“It is of utmost importance to make sure my patient feels heard, satisfied, and cared for. I love coming to work in a practice where everyone treats each other with respect, kindness, and appreciation. “
“It is of utmost importance to make sure my patient feels heard, satisfied, and cared for. I love coming to work in a practice where everyone treats each other with respect, kindness, and appreciation. “
I was born in Tehran, Iran. My family moved to Brooklyn, NY when I was three years old. I grew up in the heart of Brooklyn immersed in American culture while staying true to my Persian tradition. I am fluent in Farsi, Hebrew and Aramaic, and I currently live in Long Island.
I went to Touro College School of Health Sciences – Manhattan Campus where I very much enjoyed being the president of my class. It is my nature to really give my heart to help others around me, and I thought it would be best to start with the people that are my PA family. I graduated cum laude with bachelor’s in physician assistant studies.
I have been a PA for a little over 14 years, starting out in the Cardiology Department at Beth Israel Medical center for 5 years. This was strong medical foundation which I still carry with me today.
Shortly thereafter, I moved on to work in surgical oncology at the Pancreas Center at Columbia University for another five years. This was truly a rewarding and humbling experience. At the Pancreas Center, patience, empathy, and kindness were brought to a whole new level.
This skillset helped me a great deal while I worked with countless isolated patients during COVID in stepdown, and intensive care units at Mount Sinai Hospital, Brooklyn. This was an impossible time and like many other clinicians, I felt like it broke me. I wanted to see life and joy once again. This is what drew me to Ob/Gyn.
Professional Achievements
- Member of NYSSPA
- Member of AAPA
- NCCPA Certified
- ACLS Certified
- BLS Certified
- Preceptor for PA and NP students
An Inteview with Pegah Gheitani
What led you to the field of obstetrics/gynecology?
Women’s health gave me light during a challenging time. This field showed me that I had so much more to give, and educated me in new ways to help women feel empowered and supported.
How many years have you been practicing in the field?
I have been practicing in this field of medicine since Feb 2021.
What makes your job rewarding? What do you enjoy about your work?
Pregnancy can be a whirlwind of a journey. Whether you are a first-time mother or a seasoned one, there are so many things to consider, and endless questions to ask. I genuinely believe that my drive and compassion to advocate for and help my patients and their families is what helps me feel good at the end of the day. It is of utmost importance to make sure my patient feels heard, satisfied, and cared for. I love coming to work in a practice where everyone treats each other with respect, kindness, and appreciation. It is an amazing team!
What brought you to the area and to this practice?
I moved to Long Island during the Pandemic and the Woman’s Health Pavilion is my home away from home.
Do you have special interests or areas of specialty as an ob/gyn?
While I enjoy so many distinct aspects, my experience in perinatology fueled my true passion in helping women with high-risk pregnancies and all its intricacies. I enjoy learning new surgical techniques and procedures. I also love teaching students –It makes me satisfied when I can help them to be able to help others. I was taught, “we are students for life.”
What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
I love spending time with my two daughters. We enjoy art projects, puzzles, and reading on the couch. We have fun singing and dancing to music on Alexa while cooking in the kitchen. I enjoy watching Marvel movies with my husband and I cherish long walks to new places
May We Help You?
Would you like to find out more about our treatments and services? Are you looking for a second opinion on a diagnosis or treatment recommendation you received at another practice? The experienced team at The Woman’s Health Pavilion is happy to help. Just let us know how and when you would like to hear from us.
