Our catch-all category for female-focused specialists, from OB/GYNs to fertility docs.
OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY
Trained both in obstetrics (pregnancy/childbirth) and gynecology (the female reproductive system), these board-certified physicians may ultimately subspecialize in either field.
Phoenix/Central Valley
Megan Cheney MD
Mayo Clinic Gynecology
5779 E Mayo Blvd
Phoenix, 480-515-6296
Julie Davis-Best MD
Desert Foothills OB/GYN
15810 S 45th St, Ste 140
Phoenix, 480-597-7333
Jamal Mourad MD
Mayo Clinic Gynecology
5779 E Mayo Blvd
Phoenix, 480-515-6296
Kathleen Schwartz MD
Camelback Women’s Health
4530 N 32nd St
Phoenix, 602-468-3912
Megan Wasson DO*
Mayo Clinic Hospital
5777 E Mayo Blvd
Phoenix, 480-342-0612
Scottsdale
Chelsea Crum MD
Paradise Valley OBGYN
10261 N 92nd St, Ste 101
Scottsdale, 480-443-4437
Mary Deka MD
Paradise Valley OBGYN
10261 N 92nd St, Ste 101
Scottsdale, 480-443-4437
Julie Heathcott MD
Arizona Women’s Care
9823 N 95th St, Ste 101
Scottsdale, 928-569-7049
Kelly Helms MD
Arizona Women’s Care
9823 N 95th St, Ste 101
Scottsdale, 928-569-7049
Alexandra Kidd MD*
Gynecology Today
10210 N 92nd St, Ste 3-201
Scottsdale, 480-291-6600
Carolyn Roberts MD
Deborah Wilson MD and Associates Gynecology
10250 N 92nd St, Ste 102
Scottsdale, 480-860-4791
East Valley
Alissa Michele Floman MD
WREN Obstetrics, Midwifery and Gynecology
22711 S Ellsworth, Ste 104
Queen Creek, 480-782-0993
Matthew Moore DO
New Horizons Women’s Care
1950 W Frye Rd
Chandler, 480-895-9555
Adriana Pritchard MD*
WREN Obstetrics, Midwifery and Gynecology
3370 S Mercy Rd, Ste 314
Gilbert, 480-782-0993
Richard W Wilson MD
SW Contemporary Women’s Care
16611 S 40th St, Ste 180
Phoenix, 480-785-2100
West Valley
Sarah Colwell DO
Estrella Women’s Health Center
9930 W Indian School Rd
Phoenix, 623-846-7558
Mohammad R Islam MD
Banner Health Center
7701 W Aspera Blvd
Glendale, 623-248-2106
Smriti Rana MD
Blessings OB/Gyn
13943 N 91st Ave, Bldg F101
Peoria, 623-900-2929
Khai Ling Tan MD
HonorHealth-Sonoran Crossing
33300 N 32nd Ave, Ste 101-205
Phoenix, 623-300-9100
Judy Tom MD*
Desert West OBGYN
6678 W Thunderbird Rd
Glendale, 602-978-1500
BREAST CANCER SURGERY
Mastectomy, breast-conserving surgery, lymph node removal and breast reconstruction fall within the purview of this cancer field.
Laura Champagne MD
Ironwood Cancer and
Research Centers
685 S Dobson Rd
Chandler, 480-821-2838
Joseph Di Como MD
Ironwood Cancer and
Research Centers
1710 N 159th Ave
Goodyear, 623-312-3030
Linda Liu MD
Vincere Cancer Center
7469 E Monte Cristo Ave
Scottsdale, 480-550-7827
Brenda Moorthy DO*
Comprehensive Breast Center
of Arizona
19646 N 27th Ave, Ste 407
Phoenix, 602-374-3440
Barbara Pockaj MD
Mayo Clinic Hospital
5777 E Mayo Blvd
Phoenix, 480-342-2849
Rashmi Vaidya MD
Ironwood Cancer and
Research Centers
5810 W Beverly Ln
Glendale, 623-312-3030
FERTILITY
Technically known as reproductive endocrinology, this board-certified branch of obstetrics examines hormone function and solutions for infertility.
Mark Amols MD
New Direction Fertility Centers
1760 E Pecos Rd, Ste 532
Gilbert, 480-351-8222
Millie Behera MD*
Bloom Reproductive Institute
8415 N Pima Rd, Ste 290
Scottsdale, 480-434-6565
Vinay Gunnala MD
Southwest Fertility Center
3125 N 32nd St, Ste 200
Phoenix, 602-956-7481
Shane Lipskind MD*
ACFS Fertility
8426 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, 480-860-4792
Ketan S Patel MD
ACFS Fertility
8426 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, 480-860-4792
Vinay Gunnala, M.D.
