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Sexual Health Services

Sexual health is part of your overall health, and questions about it deserve a calm, private conversation with a doctor. Dr. Marina Gafanovich helps adults with birth control, erectile dysfunction and STD testing in her Upper East Side office.

  • Board-certified internist
  • Affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell
  • On the Upper East Side since 2008
  • Blood work & ECG in the office
Dr. Marina Gafanovich, MD, board-certified internist on the Upper East Side, Manhattan

Birth control

We help you choose a method that fits your health, plans and preferences:

  • Birth control pills, patch and ring (prescription)
  • Emergency contraception
  • Referral for IUDs and implants

The doctor reviews your medical history and blood pressure to make sure the method is safe for you, and follows up to see how it’s working.

Erectile dysfunction (ED)

ED is common and treatable. It can also be an early sign of heart disease, diabetes or hormone problems, so it is worth checking with a doctor rather than ordering pills online.

  • Medical history, medication review and physical exam
  • Blood tests: blood sugar, cholesterol, testosterone and other hormones when indicated
  • Treatment with prescription medication (such as sildenafil or tadalafil) when safe for you
  • Referral to a urologist when needed

STD testing and treatment

Confidential blood and urine testing for HIV, syphilis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, herpes and hepatitis, with treatment if needed. See STD Testing.

Why patients choose Dr. Gafanovich

Board-certified internist

Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM), with more than 20 years in practice.

Hospital affiliation

Affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell Medical Center.

A practice with history

Dr. Gafanovich has led this Upper East Side practice since 2008; the practice was founded in 1961.

Tests on site

ECG, spirometry, urinalysis and blood draw in the same office, often during the same visit.

Time to listen

Unhurried visits, and every result is explained.

Languages

English, Russian, Spanish

Insurance and payment

We accept many plans from Aetna, Cigna, Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield (Anthem), MultiPlan and Coresource. Self-pay patients are welcome. Call 212-249-6218 for self-pay pricing.

See our Insurance page for the full list of plans, or call 212-249-6218 and we’ll check your coverage.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Your visit and results are confidential and protected by federal privacy law (HIPAA).

Often yes, after the doctor reviews your health history. A blood pressure check may be needed.

Some heart medications, especially nitrates, must not be combined with ED medication. That’s why a doctor’s evaluation matters.

Related services

Medically reviewed by Dr. Marina Gafanovich, MD, board-certified internist · Last reviewed: September 21, 2026

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  • Most major insurance plans accepted
  • English, Russian & Spanish spoken

My NYC Doctor — Dr. Marina Gafanovich, MD
1550 York Ave, Suite A
New York, NY 10028

Mon–Fri: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sat–Sun: closed

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1550 York Ave, Suite A, Upper East Side · Mon–Fri 9 am – 5 pm