{"id":803,"date":"2022-10-28T09:23:09","date_gmt":"2022-10-28T09:23:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wpsite.dr-polcino.com\/?page_id=803"},"modified":"2022-10-28T10:00:07","modified_gmt":"2022-10-28T10:00:07","slug":"faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/wpsite.dr-polcino.com\/?page_id=803","title":{"rendered":"FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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What population of patients are served at this location?<\/h4><\/i><\/div>

We are an OB\/GYN practice that takes care of the needs of all woman from premenstrual to post menopausal. We service both gynecological and obstetrical woman through all phases of their medical condition.<\/p><\/p><\/div>\n <\/div>

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What areas of Long Island are covered through your practice?<\/h4><\/i><\/div>

We see patients from Nassau County (Massapequa) thru Suffolk County as far as Mastic.<\/p><\/div>\n <\/div>

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Do you draw blood and perform sonograms at the office?<\/h4><\/i><\/div>

Yes, we do draw blood in the office. We are AIUM accredited to do both gynecological and obstetrical sonogram.<\/p><\/div>\n <\/div>

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What are Dr. Polcino's credentials?<\/h4><\/i><\/div>

Dr. Polcino is a medical doctor (MD), board certified in GYN\/OB. He is a member of ACOG - American College of Gynecologists.<\/p><\/div>\n <\/div>

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Can I make an appointment online?<\/h4><\/i><\/div>

Yes, you can make appointments through ZocDoc (click here), through our website (click here), or you can schedule an online video appointment (click here).<\/p><\/div>\n <\/div>

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How long do I need to wait for an appointment?<\/h4><\/i><\/div>

We always have Urgent care appointments available from 6:30am - 5pm. If you are in need of a check up, we pride ourselves in working with you and your schedule to book an appointment with in a few days time. Any patient with a pressing problem is given an immediate appointment.<\/p><\/div>\n <\/div>

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Do you perform genetic testing for ovarian and breast cancer in the office?<\/h4><\/i><\/div>

Yes, we do. Dr Polcino will review your medical history and family history to determine what tests should be done.<\/p><\/div>\n <\/div>

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Besides birth control pills, are there any other forms of birth control that should be discussed?<\/h4><\/i><\/div>

Yes. After a thorough consult with Dr. Polcino, he will determine which birth control method is best for you. We administer Depo-Provera, insert intrauterine devices, and give instructions regarding NuvaRing.<\/p><\/div>\n <\/div><\/div>\n \n \t\t\t\t