Brooklyn Women’s Services

BWS is Conveniently Located in Brooklyn As a woman today, you are more aware of your health needs than ever before. From nutrition and exercise to the prevention and early detection of disease, you are assuming a greater role in your wellness. Brooklyn Women’s Services (BWS) affiliated with Maimonides Medical Center is a resource that you can turn to for every aspect of your health care, focusing on both your physical and emotional health needs.

Upcoming Events

Eating for a Healthy Heart

Wednesday, February 1, 2012 at 6 p.m.

In honor of American Heart Month, we will discuss some heart healthy nutrition guidelines to assist with lowering blood pressure, cholesterol, and preventing cardiovascular disease.

This event is FREE and will take place at Brooklyn Women's Services located at 9201 Fourth Avenue, 2nd floor, Brooklyn, NY 11209. Registration is required. For more information or to register please call (718) 748-1234 or register below.

Keeping Diabetes In Check

Wednesday, March 7 2012 at 6 p.m.

In honor of American Diabetes Alert Day,we will discuss meal planning strategies for those who have Type II Diabetes. Topics discussed include carbohydrate sources and portion sizes, as well as strategies to help manage hypo- and hyperglycemia.

Nutrition Therapy for GI Disorders

Wednesday, April 4, 2012 at 6 p.m.

In honor of Irritable Bowel Syndrome Awareness Month, we will discuss nutrition guidelines to help alleviate symptoms associated with some of the most common GI disorders including indigestion, acid reflux, Crohn's disease, and diverticulitis.

STAY STRONG WITH GOOD NUTRITION

Strong Bones with Good Nutrition

May 2, 2012 at 6 p.m.
In honor of National Osteoporosis Awareness Month, we will review dietary tips to help preserve bone health and muscle mass. The discussion will include ways to incorporate more calcium and vitamin D into your diet as well as special considerations for women over 50 who may have higher risk for developing bone disease post-menopause.

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Welcome to Brooklyn Women’s Services

Since 1995 Brooklyn Women’s Services (BWS) has been committed to providing optimum service designed specifically for women and their families. We offer a full range of health care services that treat both your physical and emotional needs in one convenient location.

In an ongoing effort to better serve your health needs we are always making enhancements to the center. Visit the “New @ BWS” page to learn about our latest additions of services and physicians. I also encourage you to take advantage of our “Ask the Doctor” tool. Through this function you can obtain the answers to many of your medical questions.

Your feedback is important to us. If you recently visited the center and would like to share your experience click here to complete our patient satisfaction survey.

Please check back with us regularly for an updated schedule of special programs and events. Looking forward to seeing you at BWS soon!

Yours in health,
Nicoletta Pallotta, MD, CSW
Nicoletta Pallotta, MD, LCSW