10/08/2014
Maria Teresa Benedetto, M.D., F.A.C.O.G
Dr. Benedetto has a wide range of experiences and varied interests in clinical medicine and research. Her research interests include mechanisms that trigger labor, the effect of immune system stimulants on uterine cancer and hormone receptor activity in uterine and breast cancer. She has published numerous journal articles, abstracts and books in these areas. Dr. Benedetto was also instrumental in developing and expanding gynecologic care for women with special needs through the Initiative for Women with Disabilities. She continues to be a consultant for the Center and takes care of patients with special needs in her practice. In addition, Dr. Benedetto has had a special devotion to adolescents and their needs. As part of the faculty at NYU School of Medicine, Dr. Benedetto is actively involved in training medical students and residents and has received numerous teaching awards. Dr. Benedetto speaks Italian and Spanish.
Professional Education and Training:
Medical School, Residency and Fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart School of Medicine (Italy) Research Fellowship, Mount Sinai School of Medicine (New York) Residency, NYU School of Medicine
Memberships:
Fellow, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists New York Gynecological Society