Notice to Patients


Please note that after more than 38 years of practicing in the field of obstetrics and gynecology, Dr. Christian P. Westermann has retired from Preferred Women's GYN Care. 

As of August 31, Dr. Polly Kanganis welcomes Dr. Westermann’s patients into her practice, Smithtown Women's Health.

We understand that the shift from one doctor to another can be overwhelming. However, we remain committed to providing the comprehensive, compassionate care you have become accustomed to as one of our patients.

What this means for you:

If you choose to remain in the care of Smithtown Women's Health, please contact us at (631) 656-6567. To view a list of all Ob/Gyn practices within our network, click here.

If you choose a physician outside of our practice, please note that all medical records are confidential. A copy can be transferred to another doctor or released to you. You may be required to sign a short authorization form for transfer.

Requests for medical records can be faxed to (631) 994-3301 or emailed to sbcm-verisma@stonybrookmedicine.onmicrosoft.com. To follow up on status, you may call customer service at (866) 390-7404.

Medical Record Release Form (English)
Medical Record Release Form (Spanish)

Should you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to our office. We look forward to your continued care with Smithtown Women's Health.