Calling all pre-med and medical students! In this episode of Specialty Spotlight, we sit down with Dr. Chani Yondorf, a dedicated Obstetrician and Gynecologist at Albert Einstein Medical Center of Philadelphia. Dr. Yondorf shares her journey through medical school, residency, and her current faculty position, offering valuable insights into the OB/GYN specialty.

Beyond her clinical expertise, Dr. Yondorf is passionate about serving the Jewish community, integrating medical care with halachic guidance. She discusses how she supports women with gynecologic needs, answers halachic questions, and dedicates time to empower Jewish women through education on reproductive health.

Whether you’re considering a career in OB/GYN, want to learn how to combine your professional and personal values in practice, or are simply curious about the challenges and rewards of this specialty, this episode is a must-listen!

Chani Yondorf is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist at the Albert Einstein Medical Center of Philadelphia. She completed her medical school training at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York and her residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center of Philadelphia. After completing residency, she took a faculty position at Einstein Philadelphia where she is currently practicing. Chani is passionate about helping Jewish women navigate their gynecologic needs within the confines of halacha. She is often called upon by Rabbanim, Yoatzot and community members to answer medical questions as they relate to hilchot niddah. She has been able to carve out dedicated time in her office schedule that is reserved for Kallot and women with niddah concerns that may need more immediate medical evaluation from a halachic standpoint. Dr. Yondorf feels strongly about educating Jewish women and girls regarding changes they may notice throughout different stages of their lives. To that end, she has spoken at educational conferences and events, and hopes to empower Jewish women to understand their bodies and reproductive health.