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Dr. Khashayar Shakiba is a board-certified OB/GYN and urogynecologist offering exceptional care in pelvic reconstructive surgery and urogynecology to women in Hackensack, New Jersey, and the surrounding areas. At Women’s Pelvic Surgery of North Jersey, LLC, Dr. Shakiba combines cutting-edge technology with advanced minimally invasive techniques to provide superior treatment options. In addition to his board certifications in OB/GYN and pelvic medicine, he is MIGS (Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery) certified, making him a trusted expert in minimally invasive procedures for complex gynecologic conditions.

Dr. Shakiba is highly skilled in managing a wide range of pelvic health concerns, including pelvic pain, endometriosis, sexual dysfunction, and pudendal neuralgia. He offers both surgical and nonsurgical alternatives tailored to each patient’s needs. His expertise also extends to minimally invasive fibroid removal surgery. Using the innovative EPOP-Q technology, Dr. Shakiba can electronically evaluate and diagnose pelvic organ prolapse, allowing patients to visualize their condition digitally for a more informed approach to treatment.

With extensive experience in robotic surgery, Dr. Shakiba uses the da VinciⓇ robotic surgery system to perform minimally invasive gynecological surgeries with unmatched precision, faster recovery times, and minimal scarring. He is also highly skilled in the evaluation and surgical treatment of female urinary incontinence, as well as the management of abnormal uterine bleeding.

Dr. Shakiba received his medical degree from Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences in Tehran, Iran. He completed his internship at Yale School of Medicine and his residency at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Cleveland, Ohio, solidifying his expertise in advanced urogynecologic and minimally invasive techniques.

Take the next step towards improved pelvic health by calling the office of Women’s Pelvic Surgery of North Jersey or scheduling an appointment online today. Dr. Shakiba’s extensive experience and compassionate care can help you achieve the best possible outcomes for your urogynecologic needs.

Understanding the Deeper Challenges of Pelvic Health

Despite significant advancements in medical science over the past few decades, pelvic health and related disciplines remain largely underserved. Many underlying pathologies affecting pelvic health continue to be poorly understood, resulting in a detrimental impact on individuals' quality of life.

Numerous patients experience pelvic pain and pelvic floor dysfunction, yet the precise causes often elude medical professionals. This leads to frustration as patients consult multiple specialists in hopes of finding answers, often to no avail. The pelvic region houses several vital organs that play crucial roles in overall well-being, including the urinary, reproductive, and lower gastrointestinal systems — all of which may be simultaneously affected.

The autonomic nervous system plays a central role in regulating pelvic organ functions such as urination, defecation, and sexual activity. Inflammation or dysfunction in this complex neural network — particularly around the sacral region — often contributes to symptoms that are difficult to diagnose or treat effectively.

The complex anatomy and neurophysiology of the pelvic region have posed longstanding challenges for the medical community. Dr. Khashayar Shakiba, a double board-certified gynecologist and urogynecologist, has spent over 25 years working with patients suffering from misunderstood pelvic conditions. After completing advanced training at institutions like New Haven Hospital and Cleveland Clinic Foundation, he began private practice in New Jersey in 2007.

Dr. Shakiba recognized early on that many women with severe pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction, or bladder issues were being misdiagnosed or referred to mental health services instead of receiving accurate pelvic care. He questioned why there were no clear answers for widespread symptoms such as severe menstrual pain, unexplained infertility, or GI distress tied to pelvic nerve inflammation.

Conditions like polycystic ovarian syndrome, irritable bowel syndrome, and interstitial cystitis are often labeled but rarely explained. In many cases, no root cause is identified, and treatments focus only on symptom relief — leaving patients confused and discouraged.

Through years of multidisciplinary patient care, Dr. Shakiba discovered that many of these symptoms were connected by a common thread: neuropelveology, the study of pelvic nerve function. Yet few specialists were trained to look at pelvic health holistically.

In 2010, he established Women’s Pelvic Surgery of North Jersey in Hackensack, with a mission to innovate, educate, and surgically treat complex pelvic pathologies through advanced robotic technology and a neuroscience-informed approach.

