Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women’s Health
Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women's Health Residency Program
Our program provides rigorous, hands-on training in obstetrics, gynecology and surgical care, shaped by the diversity and acuity of patients cared for at Montefiore Einstein. Through immersive clinical experiences and strong faculty support, our residents develop the skills, adaptability and depth of experience needed to excel as OB-GYN generalists or in any OB-GYN subspecialty they choose.
Antoinette Danvers, MD, Program Director, Residency Program
Why our program could be right for you
Our program may be the right fit if you are looking for comprehensive, high-volume, high-acuity clinical training that prepares you to excel in any practice setting. You will care for a wide variety of patients with complex medical and social needs while training within a large department that supports 41 residents across all four years. The size of our program creates a dynamic learning environment where you benefit from diverse perspectives, shared clinical responsibility, and the opportunity to develop strong teamwork and communication skills. Our residents have meaningful autonomy with consistent and reliable faculty support.
The Bronx offers exposure to a breadth of pathology and real-world challenges that sharpen clinical judgment. Our curriculum combines hands-on clinical and surgical training with robust research opportunities, enabling you to work with faculty across all OB-GYN subspecialties. You will graduate as a well-rounded clinician with strong clinical acumen and surgical skills, a solid understanding of systems-based practice and the ability to navigate complex clinical care with confidence.
What sets Montefiore Einstein apart
At Montefiore Einstein, we are guided by a mission to heal, to teach, to discover and to advance the health of the communities we serve. Comprising 11 member hospitals and more than 300 specialty care sites, Montefiore Einstein provides highly specialized, coordinated care in the New York region, across the country and globally.
Albert Einstein College of Medicine, home to nearly 1,000 students in its MD, PhD and combined MD/PhD programs, is one of the nation’s preeminent centers for research, medical education and clinical investigation. Through the joint efforts of Montefiore Einstein and Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Einstein is able to advance research and accelerate discoveries, benefiting patients and ensuring access to state-of-the-art healthcare for all.
- Montefiore’s medical specialties ranked as top 1% in the nation by U.S. News & World Report
- Children’s Hospital at Montefiore Einstein (CHAM) recognized as one of “America’s Best Children’s Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report
- The National Institutes of Health (NIH) awarded Einstein $192M+ in research funding in 2023, placing Einstein in the top 35 among 154 schools of medicine
- 850+ clinical trials
Graduate Medical Education at Montefiore Einstein
Representing one of the top 10 largest medical and surgical training programs in the country, Montefiore Health System and our Albert Einstein College of Medicine provide postgraduate clinical training to more than 1,500 residents and fellows per year. Clinicians across Montefiore Einstein’s numerous educational programs actively mentor and cultivate a new generation of healthcare leaders.
Our mission to improve access and quality of care for our diverse community draws residents and fellows from top medical, dental and PA schools from around the world. We develop and expand programs designed to advance teamwork, communication and decision-making, and our progressive focus on comprehensive care provides an ideal training ground for our residents and fellows.
To make the process of working and training at Montefiore Einstein more seamless, we offer a variety of services for our house staff, physician assistants and interns, including assistance with credentialing and orientation, institutional resources, visas, contracts, HR documents, payroll, notary services and specialty training and certifications.
Montefiore Einstein by the numbers
7.7 million+
patient interactions annually
1.1 million+
patients annually, representing the largest network in the Bronx, Westchester and the Hudson Valley
300+
specialty care locations, with more coming soon
40,000+
employees
Our 2026 program at a glance
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Call Schedule
- Our program uses a night-float system for Obstetrics, Gynecology and Gynecologic Oncology to support resident wellness and maintain consistent, high-quality patient care.
- Night-float teams rotate on a weekly basis, providing dedicated overnight coverage without affecting daytime educational activities.
- Weekend call is shared across resident teams and includes PGY-1 through PGY-4 residents, allowing for layered supervision, team-based support and balanced workload distribution.
- This structure ensures that clinical services are safely covered and that residents receive meaningful operative, clinical, and didactic experiences during their daytime rotations.
