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Formula Shortage Guide for Parents and Caregivers
We know the national formula shortage may be causing issues and anxiety for our families. To help you during this time, we've put together a list of resources and advice. Learn more here.
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Boston Medical Center is a leader in women’s health. Caretakers contribute to the long-term health and well-being of the women served by consistently providing the highest quality medical care to each and every patient.
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Obstetrics
- Pregnancy
- Birth Sisters
- Genetic Counseling
- Childbirth Education
- Labor and Delivery
- Postpartum Care
- Breastfeeding
Gynecology
- Common Procedures
- Family Planning
- Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery/Urogynecology
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Gynecologic Oncology
- Minimally Invasive Surgeries
- Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
BMC's extraordinary range of support services are available including a full-time medical interpreter staff that provides more than 30 languages on site, 24/7.
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Our Team
Aviva Lee-Parritz, MD
Special Interests
Diabetes in pregnancy, cervical incompetence, surgical complications of pregnancy, maternal heart disease, medical complications of pregnancy
Jodi F Abbott, MD, MSc, MHCM
Special Interests
Health equity, patient safety, implementation science
Tejumola M Adegoke, MD, MPH
Shannon L Bell, MD
Rachel Cannon, MD
Brianna Casciello, CNM, MSN, RNC-OB, C-EFM
Special Interests
Perinatal mental health, shared decision making, preeclampsia prevention, preconception care


Philip D Connors, MS, MPH, CGC
Special Interests
Genomic sequencing and personalized medicine, public health and public policy, and ethical considerations in genetics and genetic counseling.
Sarah L Crane, MD
Thamarah Crevecoeur, CNM, MSN, DrPH
Special Interests
Immigrant health, global health, culturally specific care models, midwifery workforce development, racial maternal health disparities
Karen Cullen, CNM, WHNP-BC, MSN
Special Interests
Evidence based/trauma informed care, body liberation, culturally humble care, promoting physiologic birth, anti-racism, interdisciplinary medical and nursing education
Brittany A Diaz, CNM, MSN, RN

Joselyn S Diaz, MS, CGC
Alison B Dick, MD
Anissa E Dickerson, CNM, MSN, MPH
Special Interests
Immigrant and refugee health, family planning including abortion care, contraception and care during early pregnancy loss

Stephen J Fiascone, MD

Estefany J Flores-Godaire, CNM, MPH
Special Interests
CenteringPregnancy, gestational diabetes, labor and birth, chest/breastfeeding, adolescent healthcare, mental health in pregnancy, family planning
Rosha N Forman, CNM, MSN
Special Interests
Innovation in maternity care, postpartum depression, racial disparities in maternal health, shared decision making

Cecilia T Girard, CNM, BSN

David C Harrison, MD
Paul Hendessi, MD
Special Interests
Gynecologic surgery, robotic surgery, MIS surgery, resident education
Erica Holland, MD
Katharine B Hutchinson, DrPH, CNM, MSN
Special Interests
Refugee care, advocacy
Ronald E Iverson, MD, MPH
Special Interests
Maternal health, obstetric safety, improving maternal patient outcomes (hemorrhage, hypertension, venous thrombotic embolus (VTE), opioid use disorder (OUD), and cesarean reduction)
Padmasini Kandadai, MD, MPH
Samantha E Kaplan, MD, MPH
Rasha S Khoury, MD, MPH

Luca Koritsanskzky, CNM, WHNP-BC, MPH
Special Interests
Community-based prenatal care, immigrant and refugee health, health system development and quality improvement

Marie S Kourtelidis, CNM, MSN
Special Interests
Postpartum care, postpartum depression, quality improvement, labor and delivery, breastfeeding
Wendy Kuohung, MD
Special Interests
Infertility and in vitro fertilization, fertility preservation, menstrual disorders, fibroids, endometriosis, minimally invasive and robotic gynecologic Surgery
Daphne B Landau, MD
Glenn R Markenson, MD
Ann M Massed, CNM, MPH
Cara M McGuinness, CNM, MS, RN, WHNP
Special Interests
Sexual health and wellness, structural drivers of health inequity, global midwifery care

Julie G Mottl-Santiago, DrPH, CNM
Special Interests
Doula support, health services research, health policy
Melissa Nelson, CNM, MSN, WHNP-BC
Special Interests
Adolescent pregnancy, centering pregnancy
Cesylee Q Nguyen, CNM, MSN, RN
Special Interests
Childbirth Education, Immigrant and Refugee Care

