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Biography: As a general obstetrician and gynecologist, I have the pleasure of providing care to women from adolescence to menopause. This includes preventive services, contraception and preconception counseling, basic infertility, high and low risk pregnancy care, treatment of abnormal menstrual cycles, and menopausal therapies. My practice style is conservative. When appropriate, I focus on the use of medications and minimally invasive procedures, such as IUDs, implants, hysteroscopy, endometrial ablations, or laparoscopy as first line treatment options. I believe strongly in the value of education and prevention. I feel it is important to listen to each individual's story, then guide and empower them with available knowledge and treatment options. I partner with patients to create the best care plan for their individual circumstances and beliefs. I enjoy what I call the science and "sleuthing" of medicine, but truly thrive in the long-term relationships I have been able to develop with my patients over time.

Biography: I specialize in women's care and provide a spectrum of services to reproductive-age women. This could include a first gynecologic visit, prenatal care and delivery, contraceptive counseling, annual well exams for premenopausal women, management of heavy menses, menopause, surgery and more! I have a special interest in gynecologic surgery, as well as advanced laparoscopy and minimally invasive surgery. I attend annual meetings and advanced surgical courses to remain up-to-date with the latest information regarding women's health and to perfect my surgical techniques. This allows me to provide the best care for my patients. I enjoy getting to know patients and providing care in order to assist them in maintaining a healthy active lifestyle.

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