How to Get to Our Bronx Women's Health Clinic from Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan & Staten Island

How to Get to Our Bronx Women's Health Clinic from Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan & Staten Island

You shouldn't have to travel hours for quality women's healthcare — and with Dr. Emily Women's Health Center, you don't have to. Our clinic is located at 642 Southern Blvd in the South Bronx, just one block from the 6 train at East 149th Street. Whether you're coming from Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, or Staten Island, getting here is easier than you might think.

We accept Medicaid from all five NYC boroughs, and we offer same-day appointments, board-certified OB/GYN care, and surgical abortion with anesthesia up to 21 weeks. Here's exactly how to reach us from wherever you are.

Our Address & Hours

Dr. Emily Women's Health Center

642 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10455

Phone: 718-585-1010

Monday – Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM  |  Sunday: Closed

Nearest subway: East 149th Street station (6 train) — 1 block away

From Manhattan

Manhattan is the easiest borough to travel from, with a direct subway connection on the 6 train the entire way.

By Subway (Recommended) — approx. 20–30 minutes from Midtown

• Take the 6 train (local, Pelham Bay Park-bound) from anywhere on the East Side
• Exit at East 149th Street station
• Walk 1 block south on Southern Blvd — we are at 642 Southern Blvd

Common Manhattan boarding points:

• Grand Central / 42nd St — approx. 25 min
• Union Square / 14th St — approx. 30 min
• Spring St / SoHo — approx. 35 min
• Brooklyn Bridge / City Hall — approx. 35 min

By Car — approx. 20–30 minutes (without traffic)

• Take the FDR Drive north to the Bruckner Expressway (I-278 E / I-95)
• Exit at Southern Blvd / E 149th St
• Street parking is available on Southern Blvd and surrounding streets

From Brooklyn

Brooklyn patients travel to us regularly — many find it easier than expected once they know the route.

By Subway — approx. 45–60 minutes

• Take the 2, 3, 4, or 5 train northbound toward Manhattan
• Transfer to the 6 train at Grand Central (42nd St) or at 14th St – Union Square
• Ride the 6 train north and exit at East 149th Street
• Walk 1 block to 642 Southern Blvd

Approximate travel times from Brooklyn:

• Downtown Brooklyn / Atlantic Ave — approx. 50 min
• Flatbush / Crown Heights — approx. 55 min
• Bay Ridge — approx. 65 min via the R to 59th St, then transfer to 4/5 to the 6

By Car — approx. 30–45 minutes (without traffic)

• Take the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (I-278) to the Bruckner Expressway (I-278 E)
• Exit at Southern Blvd / E 149th St in the Bronx

From Queens

Queens patients typically route through Manhattan to catch the 6 train north, or take a crosstown bus to connect.

By Subway — approx. 50–70 minutes

• From Jackson Heights / Roosevelt Ave: Take the 7 train to Times Sq, transfer to the 6 northbound to East 149th St
• From Jamaica / Southeast Queens: Take the E or F train to Lexington Ave/53rd St, transfer to the 6 northbound to East 149th St
• From Flushing: Take the 7 to Grand Central, transfer to the 6 northbound to East 149th St
• From Astoria: Take the N or W to Times Sq or the Q44-SBS bus, which runs through the Bronx (check MTA for current routing)

By Car — approx. 30–45 minutes (without traffic)

• Take the Whitestone Bridge or Throggs Neck Bridge into the Bronx
• Head south on the Bruckner Expressway and exit at Southern Blvd / E 149th St

From Staten Island

Staten Island is the farthest borough, but many patients make the trip — especially because we accept Staten Island Medicaid and provide surgical abortion services up to 21 weeks that may not be available closer to home.

By Public Transit — approx. 75–90 minutes

• Take the Staten Island Ferry to Whitehall St / South Ferry in Manhattan
• Walk to Bowling Green station and take the 4 or 5 train northbound
• Transfer to the 6 train at Grand Central (42nd St)
• Exit at East 149th Street — 1 block walk to our clinic

Note:

The Staten Island Ferry is free. The total transit cost is a single $2.90 MetroCard swipe from Whitehall St.

By Car — approx. 45–60 minutes (without traffic)

• Take the Staten Island Expressway (I-278) east to the Goethals or Verrazzano Bridge into Brooklyn
• Connect to the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway north to the Bruckner Expressway
• Exit at Southern Blvd / E 149th St

We Accept Medicaid from All Five NYC Boroughs

No matter which borough you live in, your New York City Medicaid is welcome at Dr. Emily Women's Health Center. We accept Medicaid from the Bronx, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island. We do not accept Westchester County Medicaid.

We also accept most major insurance plans including Aetna, Cigna, EmblemHealth, HealthFirst, Oxford, and United Healthcare. Not sure if you're covered? Call us at 718-585-1010 or email billing@dremily.net — we'll verify your coverage before your appointment.

Why Patients Travel to the Bronx for Our Care

Patients come to us from all five boroughs because of what we offer that many other clinics do not:

• Board-certified OB/GYN physicians only — you will never see a PA or NP here
• Surgical abortion with general anesthesia up to 21 weeks — same-day procedure
• AAAASF-accredited surgical facility — meeting national safety standards since 2004
• Over 800 Google reviews with a 4.6-star rating
• Same-day appointments available — walk-ins welcome
• Open Saturdays 8 AM – 3 PM

Ready to Schedule Your Appointment?

Call or text us at 718-585-1010 — same-day and Saturday appointments are available. You can also request an appointment online at dremily.net. Our team will confirm your insurance, answer your questions, and make sure your visit goes smoothly from the moment you walk in.

We've been serving the women of New York City for over two decades. Wherever you're coming from, we're glad you found us.