Education, the key to health

"There was never a question in my mind as to what I wanted to do. Helping other women take care of themselves, have healthy babies, and feel their best is what I consider a privilege. But it isn't enough to treat just the medical aspects; her emotional needs are also addressed. MY focus has always been on the complete woman. I offer nutritional and exercise advice as well as encourage my patients to ask as many questions as they need. And being a woman, I understand just how important this can be."

MD: New York Medical College

Residency: Baylor College of Medicine

AB: Biology and Spanish, Washington University

Diplomate: American Board of Obstetrics/Gynecology

Honors: Clinical Honors; Internal Medicine Clerkship and Obstetrics and Gynecology, New York Medical College, Valhalla, New York

Taking Action

"Maintaining active memberships in professional organizations allows me to share with and learn from other doctors' experiences, which is critical for my bringing you the best treatments possible. But professionals aren't the only ones to benefit from our meetings. I bring this straight to the local level when I participate in community events. This is a very big part of who I am as your doctor and your neighbor."

Memberships and Fellowships:
American College of Obstetrics/Gynecology, Medical and Chirurgical Faculty of Maryland, American Medical Association, Charles County Medical Society, Zonta Club of Charles County

Hospital Affiliates:
Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Civista Medical Center

Lecturer:
American Cancer Society, Waldorf, MID; Women's Health Issues, including menopause, osteoporosis, healthy eating, incontinence, premenstrual syndrome

Community:
Former Medical Advisor to Women's Health Center, Physicians Memorial Hospital; Hypertension Screening Program, Washington University;Kenloch Tutorial Program, Washington University; Teenage Pregnancy Education Program, Washington University; Drug Rehabilitation/Homeless Counseling, New York Medical College