East Suburban Obstetrical and Gynecological Associates
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Why Choose East Suburban Obstetrical and Gynecological Associates? It’s undeniable that women are remarkable at every age. East Suburban Obstetrical and Gynecological Associates is pleased to offer extraordinary care for women at each stage of life, from adolescence to menopause and beyond. The expertly trained physicians and nurses who make up our practice have offered exceptional care to women in the eastern suburbs for over three generations. At a time when some doctors are asking patients to travel into the city for maternity care and routine procedures, we deliver the best care a woman can get – right here at home. Here are just a few reasons why you should choose our practice for all of your female health care needs. * Our practice offers care for women at each stage of life, from puberty to menopause and beyond. * We deliver babies exclusively at The Western Pennsylvania Hospital - Forbes Regional Campus. Forbes Regional has earned our trust by delivering more than 30,000 infants since opening its doors. The hospital offers around-the-clock pediatric coverage for newborns and a Level II Nursery for babies requiring extra special care. * Our doctors are experts in the latest cutting-edge and minimally invasive gynecological surgery techniques. * Each of our physicians completed his or her training at some of the nation’s most respected teaching hospitals. What’s more, all of our doctors are board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology – an important factor for women to consider when choosing their physician. * We are an authority in breast care, infertility, osteoporosis, HRT (hormone- replacement therapy) options, high-risk obstetrics and many other issues facing today’s women. * We offer five convenient office locations staffed with friendly and knowledgeable health care professionals throughout the eastern suburbs to accommodate your busy lifestyles. East Suburban Obstetrical and Gynecological Associates specializes in individualized, patient-focused care to meet the needs of women at every stage of life. Our services range from preventive and prenatal care to the health care needs of women as they mature. Our physicians and staff members bring sensitivity and understanding to the treatments and services available to you. In addition, our physicians are board-certified and extensively trained and accredited in advanced laparoscopic techniques, including laparoscopic-assisted vaginal hysterectomy. Many gynecologic procedures that previously required an abdominal incision are now being performed using laparoscopic techniques. For all women, East Suburban Obstetrical and Gynecological Associates emphasizes early detection through regular examinations, including Pap smears and on-site mammography and bone density studies. Our complete prenatal services include sonography, which allows physicians to monitor fetal development and identify high-risk pregnancies. Combined with fetal heart rate monitoring, these and other advances in prenatal care have greatly improved the future for mothers and babies at risk. For women who are having difficulty conceiving, we provide infertility counseling and treatment. For women approaching menopause and those in this stage of life, we provide therapeutic options to treat symptoms and lessen the risk of such conditions as osteoporosis, heart disease and breast cancer. East Suburban Obstetrical and Gynecological Associates is part of Allegheny Medical Practice Network, a group of primary care and specialty physicians affiliated with West Penn Allegheny Health System. Because we are part of one of the region's largest health care systems, we can remain on the leading edge of advances in medicine, and access a wide array of medical and surgical services for your care. OUR SERVICES:
Meet Our Team Michael J. Pelekanos, M.D. earned his undergraduate degree at the University of Pennsylvania and his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. Dr. Pelekanos completed his residency at Magee-Women's Hospital in Pittsburgh and is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. The Accreditation Council for Gynecologic endoscopy also certifies him as an advanced operative laparoscopist. Dr. Pelekanos is vice chairman of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at The Western Pennsylvania Hospital. Mark A. Rubino, M.D., M.M.M. earned a bachelor’s degree in biology at the University of Pennsylvania and obtained his medical degree at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. He completed his residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at Magee-Women's Hospital in Pittsburgh. Dr. Rubino is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and is a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. The Accreditation Council for Gynecologic Endoscopy also certifies him as an advanced operative laparoscopist. Dr. Rubino serves as President of The Western Pennsylvania Hospital Medical Staff. He earned a Masters Degree in Medical Management from Carnegie Mellon University. Dr. Rubino also served as the President of the Western Pennsylvania Hospital Medical Staff from January 1, 2007 through December 31, 2007. Elizabeth E. Knepp, M.D. earned her bachelor’s degree at the College of Wooster in Wooster, Ohio and her medical degree from the Wright State University School of Medicine in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Knepp completed her residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at Magee-Women's Hospital in Pittsburgh. She is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and is a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Her special interests include adolescent gynecology, menopause, and operative laparoscopy. She also serves as a clinical instructor in obstetrics and gynecology for the Forbes Family Practice residency program. B. Bernard Peticca, M.D. earned his bachelor’s degree at Allegheny College in Meadville, Pennsylvania and his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He completed his residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at Magee-Women's Hospital. Dr. Peticca was awarded the Donald E. Richardson Memorial Prize by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists for outstanding research conducted in 1985. He is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and is a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. The American Council for Gynecologic Endoscopy also certified him as an advanced operative laparoscopist. Dr. Peticca serves on several physician peer review boards and medical care quality boards. Dr. Peticca was elected as one of the Best Doctors of America for 2005 and 2007. James H. Duggan, M.D., M.P.H. earned his undergraduate degree in biology at the University of Pennsylvania and his medical degree at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Concurrently, he also received a master’s degree in public health in epidemiology from the Graduate School of Public Heath at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Duggan’s specialty training in obstetrics and gynecology was completed at Magee-Women’s Hospital. He is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and is a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Traci L. Wojcik, M.D. earned a bachelor’s degree in biology at Juniata College in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania and obtained her medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Wojcik completed her residency training at the Eastern Virginia School of Medicine in Norfolk, Virginia. Dr. Wojcik is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and is a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Leonard J. Selednik, M.D. completed his undergraduate studies at the State University of New York at Buffalo. He earned his medical degree at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, and received the Luba Goldsmith Award for excellence in obstetrics and gynecology. He completed his residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Magee-Women's Hospital in Pittsburgh. Dr. Selednik is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and is a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Diem K. Nguyen, M.D. earned her bachelor's degree at the Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland and her medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. She completed her residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at Magee-Womens Hospital in Pittsburgh. Dr. Nguyen is board-eligible in obstetrics and gynecology and is a junior fellow in the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Diana T. Baca , M.D. earned her combined bachelor of science (biology and chemistry combined program) at Youngstown State University and her medical degree from the Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine. She completed her residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh. Dr. Baca is board-eligible in obstetrics and gynecology and is a junior fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Krista H. Perez, PA-C is a native of Dallas, Texas and attended Stephen F. Austin University, majoring in biochemistry. She is a graduate of the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, with a bachelor’s degree in physician assistant studies. Before moving to Pittsburgh, she worked in Galveston in a women’s health care clinic.
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