At Stony Brook Medicine, our team specializes in caring for women with complex gynecologic conditions—especially those who may have felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or unsure where to turn next. We take your symptoms seriously and work with you to find real answers and lasting relief.
We provide comprehensive, multidisciplinary care for a wide range of benign gynecologic conditions, including:
- Heavy or irregular menstrual bleeding
- Severe menstrual cramps or chronic pelvic pain
- Endometriosis
- Infertility
- Uterine fibroids
- Ovarian cysts
- Pelvic masses
Every patient receives an individualized care plan designed around her symptoms, goals, and lifestyle.
Approach to Care
We combine advanced medical therapies with the latest minimally invasive surgical techniques to deliver effective treatment with less disruption to your life.
Our goal is simple:
Relieve symptoms, restore quality of life, and help you feel like yourself again.
Surgical Expertise
Our highly trained surgeons specialize in both routine and complex minimally invasive procedures. When surgery is recommended, we use advanced techniques designed to minimize recovery time and maximize results.
These approaches may include:
- Laparoscopic surgery
- Robotic-assisted surgery
- Vaginal procedures
- Mini-laparotomy techniques
Compared to traditional surgery, these methods typically offer:
- Smaller incisions
- Less blood loss
- Reduced scarring
- Faster recovery
Many patients return home the same day and resume normal activities within a few weeks.
Minimally Invasive Options: What It Means for You
Minimally invasive surgery allows your doctor to treat complex conditions using small, precise tools instead of large incisions.
Depending on your needs, your surgeon may recommend:
- Laparoscopic surgery, often used for more routine procedures
- Robotic-assisted surgery, which offers enhanced precision and visualization for more complex cases
Both approaches are safe and effective. Your care team will guide you toward the option that’s best for your specific condition.
Our Team
Xun (Julie) Lian, MD, FACOG
Clinical Assistant Professor in Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Medicine
Director, Minimally Invasive and Robotic Gynecologic Surgery Division
Program Director of Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery Fellowship
Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Subspecialty: Minimally Invasive Surgery and Robotic Gynecologic Surgery, Well Woman Gynecology, Gynecologic Ultrasound
Sara Kim, MD, FACOG
Clinical Assistant Professor in Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Medicine
Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Subspecialty: Minimally Invasive Surgery and Robotic Gynecologic Surgery, Well Woman Gynecology, Gynecologic Ultrasound
Caitlin Waters, MD, FACOG
Clinical Assistant Professor in Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Medicine
Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Subspecialty: Minimally Invasive Surgery and Robotic Gynecologic Surgery, Well Woman Gynecology, Gynecologic Ultrasound
Christine Dwyer, PA
Specialty: Gynecology
Richard Sosulski, NP
Specialty: Gynecology
You deserve to be heard — and to feel better.
If your symptoms are affecting your daily life, our team is here to help you find answers and explore treatment options that work for you.
For more information about general OB/GYN surgery, call (631) 444-4686, or for information about gynecologic oncology surgery, call (631) 444-2989.