Greater New Haven OB GYN

03/24/2021

We're extremely proud of our very own Dr. Shih who is volunteering her time to help give covid vaccines!

02/25/2021

Henrietta Lacks (1920-1951)
is the woman who in death saved countless lives!

She died at 31 of cervical cancer. Her cell tissue was removed for medical research (without permission, usual practice back in the day). Her cells multiplied and survived at an extraordinarily high rate and are renowned worldwide as the "HeLa line' or the 'gold standard' of cell lines. They are an important, if not the most important cell sample to this day!

The first human cell line and is the greatest discovery that helped develop numerous cures, studies and technologies that we have today.

Henrietta Lacks was inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame in December 2020.

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Today, thanks to countless research, we can prevent the development of cervical cancer.

The most common form of cervical cancer starts with pre-cancerous changes!

If a pre-cancer cell is found it can be treated, keeping it from turning into cervical cancer.

So how do we find those pre-cancer cells? By performing a Pap smear and a HPV test!

These tests are done on your annual check-up and are critically important as a prevention method!

There are risk factors and conditions that can increase the odds of developing cervical cancer:
Infection by the human papillomavirus (HPV)
Unprotected s*x - condom remove skin to skin contact, thus preventing the transmission of HPV
Smoking
Weakened immune system
Chlamydia infection
HIV

We invite you to visit the American Cancer Society for more information.

02/22/2021

Experiencing pelvic pain?

Pelvic pain can start suddenly and usually doesn’t last long. However, if it persists and lasts for months, you are experiencing chronic pelvic pain.

Not all pelvic pain is a sign of something bad happening with your reproductive system. But you should contact your doctor at Greater New Haven OB/GYN Group for advice.

In order to answer your main concern, your doctor needs to perform a pelvic exam.
This exam lasts a few minutes during which your ob/gyn examines your v***a, va**na, cervix, ovaries, uterus, re**um and pelvis for any abnormalities.

After examining you externally, internally and by performing a physical exam of the pelvic organs your provider will have enough information to conclude if anything revealed is unusual.
You and your doctor will discuss any next steps, additional tests, follow-up or treatment that you might need.

As our patient, we encourage you to always have questions and discuss them with your doctor during your visit.

Pelvic exams are also commonly performed during pregnancy.

Our dedicated staff is eager to assist you with your pelvic pain at any of our 4 locations:

1970 Whitney Ave Unit 4
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 248-5067

46 Prince St suite 207
New Haven, CT 06519
(203) 787-2264

6 Woodland Road
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 245-3850

325 Boston Post Rd Suite 3B
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 795-5590

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02/19/2021

Why do they matter and how to choose?!

During pregnancy our bodies change and the amount of vitamins we take in is important for both mommy and baby’s development!

Two basic vitamins are important during pregnancy:
Folic acid and Iron!
They help prevent fetal brain and spinal cord defects and support the development of the placenta and fetus.

There are many prenatal vitamins out there and we do recommend them not only to our pregnant ladies but also to ladies that want to conceive in the near future. The reason being that the development of the fetus is crucial in every stage but especially in the first month of pregnancy during which most women don’t know they are pregnant.

Have questions or concerns about prenatal vitamins?

Discuss your choices with your provider in one of our locations!

1970 Whitney Ave Unit 4
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 248-5067

46 Prince St suite 207
New Haven, CT 06519
(203) 787-2264

6 Woodland Road
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 245-3850

325 Boston Post Rd Suite 3B
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 795-5590

02/16/2021

Meet Dr. Asia Edusa!

Dr. Edusa is passionate about empowering women to lead healthy lives, celebrate their diversity, and nurture their unique gifts.

Few facts about Dr. Asia Edusa:
Graduated cm laude with a BA in Biological Anthropology from Harvard University
Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Alpha Omega Alpha National Medical Honor Society
OB/GYN residency at Yale
Administrative Chief Residents at Yale
Peter A. Grannum award received for her "humanistic approach to medicine and dedication to teaching medical students."
Attending Physician at Yale-New Haven Hospital
Clinical Instructor at the Yale University School of Medicine
Board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology
Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology

She loves gardening and can often be found with a flower in her hair. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling with her three delightful children and her large extended family.

You can book your appointment with Dr. Edusa by calling us at (203) 787-2264.

Dr. Edusa is more than happy to meet with you.