Fertility
Med School/Year Graduated: University of Arizona, 2011
Years in Practice: 7
How has the fertility field evolved since you started practicing?
Over the past decade, a significant advancement [has been] the genetic testing of embryos. The current scientific platforms are much more accurate in identifying genetically healthy embryos with more precision than prior embryo biopsy analysis – dramatically boosting pregnancy success rates and lowering miscarriage rates.
What are some of the biggest ethical questions that come up when someone is considering IVF treatment? How do you discuss these with your patients?
A key ethical question patients face is the fate of extra frozen embryos after patients achieve their ideal family size. We guide patients through these discussions prior to IVF, which includes exploring all potential outcomes of treatment plans. We take great care to ensure that the wishes of our patients are respected.
What or who inspired you to enter the fertility field?
My mom! Together, we run Southwest Fertility Center, which is the longest-standing fertility practice in Arizona. She founded the practice in 1980. We are the only mother-son fertility practice in the Unites States.
Is there a piece of pop culture (movie, TV show) in which you think fertility struggles were accurately portrayed?
Comedians Hasan Minhaj and Ronny Chieng use humor and honesty in sharing their fertility journeys and highlight male-factor infertility, which is a common, but often overlooked, cause of fertility challenges. These stories emphasize that infertility is multifactorial, and open dialogue is necessary to providing people with support they need.
You grew up in Phoenix! Any favorite local haunts?
I went to grade school and high school in Arizona and therefore am an All Saints Tiger and Brophy Bronco through and through. My favorite local eating spots are Chula Seafood, The Collins Small Batch Kitchen, Viet Shack and my mother’s homemade Indian food.
What interests and hobbies do you have outside medicine?
My life outside of work includes exercising at Barry’s Bootcamp, competing in tennis tournaments with my wife (when she invites me), and coaching my three kids’ sports teams. It’s the perfect mix of fitness, fun and family that keeps me energized and inspired.
“If I wasn’t a doctor, I’d be…”
Easy answer. Not as happy…
GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY
Doctors in this field have extensive training in the diagnosis and treatment of cancers of the female reproductive system, including ovarian and cervical cancers.
Arvind N Bakhru MD
Arizona Center for Cancer Care
20745 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, 480-270-5309
Snehal Bhoola MD
City of Hope Outpatient
Care Centers
3530 S Val Vista Dr, Ste 204
Gilbert, 623-265-7215
Mike Janicek MD
HonorHealth Cancer Care
10197 N 92nd St, Ste 101
Scottsdale, 480-993-2950
Mario Pineda MD*
Ironwood Women’s Center
685 S Dobson Rd
Chandler, 480-324-5220
Shana Wingo MD
City of Hope Outpatient
Care Centers
2925 W Rose Garden Ln, Ste 110
Phoenix, 623-265-7215
MATERNAL FETAL MEDICINE
Also known as perinatology, this branch of obstetrics focuses on high-risk pregnancies, managing health concerns of the mother and fetus through birth.
Karrie Francois MD
Scottsdale Perinatal Associates
6950 E Chauncey Ln, Ste 150
Phoenix, 480-970-7664
Kendra Gray DO
Dignity Health Medical Group
500 W Thomas Rd, Ste 700
Phoenix, 602-699-3074
Cathleen Harris MD*
Scottsdale Perinatal Associates
6950 E Chauncey Ln, Ste 150
Phoenix, 480-970-7664
Joshua Makhoul MD
Scottsdale Perinatal Associates
6950 E Chauncey Ln, Ste 150
Phoenix, 480-970-7664
Julia Solomon MD
Fetal Diagnostic Center
of Arizona
1520 S Dobson Rd, Ste 320
Mesa, 480-237-2279
UROGYNECOLOGY/FEMALE PELVIC MEDICINE
This subspecialty of gynecology and urology manages clinical problems associated with dysfunction of the pelvic floor and bladder, including urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse.
Ahmed Akl MD*
Scottsdale Urogynecology
10661 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd, Ste 102
Scottsdale, 480-656-0207
Kelly Kantartzis MD
The Woman’s Center for Advanced Pelvic Surgery
4344 E Presidio St
Mesa, 480-834-5111
Shazia Malik MD
Valley Urogynecology Associates
1616 E Maryland Ave
Phoenix, 602-788-1521
