Expert Details
Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgery and General Gynecology
ID: 739709
Oregon, USA
In her current role as the primary surgeon for gynecological pathology, she has experience with laparoscopic and robotic procedures for pelvic pain, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, adnexal masses and abnormal bleeding, in addition to general and routine gynecological care. Her knowledge also includes medical management of cervical health/pap smear's, breast health, heavy menstrual bleeding and pelvic pain, as well as contraception and hormone replacement therapy management.
Expert has 8 awards, 7 medical proceedings of meetings and abstracts, 9 lectures, 1 chapter, and 5 publications. She is also an experienced expert witness with case review.
Interests:
Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery
Hysteroscopy
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Endometriosis
Uterine Fibroids
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
Ovarian Mass
Expert Witness Reviews
Education
| Year | Degree | Subject | Institution |
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| Year: 2011 | Degree: MD | Subject: Medicine | Institution: Ross University School of Medicine |
| Year: 2004 | Degree: BA | Subject: Modern Languages & Literature | Institution: California Polytechnic State University |
Work History
| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
|---|---|---|---|
| Years: 2023 to Present | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: Adjunct Clinical Faculty | Department: |
Responsibilities:An osteopathic medical school with health sciences schools and colleges spread across Missouri, Arizona, and California. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2018 to Present | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgical Specialist | Department: Gynecology |
Responsibilities:Primary surgeon for gynecological pathology.- Laparoscopic and robotic procedures for pelvic pain, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, adnexal masses and abnormal bleeding. - General/ routine gynecological care. - Medical management of cervical health/ pap smear's, breast health, heavy menstrual bleeding and pelvic pain. - Contraception and hormone replacement therapy management. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2018 to Present | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: FMIGS Faculty | Department: |
Responsibilities:Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (FMIGS) at Legacy Good Samaritan Hospital in Portland, Oregon. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2017 to 2017 | Employer: New Hope Fertility Center, Manhattan | Title: Director of Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery | Department: |
Responsibilities:The leading fertility clinic in NYC specializing in minimally invasive forms of IVF. With renowned expertise in Conventional In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and a comprehensive range of treatment options, this center provides a uniquely tailored approach to each patient’s fertility journey, and embraces the latest advancements in treatment and cutting-edge IVF technology, ensuring the highest quality outcomes on your path to parenthood.A team of world-class scientists and clinicians committed to providing the best in fertility care. |
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Career Accomplishments
| Associations / Societies |
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| AAGL, Member 2015- current American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Junior Fellow 2011- current |
| Licenses / Certifications |
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| • USMLE Step 1: Pass ; 2009 • USMLE Step 2 Clinical knowledge: Pass: 2010 • USMLE Step 2 Clinical skills: Pass: 2010 • USMLE Step 3, Pass 2013 • Written ABOG Board Exam, Pass 2015 • Oral ABOG Board Exam, Pass 2016 |
| Professional Appointments |
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| • Adjunct Clinical Faculty, Employer • Minimally Invasive Surgical Specialist- Gynecology, The Portland Clinic • FMIGS Faculty, Legacy Good Samaritan Hospital • Director of Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery, New Hope Fertility Center, Manhattan • Fellow, Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgery, Mount Sinai Hospital • Administrative Chief Resident • Resident, Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Biology • Danbury Hospital, Danbury CT |
| Awards / Recognition |
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| High Honors, Ross University School of Medicine (2009) 1st Annual State of Connecticut OB/GYN Resident Research Day, Danbury Hospital, Danbury CT 2nd place for Poster presentation: Gynecologic Cancer Genetic Counseling: Trends in Patient Referrals and Genetic Testing in a Community-Based Program Global Health Essay Award by Consortium of Universities for Global Health Citizen of the World Award, Danbury Hospital Society of Laparo-endoscopic Surgeons Resident Achievement Award AAGL Recognition of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecology AAGL scholarship: The Foundation for Excellence in Women’s Health Outstanding Teacher Award, Mt Sinai Hospital |
| Medical / Professional |
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| 7 proceedings of meetings and abstracts. |
| Publications and Patents Summary |
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| 5 publications, 1 chapter, and 9 lectures. |
Additional Experience
| Expert Witness Experience |
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| Case Review- completed > 20 (2017- current) Review of 3 cases. |
| Other Relevant Experience |
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| GLOBAL HEALTH AND VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE: • Surgeon, Mission ILAC, Santiago, Dominican Republic • Surgeon, STAR International, Benga, Malawi • Surgeon, STAR International, Nakuru, Kenya • Site Coordinator for OB/GYN Global Health Track, Kampala, Uganda • Founder, Surgical Training and Research (S.T.A.R.) International • Surgeon, Guadalupe Health Clinic, Ecuador • Liaison/ Translator, Mexican Health Ministry, Comunidad, Mexico |
Language Skills
| Language | Proficiency |
|---|---|
| Spanish | Advanced |