OpenHysterectomy near Kernersville, NC

Biography: Dr. Alexandra Boster, DO is an Obstetrics /amp Gynecology Specialist who practices in Matthews, NC. She is 39 years old and has been practicing for 10 years. Dr. Alexandra Boster, DO is affiliated with Novant Health Ballantyne Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Mark Bland, MD is an Obstetrics /amp Gynecology Specialist who practices in Charlotte, NC. He is 58 years old. Dr. Mark Bland, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Natalie Rochester, MD is an Obstetrics /amp Gynecology Specialist who practices in Kernersville, NC. She is 45 years old. Dr. Natalie Rochester, MD is affiliated with Novant Winston-Salem NC.

Biography: As a gynecologic oncologist, I specialize in both the medical and surgical care of women with cancers of the female reproductive tract, including the ovaries, uterus, cervix, vagina and vulva. I use advanced medical and surgical techniques, including surgical robotics and laparoscopy, extensively to help patients recover from surgery faster and with less pain than traditional approaches. \n One of the most fulfilling aspects of specializing in this field is that it enables me to use my skills as a surgeon to remove cancers and my knowledge of chemotherapy to treat patients with the most advanced therapies available. \n After successful cancer treatments, I often continue to see my patients intermittently for years to ensure they remain healthy. The relationships I form with them and their families are among the most rewarding of my life. \n As a member of the American Osteopathic Association, I take a whole-person approach to medicine, which means focusing on prevention and helping the body's natural tendency toward health and self-healing. Throughout the process, I strive to respect the patient's wishes, including providing care at the times and locations most convenient to them. I focus on both their physical comfort and emotional wellbeing. \n In addition to direct patient care, I also enjoy clinical research. I have served as primary investigator on multiple Novant Health clinical trials for new cancer therapies and on the operating room committees at both Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center and Novant Health Medical Park Hospital. \n Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my wife, a veterinarian, and our daughter, who was born in 2020. My interests include classic automobiles, being outdoors, traveling and studying history. I raised in California, where most of my extended family still lives.

Biography: When I was just 4, I told everyone I was going to be a physician when I grew up. Throughout school, I always loved science. But I also knew I wanted to work with people. Medicine allowed me to use science in the service of people - the perfect blend of my interests. \n As lead physician at my clinic, I provide very patient-centered care. Not every patient is going to choose the same treatment option, and I always want to tailor their care to fit their needs. I listen to my patients to understand what's important to them. The relationships I form with patients is the most rewarding part of my job. I have been lucky to care for some patients over a very long time period and through many seasons of life. \n I grew up in Ohio and have lived in Charlotte since 2009. My husband - who's also a physician - and I have two teenage boys and a dog, Curry, who is queen of the house. I love reading fiction, cooking and baking. I also love travel and spend much of my free time either planning our next trip or riding my Peloton bike. One of my favorite vacations was spent in Iceland, but I love everywhere we go!

Biography: Dr. Stephanie Pierce, MD is an Obstetrics /amp Gynecology Specialist who practices in Winston Salem, NC. She is 43 years old and has been practicing for 16 years. Dr. Stephanie Pierce, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Kernersville Medical Center.