Didactics
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Tuesday-Morning Education Block:
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7 am: Statistics or Morbidity & Mortality (M&M)
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8 am: Grand rounds
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9:30–11:30 am: Residents school (journal club, faculty lectures, resident simulation)
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- Weekly Rotation Conferences:
- Gynecology pre-op conference
- Gynecologic oncology tumor board
- Obstetrics didactics daily
- Subspecialty didactics
Home to notable programs and our Centers of Excellence
The Moses Campus is the largest acute care hospital in the medical center and includes the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore Einstein (CHAM). As a 726-bed hospital, Moses delivers state-of-the-art care to the community it serves. The campus features 25 operating rooms and six critical care units, along with several ambulatory locations in the surrounding area. The breadth of specialties and services available at Moses ensures comprehensive, coordinated care across the full care continuum.
An academic hospital adjacent to Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Montefiore Einstein’s Jack D. Weiler Hospital is a 421-bed hospital located in the Pelham Parkway section of the Bronx, adjacent to Albert Einstein College of Medicine. This campus offers a full range of women’s health, gynecologic and obstetric care and serves as the primary site for Obstetrics and Gynecologic Oncology services. The hospital is a New York State–designated Regional Perinatal Center with a Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Baby-Friendly designation. The campus also houses the Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center, where subspecialists provide advanced cancer evaluation, treatment and highly specialized care.
Offering patients a range of programs and specialty services
Montefiore Hospital, Wakefield Campus is a 345-bed hospital located in the North Bronx. The campus offers a wide range of integrated programs and specialty services serving the surrounding community.
The Wakefield Campus earned Magnet® designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center, becoming the first hospital in the Bronx to receive this distinction. It is also home to the Women’s Center and includes a New York State–designated Level III Perinatal Center.
An ambulatory surgery center and specialty care location
Our Hutchinson Campus raises the bar for efficiency and innovation in healthcare. Designed with patients in mind, the 11-floor, 280,000-square-foot facility is a highly streamlined, patient-focused ambulatory care center that maximizes efficiency. The Hutchinson Campus is home to multiple specialties and services under one roof, often on the same floor, enabling greater physician collaboration, easier referrals, joint consultations and shorter wait times.
A partner teaching hospital designated as a Level 1 trauma center
A 457-bed hospital and home to the only burn unit in the Bronx, Jacobi Medical Center (JMC) is a member of NYC Health + Hospitals and a Level I Adult and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center. The center offers a wide range of specialized services, including obstetrics and gynecology, breast health, family planning, menopause care, mental health services and patient support groups.
Comprehensive Family Care Center (CFCC)
At the Comprehensive Family Care Center (CFCC), residents attend a continuity clinic with their cohort and are supervised by the same faculty team throughout the year. This longitudinal model promotes continuity of patient care while fostering consistent mentorship, individualized feedback and progressive clinical development. Residents build lasting relationships with patients while gaining experience managing a broad spectrum of obstetric and gynecologic conditions in a comprehensive primary care setting.
Breakdown of resident duties by level
PGY-1
- Obstetrics
PGY-1 residents provide front-line care on Labor & Delivery, including managing laboring patients, performing vaginal deliveries under supervision, triaging obstetric admissions and assisting with cesarean sections. They develop foundational skills in intrapartum management, fetal monitoring interpretation, postpartum care and interdisciplinary communication. - Benign Gynecology
Interns care for patients on the GYN service with responsibilities including pre- and postoperative management, inpatient rounds and participation in a wide range of surgical cases. They learn fundamentals of perioperative planning, postoperative assessment and efficient management of consults for common gynecologic concerns. - Gynecologic Oncology
Residents support high-acuity surgical and oncology care, focusing on inpatient management, postoperative recovery and learning the workflow of a complex subspecialty service. Exposure includes assisting in major surgical cases and understanding multidisciplinary cancer care. - Complex Family Planning
Interns gain experience in early-pregnancy management, including miscarriage management and abortion care, pregnancy options counseling, contraception counseling and outpatient procedures such as uterine aspiration. They learn patient-centered counseling, ambulatory workflow, and evidence-based approaches to pregnancy options and contraception.
