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Joan Bergstrom, MD, FACOG, MBA, is the founder of Women’s Health Services. With more than 30 years of clinical experience, Dr. Bergstrom was the first female OB/GYN to serve the Arlington and Grand Prairie, Texas, communities. Dr. Bergstrom delivers excellent care for women at all stages of life with compassion, warmth, and respect.
Patients trust Dr. Bergstrom for the treatment of a range of conditions, including uterine fibroids and polyps, urinary incontinence, abnormal bleeding, vaginal and uterine prolapse, and more. An expert gynecologic surgeon, she is skilled at a wide range of surgical procedures, such as vaginal hysterectomies, vaginal prolapse repairs, and bladder suspensions
Dr. Bergstrom went on to earn her Master of Business Administration from Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas. In 2012, she became the first woman to serve as chief of staff at Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital in Arlington.
Dr. Bergstrom is a fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and she is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. In her leisure time, she enjoys cooking for her family and playing Scrabble with her daughters.
“Dr Bergstrom is the consummate professional, always makes my visit personal, answers all questions, and greets me with that warm, wonderful, smile!
She has been my gynecologist for many years, and I would not go to anyone else!”
Dr. Haley Spotts is a dedicated OB/GYN at Women's Health Services, proudly serving women in Arlington and Grand Prairie, Texas. She is driven by a passion for partnering with women to ensure their well-being.
Dr. Spotts was born and raised in Fort Worth, Texas. She received her Bachelor of Science in Neurobiology from the University of Texas at Austin. She then moved to San Antonio, where she earned her medical degree at the Long School of Medicine at the University of Texas Health Science Center in 2019. She finished her residency in obstetrics and gynecology in 2023 at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center in Temple, TX.
She is excited to return to the DFW area and is honored to serve the women of Arlington. Dr. Spotts takes the time with each patient to ensure their comfort and individualize their care. She is dedicated to practicing evidence-based medicine and providing her patients with excellent care in obstetrics and gynecology. Her professional interests include adolescent gynecology, obstetrics, abnormal uterine bleeding, and minimally invasive surgery.
Dr. Spotts lives with her husband, Chris. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, trying new restaurants, cheering on the Texas Longhorns, and spoiling her French bulldog, Louis.
“My first time visiting and Dr.Spotts was really nice. She was also informative and answered any questions I had. I felt comfortable during the appointment and would recommend her.”
Dawnette K. Peppler, MD, FACOG, is a board-certified OB/GYN specializing in obstetric care and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. She brings more than 20 years of clinical experience to her patients at Women’s Health Services in Arlington and Grand Prairie, Texas.
Dedicated to delivering high-quality medical care with warmth and compassion, Dr. Peppler is skilled in all aspects of women’s health care. An expert at performing in-office surgical procedures, she specializes in hysteroscopy, including Novasure® endometrial ablation, Myosure® tissue removal, Nexplanon® birth control implant insertion, and more.
A native of Nebraska, Dr. Peppler received her undergraduate degree from the University of Nebraska at Kearney. She earned her medical degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine in Omaha and completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.
Dr. Peppler is a fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and she is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She and her husband, Donnie, stay busy keeping up with their four daughters and working on projects at home.
“I’ve been seeing Dr Peppler for over 22 years now. She’s the best!! She’s very kind, takes her time with and answers any questions you have. I wouldn’t ever change doctors!! I’m very happy with her and her staff! ”
Kiran Nangrani, DO, FACOG, is a board-certified OB/GYN specializing in all aspects of women’s health care at Women’s Health Services. With more than 10 years of clinical experience, Dr. Nangrani outstanding medical care to women of all ages in the communities of Arlington and Grand Prairie, Texas.
Dr. Nangrani treats each patient with warmth and respect and spends time answering questions and addressing concerns. Women at all stages of life trust her to deliver exceptional health services, including routine gynecology, pregnancy care, menopause management, and treatment for a range of conditions including uterine fibroids, uterine descensus, abnormal bleeding, endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome, and more.
A Texas native who grew up in Arlington, Dr. Nangrani received her undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at Arlington. She earned her medical degree from the University of North Texas in Fort Worth, Texas, and completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, also in Texas.
Dr. Nangrani is a fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and she is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is an exercise enthusiast and enjoys spending family time with her husband, Manesh, and their three daughters.
“The test result came back quickly, and the waiting time was just a few minutes.
Furthermore, I am forever grateful to Dr. Nangrani for her exceptional knowledge, dedication and commitment which have been saving many from female reproductive disorders.
Life would have been more suffering without Dr. Nangrani or other OB-GYNs.
God bless Doctors and the staff!
