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About Dr. Coppa
Dr. A. Michael Coppa is a board-certified, experienced obstetrician-gynecologist offering a variety of women-focused services at his OB/GYN practice in Cranston, Rhode Island and Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Coppa has been in practice for more than 25 years, focusing on overall women’s health and wellness and high-risk pregnancies. Dr. Coppa has delivered thousands of babies and is highly skilled in a variety of surgeries using minimally invasive robotic technology, like the da Vinci® surgical system.
Dr. Coppa values the many benefits of one-on-one care at each visit. He meets with all his patients personally to ensure they receive the highest quality medical care possible. He is known for his excellent bedside manner and individualized care plans for conditions like infertility, menopause, endometriosis, and abnormal uterine bleeding.
Dr. Coppa earned his medical degree from the Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara in Guadalajara, Mexico. He completed his residency in obstetrics and gynecology at St. Vincent Charity Medical Center, part of the Sisters Charity Healthcare System in Cleveland. He is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
For the convenience of his patients, Dr. Coppa speaks fluent Spanish and Italian. He affiliates with Women & Infants Hospital in Providence, Rhode Island, where he performs all obstetric and gynecologic surgeries
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"Dr. Coppa is very warming ,kind, and follows through. The staff is amazing Also! All around A+ office! He also has delivered all my kids!"
"Dr. Coppa has provided my obgyn care for 20 years. He started caring for me during my 1st pregnancy when I was young and scared."
"Very caring and compassionate Doctor. He saved my life in the hospital. Would never see anyone else. He is the best!"
"I can’t say enough about Dr. Coppa and his staff. I have had a great experience throughout my pregnancy due to the experience and knowledge of Dr. Coppa and his team."
"Every experience with Dr. Coppa and his staff has been excellent. I’m so happy I was recommended to Dr. Coppa by a friend!"