Nyia L Noel, MD, MPH
Onyemaechi C Onyekwu, CNM
Special Interests
Health equity and equality, substance use disorder in pregnancy, continuity of care
Danielle K O'Rourke-Suchoff, MD
Elizabeth W Patton, MD
Rebecca B Perkins, MD
Special Interests
Cervical cancer, cervical dysplasia, HPV vaccinations

Kari A Radoff, CNM
Special Interests
Shared decision making, quality improvement, perinatal health systems
Jo Anna L Rorie, CNM
Special Interests
Free standing birth centers, community engagement
Emily W Rosenthal, MD
Kelley A Saia, MD
Raja A Sayegh, MD
Michelle J Sia, DO
Lillian T Sosa, MS, CGC
Elizabeth A Stier, MD
Kelly M Treder, MD, MPH
Catherine E Walker, CNM, MPH

Katharine O White, MD, FACOG
Special Interests
Miscarriage care, chronic vaginitis, sexual wellness/dysfunction
Susan E White, MD
Elisabeth J Woodhams, MD, MSc
Ebonie S Woolcock, MD, MPH
Soledad Diaz, CNM
Paula Latortue Albino, MD
Sarah O’Connor, MD
LaKedra Pam, MD
Bianca Passarelli, NP
Melissa Wong, MD
Patient Resources
Obstetrics and Gynecology Resources
Personalized Online Cervical Cancer Risk Assessment Tool
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Additional Information
Department News
Study Finds Birth Outside the U.S. Less Protective for Black Women Against Poor Perinatal Outcomes
Black women, infants face highest risk during and after pregnancy

Pregnancy-related deaths were already rising in the US. Then COVID arrived and made things worse.
Pregnancy-related deaths jumped during the pandemic, with Black women suffering the highest mortality rates. BMC obstetrician-gynecologist, Dr. Tejumola Adegoke, joins The Boston Globe to weigh in on…

New Intervention Decreases Cesarean Rate and Improves Maternal Blood Loss
BOSTON – New research from Boston Medical Center suggests that hourly patient evaluation and documentation of the birthing plan in the second stage of labor decreases the second-stage of labor…

Study finds high rates of over- and under-screening for cervical cancer
BOSTON – According to new research from Boston Medical Center, younger women aged 21-39 are more likely to be over-screened for cervical cancer, while older women aged 50-64…

Research Overview
Learn more about our OBGYN Research in collaboration with BU Medical School.
Residency and Fellowship Information
The Obstetrics and Gynecology Department offers clerkship, fellowship and residency programs for medical students and recent graduates interested in specializing in obstetrics and gynecology. Because Boston Medical Center is New England's largest safety-net hospital serving a diverse patient population, medical educational opportunities here are especially rewarding and challenging.
The Obstetrics and Gynecology Department at Boston Medical Center is affiliated with the Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine. Learn more about our programs here:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology clerkship program (Medical Student Education)
- Family Planning Fellowship
- Residency Program
- Maternal Health Addiction Fellowship
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A New Study Pinpoints Motivating Factors for Pregnant Women to Get Vaccines
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Experts Are Digging Deeper Into What Exactly Drives Racial Inequities in Pregnancy Outcomes
Research shows Black women are more likely to die of pregnancy-related complications. But how and why? BMC experts are determined to find out.

How a Shared Language Can Jumpstart Cultural Transformation in a Teaching Hospital
In a joint effort, BMC, BUSM, and BUMG hope that using inclusive language will be the foundation for a safe, welcoming environment for all.

Systemic Racism in the U.S. Affects All Mothers and Their Babies, Study Suggests
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A Mobile Prenatal Clinic Is Breaking Barriers for Pregnant Refugee Patients
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Access to Doula Support Is a Key Piece of Maternal Health Equity
Providing doula coverage under Medicaid could increase access to this birthing support resource and help bridge inequities in maternal outcomes.

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Mandatory Reporting Law Is Harmful for Pregnant People with SUD
BMC experts testified in support of eliminating the requirement to report abuse and neglect for babies born with neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome.

Inadequate Cervical Cancer Screening Puts Women 65+ at Risk
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Support for Newborn Mothers with OUD Doesn't Go Far Enough
After being in treatment during pregnancy, 40% of women relapse within the first year of their baby’s life. Experts advocate for extended support.
