FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Understanding the difference between a concierge OBGYN and a traditional OBGYN is one of the most important steps a woman can take before choosing her care team, especially during pregnancy or a significant gynecologic concern. In a concierge model, your physician is personally available to you around the clock, appointments are unhurried, and you see the same doctor every single visit. In a traditional setting, care is often distributed across a group of providers, and same-day access to your own physician may be limited.
Ready to experience the concierge difference? Contact us for details to speak with Dr. Tepper’s office today.
What Is a Concierge OBGYN and How Does the Model Work?
A concierge OBGYN practices within a model designed to prioritize depth of relationship over volume of patients. Rather than seeing a high number of patients each day, a concierge physician maintains a smaller, more curated practice where each patient receives extended appointment time, consistent access to the same physician, and direct communication channels that simply are not possible in a high-volume group practice.
Direct Physician Access
One of the defining features of concierge obstetric and gynecologic care is genuine physician availability. At this practice, Dr. Tepper is personally reachable 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 49 weeks per year. When a patient calls after hours with a concern during her second trimester, she reaches her own board-certified physician, not an on-call provider she has never met. This level of access may be particularly meaningful for patients navigating pregnancy after 35 or managing conditions that require close monitoring.
Continuity From First Visit Through Delivery
In a concierge OBGYN practice, the physician who sees you for your first prenatal visit is the same physician who will be present at your delivery. Dr. Tepper holds dual hospital privileges at Mount Sinai Medical Center and Lenox Hill Hospital, meaning patients have delivery options without sacrificing continuity of care. You can explore the full scope of what this means for expectant mothers by visiting the obstetrical care overview on this site.
Appointments are also spaced deliberately, with a practice policy that wait time will never exceed 15 minutes. For busy Manhattan women managing careers, families, and complex schedules, that kind of reliability is not a minor detail.
Concierge OBGYN vs Traditional OBGYN: Key Differences Patients Should Know
When comparing a concierge OBGYN vs traditional OBGYN, the distinctions go beyond appointment length. They reflect fundamentally different philosophies about what patient care should feel like.
Who You See at Every Visit
In many traditional OBGYN group practices, patients rotate through multiple providers across their prenatal care. By delivery day, the attending physician may be someone the patient has met only once, or not at all. In a solo concierge practice like this one, every prenatal visit, every annual well-woman exam, every colposcopy or IUD insertion is performed by the same physician. Dr. Tepper has been a solo practitioner on Manhattan’s Upper East Side since 2000, and that continuity is a deliberate cornerstone of how the practice is structured. Patients interested in preventative gynecologic care can learn more about services, including Pap smear testing and colposcopy.
Insurance and Access
A common misconception is that concierge medicine requires a large retainer fee and operates outside of standard insurance. This practice accepts most major commercial insurance plans while still delivering the personalized access and unhurried appointments associated with a concierge model. That combination is uncommon, and it means patients do not have to choose between white-glove care and practical affordability.
Scope of Services Under One Roof
Traditional OBGYN offices often refer patients out for diagnostic services. This practice performs OB ultrasounds,bloodwork,urine analysis and more on-site. In-office diagnostics reduce the logistical burden on patients and allow Dr. Tepper to review findings directly within the context of the ongoing care relationship. For patients who require specialized maternal-fetal monitoring, the practice also maintains a referral partnership with Mount Sinai Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialists, Lennox Hill Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialists, and Carnegie Hill Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialists.
The Full Scope of Concierge Obstetric and Gynecologic Care
A concierge OBGYN practice should offer comprehensive women’s health services, not simply premium access to prenatal appointments. Understanding the full range of what is available helps patients evaluate whether a practice can serve them across the arc of their reproductive and gynecologic health.
Obstetrical Care
The concierge OB package at this practice covers full prenatal care through delivery, with Dr. Tepper personally managing each stage. Patients with specific monitoring needs, such as those undergoing gestational diabetes testing, benefit from the continuity of having the same physician interpret results and adjust the care plan in real time.
Gynecology and Preventative Health
Beyond obstetrics, the practice provides annual well-woman exams, IUD insertion, STI and STD screening, and hereditary cancer screening using the Galleri multi-cancer early detection test by GRAIL. Patients interested in understanding their genetic risk profile can explore hereditary cancer screening options in more detail. This breadth of preventative services reflects a philosophy of whole-patient care rather than episodic treatment.
