Dr. Alexander D. Kofinas M.D., OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist)
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Dr. Alexander D. Kofinas M.D.

OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist) | Maternal & Fetal Medicine

4/5(75)
506 6TH ST BROOKLYN NY, 11215
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4/5

About

Alexander D. Kofinas, MD, FACOG, works at Kofinas Perinatal in Brooklyn and Garden City, New York. Dr. Kofinas is an expert in maternal-fetal medicine, as well as the functions of placenta. He has studied extensively on fetal-cardio and vascular systems, as well as the mechanics of labor. Continuously selected as one of New York Magazine's Top Docs for several years running, Dr. Kofinas is one of the few physicians to be equally versed in maternal-fetal medicine as well as OBGYN. He continues to conduct research, teach, and speak around the world.

Education and Training

Kapodistrian University

University Athens-Faculty Medical, School Of Health & Science 1976

University Athens-Faculty Medical, School Of Health & Science

Board Certification

Board Certified in OBGYN and Maternal Fetal Medicine

Obstetrics and GynecologyAmerican Board of Obstetrics and GynecologyABOG- Maternal and Fetal Medicine

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 48 years of experience

Areas of expertise and specialization

Maternal Fetal MedicinePlacenta and Miscarriage Research

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Clinical Associate Professor of OBGYN, Cornell University -
  • Speaks in Greece and Europe about his Research -

Awards

  • Award for Excellence in Gynecologic Endoscopy, 1985   
  • Award for leadership, dedicated effort and support of quality patient care The Brook lyn Hospital Center Quality Assurance Program, 1999   
  • National Faculty Award for Teaching Excellence   

Internships

  • Good Samaritan Hospital

Fellowships

  • Wake Forest University (Maternal and Fetal Medicine)

Professional Society Memberships

  • International Society of Ultrasound in OBGYN, New York State Medical Society, Athens Medical Society

Articles and Publications

  • 4 Books Co-Authored, 3 Textbook Chapters, and a Variety of Presentations

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Going into Medicine Inspired by his OBGYN Uncle in Athens, Continued Interest in the Placenta

Hobbies / Sports

  • Research and Writing, Biking, Personal Fitness, Travel

Favorite professional publications

  • Placenta, Journal of the Society of Ultrasound in OBGYN, Green Journal, New England Journal of Medicine

Dr. Alexander D. Kofinas M.D.'s Practice location

901 Stewart Avenue Suite 245 -
Garden City, New York 11530
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New patients: 516-832-0300

506 6TH ST -
BROOKLYN, NY 11215
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New patients: 718-780-5610, 718-780-3159
Fax: 718-780-5085, 610-617-6280

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