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Dr. Alexis Paula Melnick, MD is an infertility specialist in Southampton, NY specializing in reproductive endocrinology and infertility, physician and general surgery. She graduated from New York University (NYU) School of Medicine in 2009 and has 17 years of experience. Dr. Alexis Paula Melnick, MD is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian, Weill Cornell Medicine, Weill Cornell Medicine - Southampton and The Ronald O. Perelman & Claudia Cohen Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a common endocrine disorder that causes symptoms such as acne, facial hair, and weight gain. It is often diagnosed when patients experience problems getting pregnant, because PCOS can interfere with ovulation. There is no cure for PCOS, but there are effective treatments that can lessen the severity of the symptoms.
Despite the name, not everyone with polycystic ovarian syndrome develops cysts on their ovaries. It is also possible to have ovarian cysts without having PCOS. The symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome are actually related to insulin resistance, a condition where the insulin made by the body is not effectively recognized by the cells. This causes the pancreas to release higher levels of insulin in order to keep blood sugar levels stable, and the excess insulin interferes with hormone production in the pituitary and ovaries, causing the PCOS symptoms.
The symptoms of PCOS include:
PCOS is a syndrome, which means that if patients have PCOS, they might not have each and every symptom. Even a few of them might be enough to have physicians check for polycystic ovarian syndrome. A doctor might perform an exam and order blood tests to measure hormone levels.
Treatment for PCOS may include:
Polycystic ovarian syndrome is one of the most common endocrine disorders affecting women. Left untreated, it can increase the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers. Fortunately there are many good treatment options available.
Dr. Alexis Paula Melnick, MD graduated from New York University (NYU) School of Medicine in 2009. She is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology (Reproductive Endocrinology/Infertility) and has a state license in New York.
Medical School: New York University (NYU) School of Medicine (2009)
Board Certification: American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology (Reproductive Endocrinology/Infertility)
Licensed In: New York
Dr. Alexis Paula Melnick, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Healthspring, United Healthcare, AETNA, Oxford Health Plans, CIGNA, Quality Health Management (QHM), Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, UnitedHealthcare, Rockefeller University/Luminare, Aetna - NYP, WorldWide Medical, Aetna PPO, Aetna HMO, United Healthcare Empire Plan, Aetna Weill Cornell Employee Managed Care Plan, Oxford Health Plans Metro/Core/Charter, Rockefeller University - Trustmark, Aetna Weill Cornell Employee PPO Plan, Oxford Health Plans Freedom, Oxford Health Plans Liberty and Aetna-NYP EPO/POS.
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$995
MENOPUR $288 |
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Gonal-f $16 |
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Dr. Alexis P. Melnick is an Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Medicine at the Ronald O. Perelman and Claudia Cohen Center for Reproductive Medicine (CRM) of Weill Cornell Medical College. She received her undergraduate degree in Biological Basis of Behavior and Hispanic Studies Summa Cum Laude from the University of Pennsylvania, where she was elected to Phi Beta Kappa. She received her medical degree from New York University School of Medicine where she was a member of Alpha Omega Alpha, the national medical honor society. She went on to complete a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at New York Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center followed by a fellowship in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at the Ronald O. Perelman and Claudia Cohen Center for Reproductive Medicine. Dr. Melnick is a board-certified Fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and a member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine and the Society for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility.Dr. Melnick offers patients a full range of reproductive services in her practice including ovulation induction, in vitro fertilization, fertility preservation, oocyte donation and treatment of reproductive endocrinopathies and recurrent miscarriage, and menopause. She is also a skilled surgeon, performing a variety of minimally-invasive surgical techniques for treatment of endometrial and ovarian disorders.Dr. Melnick has received numerous awards for her clinical excellence and surgical expertise including the Frederick C. Holden Award for Excellence in Obstetrics & Gynecology (NYU) and the Special Resident in Minimally Invasive Surgery Award (American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists). In addition, she is a prolific researcher and contributor to the literature, having authored numerous peer-reviewed publications. Her current areas of interest include preimplantation genetic screening (PGS), implantation failure and oocyte donation.Dr. Melnick sees patients in both CRM's main office on Manhattan's Upper East Side (1305 York Avenue, 6th Floor, New York, NY 10021) and at 215 East 68th Street, NY 10065. Please call (646) 962-7650 for more information and to schedule an appointment.For more information about Cornell's Department of Reproductive Medicine, visit IVF.org.
