New York Team

Hyacinth Nicole Browne, MD is a board certified reproductive endocrinologist. She majored in Chemistry at Dartmouth College and graduated cum laude. She graduated from Yale University School of Medicine in 2002, and she completed her reproductive endocrinology and infertility fellowship at the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Browne specializes in compassionate and personalized infertility care and she is devoted to helping couples achieve their dreams of having a family. She has authored numerous publications and is the recipient of various awards in medicine, research, and academics.

Dr. Aimee Seungdamrong graduated cum laude with a degree in Chemistry from Cornell University. She earned her medical degree at The University of Texas Southwestern and did her residency at Parkland Memorial Hospital. She completed her training in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at New Jersey Medical School in Newark, New Jersey, where she continues to teach as an Assistant Professor at Rutgers Medical School. Dr. Seungdamrong has been practicing medicine for over 12 years. She loves providing excellent care to each and every one of her patients, as well as spending time with her family, her dog Luna, and doing dance aerobics.

Dr. Barmat is double board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology/Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. During his 25 years in practice he has served as Assistant Professor of the Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences Department at Temple University School of Medicine, and an Adjunct Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Jefferson College. He is also past Division Director of Reproductive Endocrine and Infertility at Albert Einstein Medical Center, Lead Physician, IVF Medical Director, and Director of Clinical Research at Sincera Reproductive Medicine, formerly Abington Reproductive Medicine.

Dr. Barmat has earned the privilege to serve as past President of the Philadelphia Area Reproductive Endocrine Society, previous Board Member of the Philadelphia Obstetrical Society and current Board Member of Temple Medical School Alumni Association. Dr. Barmat is an accomplished Reproductive Endocrinologist, surgeon, and scientific researcher. He pioneered and conducted extensive research on the use of autologous endometrial coculture (growth of embryos on a layer of patient’s own uterine lining cells) to improve IVF pregnancy rates. He also is involved in research initiatives such as identifying uterine markers of implantation, exploring the effects of hydrosalpinges on IVF outcomes, effectiveness of robotic reproductive surgery, and principal investigator of numerous IVF clinical trials. He has published extensively in the areas of in vitro fertilization, fibroids, endometriosis, and has received numerous honors and awards from both local and national medical societies. In addition to his academic accolades, he completed the Ironman Lake Placid triathlon, enjoys tennis, golf, travel and time with his family.

Dr. Barmat is passionate about empowering his patients during their family building journey. He is thrilled to welcome patients at Kindbody.

Dr. Barmat serves patients from our Bryant Park, NY, Flatiron, NY, and Miami, FL  clinics.

Dr. Fahimeh Sasan is Founding Physician and Chief Innovation Officer at Kindbody. Dr. Sasan is a board certified Ob/Gyn who completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. In addition to her work at Kindbody, Dr. Sasan is an Assistant Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York.

As a practicing clinician for more than 15 years she is dedicated to helping her patients with comprehensive care with a focus on providing an exceptional, personalized experience. Dr. Sasan and her team provide fertility services, gynecology, low-risk and high-risk prenatal care, and wellness support, offering patients a single door for all of their fertility healthcare needs. Dr. Sasan is a recognized and widely-quoted expert on fertility healthcare and education in the media including NBC News, CBS News, and TODAY.

Dr Christie Messenger received her undergraduate degrees in Biochemistry and Psychology from the University of Missouri – Columbia where she then continued on to pursue her medical degree. She completed her residency at Mt Sinai Hospital fulfilling a lifelong dream of living and working in Manhattan. Dr Messenger is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Prior to joining Kindbody, Dr Messenger worked with several underserved populations in New York City and most recently comes from a private practice. With over 10 years in the field, Dr Messenger looks forward to both bringing her expertise to the table and learning everything that Kindbody has to offer.  Outside of the office, Dr Messenger is an avid sports fan and theater supporter. In current times, you will find her catching a game on tv, but she is anxiously awaiting the time when she can safely return to stadiums and theaters.

Dr. Lana Lipkin is a board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG) with over 13 years of experience providing compassionate reproductive care to patients in the New York City metro area. She grew up in Brooklyn and after completing her residency in NorthShore University Hospital (now Northwell) she returned to New York City to practice Ob/Gyn: first, at Maimonides Medical Center and thereafter, at Columbia University. After seven years at Columbia University, her interest in female infertility and reproductive health lead her to make the transition to New Hope Fertility Center. After four years at New Hope Fertility, Dr. Lipkin is grateful for the opportunity to join the Kindbody team at such an exciting time.

Hina has 14 years of experience in reproductive medicine. She has supported patients in all aspects of fertility diagnosis, assessment and treatment, and is highly skilled in performing ultrasound, IUI, endometrial biopsies, saline sonograms, HSG, and many other fertility related procedures. She has a Master’s Degree in Clinical Andrology and Embryology from EVMS (The Jones Institute). She has deep experience in all aspects of growing and managing clinical operations at fertility practices.

Willada completed her bachelor’s degree in Public Health at the University of Washington. She attended MGH Institute of Health Professions as a merit scholar and completed a dual degree in women’s health and adult medicine. Willada has been practicing as a women’s health nurse practitioner in NYC since 2017.