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Dr. Vanessa Pena, MD

Dr. Vanessa Pena, MD

OB-GYN
40 Worth St, Suite 402, New York, NY
5.00
“Both her and her team were very nice and helpful. Overall made me feel very safe and taken care of. The office staff was very helpful too.”
Lucia M.May 27, 2025
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100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
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Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

4.75

Bedside manner

5.00
“Both her and her team were very nice and helpful. Overall made me feel very safe and taken care of. The office staff was very helpful too.”
Lucia M.May 27, 2025
“Careful and thoughtful attention to detail. Kind and cares for patient's needs and concerns. Very thorough.”
Yen H.October 28, 2024

About Dr. Vanessa Pena

Please note for Dr. Pena, the delivery hospital is NYP Lower Manhattan Hospital at 170 William Street. Dr. Pena will only see patients who are at a minimum of 7 weeks into their pregnancy. Dr. Vanessa Pena is a Board Certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist who provides comprehensive care in all aspects of general Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is dedicated to providing the high level of gynecological medical attention all women deserve in any stage of life, including well woman and preventive care. She is proud to be able to help women prepare to start their families and guide them through their pregnancy, whether low or high risk, in a friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere. Her mission is to treat every patient at a personal level, with dignity and compassion, while providing the best care possible. Dr. Pena received her medical degree from Universidad del Noreste, Tampico, Mexico in 2000, where she was awarded an “honorary distinction” upon graduating for being the most outstanding student in her class. She then did her internship and social service in Mexico and obtained her medical license in 2003. In 2004, she moved from her native Mexico to NY to start her residency at St Vincent's Hospital Manhattan, which she completed in 2008. While in residency, Dr. Pena was awarded “The Compassion and Charity in Women’s Health Award”, “The Martin L Stone Society Research Award” and “The Excellence in Laparoscopic and Endoscopic Procedures Award”. Dr. Pena has been active in international education programs, including teaching updates in Obstetrics and Gynecology to doctors in Latin America. She worked as an Attending Physician in a faculty practice at St. Vincent's Hospital Manhattan and New York Downtown Hospital prior to joining the faculty at Weill Cornell Medical College. She has been Board Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology since 2010 and is a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is fluent in Spanish.

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Office location

Weill Cornell Medicine Primary Care - Tribeca
40 Worth St, Suite 402, New York, NY 10013
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Education and background

Practice names

Hospital affiliations

  • NewYork-Presbyterian/Lower Manhattan Hospital

Board certifications

  • American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Education and training

  • Medical School - Universidad del Noreste Escuela de Medicina 'Dr. José Sierra Flores'
  • Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Center (Residency)
  • NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital / Columbia University Medical Center (Residency)

Professional memberships

  • American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Awards and publications

  • The Compassion and Charity in Women’s Health Award
  • The Martin L Stone Society Research Award
  • The Excellence in Laparoscopic and Endoscopic Procedures Award

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1174787824

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.75
Bedside manner
5.00
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Careful and thoughtful attention to detail. Kind and cares for patient's needs and concerns. Very thorough.
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Dr Pena is awesome! I highly recommend a visit to her.
Verified patient
Both her and her team were very nice and helpful. Overall made me feel very safe and taken care of. The office staff was very helpful too.
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The best experience ever.
Verified patient
Dr. Peña was a very understanding, great listener and extremely helpful doctor to see. Very informative and thoughtful. Would highly recommend.
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Dr. Pena and her staff were incredibly thorough and friendly. I was immediately at ease and felt listened to as a patient. I look forward to future appointments.
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Where is Dr. Vanessa Pena's office located?

Dr. Vanessa Pena's office is located at 40 Worth St, New York, NY 10013.

Which board certifications does Dr. Vanessa Pena have?

Dr. Vanessa Pena is certified by American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

What languages does Dr. Vanessa Pena speak?

Dr. Vanessa Pena speaks English and Spanish.

How do patients rate Dr. Vanessa Pena in reviews?

80 patients have reviewed Dr. Vanessa Pena. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.75/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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