Sophie Malamut, NP

Since childhood, I knew I wanted to pursue a career in healthcare. Science was my favorite subject in school, and several family members worked in the medical field. After I completed my undergraduate degree, I worked as a registered nurse in inpatient and outpatient settings for six years. This experience solidified my decision to become a women’s health nurse practitioner.

I chose this specialty to address women’s unique medical needs. As a nurse practitioner at NYU Langone Kips Bay Gynecology, I offer well-woman visits, which include pelvic and breast exams, and prescribe hormone therapy. I evaluate abnormal bleeding and diagnose and manage infections. I also provide contraception counseling and place intrauterine devices and contraceptive implants.

I pride myself on providing individualized care. If a patient does not want traditional treatment, I work with them to find a therapy they are comfortable with. When I was in college, I traveled to China and conducted research on cupping therapy and acupuncture. These alternative therapies can be used to manage acute and chronic pain. I can refer patients to NYU Langone’s outpatient integrative health services, if they are interested in nontraditional therapy.

When necessary, I also refer patients to the gynecologists, gynecologic surgeons, and pelvic pain specialists in my practice.