Yan Katsnelson, M.D., founder and CEO of USA Fibroid Centers, was honored with a Citation of Merit by Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson for his exceptional contributions to uterine fibroid treatment and fibroid awareness. The award was presented at “A Night in Full Bloom,” a prominent fibroid awareness event sponsored in part by USA Fibroid Centers in New York City.
The Citation of Merit recognizes individuals and organizations’ significant contributions to the Bronx. Dr. Katsnelson was honored for his commitment to providing safe and effective fibroid treatment options and public education on fibroid disease.
With seven conveniently located fibroid treatment centers in the Bronx, USA Fibroid Centers is committed to ensuring that women have local access to specialized fibroid care:
- 5199 Broadway, Ste. B, Bronx, NY, tel. 929-325-0449
- 11 E Fordham Road, Ste. B, Bronx, NY, tel. 718-513-5877
- 947 Southern Boulevard, Ste. A, Bronx, NY, tel. 718-393-5329
- 3485-91 Jerome Avenue, Bronx, NY, tel. 347-745-7458
- 384 E 149th St Ste 201A Bronx, NY, tel. 347-580-5015
- 1949 Westchester Avenue, Ste B. Bronx, tel. 929-249-5039
- 2157 White Plains Road, Bronx, tel. 347-824-2065
Under Dr. Katsnelson’s leadership, USA Fibroid Centers provides high-quality, accessible care, promoting women’s fibroid health through leading-edge technology and compassionate service.
The fibroid awareness event, hosted in New York by the Fibroid Fighters Foundation brought together almost 500 survivors, celebrities, and activists to discuss the condition during Fibroid Awareness Month. The evening featured a performance by Grammy-nominated artist Sevyn Streeter, with opener Kenny Sway, a DC street performer. Dr. Katsnelson gave the keynote address.
“When I first became Bronx Borough President in 2022, I visited USA Fibroid Centers and I met Dr. Katsnelson and we talked about fibroids,” said Gibson. “Little did I know the following year, fibroids would affect me.”
Gibson’s experience underscores the importance of raising awareness and supporting those affected, a mission echoed throughout the event.
Hosted by Cynthia Bailey, star of Real Housewives of Atlanta, and celebrity make-up artist Kym Lee, the event also included a discussion panel with Dr. Katsnelson, fibroid ambassadors, and survivors.
USA Fibroid Centers specializes in minimally invasive treatment for fibroids, such as uterine fibroid embolization (UFE). Fibroids affect millions of women and disproportionately affect Black women, with 80% developing fibroids by age 50 compared to 70% of white women.
“We are here because millions of women suffer from fibroids that affect them physically, mentally, and socially,” said Dr. Katsnelson. “Too often, they agree to invasive surgeries they do not need. We are here so women can live their best lives without limitation.”
Sponsors of the event included USA Fibroid Centers, Merit Medical, Planned Parenthood, Moore Promotions,, Antenna Satellite, and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Kappa Epsilon Zeta Chapter, Bronx, NY.
Their support is vital in advancing treatment, research, and patient advocacy services.
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About USA Fibroid Centers
USA Fibroid Centers’ mission is to provide personalized, non-surgical treatment for fibroids using an advanced procedure called Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) that preserves a woman’s uterus. USA Fibroid Centers strive to raise awareness of UFE as a treatment option and encourage more conversation about fibroids.
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