PGY-2
- Obstetrics
PGY-2 residents take on greater responsibility on Labor & Delivery, managing more complex intrapartum cases, leading portions of the workflow and performing increasingly advanced cesarean sections. They develop stronger decision-making skills around labor management, induction, operative delivery readiness and coordination with the multidisciplinary team. - Benign Gynecology
Second-year residents deepen their perioperative and consultative skills by managing a wider range of inpatient and Emergency Department gynecology presentations. They assist and perform more advanced portions of gynecologic surgeries and begin refining their operative technique and procedural autonomy. - Gynecologic Oncology
PGY-2 residents are responsible for the inpatient care of patients with gynecologic cancers. Their responsibilities include postoperative management; early identification and treatment of complications; coordination of multidisciplinary care; and ensuring smooth communication between the surgical, oncology and nursing teams. They develop strong clinical judgment and management skills for medically complex oncology patients. - Antepartum / High-Risk Obstetrics
Residents manage complicated obstetric conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, preterm labor and many other complex obstetrical conditions. They gain experience balancing maternal and fetal considerations, coordinating consultations and contributing to long-term care planning. - Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility (REI)
On REI, PGY-2 residents learn the evaluation and management of infertility, endocrine disorders and early-pregnancy issues and develop their ultrasound skills. - Urogynecology / Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery
Residents evaluate and manage pelvic floor disorders, urinary incontinence and prolapse while assisting in outpatient procedures. They gain exposure to urodynamics, pelvic exams and approaches to complex pelvic surgery.
PGY-3
- Obstetrics
The PGY-3 resident serves as a senior resident leading the Labor & Delivery team, managing board flow and maintaining situational awareness of all patients. He or she delegates tasks to junior residents and coordinates care with nursing, anesthesia and faculty. He or she performs more complex cesarean sections; teaches junior residents as part of the C-section teaching team; and oversees management of high-acuity labor cases, inductions and obstetric complications with graded faculty support. - Benign Gynecology
The PGY-3 resident leads inpatient rounds; assigns responsibilities; and ensures smooth coordination of consults, operating-room schedules and postoperative care. He or she supervises junior residents in perioperative planning and consult management. He or she performs larger portions of major gynecologic surgeries—including advanced laparoscopy—gains additional exposure to robotic surgery, and develops higher-level operative decision-making and efficiency. - Gynecologic Oncology
The PGY-3 resident oversees postoperative care and the day-to-day medical management of patients on the oncology service. He or she identifies early signs of complications, escalates concerns appropriately, and communicates effectively with fellows and attendings. PGY-3 residents also participate extensively in oncologic surgery, assisting and performing portions of major procedures while building advanced operative skills. They lead tumorboard sessions and coordinate multidisciplinary management that includes medical oncology, radiation oncology, nutrition, social work and other supportive services. This rotation strengthens their clinical judgment, operative competency and ability to manage complex cancer care. - Elective/ Research Rotation
An elective block allows PGY-3 residents to explore subspecialty interests, strengthen research engagement or pursue focused skill development.
PGY-4
- Obstetrics
PGY-4 residents serve as the chief leaders on Labor & Delivery, providing the highest level of resident oversight for workflow, patient care and clinical decision-making. They collaborate closely with faculty to guide complex intrapartum management; respond to obstetric emergencies; and ensure smooth coordination among nursing, anesthesia and multidisciplinary teams. PGY-4 residents supervise and teach complex cesarean sections, helping junior residents progress toward operative independence while modeling strong communication and professionalism. - Benign Gynecology
As chief residents on the GYN service, PGY-4 residents oversee consult triage, operating-room scheduling and inpatient management, ensuring safe and efficient service operations. They perform advanced benign gynecologic surgery—including major laparoscopic procedures and robotic cases—with increasing autonomy and operative leadership. PGY-4 residents mentor PGY-3 residents in surgical planning, perioperative decision-making and prioritizing patient care. They also troubleshoot complex postoperative courses and system-level workflow challenges, maintaining high standards for team communication and clinical management. - Gynecologic Oncology
On the oncology service, PGY-4 residents assume a senior leadership role, guiding complex clinical decisions in partnership with fellows and attending physicians. They supervise PGY-3 residents in postoperative management, complication recognition and coordination with consulting teams. PGY-4 residents participate in major oncologic surgeries with expanded responsibility, strengthening their operative judgment and technical skill in both laparoscopy and robotic surgery.
