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Daniel Niku, MD, MS, FACOG

Dr. Daniel Niku, MD, FACOG
Board-Certified Obstetrician & Gynecologist

Dr. Daniel Niku is a Los Angeles native dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive care for women in every stage of life. Board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Niku blends the best of modern medical expertise with a holistic approach—treating not just conditions, but the whole person. His philosophy is simple: put the patient first, always.

After earning his undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in Business from the University of Southern California, Dr. Niku completed a Master of Science in Global Medicine at the Keck School of Medicine. He went on to earn his medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine, graduating Cum Laude, and completed his residency at Staten Island University Hospital/Northwell Health in New York, where he was twice honored as Top Student Educator. He has a passion for patient education and has a prolific instagram account focusing on women's health education. Follow him @Dannynikumd

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The Postpartum Body: How Your Spine and Core Heal After Birth

The Postpartum Body: How Your Spine and Core Heal After Birth

An OB-GYN explains why pregnancy causes postpartum back pain, joint soreness, & diastasis recti. Learn how hormonal changes & a shifting center of gravity affect the spine & core. This article discusses recovery, gentle exercise, & the role of support tools like the Momcozy Ergowrap belly band to aid healing.

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