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October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month

Posted on: 10/9/23

Did you know pregnancy and infant loss affects roughly one-quarter of all women? The loss of a baby during or shortly after pregnancy is an unfathomable loss for families.  Every year in October, we honor and remember those affected by miscarriage or stillbirth, SIDS, and pregnancy and infant loss, including recognizing Pregnancy and Infant Loss […]


Baby Safety Awareness Month: How to Keep Your Baby Safe and Secure

Posted on: 09/12/23

September is Baby Safety Awareness Month. More than one-third of child injuries occur at home. In fact, young kids have the highest risk of being hurt or injured at home–because that’s where they spend the bulk of their time.  Let’s face it–babies are adventurous, and accidents happen. At the same time, knowing the stats, risks, […]


OBGYN Associates of Western New York Welcomes Mary Kate Frauenheim, MD!

Posted on: 08/17/23

OBGYN Associates of Western New York is excited to welcome Mary Kate Frauenheim, MD to our practice! Dr. Frauenheim was born and raised in Buffalo and is excited to return to the community. She will be seeing patients in our West Seneca and Lancaster offices. starting September 5, 2023.  Before coming to OGAWNY, Dr. Frauenheim […]


OBGYN Associates of WNY Welcomes Renee Hansen, CNM

Posted on: 04/14/23

OBGYN Associates of Western New York is excited to announce the addition of Renee Hansen, CNM! She will be joining our Springville, NY office starting Monday, May 8th, 2023.  Hansen began her career in healthcare as a Certified Nurse’s Assistant at a long-term healthcare facility. It was there that she pursued–and received–a Medical Office Assistant […]


How to Celebrate National Doctor’s Day March 30th!

Posted on: 03/22/23

National Doctor’s Day is March 30th, 2023.  First observed in 1933 by the Barrow County Alliance in Winder, Georgia, National Doctor’s Day is celebrated annually to recognize the tireless, invaluable efforts of physicians across the country. However, it wasn’t until 1990 that President George H.W. Bush signed the bill into law, officially designating March 30th […]


February is American Heart Month: Here’s What You Need to Know

Posted on: 02/6/23

Heart disease is the leading killer of both men and women in the United States, with roughly one-in-five deaths attributed to cardiovascular disease. While heart disease is most-often associated with men, the numbers don’t lie. Nearly as many women as men die from heart disease every year.  Let’s talk about a few ways to stay […]


Welcome 2023: 5 Healthy Habits to Start The New Year Right!

Posted on: 01/6/23

Now that 2022 is safely in the rear-view mirror, it’s time to think about 2023. With the new year comes a world of possibilities. From goals to new year’s resolutions, there are plenty of ways to live healthier in the new year. Let’s take a look at five of the best healthy habits you can […]


T’is The Season: 5 Tips For a Safe, Happy Holidays

Posted on: 12/5/22

The holidays are a (not-so) perfect mixture of joy–and stress. But if you end up feeling run-down, overwhelmed, or simply less than festive, it can end up dampening what should be the most wonderful time of the year. Plus, no one wants to start the new year on a bad note.  To keep you cheery […]


Pregnancy & Gestational Diabetes: What You Need to Know

Posted on: 11/8/22

November is Diabetes Awareness Month! According to the CDC, between 1-2% of pregnant women in the United States have either type-1 or type-2 diabetes and a further 6-9% will develop gestational diabetes during pregnancy.  What’s worse, the prevalence of diabetes during pregnancy has risen significantly over the years. Let’s look at diabetes and pregnancy, including […]


October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Is It Time For A Screening?

Posted on: 10/5/22

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which means it’s time to talk about a tender subject: breasts and mammograms. In 2021 alone, more than 43,000 Americans died from breast cancer.  That perhaps coincides with falling mammogram screening rates; during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, screening rates nationwide fell as much as 63.7% nationwide.  While […]