Bilingual Care in a Diverse City
Dr. Tepper was raised in a bilingual home with Argentine roots and lived in South America, giving him fluency in Spanish that is deeply personal rather than functional. For members of New York’s Latin American community, being able to discuss prenatal concerns, test results, and gynecologic questions in Spanish with the attending physician, not a translator, may meaningfully change the care experience. The practice actively welcomes Spanish-speaking patients and considers this accessibility a core part of its identity.
Why Choose Dr. Alex Tepper for Concierge OBGYN Care in Manhattan?
Dr. Alex Tepper is a board-certified OB/GYN and Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (FACOG) with more than 20 years of experience. A graduate of Mount Sinai School of Medicine who completed his residency at the University of Maryland, he has operated as a solo practitioner on Manhattan’s Upper East Side since 2000. His dual hospital privileges at Mount Sinai Medical Center and Lenox Hill Hospital give patients delivery flexibility without compromising the physician relationship they have built throughout their care. Dr. Tepper has been featured on multiple TLC programs, including “A Baby Story,” reflecting his reputation for the kind of personalized, relationship-centered care that distinguishes a true concierge practice. For Manhattan women who want a physician they can reach directly, who will be present at their delivery, and who will never hand them off to a covering provider they have not met, this practice offers a standard of care that is genuinely difficult to find in a major city. To learn more about the full practice, visit the Meet the Team page.
Interested in learning more about concierge OBGYN care? Call for details to speak with our team and schedule your consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a concierge OBGYN more expensive than a traditional OBGYN?
Not necessarily. This practice accepts most major commercial insurance plans while still offering the personalized access and consistency associated with a concierge model. Patients are encouraged to call for details regarding specific coverage and any associated fees. For many women, the value of direct physician access and guaranteed continuity of care may outweigh any difference in out-of-pocket cost compared to a traditional group practice setting.
Will I see the same doctor at every appointment and at delivery?
Yes. As a solo practitioner, Dr. Tepper is the physician at every prenatal visit, gynecologic appointment, and delivery. You will not be handed off to a covering resident or a partner you have never met. This continuity is a foundational principle of the practice and one of the most meaningful differences between a concierge OBGYN and a traditional OBGYN group model. Individual scheduling is always subject to availability.
What hospitals does Dr. Tepper deliver at?
Dr. Tepper holds active hospital privileges at both Mount Sinai Medical Center and Lenox Hill Hospital, which is part of the Northwell Health system. This dual affiliation gives patients two highly regarded delivery options on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Your preference and clinical needs will be considered when determining which facility is the right fit for your delivery plan, and Dr. Tepper will be the attending physician at both.
Does the practice serve Spanish-speaking patients?
Yes. Dr. Tepper is fluent in Spanish, a skill rooted in his bilingual upbringing and time living in South America. Spanish-speaking patients communicate directly with their physician in their preferred language throughout every aspect of their care, including prenatal visits, test result discussions, and labor and delivery. This is particularly meaningful for members of New York’s Latin American community who prefer or require Spanish-language medical care.
What gynecologic services are available beyond obstetric care?
The practice offers a comprehensive range of gynecologic and preventative services, including annual well-woman exams, Pap smears, colposcopy, IUD insertion, STI and STD screening, and hereditary cancer screening. In-office diagnostic services such as pelvic ultrasounds and sonohysterograms are also available on-site. Patients can explore a full overview of gynecologic services by visiting the gynecology and women’s health section of this website. Individual results and recommendations vary based on each patient’s clinical history and needs.
Schedule Your Consultation with a Concierge OBGYN in Manhattan
If you are weighing the differences between a concierge OBGYN vs traditional OBGYN and want to experience what consistent, physician-led care actually looks and feels like, Dr. Alex Tepper welcomes new patients to his Upper East Side practice. Contact us for details to connect with the team and take the first step toward care that centers you as an individual, not a scheduled appointment slot. Individual results and experiences vary.
About Me
Dr. Alex Tepper is a board-certified OB/GYN who has served women on the Upper East Side of Manhattan for over 20 years, providing personalized care with all deliveries at The Mount Sinai Medical Center. He is joined by Dr. Gabriella Tepper, DNP, CNM, a Columbia University–trained certified nurse-midwife who supports women through every stage of life with a compassionate, patient-centered approach. Together, they combine experience, accessibility, and individualized care to support women’s health at every phase.
BOOK AN APPOINTMENT
Whether you are a new or returning patient, Dr. Tepper can assess your concerns and discuss your options to find the most comfortable and convenient care for you. To get started, call our office to set up an appointment.
CALL FOR APPOINTMENT BILLING & INSURANCE