Department Of Obstetrics Gynecology And Women’s Health, Our department mission is to provide comprehensive women’s health care to improve health outcomes for the diverse population of women we serve in our community. Complementary to our mission is our commitment to educate the next generation of health care professionals and to participate in evidence based research to ensure patient care continues to evolve in the areas of quality and safety. To this end, a culture of learning and collaboration is present within the department through innovative interdisciplinary relationships. We are proud of our history and are building on our strengths to be the department of choice for highly capable medical staff, trainees and faculty who share our mission.
The Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women’s Health
About the Department
The Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women’s Health at Montefiore Health System/Albert Einstein College of Medicine is centered on providing comprehensive health care to women and is recognized nationally and internationally for our clinical, education and research achievements focused on improving patient outcomes. Our department of over 100 faculty and 375 staff are providing clinical care and training to the next generation of physicians at multiple ambulatory and inpatient facilities throughout the Bronx and Westchester communities. We provide a robust training program for our medical students, residents and fellows. Previous trainees and faculty in the department have attained recognition in medical schools throughout the country, including serving as Chairs.
Sharmila Makhija, MD, MBA (2015-present) is the sixth Department Chair. The previous Department Chairs include: Morris Glass, MD (1955-1957), Seymour Romney, MD (1957-1972), Harold Schulman, MD (1972-1980), Irwin Kaiser, MD (1980-1982), Irwin Merkatz, MD (1982-2015)
Mission Statement
“ To provide comprehensive women’s health care, through a culture of discovery and teaching, to advance health outcomes for the diverse community we serve”
Vision Statement
“To be a distinguished academic department that transforms the health and lives of women and their families”
Values
- Humanity
- Equity
- Teamwork
- Diversity
- Innovation
Core Value
INTEGRITY – EVERYTHING WE DO WE DO WITH INTEGRITY