Leading in Women’s Pelvic Neuroscience, Neurosurgery & Research

At Women’s Pelvic Surgery of North Jersey, we combine over two decades of clinical expertise with cutting-edge research in neuropelveology and minimally invasive pelvic surgery to improve outcomes for women with complex pelvic conditions.

Women’s health is a cornerstone of a thriving community, and its importance continues to grow in today’s healthcare landscape. I chose to pursue a career in gynecology out of a deep commitment to supporting the health and well-being of women in my community.

I received my residency and fellowship training at two leading academic medical centers, where I developed a strong foundation in delivering compassionate, patient-centered, and evidence-based care. My clinical practice encompasses the full spectrum of general gynecology, with a particular focus on the management of complex conditions such as uterine fibroids, endometriosis, and chronic pelvic pain.

As a graduate of an AAGL-accredited fellowship in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery, I am dedicated to offering advanced medical and surgical treatment options tailored to each patient’s needs. I specialize in minimally invasive surgical techniques—including both laparoscopic and robotic-assisted procedures—which allow for shorter recovery times, less postoperative discomfort, and a quicker return to daily life.

I am passionate about empowering women through informed care and am honored to play a role in improving their quality of life through personalized, expert treatment

About The Practice

Dr. Inga Zilberstein, MD, PLLC, is an obstetrician and gynecologist in New York City. She has been practicing on the Upper East Side of Manhattan for over 30 years and offers caring expertise and individual attention to each of her patients.

Dr. Zilberstein earned her undergraduate degree from Barnard College in New York City in 1980. She went on to receive her medical degree from New York University in 1986. Upon graduating, she completed her internship and residency in OB/GYN at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. Dr. Zilberstein holds hospital affiliation with Lenox Hill Hospital.

At her practice, Dr. Zilberstein offers a wide range of women’s health services, including MonaLisa Touch®, medical abortion, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, and labiaplasty. Dr. Zilberstein provides a wide range of obstetrical care, including prenatal care for low-risk and high-risk pregnancies, twin pregnancies, recurrent pregnancy loss, and more.

At Dr. Zilberstein's office, each pregnant patient enjoys personalized and attentive care from the first moment of their pregnancy. She and her staff establish a close and trusting relationship with a pregnant woman and her family. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Zilberstein, call the office or book a consultation online today.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Zilberstein, call the office or book a consultation online today.

Dr. Kameelah Phillips is a board certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist, wife, mother, and lifelong women’s health advocate. Since high school, she has been involved in local, national, and international organizations aimed at advancing women’s health care issues through advocacy and direct patient care. Dr. Phillips graduated from Stanford University with a degree in Human Biology with an emphasis in Women’s Health and Human Sexuality. After graduation, she worked at the San Francisco Department of Public Health in the AIDS office as a Research Assistant on HIV vaccine studies. She relocated to Los Angeles to attend the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine.​ During medical school, she received numerous community service awards. She was privileged to travel to Ghana, Cuba, and Tanzania on health missions during this time. Upon completion of medical school, she attended a competitive OB/GYN residency at the New York University School of Medicine.

Dr. Shifrin then designed his practice to curate a world of obstetrics and gynecology medicine, providing a conservative approach that offers patients the best care possible. He and his team of specialists diagnose and treat several concerns, from chronic pelvic pain to irregular bleeding. They also provide routine diagnostics, such as ultrasounds to ensure a baby’s health or a well-woman exam to safeguard the mother’s health.

The team of professionals at each location understands the importance of protecting a patient’s sexual health. They offer STD screening as a part of a routine gynecology checkup and IUDs to those wanting to prevent an unwanted pregnancy. 

Dr. Shifrin protects his medical integrity as a diplomate of the American Board of OB/GYN and as a member of AMA and AAGL. He’s also fluent in English, Russian, Ukrainian, and Byelorussian.

Call or book online to schedule an appointment at Dr. Gregory Shifrin OBGYN PC today.