A world-renowned faculty
Antoinette Danvers, MD, MSCR, MBA, MS
Director, Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program
Associate Professor, Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women's Health
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Emily Buttigieg, MD
Associate Program Director, Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program
Assistant Professor, Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women's Health
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Elizabeth M. Gromet, MD
Associate Program Director, Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program
Assistant Professor, Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women's Health
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Wendy Leung, MD, MPH
Associate Program Director, Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program
Assistant Professor, Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women's Health
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Theofano Orfanelli, MD, PhD
Assistant Program Director, Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program
Assistant Professor, Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women's Health
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Sara Isani, MD
Vice Chair, Education
Associate Professor, Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women's Health
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Whitney Clearwater, MD, MPH
Urogynecology Rotation Director, Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program
Assistant Professor, Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women's Health
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Barbara Dill, MD
Wakefield Obstetrics Site Director, Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program
Assistant Professor, Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women's Health
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Elizabeth Dupont, MD
Jacobi Hospital Site Director, Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program
Assistant Professor, Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women's Health
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Mark Einstein, MD, MS
Chair, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Women’s Health
Professor, Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women's Health
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Dmitry Fridman, MD
Moses Gynecology Site Director Associate Program Director, Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program
Assistant Professor, Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women's Health
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Julian Gingold, MD, PhD
REI Rotation Director, Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program
Assistant Professor, Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women's Health
Full ProfileAngela E. Gonzalez, MD
Weiler Gynecology Site Director, Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program
Assistant Professor, Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women's Health
Susan Pesci, MD, MPH
Complex Family Planning Rotation Director, Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program
Assistant Professor, Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women's Health
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Himabindu Reddy, MD
Ambulatory Site Director, Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program
Assistant Professor, Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women's Health
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Melissa L. Wong, MD
Weiler Obstetrics Site Director Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program
Assistant Professor, Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women's Health
Full ProfileCurrent residents PGY-4
Tori Aspir, MD
PGY-4
Caleb Dafilou, MD
PGY-4
Ravi Desai, MD
PGY-4
Jonathan Dos Reis, MD
PGY-4
Laura Fletcher, MD
PGY-4
Eliane Shinder, MD
PGY-4
Rebekah Sugarman, MD
PGY-4
Deepthisri Suresh, MD
PGY-4
Gayatri Venkataraman, MD
PGY-4
Current residents PGY-3
Gabriella Alexandrou, MD
PGY-3
Emma Allen, MD
PGY-3
Kiran Bhutada, MD
PGY-3
Olivia Curl, MD
PGY-3
Elisa Fang, MD
PGY-3
Rythika Francis, MD
PGY-3
Saumya Kasliwal, MD
PGY-3
Priyanka Kundur, MD
PGY-3
Riva Letchinger, MD
PGY-3
Sheila Moran, MD
PGY-3
Fatou Tine, MD
PGY-3
Current residents PGY-2
Chinenye Bosah, MD
PGY-2
Crystal Casado, MD
PGY-2
Kiana Cruz, MD
PGY-2
Jordene Daley, MD
PGY-2
D'Nea Galbraith, MD
PGY-2
Julia Grande, MD
PGY-2
Hilary Lowitz, MD
PGY-2
Zahava Michaelson, MD
PGY-2
Leilani Nguyen, MD
PGY-2
Tess Nienaltow, MD
PGY-2
Current residents PGY-1
Badr Abdullah, MD
PGY-1
Kristel Black, MD
PGY-1
Helena Bryans, MD
PGY-1
Kaitlynn Chaljub, MD
PGY-1
Cameron Erdman, MD
PGY-1
Philip Glaessner, MD
PGY-1
Alexa Letizia, MD
PGY-1
Ifra Malik, MD
PGY-1
Kira Page, MD
PGY-1
Catherine Stratis, MD
PGY-1
Gaddamanugu Umua, MD
PGY-1
Resident Research and Scholarly Activity
Scholarly inquiry is a core component of training in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women’s Health at Montefiore Einstein. Every resident completes a research project over the course of residency, developing the skills that define a thoughtful clinician: critical thinking; analytical reasoning; and a commitment to ethical, collaborative research.
