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We are a private practice gynecologic surgical
center.
We have been in continual practice since 1975. During this
time we have accumulated a vast experience in first and
second trimester abortion, in-office tubal sterilization
and the abortion pill.
We have also provided our gynecology patients the full spectrum of minor gynecological surgery.
We have state of the art diagnostic and monitoring equipment
and are fully equipped to deal with medical contingencies.
As a result, we have developed the reputation as the center
of last resort for difficult and complicated cases.
In addition to technical expertise, we feel that we have developed a special sensitivity to emotional needs of women contemplating a pregnancy termination.
Our surgeon Michael Benjamin, M.D. received his medical degree from the State University of New York, Downstate Health Sciences Center in 1967. He served an Internship and Residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Long Island Jewish Medical Center and Queens Hospital Center from 1967-1971. Dr. Benjamin also served as an Obstetrician and Gynecologist in the USN from 1971-1973 and was certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology in 1973 and recertified in 1996.
He is a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and
Gynecology and several surgical societies. Since 1973 Dr.
Benjamin has been in private practice of OB/GYN in the Fort
Lauderdale area. Over the course of time he has become increasingly
specialized in office gynecologic surgery, and introduced
many innovations to the community.
Sidney Macaw, Registered Nurse Practitioner has added greatly to our abilities to facilitate visits for routine evaluation. She is readily available for minor problems and generally sees patients for routine post-abortion exams. In addition she is available for women who prefer female practitioners for their gynecologic healthcare.
Robin, our head nurse has had such extensive "hands-on" experience with patients with problem pregnancies that she instinctively responds to their needs, be they medical or emotional.
Our front office staff are very experienced in facilitating
scheduling, travel, and insurance. Their physician liason
experience allows for minimal stress during a difficult
time.
Joyce, our recovery nurse, has the experience and compassion
that makes for a smooth and uneventful transition to discharge.
Years of working together harmoniously has made for teamwork
and consistency which minimizes the risks arising from error.
Most of our patients come from the South Florida area, frequently
referred by their gynecologists and/or health insurance plans.
We do, however, see patients from throughout the Southeast,
Caribbean and South America. Self-referral constitutes much
of our elective practice.
For patients in need of the utmost privacy, please contact
our office in advance to arrange for private care.
Deluxe concierge services are available with advance arrangements.
We consult with and evaluate patients Monday through Friday.
We perform the full range of procedures Tuesdays, Wednesdays,
Fridays and alternate Saturdays. We maintain 24-hour per day,
7 days per week physician coverage.
Because time is frequently critical medically, and is always
critical emotionally, we strive to maintain the capacity
to perform surgery within 24-hours of scheduling, generally
the following day.
We adhere to the standards of care for abortion of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (“ACOG”) and the National Abortion Federation (“NAF”). We conform to OSHA standards for infection control and CLIA laboratory standards. Our personal standards demand that our services always consider our patient’s emotional needs and dignity.
Please contact our office regarding surgical costs as base
fees are determined by ultrasound measurement; current gestational
size not weeks. Financial assistance is available for those
who qualify.
Many health plans cover abortion. We are contracted with
all the major South Florida Area plans and the only contracted
for 2nd trimester abortion. Some plans cover only medically
indicated abortion, others cover elective procedures as
well.
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