Dr. Shifrin then designed his practice to curate a world of obstetrics and gynecology medicine, providing a conservative approach that offers patients the best care possible. He and his team of specialists diagnose and treat several concerns, from chronic pelvic pain to irregular bleeding. They also provide routine diagnostics, such as ultrasounds to ensure a baby’s health or a well-woman exam to safeguard the mother’s health.

The team of professionals at each location understands the importance of protecting a patient’s sexual health. They offer STD screening as a part of a routine gynecology checkup and IUDs to those wanting to prevent an unwanted pregnancy. 

Dr. Shifrin protects his medical integrity as a diplomate of the American Board of OB/GYN and as a member of AMA and AAGL. He’s also fluent in English, Russian, Ukrainian, and Byelorussian.

Call or book online to schedule an appointment at Dr. Gregory Shifrin OBGYN PC today.

Dr. Shifrin then designed his practice to curate a world of obstetrics and gynecology medicine, providing a conservative approach that offers patients the best care possible. He and his team of specialists diagnose and treat several concerns, from chronic pelvic pain to irregular bleeding. They also provide routine diagnostics, such as ultrasounds to ensure a baby’s health or a well-woman exam to safeguard the mother’s health.

The team of professionals at each location understands the importance of protecting a patient’s sexual health. They offer STD screening as a part of a routine gynecology checkup and IUDs to those wanting to prevent an unwanted pregnancy. 

Dr. Shifrin protects his medical integrity as a diplomate of the American Board of OB/GYN and as a member of AMA and AAGL. He’s also fluent in English, Russian, Ukrainian, and Byelorussian.

Call or book online to schedule an appointment at Dr. Gregory Shifrin OBGYN PC today.

Jacqueline Flores, WHNP-BC, is a board-certified women’s Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 10 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based care. She provides expert care to patients at Tru Medical Management in New York City, with offices in the Navy Hill and Williamsburg neighborhoods of Brooklyn. Jacqueline is passionate about empowering women through education, helping each patient better understand their body and make informed reproductive health choices.

Jacqueline earned her undergraduate degree magna cum laude from the UCLA School of International Development, where she developed a deep commitment to advancing women’s access to safe and equitable healthcare. She then graduated summa cum laude from Columbia University School of Nursing, where she trained extensively in all aspects of women’s health.

Her clinical interests include managing chronic pelvic pain, treating menstrual disorders, and addressing the physical and emotional effects of trauma in women. Jacqueline is especially proud of her work as a sexual assault crisis counselor, where she supported survivors with compassion and advocacy.

Dedicated to building strong relationships with her patients, Jacqueline believes that comprehensive women’s health care should be both supportive and empowering. Whether guiding patients through routine gynecologic care, providing treatment for complex conditions, or offering education about reproductive health, she ensures every patient feels heard and respected.

With her unique blend of clinical expertise and patient-centered approach, Jacqueline helps women at all stages of life take control of their health, find answers, and feel confident in their care.

Satya Polavarapu, MD, is a highly skilled provider at Tru Medical Management, located in Brooklyn, New York, specializing in maternal fetal medicine. With a focus on advanced ultrasound diagnosis, fetal testing, and comprehensive management of maternal and fetal complications during pregnancy, Dr. Polavarapu offers exceptional care to expectant mothers and their babies.

As a maternal fetal medicine subspecialist, Dr. Polavarapu's practice is dedicated to addressing a wide spectrum of medical, surgical, obstetrical, fetal, and genetic complexities associated with pregnancy. She emphasizes personalized care and fosters a collaborative partnership with expecting mothers, guiding them through any potential high-risk conditions they or their child may encounter.

With a deep commitment to maternal and fetal well-being, Dr. Polavarapu provides preconception counseling, consultative services, advanced ultrasound diagnostics, fetal testing, and procedures such as amniocentesis. Her expertise extends to managing conditions such as ultrasound-diagnosed fetal abnormalities, fetal echocardiography, diabetes in pregnancy, preterm birth, and preeclampsia.