Thank you!
”
Dr. Kiran Nangrani, DO
OB-GYN
1015 Ikea Place
Suite 300
Grand Prairie, TX 75052
4.91(352)
4.92
(197)
Dr. Patrick Allen, MD
OB-GYN 10.0 mi
4.92(197)
7560 Glenview Drive
Suite 106
Richland Hills, TX 76180
Born and raised in Texas, Dr. Patrick Allen understands the unique healthcare needs of the local community. He dedicates his life’s work to providing superior gynecology care to the women of Texas. Dr. Allen has a special interest in minimally invasive surgery, especially robotic-assisted surgery and hormone replacement therapy. He is the Director of the Robotics program at North Hills Hospital.
He received his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M in 1981 and awarded his Doctor of Medicine in 1995 from the University of Texas Health Science Center. He completed his four-year residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Oklahoma University Health Science Center.
Dr. Allen serves as a Diplomat on the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He maintains licensures in Texas and Oklahoma and is active in a number of professional societies including the American Medical Association and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
In his free time, Dr. Allen actively participates in the parish church and school and is a Masters swimmer. He is married with three children.
“Good, happy with my visit. Also I told Dr.Allen he looks like the guy on the Buick commercial but its a Volvo commercial. Look out for the Commerical and see if you think he looks like him”
Dr. Patrick Allen, MD
OB-GYN
7560 Glenview Drive
Suite 106
Richland Hills, TX 76180
4.92(197)
4.94
(100)
Marie Murphy, RN, CNM, APRN
Advanced Practice Midwife 10.0 mi
4.94(100)
7560 Glenview Drive
Suite 106
Richland Hills, TX 76180
Certified Nurse Practitioner-Midwife, Marie T. Murphy, received her early nursing and midwifery education in her birth country of Ireland and later in Scotland. She has practiced midwifery in various culturally diverse locales, such as Abu Dhabi, London, Perth, and Saudi Arabia. Her travels permitted her a unique perspective in understanding and developing respect for the cultural backgrounds of women around the globe.
During her time in Saudi Arabia, Marie was introduced to her future husband, Steve Larma of Fort Worth, which led to her traveling to America in 1991. Marie then set out to complete her RN and midwifery training in the Labor & Delivery departments of Mesa General Hospital (Phoenix, AZ), and later North Hills Hospital (North Richland Hills, TX). She was also granted US citizenship. In 1996, Marie was awarded her CNM license with the American College of Nurse Midwives.
Today, Marie partners with Dr. Patrick Allen to provide high-quality gynecological care to women in the Richland Hills, TX area. She has a special interest in adolescent gynecology.
Pattyann Hardt, MD, PA, FACOG, is an experienced gynecologist at Eighth Avenue Obstetrics and Gynecology in the Medical District of Fort Worth, Texas. She offers comprehensive, personalized women’s health care to patients of all ages.
Dr. Hardt graduated with a master’s degree in education from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, and earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School in Galveston. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth.
Dr. Hardt has over a decade of experience treating patients with numerous gynecological conditions, such as heavy menstrual bleeding, uterine fibroids, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). She uses the most innovative, advanced technology and techniques during women’s health procedures.
She maintains her advanced credentials with continuing education and is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. She holds affiliations with the American Medical Association, Texas Medical Association, and Fort Worth OB/GYN Society. Dr. Hardt is also a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.
Dr. Hardt was a recipient of the prestigious Pritchard Prize for Research in 2008, Patients' Choice Award, Most Compassionate Doctor Award, and was named a “Top Doc” by Fort Worth Magazine.
Dr. Hardt is a mother of two and enjoys spending time with her family when she’s not at the office. She is currently accepting new patients and encourages them to visit Eighth Avenue Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Cynthia Robbins, MD, PA, is an experienced OB/GYN at the Eighth Avenue Obstetrics and Gynecology office in the Medical District of Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Robbins is consistently named “Top Doc” by Fort Worth Magazine and earned the Patient's Choice Award, honoring her as one of the best physicians in Texas.
Dr. Robbins earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Texas at Arlington. She then earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School in Houston. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Scott and White Memorial Hospital in Temple, Texas, serving as chief resident.
After residency training, Dr. Robbins established a private practice in Fort Worth. She’s served Dallas-Fort Worth area patients of all ages with quality, personalized care for over two decades. Women requiring minimally invasive gynecological procedures or routine obstetrics care are in good hands with Dr. Robbins.
She maintains her advanced credentials with continuing education courses and uses the most innovative, state-of-the-art technology during procedures. Dr. Robbins is board-certified and affiliated with the Texas Medical Board, American Medical Association, and American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
In her spare time, Dr. Robbins enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with her five children. She is currently accepting new patients and is excited to welcome them to Eighth Avenue Obstetrics and Gynecology.
