, New York City, where she graduated in 2004. Finally, she completed a residency at Women & Infants’ Hospital through the Warren Alpert Medical School at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island.
Throughout her education and her career, Dr. Masterton has received numerous awards for her excellence, including the New York University President’s Service Award, the Leonard J. Tow Humanism in Medicine Student Award, the Resident Award for Excellence in Pelvic Surgery, and the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists Award for Special Excellence in Endoscopic Procedures. She was also a National Health Service Corps Scholar and spent time working for the Indian Health Service on the Blackfeet Reservation in northwest Montana.
Today, Dr. Masterton is a Fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and a Diplomate of the National Board of Medical Examiners. Outside of her work, she loves spending time outdoors with her family, as well as gardening and reading.
Grace Fimbel, MS, CNM, NP, is a certified nurse practitioner specializing in women’s health. She is proud to provide compassionate care and patient education to her patients at Women’s Healthcare of Princeton in Princeton, New Jersey, where she joins the team in their mission to care for women at all stages of life in a safe and caring environment.
A Hunter College graduate, Grace earned a Master of Science in women’s health and midwifery from Columbia University School of Nursing in New York City. She has worked at Elmhurst Hospital in Queens, Elizabeth Seton Childbearing Center in Greenwich Village, Planned Parenthood in Hamilton and Trenton, New Jersey, and most recently, at St. Peter’s University Hospital as a midwife.
A native of New York City, Grace now lives in New Jersey and is a mother of two adult children and a grandmother to one grandson. Outside of work, she loves to travel and spend time with friends and family.
Adam Fechner, MD, is a double board-certified OB/GYN practicing at University Reproductive Associates in Hasbrouck Heights, Wayne, and Millburn, New Jersey. He specializes in endometriosis, recurrent pregnancy loss, uterine fibroids, in vitro fertilization, polycystic ovary syndrome, and minimally invasive reproductive surgery.
Dr. Fechner earned his bachelor’s degree at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and his Doctorate of Medicine at New Jersey Medical School in Newark, New Jersey. He also completed an OB/GYN residency and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility fellowship at New Jersey Medical School. Dr. Fechner received training to operate with the da Vinci®️ Surgical Robot.
In addition to seeing patients at University Reproductive Associates, Dr. Fechner is an assistant professor in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Women’s Health at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and director of the Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at Hackensack University Center. He is double board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Alecia Giovinazzo is a board certified doctor in obstetrics and gynecology. She did her residency in ob/gyn at Richmond University Medical Center hospital and started her own practice in 2005. She has professional experience in general ob/gyn, advanced laparoscopy, and high risk pregnancy. Dr. Giovinazzo has received awards for her efforts in clinical teaching and for her expertise in laparoscopic surgery. She is a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, a member of the Society of Laparoscopic Surgeons, Center for Human Reproduction, and Richmond County Medical Society. Dr. Giovinazzo is also fluent in Spanish.
Our Physician Assistant, Michelle, has over 10 years of experience working in fields such as emergency medicine and intensive care until she specialized and excelled in obstetrics and gynecology oncology. She has worked in hospitals such as Coney Island Hospital, Maimonides Medical Center, and New York University Medical Center. Michelle is a phenomenal addition to this exceptional staff.