Book your appointment in one of our 4 locations:

1970 Whitney Ave Unit 4
Hamden, CT 06517

46 Prince St suite 207
New Haven, CT 06519

6 Woodland Road
Madison, CT 06443

325 Boston Post Rd Suite 3B
Orange, CT 06477

02/08/2021

Countdown! Your pregnancy journey just started!

countdown actually starts 2 weeks before you conceive!

At week 1 and 2 you’re not technically pregnant yet, but your body starts creating conditions that allow the process of pregnancy to move forward! Did you know that the first day of your pregnancy is actually the date you got your last period?

Yep, your provider at will calculate your due date from the first day of your ! That’s why it’s so important to come in and do a full checkup as soon as you get your positive pregnancy test!

When is your due date? Come visit us and we’ll help you find out :)

1970 Whitney Ave Unit 4
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 248-5067

46 Prince St suite 207
New Haven, CT 06519
(203) 787-2264

6 Woodland Road
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 245-3850

325 Boston Post Rd Suite 3B
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 795-5590

02/04/2021

Don’t get us wrong, we love our pregnant ladies!

Women’s health needs to be kept in check from early teens to adulthood. Our advice is that you treat your health like pregnant women do - with discipline! Make sure you come to your yearly check EVERY YEAR! We can’t stress enough how important prevention is :)

Tag a friend in the comments who needs to know about Greater New Haven OB/GYN Group in Connecticut!

Schedule your annual appointment today at one of our 4 locations:

1970 Whitney Ave Unit 4
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 248-5067

46 Prince St suite 207
New Haven, CT 06519
(203) 787-2264

6 Woodland Road
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 245-3850

325 Boston Post Rd Suite 3B
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 795-5590






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02/01/2021

Thank you to our patient Lizzyy M. for this great review of our facility in !

Which Greater New Haven Ob/Gyn Group location is your favorite to visit?

Let us know in the comments!

Our dedicated staff is eager to assist you at any of our 4 locations
Call our office at (203) 787-2264.

Schedule an appointment today!

1970 Whitney Ave Unit 4
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 248-5067

46 Prince St suite 207
New Haven, CT 06519
(203) 787-2264

6 Woodland Road
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 245-3850

325 Boston Post Rd Suite 3B
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 795-5590

01/29/2021

Did you know..?

is an Affiliated Practice of Yale Medicine
which means we're able to offer you the best of private practice plus
access to all of the services of
Yale New Haven Hospital and the Smilow Cancer Center.

Contact our team of caring doctors and midwives for a full range of healthcare services for women of all ages.

You can book your appointment by calling us at (203) 787-2264

1970 Whitney Ave Unit 4
Hamden, CT 06517

46 Prince St suite 207
New Haven, CT 06519

6 Woodland Road
Madison, CT 06443

325 Boston Post Rd Suite 3B
Orange, CT 06477

01/26/2021

How excited are you about your first ultrasound?

It’s the first time that you see your baby! Apart from that,
ultrasound during pregnancy plays a very important role.

At
The ultrasound is an indispensable tool in following up on your pregnancy.

This examination is used to:
➞ evaluate the position of the fetus
➞ diagnose congenital abnormalities
➞ determine if there are multiple pregnancies
➞ assess the size and growth of the fetus

The picture is just a bonus for the proud parents :D and we are so happy to be part of your journey!

Choose the location where your first family picture will take place:

1970 Whitney Ave Unit 4
Hamden, CT 06517

46 Prince St suite 207
New Haven, CT 06519

6 Woodland Road
Madison, CT 06443

325 Boston Post Rd Suite 3B
Orange, CT 06477

You can book your appointment by calling us at (203) 787-2264

We look forward to seeing you!

01/21/2021

How has a midwife impacted your life?

Let us know in the comments!

At Greater New Haven OB/GYN Group we are proud to
have 4 incredible midwives
that work tirelessly and passionately to advocate for women every day.

Providing full scope midwifery care for our community, our midwives are here to help you during your pregnancy, labor, delivery and after the birth of your baby.

You can book your appointment by calling us at (203) 787-2264

1970 Whitney Ave Unit 4
Hamden, CT 06517

46 Prince St suite 207
New Haven, CT 06519

6 Woodland Road
Madison, CT 06443

325 Boston Post Rd Suite 3B
Orange, CT 06477

01/15/2021

No matter the age, any woman should receive the best care possible.

At Greater New Haven you have your ob/gyn for life!

