Welcoming Dr. Leena Kulkarni MD, FACOG
Posted on: 11/14/24Were excited to announce that Dr. Kulkarni will be joining our team in February 2025! She is a graduate of St. George University’s School of Medicine and has over 10 years of experience in women’s health. We look forward to working with her!
OGCWNY welcomes our new PA, Sarah Courteau
Posted on: 07/16/24Meet Sarah Sarah is a Buffalo native with 2 small boys who loves family and being outdoors. She comes to us with a background in primary care, and we asked her a few questions to get to know her better! Q: What is a unique fact about you? A: Sarah has recently learned how to […]
June is Pride Month: Here’s How to Show Your Support!
Posted on: 06/7/23June is Pride Month–the time of the year in which we celebrate, commemorate, and honor the sacrifices and achievements made by members of the LGBTQIA+ community. First recognized in 1969, Pride Month has come a long way in the 54 years since its inception. But there’s still a lot of work to be done. Roughly […]
It’s Mental Health Awareness Month: How to Be Your Best You
Posted on: 05/11/23May is Mental Health Awareness Month, which means it’s time to talk about a sensitive subject: mental health. Though we’re making strides on becoming more open about our mental health, it’s still a taboo topic for many people. Your mental health is as important–if not more important–than your physical health. That’s because physical health and […]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Is It Time For A Screening?
Posted on: 10/5/22October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which means it’s time to talk about a tender subject: breasts and mammograms. In 2021 alone, more than 43,000 Americans died from breast cancer. That perhaps coincides with falling mammogram screening rates; during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, screening rates nationwide fell as much as 63.7% nationwide. While […]
How Mammogram Guidelines Have Changed
Posted on: 10/1/19In 1966, Houston radiologist Robert Egan created what we know today as the modern mammogram. Utilizing x-ray imaging specifically formulated for breast tissue, Egan paved the way for the hundreds of millions of women who have since had mammograms. Fast forward over 50 years, and while the principle of mammography remains the same, some guidelines […]
Five Healthy Habits to Start BEFORE Trying to Conceive
Posted on: 09/26/19So you’ve decided you’re ready to start a family. Having children is one of the most exciting, fulfilling, and meaningful things a person can do in his or her lifetime. While it sure is exciting to share the news you’re expecting, here are some things to consider before you pull the trigger on bringing new […]
Saving Lives with Blood and Organ Donations
Posted on: 08/2/19With our annual OGCWNY blood drive coming up, it’s time to talk a bit about the importance of giving blood and what you can do personally. First off, did you know roughly every two seconds, someone in the world needs blood? In America alone, around 4.5 million people will need a blood transfusion this year. […]
Stay Active During Your Pregnancy
Posted on: 07/1/19Did you know doctors recommend at least 150 minutes a week of moderate intensity physical exercise? They do, and it applies to pregnant women as well. Now that the weather is nice again, you might be asking yourself what kind of activities you can do to stay active during your pregnancy. Fortunately, there are plenty […]
Your First Gynecologist Appointment and What to Expect
Posted on: 06/26/19Growing up, children in the United States normally visit their pediatricians with regularity. At some point, however, there will be situations in which a pediatrician will pass along continuation of care to another specialized doctor. In the case of female reproductive health, this doctor is a gynecologist. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, or […]