The scope of a resident's work reflects his or her own interests, and projects have spanned clinical trials, education research and observational studies. Residents present their work to the department in their third year and prepare a manuscript for peer-reviewed publication during their final year.
The department helps support resident projects with dedicated biostatisticians through the Department of Epidemiology & Population Health, and our research coordinators help residents navigate institutional infrastructure from concept to completion. We also support residents in sharing their work with the broader field. Residents are encouraged to present at national conferences. Our goal is straightforward: to graduate physicians who are not only excellent clinicians but capable scholars prepared to advance the specialty.
An unmatched diversity of experience
As a premier academic medical center serving the Bronx, Westchester and the Hudson Valley, Montefiore Einstein offers its postgraduate trainees comprehensive exposure to a broad diversity of patients and pathologies. The diverse range of experience available prepares our postgraduate trainees for future careers in their chosen field, be it in the research or clinical and/or non-clinical setting.
Live and work close to the best of everything
The Bronx, New York City’s northernmost borough, is a culturally rich neighborhood placed at the intersection of Manhattan and its surrounding regions. Our postgraduate trainees typically live in hospital housing or off-site in nearby Riverdale, Lower Westchester or Manhattan, and have access to an unmatched diversity of experiences beyond the program itself.
In the Bronx, with its ample parks and gardens, you’ll learn first-hand why it’s known as “the City’s Greenest Borough.” The neighborhood offers plenty of local food, art, sports and culture, and is just a subway ride away from Manhattan’s famed theaters, museums and attractions.
As a resident of the Tri-State region, you’ll have unmatched access to the city’s cultural offerings, not to mention the bounty of outdoor excursions that are available just beyond. Day-trips and weekend excursions to the Hudson Valley, Catskills, Long Island or New Jersey provide ample opportunities for swimming, hiking, biking, skiing and other seasonal activities.
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Admission and Application Process
Qualifications
To apply to the Montefiore Einstein Obstetrics & Gynecology Residency Program, you must:
- Graduate from an accredited U.S. or international medical school prior to the start of residency.
- Submit a completed application through ResidencyCAS: https://residencycas.cas.myliaison.com/applicant/login
- Submit all required application materials through ResidencyCAS, including a personal statement, curriculum vitae, medical school transcript, exam scores (USMLE or COMLEX) and letters of recommendation.
- We do accept foreign medical graduates. However, Montefiore Medical Center sponsors J1 visas and H1B visas as long as the $100,000 fee is not applicable.
Number of Positions
- 10 Categorical Positions
- 1 Preliminary Position
Important Dates
2026 - 2027 Interview Process:
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Application opens - June 4, 2026
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Start ResidencyCAS Submissions - September 2, 2026
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Application Deadline - September 17, 2026 (11:59 PM ET)
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Residency programs may begin reviewing applications - September 23, 2026 (9:00 AM ET)
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Interview Notifications - Late October 2025
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Virtual Interviews - November 10, 17; December 1, 8, 2026
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Rank Order List Certification Deadline - March 3, 2027 (9:00 PM ET)
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Match Day - March 19, 2027 – 12:00 PM ET
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Start Date - July 1, 2027
How to Apply
To apply for an OB-GYN Residency position, you must submit an application using the ResidencyCAS application service https://residencycas.cas.myliaison.com/applicant/login
Our residency program is proud to serve as a welcoming learning environment for medical students. Albert Einstein College of Medicine students have the opportunity to rotate alongside our residents during their senior year, gaining hands-on clinical experience while working closely with our faculty team. We are committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive and collaborative educational environment where students are encouraged to ask questions, develop their clinical skills and experience the culture of our program firsthand. We view each rotation as an opportunity to mentor future physicians and welcome students who are interested in learning more about our residency and becoming part of our community.
Have questions? Get in touch.
Ruth Delgado
OBGYN Residency Program Coordinator
rdelgado@montefiore.org
718-430-3502
Priscilla Rodriguez
Assistant Program Coordinator
prrodrigue@montefiore.org
718-430-4031