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Melissa Chu Lam, MD
Provider's Specialties
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine
- Ob/Gyn Obstetrics & Gynecology
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My care philosophy
My greatest strength in interacting with patients is my ability to treat each person as if they were my own family. I believe in clear and compassionate communication, taking the time to answer questions and explain treatment options in a way that makes sense to them. When patients understand what I am looking for and why, they feel more engaged in their care and recognize the importance of follow-through. I know that receiving complex or unexpected information can be overwhelming, so I make sure to provide extra attention when needed, offering reassurance and support. It is incredibly rewarding when a patient tells me that I have helped make a difficult situation feel more manageable and less daunting.
Get to know Melissa Chu Lam, MD
Conditions Treated
- Childbirth
- Endocrine Conditions
- Gestational Diabetes
- High-Risk Pregnancy
- Maternal and Fetal Health
- Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Testing
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
Experience and background
My clinical interests as a Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialist focus on the management of obstetrical, medical, and surgical complications in pregnancy, and the detection and follow-up of fetal anomalies and prenatal fetal diagnostic procedures. Additionally, I have a strong interest in infectious diseases in pregnancy.
Medical Education 0
University of Panama School of Medicine
Residency 0
St Luke's Hospital Program
Fellowship 0
Mount Sinai (West) Program
Outstanding Research Award 2016
St Luke’s University Health Network Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
CREOG Award for Academic Excellence 2017
St Luke’s University Health Network Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Northwell Health 2024 Truly Awards Nominee 2024
Recognition of commitment and accomplishments.
Northwell Health
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