At The Ripa Center, we are proud to offer Primary and Multi-Specialty Care with on-site imaging services, including digital screening mammograms (2D and 3D), DEXA scans, and general ultrasounds to meet the unique health care needs of women. Our care …
Pelvic Floor Disorders: Q&A with Dr. Lipetskaia
Lioudmila Lipetskaia, MD, MSc, FACOG
Board-Certified Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgeon
Ripa Center for Women’s Health and Wellness at Cooper
Q: What are pelvic floor disorders?
A: Pelvic floor disorders are a result of weakened pelvic muscles …
Meet Ripa’s Newest Care Team Members
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Camille P. Green, MD | Barbara Evangelisti, RN, MSN, APN | Mary Steen, RN, MSN, APN |
Internal Medicine | Gynecology | Gynecology |
What is an Advanced Practice Nurse?
An Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) is a registered nurse with advanced education and training who has …
Integrative Medicine Program for Women
The Cooper Integrative Medicine Program for Women is committed to serving and healing the whole person by addressing the full range of physical, emotional, mental, social, spiritual, and environmental influences that affect your health.
Using evidence-based, holistic treatment modalities and …
Health Soup Tip: Roasted Winter Squash Soup
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 or 3 butternut, acorn, or Hubbard squash
- 2 garlic cloves
- A few sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 yellow onions
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 8 cups vegetable broth
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper
- 1/3 cup
It’s Always a Great Time to Think About Your Bone Health
Bones are important. They give our body structure and provide support for our muscles. They protect our organs and are a storage facility for calcium and other micro-nutrients vital to bone and body functions.
Many women (men too) are at …
Meet Ripa’s Internal Medicine Physicians: Saadia R. Rehman, DO
Saadia R. Rehman, DO
Internal Medicine Physician
Ripa Center for Women’s Health and Wellness at Cooper
- Board Certification: Internal Medicine
- Medical School: UMDNJ, School of Osteopathic Medicine, Stratford, NJ
- Internship: Beth Israel Medical Center, New York, NY
- Residency: Internal Medicine
Meet Ripa’s Internal Medicine Physicians: Rosemarie A. Leuzzi, MD
Rosemarie A. Leuzzi, MD
Medical Director
Ripa Center for Women’s Health and Wellness at Cooper
- Board Certification: Internal Medicine
- Medical School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA
- Internship: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA
- Residency: Internal Medicine
Tips for a Healthy Summer
Eat Healthy
Enjoy summer produce! Eat more colorful fruits and vegetables to incorporate low-calorie, nutrient-dense foods in your diet.
Eat Safe
Decrease food-related illness and exposure to carcinogens, which have been linked to an increased risk of cancer. Follow these …
Healthy Sip Tip: Strawberry-Kiwi Spritzer
INGREDIENTS
- 1 kiwi fruit
- 1/2 cup strawberries
- About 3/4 cup plain seltzer (club soda without sodium)
- Ice cubes
DIRECTIONS
Peel the kiwi and mash it in a strainer over a glass or small bowl. You should get about 2 tablespoons …