Dr. Irina Cherepashinskaya-vaizman M.D.
OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist) | Obstetrics
1478 Victory Blvd Staten Island NY, 10301About
Dr. Irina Cherepashinskaya-vaizman is an obstetrician-gynecologist practicing in Staten Island, NY. Dr. Cherepashinskaya-vaizman specializes in women's health, particularly the female reproductive system, pregnancy and childbirth. As an obstetrician-gynecologist, or OB-GYN, Dr. Cherepashinskaya-vaizman can treat a number of health issues related to the vagina, uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes and breasts. Dr Cherepashinskaya-vaizman can also treat women during pregnancy, labor, childbirth and the postpartum period. In this specialty, doctors focus on reproductive care from puberty through adulthood.
Education and Training
St George',s University MD
Board Certification
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Provider Details
Dr. Irina Cherepashinskaya-vaizman M.D.'s Expert Contributions
Pregnany or hormone changes?
Hello, Even though you had a tubal ligation, there’s still a chance for you to get pregnant, so you definitely should do a pregnancy test. However, there is a high chance it’s most likely related to your diet pills intake. I would advise you to do a pregnancy test to make sure. READ MORE
Plan B pill?
Yes, taking plan B can throw your cycle to be either earlier or later. Also, it's 85% effective. It moves your ovulation if it didn't happen yet, so it happens later and if sperm is around later if you ovulated you can still get pregnant in the same cycle. So at this point, I would just wait for a period. You can also do a pregnancy test via blood- quantitative bhcg. READ MORE
Why do I bleed during intercourse?
It is possible for patients to bleed after intercourse- some of the reasons we look for: infection, abnormal cervical cells, and in your case if you were checked for all the STIs and other vaginal infections could be friable cervix or mechanical trauma from intercourse. I would speak to your ob-gyn to see what the possible reason for you is. READ MORE
I'm having unstoppable bleeding from depo provera?
On depo Provera contraceptive injection it is not uncommon to bleed the 1st month after receiving it. If you continue using it as your contraceptive method, there is a good chance you won’t get any periods at all, which is normal. READ MORE
How does your period look if you are pregnant?
Usually if you are pregnant, you don't have a period. However, some women have spotting the month they find out about the pregnancy, which is either implantation of pregnancy bleeding or could be something more serious like bleeding because of ectopic pregnancy. It is best to see a doctor if your pregnancy is positive. READ MORE
How do I calculate my ovulation day?
In a typical 28 day cycle your ovulation day is mid cycled - day 14. You can also buy ovulation kit in the pharmacy to help you determine that. READ MORE
Why does my vagina feel sore and heavy after sex?
One if the reasons could be that vessels surrounding vagina filled up with blood due to arousal and tissue is engorged, thats for feeling of heaviness. The soreness most likely due to micro tears that happens during friction. You may want to see your gyn for any signs of infection if discomfort persist READ MORE
How long does it take to get pregnant?
If you and your partner healthy and you have regular cycles, trying for a year is considered normal. If you have irregularities in cycle you may want to discuss it with your gyn READ MORE
Can I be pregnant if my urine test is negative?
You can be if the test is early and bhcg pregnancy hormone below the level that urine test can detect READ MORE
What are the first symptoms of pregnancy?
There are a few, one is missed period. Others could include nausea, breast tenderness, fatigue, headache. Everybody is different, and pregnancies in the same person can give different symptoms with different pregnancies. READ MORE
Will I have trouble walking after a C-section?
Every patient is different. Different people have different pain tolerance. You should be able to sit in the chair the next morning and walk a little later the same day. Take pain medicine first few days to get better, then later you will not need as much. Good luck READ MORE
Does an OB-GYN also carry out tests to detect cancer in women?
Ob/gyn checks for cervical cancer with pap smear. We also look for signs of uterine cancer (like irregular bleeding, bleeding after menopause) as well as ovarian and breast cancer (mammogram). All of that also depends on personal and family history. READ MORE
Can you get your period while pregnant?
Bleeding during pregnancy is concerning. You should see your doctor and discuss it with her/ him. It may be related to vaginal infection, it could be caused by intercourse or preterm labor among other causes. READ MORE
Can someone in their 40s still get pregnant?
Fertility decreases with age, but you can still get pregnant. It would help if you have regular cycles. Either way, you should see a gyn for additional information. READ MORE
When is an epidural used?
It can be given pretty much at any time READ MORE
How soon after a hysterectomy can I be physically active?
It depends what kind of hysterectomy you had and how you healed. After seeing your doctor, he will probably allow all the activities after 8 weeks. READ MORE
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