Sinem Karipcin, MD

Reproductive Endocrinology/Infertility
Obstetrics and Gynecology
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Overview

Throughout medical school and her early career, the profound experiences of patients facing reproductive choices deeply influenced Dr. Sinem Karipcin, inspiring her to blend her scientific interests in genetics and assisted reproductive technologies. With over ten years of expertise in fertility and genetics, Dr. Sinem Karipcin is an expert in reducing the risk of genetically heritable diseases. She is the founding Director of the Pre-Pregnancy Genetics Program which oversees preimplantation genetic testing at Columbia University Fertility Center. This program combines the expertise of specialists from multiple disciplines, aiming to empower families at risk of passing on genetic diseases to make informed reproductive decisions.

 

Dr. Karipcin is the Officer of Clinical Application in the Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis International Society and actively participates in the American Society of Reproductive Medicine's PGT interest group. Additionally, Dr. Karipcin conducts ongoing research in the field of Reproductive Genetics.

Areas of Expertise / Conditions Treated

  • Pre-Pregnancy Genetics

Academic Appointments

  • Assistant Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology at CUMC

Administrative Titles

  • Director, Pre-Pregnancy Genetics Program

Hospital Affiliations

  • NewYork-Presbyterian / Columbia University Irving Medical Center

Languages

  • French
  • Turkish

Gender

  • Female

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New and Existing Patients:
(646) 756-8282

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Location(s)

ColumbiaDoctors - Columbus Circle
5 Columbus Cir
PH, Floor Penthouse
New York, NY 10019
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Insurance Accepted

Aetna

  • Aetna Signature Administrators
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • Medicare Managed Care
  • NY Signature
  • POS
  • PPO
  • Student Health

Cigna

  • EPO
  • Great West (National)
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO

Emblem/GHI

  • Medicare Managed Care
  • PPO

Emblem/HIP

  • ConnectiCare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
  • Select Care (Exchange)

Empire Blue Cross/Blue Shield

  • EPO
  • HMO
  • Medicare Managed Care
  • PPO

Local 1199

  • Local 1199

MagnaCare (National)

  • MagnaCare

Multiplan

  • Multiplan

Progyny

  • Fertility Benefit Plan

UnitedHealthcare

  • Columbia University Employee Plan
  • Compass (Exchange)
  • Empire Plan
  • HMO
  • Oxford Freedom
  • Oxford HMO
  • Oxford Liberty
  • POS
  • PPO

WellCare

  • Medicare Managed Care

WINFertility

  • Fertility Benefit Plan

World Trade Center Health Plan

  • World Trade Center Health Plan

*Before your appointment, please contact the doctor’s office or your insurance provider to verify that your insurance is accepted. This list of insurances can change, and the insurance plans listed may not be accepted at all office locations for this provider.

Credentials & Experience

Education & Training

  • MD, Ankara University Medical School
  • Residency: University of Texas Medical Branch Hospital
  • Residency: 2012 University Of Texas Medical Branch
  • Fellowship: 2015 NewYork-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell Medical Center

Committees, Societies, Councils

  • Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis International Society (PGDIS), 2017- present
  • Miami Ob&Gyn Society, 2015- present
  • Pacific Coast Reproductive Society (PCRS), 2014- present
  • Society of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (SREI), 2014- present
  • European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE), 2014- present
  • American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), 2010- present
  • American Association of Gynecological Laparoscopists (AAGL), 2010- present
  • American Congress of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG), 2008- present
  • Society for Reproductive Investigation (SRI), 2008- present

Board Certifications

  • Reproductive Endocrinology/Infertility
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

Honors & Awards

Research

Research Interests

  • Pre-implantation Genetic Testing (PGT)
  • Reproductive Genetic Testing

Selected Publications

  • Elias RT, Pereira N, Karipcin FS, Rosenwaks Z, Spandorfer SD., Impact of newly diagnosed endometrial polyps during controlled ovarian hyperstimulation on IVF outcomes. J Minim Invasive Gynecol. 2015 Jan 8. pii: S1553-4650(15)00008-4.
  • Borahay MA, Lu F, Ozpolat B, Tekedereli I, Gurates B, Karipcin S, Kilic G. Müllerian Inhibiting Substance Suppresses Proliferation and Induces Apoptosis and Autophagy in Endometriosis Cells In Vitro. ISRN Obstetrics and Gynecology. 2013; 2013:361489.
  • Karipcin FS, Moragianni VA, Milette B, Kinzer DR, Thornton KL, Barrett B, Penzias A. Effect of Steroid and Antibiotic Treatment during Assisted Hatching on IVF Outcomes. Human Fertility. 2012;15(4):205-9.
  • Karipcin FS, Hossain A , Phelps. JY. A Legal-Ethical Analysis of Reproductive Endocrinologists' Right to Refuse Ovulation Induction to Patients with Diminished Ovarian Reserve.
  • Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics. 2011 Nov;28(11):1105-9.
  • Borahay MA, Harirah HM, Olson G, Kilic GS, Karipcin S, Hankins GDV. Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation, Hemoperitoneum, and Reversible Ischemic Neurological Deficit Complicating Anaphylaxis to Prophylactic Antibiotics during Ceserean Delivery: A Case Report and Review of Literature. American Journal of Perinatology Reports 2011; 1(1): 015-020.
  • Karipcin FS, Ensari TA, Kayisli UA, Guzel E, Kallen CB, Seli E. The mRNA-Binding Protein HuR is Regulated in the Menstrual Cycle and Repressed in Ectopic Endometrium. Reproductive Sciences 2011;18(2):145-55.
  • Karipcin FS, Hossain A., Phelps JY. Liability Risks Associated with Mismanagement of Sperm Specimens. The Journal of Clinical Embryology 2010,12(4): 29-32.