Hemashi K. Perera, MD
Hemashi K. Perera, MD

Hemashi K. Perera, MD

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Specialties
Obstetrics and Gynecology, more

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  • AETNA
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • AgeWell
  • Amida Care
  • CIGNA
  • Emblem/GHI
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  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield Healthplus
  • Fidelis Care
  • Healthfirst
  • Local 1199
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  • Multiplan
  • MVP Health Care
  • Quality Health Management
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  • UnitedHealthcare
  • VNSNY CHOICE
  • WellCare
  • World Trade Center Health Plan

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About Hemashi K. Perera, MD

Dr. Perera is an obstetrician/gynecologist providing prenatal care and a wide range of gynecological services. Educated at the University of Pennsylvania and the Columbia University's College of Physicians and Surgeons, Dr. Perera received her training in OB/GYN at the Columbia University Medical Center. Her positive experiences during training led her to join the faculty at Columbia. Dr. Perera was drawn to obstetrics and gynecology as she enjoys providing thorough primary and preventative care to women of all ages and patient centered prenatal and obstetric care. She has a special interest in resident and medical student education and received the Arnold P. Gold Foundation's Humanism and Excellence in Teaching Award. She is proficient in Spanish.


Board Certifications

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
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Expertise

  • Abnormal Pap Smear

  • Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding

  • Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

  • Birth Control

  • Contraceptive Care

  • Family Planning

  • Female Pelvic Pain

  • General Gynecology

  • Gynecologic Biopsy

  • Gynecologic Exams

  • Gynecologic Hormonal Disorders

  • Gynecologic Infection

  • Gynecological Problems

  • Gynecology

  • Intrauterine Device (IUD)

  • Intrauterine Device (IUD) and Contraceptive Implant Placements and Removals

  • Menopause

  • Obstetrical Care

  • Obstetrics

  • Pap Smear

  • Pap Smear For Cervical Cancer Screening

  • Pre-Pregnancy Counseling

  • Pregnancy

  • Pregnancy Care

  • Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)

  • Prenatal Care

  • Routine Gynecologic Care

  • Sexually Transmitted Infections

  • Uterine Fibroid

  • Uterine Fibroid Embolization

  • UTI (Urinary Tract Infection)

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Education

  • Medical School: Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons

  • Residency: NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center

  • Residency: NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical C

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Languages

  • Spanish
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Titles & Positions

  • Assistant Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology at CUMC

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Hospital Affiliations

  • NewYork-Presbyterian / Columbia University Irving Medical Center

Education

  • Medical School: Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
  • Residency: NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center
  • Residency: NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical C

Titles & Positions

  • Assistant Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology at CUMC

Board Certifications

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish