Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology

The Sloane Hospital for Women has a rich tradition of academic leadership, excellence in clinical training, and advances in reproductive science research. At the helm of the department’s research efforts is the Chair, Dr. Mary D’Alton. Dr. D’Alton recently served as the Principal Investigator for the FaSTER trial of aneuploidy detection in the first trimester. This study included more than 38,000 patients and was the largest grant ever awarded by the NICHD in obstetrics. We are proud of our large internationally renowned faculty, and the department has trained many outstanding physicians who have gone on to become leaders and innovators in the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

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The Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine is led by Dr. Ron Wapner, a nationally recognized expert in the field of invasive fetal diagnosis and therapy. The division has premier specialists in ultrasound imaging, and has recently created an Obstetrical Intensive Care Service that has become a referral center for many of the sickest obstetrical patients in the city. In addition, a unique Center for Prenatal Pediatrics provides a multidisciplinary approach to the care of patients with fetal anomalies. The division of MFM also has the greatest scope of experience in the management of multiple gestations in this part of the United States.

The Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility is headed by Dr. Mark Sauer, whose expertise is in the area of Assisted Reproductive Technology, and who has been a major innovator in delivering fertility services to patients with life threatening illnesses. The division is also home to Dr. Rogerio Lobo, a former Chair of this department and perhaps the country’s leading expert on medical reproductive endocrinology and problems related to the menopause. The Center for Women’s Reproductive Care is one of the largest, longest standing, and most successful infertility centers in the nation.

The Division of Gynecologic Oncology is led by Dr. Thomas Herzog, a dynamic educator who is one of the finest surgeons in the country. Our highly experienced gynecologic oncologists deliver and coordinate all aspects of patients' care from screening and consultation to the most difficult invasive surgeries through radiation and chemotherapy and follow-up care. Clinical research and basic science research are two major focuses in the division. Our physicians are members of the Gynecologic Oncology Group (GOG), a multi-institutional clinical research group funded by the National Cancer Institute. Membership in this association gives our patients access to clinical trials involving the latest, most promising chemotherapeutics for women with gynecologic malignancies. Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons is the only major medical school in New York City designated by the NCI as a Comprehensive Cancer Center.

The Division of Family Planning and Preventive Services is directed by Dr. Carolyn Westhoff, a world leader in the field. The division provides education, access to contraception and counseling to patients to prevent unplanned pregnancies as well as a full range of family planning services to our diverse patient population in a nonjudgmental, caring and supportive environment. Many innovative studies are ongoing in the division. We currently have women participating in over ten trials focused on new contraceptive methods. The Division is one of twelve centers nationwide that participate in the Contraceptive Clinical Trials Network of the National Institute of Health, developing new methods of birth control.

The Division of Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery is led by Dr. John C. Evanko, a master surgeon and educator in the realm of benign gynecologic disease and pelvic floor surgery. Dr. Evanko and the other physicians in the division specialize in the treatment of all types of urinary incontinence, pelvic prolapse, and reconstructive vaginal surgery using advanced minimally invasive procedures and pelvic rehabilitation, as well as innovative surgical procedures.

Our residents work in the busy clinical setting of each of these divisions under the close and supportive supervision of a dedicated and dynamic group of physicians who are committed to teaching and are invested in their professional development. Each of our residents participates in a research project and many have presented their work at national meetings or have collaborated with faculty members on publications during the course of their training. Each resident is also sponsored to attend one national conference during the course of their tenure.

The residency program is fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). House officers at Sloane Hospital for Women hold academic appointments as Post-doctoral Residency Fellows of Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons. As an important part of their learning experience residents are expected to teach, supervise and evaluate medical students on all services.