You can book your appointment by calling us at (203) 787-2264

1970 Whitney Ave Unit 4
Hamden, CT 06517

46 Prince St suite 207
New Haven, CT 06519

6 Woodland Road
Madison, CT 06443

325 Boston Post Rd Suite 3B
Orange, CT 06477

01/12/2021

Meet Dr. Denise Tonzola!

As an OB/GYN, she enjoys educating her patients about their reproductive health and
personalizes the care to each and every patient in order to ensure that you receive the best treatment possible!

She especially values the long lasting relationships she has established with her patients,
many of which extend across multiple generations of family members.

Few facts about Dr. Denise Tonzola
Born and raised in New Jersey
Graduated summa cm laude Rutgers University in '88
MD degree from New York University
AOA medical honor society '92
Chief Resident at Yale '96
Partner at Greater New Haven OB/Gyn Group '01
Proud mother of 3 sons :)

You can book your appointment with Dr. Tonzola by calling us at (203) 787-2264

Dr. Tonzola is more than happy to see you at one of our 4 locations:

1970 Whitney Ave Unit 4
Hamden, CT 06517

46 Prince St suite 207
New Haven, CT 06519

6 Woodland Road
Madison, CT 06443

325 Boston Post Rd Suite 3B
Orange, CT 06477

01/07/2021

Ultrasound is the preferred imaging technique in diagnostics and an inseparable part of any check-up with your gynecologist.

At Greater New Haven Group, we’re using state-of-the-art machines and the latest techniques available in the field.

Being able to perform ultrasounds in our own office helps us give our patients accurate diagnostics and appropriate planning of procedures.

Our dedicated staff is eager to assist you at any of our 4 locations
Call our office at (203) 787-2264

And schedule your appointment today!

1970 Whitney Ave Unit 4
Hamden, CT 06517

46 Prince St suite 207
New Haven, CT 06519

6 Woodland Road
Madison, CT 06443

325 Boston Post Rd Suite 3B
Orange, CT 06477

01/04/2021

Which Greater New Haven Ob/Gyn Group location is your favorite to visit?

Let us know in the comments!

Our dedicated staff is eager to assist you at any of our 4 locations
Call our office at (203) 787-2264

Schedule an appointment today!

1970 Whitney Ave Unit 4
Hamden, CT 06517

46 Prince St suite 207
New Haven, CT 06519

6 Woodland Road
Madison, CT 06443

325 Boston Post Rd Suite 3B
Orange, CT 06477

01/01/2021

We have a for all!

wishes that 2021
brings good health, happiness, and success to all!

12/23/2020

wishes you and your loved ones the most joyful holidays

12/23/2020

Our offices will be closed for the holidays
24th and 25th of December and 1st of January
On December 31stour working hours are from 8am to 2pm

If you would like to schedule an appointment
please call (203) 787-2264

We are more than happy to schedule your appointment in one of our 4 office locations!
Our dedicated staff is eager to assist you at:

- Madison -
6 Woodland Rd #1
- Hamden -
1970 Whitney Ave #4
- New Haven -
46 Prince St #207
- Orange -
325 Boston Post Rd

07/30/2020

Greater New Haven OBGYN is pleased to welcome Catherine Amble, M.D. who is joining our practice in August. Dr. Amble is now accepting patients with Greater New Haven OBGYN. Patients may call 203-787-2264 to schedule an appointment.

06/09/2020

Our talented and experienced team of doctors and midwives are completely dedicated to providing you with the best obstetric and gynecological services available.

06/02/2020

Racism is an issue that directly affects the healthcare of women and people with uteruses. We stand in solidarity with those suffering from racism and injustice, and recognize it as a health crisis. Today for we are open, learning, and reflecting on how we can be better allies for our community, our colleagues, and most importantly our patients and families. We will not tolerate hatred of any kind 🖤🤎❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

https://blackmamasmatter.org/ is a wonderful resource if you are new to maternal health disparities in the black community, with the aim of advancing care, cultivating research, shifting culture and changing policy in this community. Feel free to share resources you have found helpful in the quest to end racism and racial health disparities below.

05/28/2020

If you are experiencing , it helps to have a trusted resource to go to for answers. That's what you'll find at Greater New Haven OB/GYN.

05/19/2020

As women, our bodies change so much. You can trust Greater New Haven OB/GYN for honest answers, accurate diagnoses, and comprehensive services that cover you during these challenging times. Give us a call today to set up an appointment.

04/23/2020

Join our community for a discussion on what to expect during COVID-19 while birthing at Yale!