“Dr. Robbins is the best - always caring, takes time with me and answers questions plus gives me information. She is kind and professional, and I am thankful for having her medical care through many stages over 30 years.”
Rita Wood, DO, is an OB/GYN at the Eighth Avenue Obstetrics and Gynecology office in the Medical District of Fort Worth, Texas. She specializes in contraception management, abnormal bleeding, infertility, preconception care, comprehensive prenatal care, urogynecology, and minimally invasive surgery.
Dr. Wood is originally from Houston, Texas. She attended medical school at the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth, and completed residency training at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth. She maintains her advanced credentials with continuing education.
Dr. Wood cares for women of all ages, from adolescence through menopause and beyond, using innovative, advanced technology and techniques. Her patients enjoy her warm, compassionate bedside manner.
Dr. Wood serves a diverse community and is fluent in Spanish. In her free time, she enjoys reading, doing yoga, and spending time with her husband. She is currently accepting new patients and welcomes them to Eighth Avenue Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Laura Bradford, MD, provides compassionate, comprehensive women’s health services to patients of all ages at Eighth Avenue Obstetrics and Gynecology in the Medical District of Fort Worth, Texas.
Dr. Bradford earned her medical degree from Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas, and completed her internship and residency at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth. She has over two decades of experience treating OB/GYN patients in private practice. She specializes in all areas of obstetrics and gynecology care.
Dr. Bradford was a member of the teaching faculty at North Texas Affiliated Medical Group and John Peter Smith Hospital, where she supervised and taught at sixteen OB/GYN residency programs in county and private hospital settings.
Dr. Bradford is board-certified with the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and maintains her advanced credentials with continuing education, so she is aware of the latest advancements in women’s health care.
When not attending to her patients, she enjoys sports, gardening, and crafts. Dr. Bradford is currently accepting new patients and is excited to welcome them to Eighth Avenue Obstetrics and Gynecology.
“My OB retired and I’m so thankful I found Dr. Bradford. Just had my 3rd surrobabe and she made the experience amazing for all parties. She has great bedside manners and listens to everything. ”
Heather Neville, MD, shares her experience as an OB/GYN with patients at the Magnolia Tower location of Eighth Avenue Obstetrics and Gynecology in Fort Worth, Texas. Listed as a Top Doctor by Fort Worth Magazine for several years, she offers comprehensive obstetrics and gynecology care to women.
Dr. Neville attended medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio and completed her internship and residency at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth. Dr. Neville has over a decade of experience, including several years in private practice, treating OB/GYN patients of all ages with her compassionate bedside manner.
She maintains her advanced credentials with continuing education and stays up-to-date with the latest advances in women’s health. Dr. Neville is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and a member of the Texas Medical Association, American Medical Association, Tarrant County Medical Society, and the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
When she’s not at the office, Dr. Neville enjoys running, cycling, and playing basketball. She is currently accepting new patients and welcomes them to Eighth Avenue Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Before becoming part of the practice of Dr. Jose F. De Leon, M.D., P.A., caring for patients in Irving and Dallas, Texas, Dr. Phuong Nguyen-Luu began pursuit of her medical career as an undergraduate chemistry major at Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas. She graduated with honors and continued on to earn her medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. From there, Dr. Nguyen-Luu ventured to California where she completed her OB/GYN internship at the University of California, Los Angeles, David Geffen School of Medicine.
Next, she relocated to the East Coast to complete her residency at Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia, where she served as the administrative chief resident. Dr. Nguyen-Luu received the John Riva, MD Oncology Award for her excellence in gynecologic surgery at Pennsylvania Hospital in 2017.
Now back in Texas, Dr. Nguyen-Luu provides her expertise in obstetrics and gynecology at the practice of Dr. Jose F. De Leon, M.D., P.A., at the office in Irving, Texas. She is fluent in Vietnamese and English and is highly skilled and detailed in her approach to patient-centered women’s health care. Dr. Nguyen-Luu treats women ages from their teens through their postmenopausal years with regard a host of obstetric and gynecologic concerns, including birth control and family planning, as well as managing conditions like endometriosis, infertility, and menopause.
