Our Women’s Health division is committed to the highest-quality compassionate care for all stages of a women’s life and are pleased to offer a complete array of obstetric and gynecologic services close to home.
Obstetrics – Pregnancy and Childbirth
RefuahHealth’s expert prenatal care ensures that both you and your baby are as healthy as possible throughout your pregnancy.
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Provider Types
We recognize that no two women or births are the same, and offer a variety of provider types to accomodate each patient.
What to Expect
You are encouraged to schedule your first obstetric visit as soon as you receive a positive pregnancy test at home. An initial visit includes a medical and social history, sonogram, blood work, and extensive counseling on the physical and emotional changes during pregnancy. Our Members can expect to have their questions answered on topics like:
- What is safe to eat in pregnancy?
- How much weight can I expect to gain?
- Is exercise safe?
- What vaccinations are recommended at various times in the pregnancy?
- What does spotting mean?
- What medications or dietary supplements can I take?
- What are the common symptoms of early pregnancy?
- How do I know my baby is healthy?
- What kind of monitoring is performed to assess any potential risks or complications in the pregnancy?
Women are encouraged to make sure that their dental health is up to date. They are seen routinely every 4 weeks in early pregnancy, then more frequently later on or in cases where certain risk factors are identified.
In the latter half of pregnancy, other timely issues will be addressed, including:
- What are my options for anesthesia at delivery?
- What are the benefits of breastfeeding?
- What can I expect in the hospital and during my recovery?
- What is post-partum blues and depression?
- How can I stay healthy between pregnancies?
Our goal is to partner with our patients to achieve the best outcomes for mother and baby.
Gynecology
Routine gynecological care is necessary for women of every age in order to ensure their continuing health and wellness. All women should make establishing a relationship with their gynecologist a priority so that they can stay abreast of the newest recommendations for nutrition, cancer surveillance and preventive care, and also feel comfortable to have a discussion with their doctor should any concerns emerge.
Some common gynecological conditions we treat include:
- Pelvic pain
- Menstrual irregularities
- Fertility concerns
- Frequent urinary tract infections
- Cervical cancer screening and Pap smears
- Fibroids and cysts
- Bladder and pelvic floor health
- Pelvic infections
- Urinary incontinence
- Breast health
- Physiological changes associated with midlife
- Osteoporosis and bone health
We offer on-site ultrasonography, mammography, and bone density. Patients are also encouraged to register and use Refuah’s Fitness Center regularly to actualize their wellness goals.
OB/GYN Providers
Stephanie Abraitis, CM
Certified Midwife
Talia Bardash
Physician Assistant
Debra Bloch, CNM
Midwife
Catherine Cano, CNM
Certified Nurse Midwife
Olive Crone, CNM
Certified Nurse Midwife
Joyce Friedman, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Victor Grazi, MD
OB/GYN
Pamela Halpern, PA
Physician Assistant
Sarah Hoberman, WHNP
Nurse Practitioner
MaryRose Husselton, RDMS
Sonographer
Kari Kohl, CNM
Midwife
Dr. Andrew Kramer, MD
OB/GYN
Leslie Kushner, CNM
Midwife
Dr. Jonathan Lanzkowsky, MD
OB/GYN
Esther Lebovic, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, CSC, PMH-C
Family Nurse Practitioner & Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Shannon Levi, PA
Physician Assistant
Stephen Li, MD
OB/GYN
Meghana Limaye, MD
Maternal Fetal Medicine
Jayme Lions, PA
Physician Assistant
Brynne Love, CNM
Certified Nurse Midwife
Dr. David Lubell, MD
OB/GYN
Victoria Minior, MD
Maternal Fetal Medicine
Eric Mitchell, MD
OB/GYN
Elizabeth Pickett, CM
Midwife
Miriam Rackoff, WHNP
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
Abby Richards, DO
OB/GYN
Rita Sachs, PA
Physician Assistant
Alison Segall, PA
Physician Assistant
Colleen Traub, WHNP
Nurse Practitioner
Ming Tsai, MD
OB/GYN
Shahla Zarghami, CNM
Midwife