Coagulation Defects in Pregnancy and Postpartum near Passaic, NJ

Biography: Imo J. Akpan, M.D. graduated from Swarthmore College with a B.A. in Chemistry. Prior to enrolling in medical school she was involved in iron biology research at the Children's Hospital Boston where she helped to describe a mouse-model for anemia of inflammation by studying the role of hepcidin in iron homeostasis. Dr. Akpan received her medical degree from The University of Illinois (UIC) at Chicago College of Medicine and received "The Michael and Kate Brny Research Award" for research supported by the American Society of Hematology and the UIC Craig Research Award. Dr. Akpan then enrolled in the Physician-Scientist Training Program at Northwestern University/McGaw Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois where she did her residency in internal medicine and her fellowship in Hematology/Oncology. Subsequently, she did an Advanced Hematology/Oncology Research fellowship as a K12 Physician Scientist Scholar at The University of Chicago Medical Center where she also worked as a Clinical Instructor. Dr. Akpan's clinical and research expertise spans several blood disorders, including anemia (any type of anemia in addition to auto immune hemolytic anemia), iron disorders (high iron levels and iron deficiency), sickle cell disease, thalassemia, PNH, platelet disorders including ITP, high hemoglobin, high platelet, white blood cell disorders and, bleeding and clotting disorders including Anti phospholipid antibody syndrome. Dr. Akpan provides consultation for patients with complex bleeding or clotting issues undergoing surgeries and blood disorders in patients with a history of bariatric surgery. She works closely with her pregnant patients and works closely with obstetricians and other members of the inter-disciplinary team. Dr. Akpan co-leads the Women's clinic for blood disorders at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center, a dedicated clinic for women experiencing blood disorders including heavy menstrual bleeding, thrombocytopenia in pregnancy, anemia in pregnancy, blood clots and anticoagulation management during pregnancy, among others. Dr. Akpan is a member of the American Society of Hematology, the Hemostasis and Thrombosis Research Society, and the International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis. She has authored numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals, and has spoken at clinical and research conferences across the country. Dr. Akpan is an avid runner and was inducted into the Swarthmore College Garnet Athletics Hall of Fame for Track and Field in 2013.

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Biography: Dr. Ribaudo joined the Columbia faculty in 2003 and has been an active participant in the residency training program. The majority of her practice focuses on general obstetrics, general gynecology and managing abnormal pap smears. A native New Yorker, Dr. Ribaudo is fluent in Italian and Spanish, and spends her free time with her husband and two children.

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Care Philosophy: We are committed to delivering the best care and an exceptional patient experience. We are devoted to providing services that are patient-centered and compassionate, and care for you as a person.

Care Philosophy: Krina was born and raised in Somerset, NJ. She completed a 6 year program at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia where she earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy and Bachelor of Health Sciences degrees. Krina believes that it is important to work in an environment where there is constant motivation to grow and learn. She strongly believes the important of patient education and develops individualized care plans to allow her patients to be the most functional that they can and allow them to return to do things they enjoy and love. She has experience in working with all age ranges which includes both surgical and non-surgical cases within the orthopedic, pediatric, geriatric and school-aged populations. She has worked with those who have scoliosis in which she observed utilization of the Schroth Method. Krina enjoys spending time with her family and friends during her free time. She enjoys playing board/card games, binge watching shows, shopping and eating good food. Krina has a special interest in arts and crafts in which she spends time doodling and making personalized crafts with her Cricut maker!

Care Philosophy: We are committed to delivering the best care and an exceptional patient experience. We are devoted to providing services that are patient-centered and compassionate, and care for you as a person.

Biography: Dr. Fiorelli's practice encompasses a broad range of women's health care including contraceptive management, pre-conceptual counseling, obstetrics, gynecologic issues such as abnormal pap smears, irregular bleeding, and polycystic ovarian syndrome, as well as gynecologic surgery and menopause management. She has a special interest in adolescent gynecology.Dr. Fiorelli chose the field of obstetrics and gynecology because it provides the unique opportunity to focus on the care of women across the lifespan. It is a specialty that allows her to play many rolesscientist, caretaker and surgeon. Dr. Fiorelli works hard to build lasting relationships with her patients. She encourages patient to take an active role in medical treatment decisions and values discussion and a team approach to care planning. Dr. Fiorelli is proud to practice at Columbia where the hospital is dedicated to excellence. Her patients receive individual attention and outstanding care from her entire team including the office staff, nurses, residents, and all of the partners in her practice. Being part of a world-renowned academic institution provides her patients with state-of-the-art resources and access to experts in every field. Dr. Fiorelli graduated from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons as the highest achieving female student in her class. She completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the NewYork Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center, where she was awarded the Resident of the Year Award in 2007. Dr. Fiorelli joined the faculty at Columbia upon completion of her residency. She is the mother of three young children, all of whom were delivered at Columbia.