“The practice itself is amazing! Dr. Deleon has created a lovely environment! I've been seeing Dr. Nguyen for 5 years now and she is nothing short of wonderful! Very caring, kind, and compassionate. She will do what is best for you as the patient. ”
07/2012-06/2016 Icahn School of Medicine, Mt Sinai, BronxCare Hospital Ctr, Bronx, NY Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology
09/2002-05/2008 Department of Biology/Immunology, Georgetown University, Washington, DC Doctor of Philosophy
10/1995-04/2002 Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University of Yaoundé I Doctor of Medicine
HONORS
06/2016 Chief Resident OB/GYN residency BronxCare Hospital Center (Bronx, NY)
06/2016 Recipient award for outstanding surgical skills BronxCare Hospital Center (Bronx, NY)
10/1999-04/2002 Presidential Scholar University of Yaoundé I
LICENSURE AND BOARD CERTIFICATION
Texas Physician License - # S4879
Florida Physician License # ME 145000
New Jersey Physician License # NJDCATEMP-007733
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology- Board Certified, expiration 12/2023
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Society of Laparoscopic Surgeons
EXPERIENCE
08/2021- Present Site Medical Director, - Envision Physician Services- Medical City Las Colinas- Irving, TX Responsible for complete OBGYN care for low and high-risk pregnancies GYN first call to ER. Responsible as OB hospitalist for all patients in a busy obstetrical unit.
06/2020-08/2021 Envision Physician Services- OB hospitalists- Envoy. As part of this team, I was tasked to be deployed to NJ/KY/ FL for High acuity OB service teams to perform OB hospitalist duties.
01/2019-06/2020 Attending Physician OBGYN- BronxCare Hospital Center- Bronx, NY Responsible for complete OBGYN care for low and high-risk pregnancies GYN first call to ER. Supervision of residents, Midwives 24/7 coverage of admitted pregnant and non-pregnant patients.
08/2016-12/2018 Attending Physician OBGYN- Stillwater Medical Center, Stillwater, OK Private practice model for inpatient and outpatient OBGYN services Responsible for complete OBGYN for low and high-risk pregnancies GYN first call to ER.
07/2012-06/2016 Resident Physician BronxCare Hospital Center- Bronx, NY
05/2005-06/2012 Medical Director / Dean of Studies, Global Health College, Alexandria VA Developed education requirements for nursing students. Guided college towards state and federal accreditation Development and implementation of quality improvement measures.
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
01/ 2018 USMD North Texas, (Arlington, TX) InterStim Training with Dr. Xavier Keith
10/ 2018 Memorial Herman Hospital, Houston, TX Da Vinci Robot advanced training
Li E, Tako EA, Singer SM; Complement Activation by Giardia duodenalis Parasites through the Lectin Pathway Contributes to Mast Cell Responses and Parasite Control. Infect Immun. 2016 Apr. Tako, E., E. Li, M. Farzad and S. M. Singer. (2013) Transcriptomic Analysis of Host Response to Giardia duodenalis Infection Reveals Redundant Mechanisms for Pathogen Control. mBIO, 4:e00660-13. PubMed
Tchinda VH, Tadem AD, Tako EA, Leke RG. (2007) Severe malaria in Cameroonian children: correlation between plasma levels of three soluble inducible adhesion molecules and TNF-α . Acta Tropica;Volume 102, Issue 1, April 2007, Page 20-28,
Tako EA, Zhou A, Lohoue J, Leke R, Taylor DW, Leke RF. Risk factors for placental malaria and its effect on pregnancy outcome in Yaounde, Cameroon. Am. J. Trop. Med. Hyg., 72(3), 2005, pp. 236-242,
Dr. Darshna Chandrasekhara is a board-certified OB/GYN and Infertility Specialist in Irving, Texas. Since 2005, she has been dedicated to providing compassionate care to her patients in the Irving, Coppell, and Greater Dallas Metroplex. From pregnancy normal and high risk, to contraceptive options, to pelvic pain and abnormal uterine bleeding evaluation and treatment to issues following menopause, Dr. Chandrasekhara offers a variety of services to support your gynecological health throughout your lifetime. The scope of her practice includes pap smears, STD evaluation, prenatal care, diagnosis and treatment of polycystic ovaries (PCOS) and infertility treatment. She also has a focus on robotic (DaVinci) surgical procedures including ovarian cystectomies, endometriosis treatment and hysterectomies.
In 1994, Dr. Chandrasekhara earned her Bachelor of Science, double majoring in Chemistry and Biology at Houston Baptist University. She then went on to receive her Doctorate of Medicine at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston in 1998. Next, Dr. Chandrasekhara completed her internship and residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Allegheny University Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Then, she returned back home to Houston to complete her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology from 2000-2003 at the University of Texas in Houston.
Dr. Chandrasekhara is a member of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Texas Medical Association, and the Dallas County Medical Society. She is also a member of the Texas Indian Physicians as well as the Association of American Physicians of Indian Origin. She has performed many presentations around the country, with several publications throughout her career. Dr. Chandrasekhara loves to travel, swim, and cook in her free time, as well as photographing her children.