Dr. Polavarapu's compassionate approach to high-risk pregnancies ensures mothers receive comprehensive support and evidence-based consultations, offering reassurance during what can be a challenging and emotionally charged time. 

Her dedication to excellence in maternal-fetal medicine underscores her commitment to providing the highest standard of care to mothers and their unborn children.

Shachi Dave, DO, is an experienced obstetrician and gynecologist dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive care for women at every stage of life. She treats patients at V CARE OB/GYN on the Upper East Side of New York City.

Dr. Dave has gained extensive clinical experience through specialized training at leading institutions, including Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Mercy Medical Center, and Northwell-Plainview Hospital.

Her expertise spans minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, maternal-fetal medicine, urogynecology, and gynecologic oncology. Dr. Dave is actively involved in research focused on human papillomavirus (HPV), cervical dysplasia, and women’s health outcomes, contributing to advancements in evidence-based care.

Dr. Dave earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine and holds a Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies in Biological and Physical Sciences. She is a proud member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine, and the American College of Gynecologic Laparoscopists.

With her strong clinical background, research involvement, and patient-centered approach, Dr. Dave is committed to empowering women through education, preventive care, and personalized treatment plans.

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.

About Dr. Olaru

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.

About Dr. Carrasco

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.

About Dr. Shay

Gregory Shifrin, MD, is a skilled OB/GYN providing high-quality gynecologic surgical care at Surgery of Tomorrow, LLC, located in the Midwood neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. He has more than 30 years of experience as an OB/GYN.

Dr. Shifrin received his medical degree from Kuibyshev Medical Institute in 1981 and provided medical care in Russia for almost 10 years before immigrating to the United States in 1989 and making his home in the heart of Brooklyn.

In 1996, Dr. Shifrin opened his own private practice, where he has been providing compassionate care and personal attention to his patients while running a modern and innovative facility.

In 2016, Dr. Shifrin opened Surgery of Tomorrow, LLC, where he strives to provide patients the most cutting edge care with a focus on personal attention and compassion.

Dr. Shifrin is highly experienced in general gynecology, high- and low-risk obstetrics, minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures, vaginal reconstruction and repair, and diagnosis and treatment of infertility and sexually transmitted diseases.

Dr. Shifrin is a board certified OB/GYN who has privileges at Cornell Medical Center in Manhattan and New York Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn.

Yelena Trakhtenberg, MD, is a compassionate and patient-oriented OB/GYN serving patients at Surgery of Tomorrow, LLC, a gynecologic surgery practice located in the Midwood neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. To better serve the diverse patient population of New York City, Dr. Trakhtenberg speaks both English and Russian. 

Dr. Trakhtenberg is originally from Russian and earned her medical degree from the Russian State Medical University in Moscow. She started an internship in Kaliningrad and has practiced medicine since 1998.

Dr. Trakhtenberg is an understanding physician who takes the time to get to know her patients individually so she can better understand their condition and develop an appropriate treatment plan tailored to their needs. She takes a focused and individual approach to health care, optimizing each patient's treatment by dialing in on what they need to restore their health and well being. 

Her keen skill and years of experience allow her to narrow down exactly what each patient needs to achieve ideal health outcomes.

Dr. Shifrin then designed his practice to curate a world of obstetrics and gynecology medicine, providing a conservative approach that offers patients the best care possible. He and his team of specialists diagnose and treat several concerns, from chronic pelvic pain to irregular bleeding. They also provide routine diagnostics, such as ultrasounds to ensure a baby’s health or a well-woman exam to safeguard the mother’s health.

The team of professionals at each location understands the importance of protecting a patient’s sexual health. They offer STD screening as a part of a routine gynecology checkup and IUDs to those wanting to prevent an unwanted pregnancy. 

Dr. Shifrin protects his medical integrity as a diplomate of the American Board of OB/GYN and as a member of AMA and AAGL. He’s also fluent in English, Russian, Ukrainian, and Byelorussian.

Call or book online to schedule an appointment at Dr. Gregory Shifrin OBGYN PC today.