04/02/2020

Huge thank you to Lena at Angie Lu Tailors in Madison for making these N95 covers for us! Despite the many obstacles in our path we continue to work through this pandemic to provide care for our patients and their families 💜 Please keep doing your part, staying home and practicing social distancing so we can get through this together!

03/17/2020

To all of our valued patients and families

We are in the midst of a true public health crisis, and at this point we know that what each and every one of us does matters to the greater good. Due to these difficult circumstances, our practice will begin to implement some changes starting tomorrow to ensure we're doing our part to "flatten the curve". Our office procedures and policies will continue to evolve so please check our website regularly at www.greaternewhavenobgyn.net

We will be continuing to see our patients in a modified spaced out schedule to try to limit patients crossing paths and allow adequate time to super clean our rooms. As a reminder, please come alone to visits if possible, no children, limit to one visitor. We are implementing a phone check in. Please remain in your vehicle and call the office when you arrive. We will triage your visit and let you know when your room is ready, so that you can come right in for your exam.

We are working on rolling out a telemedicine option and hope to be able to start offering appropriate visits online. It will be imperative that you have MyChart access set up. If you do not, please call our office for the activation code.

If you have an appointment and have a fever (temperature >100.0 degrees Fahrenheit), cough, or direct contact with someone who has these symptoms, please call our office and we can help direct you as to what to do next. Please DO NOT come into the office if you meet any of those criteria. Yale New Haven Hospital has a specific plan in place and a protocol for us to follow, and we will help ensure you get the care you need.

We are learning and recommendations are changing every day. We recommend you try not to overwhelm yourself with news. The CDC website is an excellent resource for questions you may have! Do your best to practice "social distancing" meaning hunker down at home, keep at least a cars length away from others, wash your hands and commonly used surfaces frequently, avoid touching your face, and focus on your family. We will get through this, and we look forward to continuing to provide you the best care when we're on the other side.

Be well,
The Doctors and Midwives of Greater New Haven OBGYN

Greater New Haven OB/GYN is passionate about pregnancy. We provide friendly obstetrics and gynecology care to New Haven, Hamden, Orange and Madison, CT.

03/13/2020

To all our valued families, women, and people we serve, be smart and safe. There isn’t a lot of data on pregnancy and Covid 19 but what we do know is reassuring. Good hand washing, avoid crowds, stay hydrated 💜

01/02/2020

12/06/2019

10/13/2019

We have both in all four of our office locations! Now is the time to get your flu shot, and the TDAP vaccine is most effective in the third trimester 😊

Millions do not, and they may be endangering their babies as well as themselves. Only 35 percent of pregnant women get both vaccines; about half get one.

09/02/2019

Have you ever needed a Rhogam shot? You might have this lovely gentleman to thank!

05/23/2019

Today is , a day to bring knowledge and raise awareness about this condition of pregnancy and postpartum. This is one of the reasons we ask you to leave a urine and assess your blood pressure at every visit!!

We are so proud at GNH to be able to work with the incredible folks at Yale on things like the Yale Hearts Moms study, which aims to improve mothers’ health by studying the association between pregnancy and heart disease risk. If you’ve recently delivered, are over 18, and especially if you have had preeclampsia, please let your provider know if you would like to participate!

Becoming a mother is a wonderful and exciting time. It is also a time to take the opportunity to “improve your health to benefit the whole family”. The Yale ❤ Moms study is held at 6-12 months after delivery and focuses on prevention and lifestyle modification for women who may be at increased...

05/06/2019

For all the sleepless nights, crazy call shifts and bustling office days, we thank all of our Midwives at GNH! We’re so lucky our patients are in such good hands 🙌🏻

03/30/2019

Yesterday was and we are so thankful for all our doctors, past and present, who provide exceptional care for our patients. Thank you!!

03/08/2019

Thank you to all the women and families that allow us to care for them each day! We’re celebrating you!

12/23/2018

Wishing all of our patients and families Happy Holidays and a healthy New Year!! We will be closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, and reopen Wednesday through Friday this week. Thank you for the opportunity to be part of your lives!

10/18/2018

Flu shots currently available in all 4 of our office locations, it’s not too early!

CDC public health news, press releases, government public health news, medical and disease news, story ideas, photos.

10/01/2018

Happy National Midwifery Week to all of our amazing midwives!

09/15/2018

Last Saturday our awesome physicians Dr. Lima and Dr. Kopel both rode in the Smilow Closer to Free Ride. We’re so proud to have them both in our practice!! (Photo credit and pictured, wonderful Labor and Birth nurse Lori)