07/2012-06/2016 Icahn School of Medicine, Mt Sinai, BronxCare Hospital Ctr, Bronx, NY Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology
09/2002-05/2008 Department of Biology/Immunology, Georgetown University, Washington, DC Doctor of Philosophy
10/1995-04/2002 Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University of Yaoundé I Doctor of Medicine
HONORS
06/2016 Chief Resident OB/GYN residency BronxCare Hospital Center (Bronx, NY)
06/2016 Recipient award for outstanding surgical skills BronxCare Hospital Center (Bronx, NY)
10/1999-04/2002 Presidential Scholar University of Yaoundé I
LICENSURE AND BOARD CERTIFICATION
Texas Physician License - # S4879
Florida Physician License # ME 145000
New Jersey Physician License # NJDCATEMP-007733
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology- Board Certified, expiration 12/2023
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Society of Laparoscopic Surgeons
EXPERIENCE
08/2021- Present Site Medical Director, - Envision Physician Services- Medical City Las Colinas- Irving, TX Responsible for complete OBGYN care for low and high-risk pregnancies GYN first call to ER. Responsible as OB hospitalist for all patients in a busy obstetrical unit.
06/2020-08/2021 Envision Physician Services- OB hospitalists- Envoy. As part of this team, I was tasked to be deployed to NJ/KY/ FL for High acuity OB service teams to perform OB hospitalist duties.
01/2019-06/2020 Attending Physician OBGYN- BronxCare Hospital Center- Bronx, NY Responsible for complete OBGYN care for low and high-risk pregnancies GYN first call to ER. Supervision of residents, Midwives 24/7 coverage of admitted pregnant and non-pregnant patients.
08/2016-12/2018 Attending Physician OBGYN- Stillwater Medical Center, Stillwater, OK Private practice model for inpatient and outpatient OBGYN services Responsible for complete OBGYN for low and high-risk pregnancies GYN first call to ER.
07/2012-06/2016 Resident Physician BronxCare Hospital Center- Bronx, NY
05/2005-06/2012 Medical Director / Dean of Studies, Global Health College, Alexandria VA Developed education requirements for nursing students. Guided college towards state and federal accreditation Development and implementation of quality improvement measures.
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
01/ 2018 USMD North Texas, (Arlington, TX) InterStim Training with Dr. Xavier Keith
10/ 2018 Memorial Herman Hospital, Houston, TX Da Vinci Robot advanced training
Li E, Tako EA, Singer SM; Complement Activation by Giardia duodenalis Parasites through the Lectin Pathway Contributes to Mast Cell Responses and Parasite Control. Infect Immun. 2016 Apr. Tako, E., E. Li, M. Farzad and S. M. Singer. (2013) Transcriptomic Analysis of Host Response to Giardia duodenalis Infection Reveals Redundant Mechanisms for Pathogen Control. mBIO, 4:e00660-13. PubMed
Tchinda VH, Tadem AD, Tako EA, Leke RG. (2007) Severe malaria in Cameroonian children: correlation between plasma levels of three soluble inducible adhesion molecules and TNF-α . Acta Tropica;Volume 102, Issue 1, April 2007, Page 20-28,
Tako EA, Zhou A, Lohoue J, Leke R, Taylor DW, Leke RF. Risk factors for placental malaria and its effect on pregnancy outcome in Yaounde, Cameroon. Am. J. Trop. Med. Hyg., 72(3), 2005, pp. 236-242,
For expert obstetrics and gynecologic care in the Dallas and Irving areas of Texas, trust board-certified OB/GYN Dr. Jose F. De Leon, aka “Dr. D.” He offers a variety of services for women from puberty to menopause, including annual Pap smears, infertility support, STD testing, and management of endometriosis.
Dr. D is a graduate of Texas A&M University, where he majored in biology and went on to earn a degree from UT Southwestern Medical School at Dallas. He completed his residency in obstetrics and gynecology at St. Paul Medical Center in Dallas.
Dr. D has been in private practice for 16 years and enjoys privileges at Pine Creek Medical Center, Dallas Medical Center, Methodist Hospital Dallas, and Medical City at Dallas. He also serves as the Chairman of Women Services at Dallas Medical Center.
In addition to offering general obstetrics services and gynecology support for women from puberty through the postmenopausal years, Dr. D provides several in-office procedures, including endometrial ablation.
“I saw Dr. Tako, he actually listened to me and showed true concern. This was the 5th doctor I had went for my issue and I was just happy he didn't just brush me away. The staff was amazing and helpful as well. They were really concerned. ”