Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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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! ”
Sharyl Brasher-Giles, MD, FACOG, is a board-certified OB/GYN specializing in all aspects of women’s health care at Women's Health Services. With more than 23 years of clinical experience, Dr. Brasher-Giles provides outstanding medical care to women of all ages in the communities of Arlington and Grand Prairie, Texas.
Dr. Brasher-Giles is extremely personable and has excellent communication skills. Dedicated to delivering high-quality medical care with warmth and compassion, she is skilled in all aspects of women’s health care.
Women at all stages of life trust Dr. Brasher-Giles to deliver exceptional health services, including obstetrics and pregnancy care, routine gynecology, 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, she received her MD from Texas Tech University at Amarillo, where she also completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology. She then moved to Austin, where she practiced for over twenty years. She relocated to Arlington to be closer to her family.
Dr. Brasher-Giles is a fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), and she is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG). She has adult twins and a teenage son and loves “the country life”.
“Dr. BG took time to really talk to me. She listened and talked me through all of the options. It’s hard to fine a doctor that is patient and takes time with you. ”
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!
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Joy Carter, MD, FACOG, is a board-certified OB/GYN who provides outstanding care to women of all ages at Women’s Health Services. With more than 10 years of clinical experience, Dr. Carter provides a wide array of women’s health services to the communities of Arlington and Grand Prairie, Texas.
Dr. Carter is dedicated to patient education and strives to empower her patients to make informed decisions about their personal health. She offers warm, compassionate care during pregnancy and for conditions such as endometriosis, uterine fibroids, uterine descensus, abnormal bleeding, and menopause.
After receiving her Bachelor of Science in biology from Baylor University in Waco, Texas, Dr. Carter earned a Master of Science in biological science from Southern Methodist University in Dallas. She then earned her Doctor of Medicine from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas, where she also completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology.
Dr. Carter 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, Brian, have three children. In her leisure time, she enjoys knitting and outdoor activities such as camping and hiking.
Jessica Brown, MD, is a board eligible OB/GYN in the Arlington and Grand Prairie communities of Texas, where she treats patients at Women’s Health Services. With more than six years of professional experience, Dr. Brown is an honest and friendly physician with a passion for obstetrics, adolescent gynecology, family planning, in office procedures and minimally invasive surgery.
A lifelong Texan, Dr. Brown was born and raised in Houston. After attending Baylor University in Waco, Texas, Dr. Brown received a BA in sociology in 2009, graduating as an honors scholar with a distinction in research. In 2013, she earned her medical degree from the University of Texas at Southwestern Medical School in Dallas.
Dr. Brown stayed at the University of Texas at Southwestern Medical School in Dallas to complete her residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Brown is a member of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the American Medical Association.
Her primary goal as a physician is to make her patients feel as relaxed and comfortable as possible in her care while educating women and helping them take control of their own health. She is an accomplished physician with excellent surgical skills.
Outside of the office, Dr. Brown enjoys spending time with family and friends. She and her husband, Paul, have one son, with whom they love spending time.
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.
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.”
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. ”
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.
Tracy Glass, DO, FACOG, is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Advanced Womens Healthcare of Waxahachie. Known for her exceptional skills and bedside manner, Dr. Glass provides the best care possible at her office in Waxahachie, Texas.
“Medicine was a second career for me, born out of a calling from the Lord above. I love my job as an Ob/Gyn, and I love serving the community of Ellis county and surrounding areas. I believe medicine is a partnership between the patient and the physician, so I will take time to explain my recommendations in a way that a patient can understand. I want each patient to play an active role in her healthcare decisions.
We have a wonderfully caring staff, and our patients let us know how much they appreciate that. I want patients to feel at ease during their visit, and I make every effort to listen to their concerns and answer all their questions. We work in a very intimate environment, and the more comfortable a patient feels with me, the more successful I can be at helping her.”
Dr. Glass was born and raised near Austin, Texas. Before earning her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree, Dr. Glass distinguished herself academically, earning concurrent undergraduate degrees with honors in Anthropology and Microbiology. While completing her bachelor studies, she began her graduate studies and went on to earn a Master’s degree in Cell Biology. She has received numerous teaching awards, and her research contributions have been published in several major scientific journals, including Brain Research and the Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology.
A highly respected surgeon and laparoscopist, Dr. Glass is well-known for her exceptional skill in performing complex laparoscopic procedures, minimally invasive surgery, and pelvic reconstruction surgery.
Dr. Glass is actively involved in medical, surgical, and evangelical missionary work and enjoys sharing her faith and talents with those in need. She considers it one of the greatest gifts of service she could offer another. When not caring for patients, Dr. Glass enjoys spending time with her family, running, camping, hiking, or competing in triathlons. She is an ultramarathoner, an Ironman, and a mother of three amazing kids.
Gregory Kroeger, MD, FACOG, is a compassionate and skilled obstetrician and gynecologist serving patients at Advanced Womens Healthcare of Waxahachie in Waxahachie, Texas.
Dr. Kroeger grew up in Midland, Texas. He attended Texas Tech University, graduating summa cum laude in 1994 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Zoology. He attended Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center for medical school and then completed his residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Scott and White Memorial Hospital in Temple, Texas.
He spent 14 years in private practice in Abilene, Texas. During part of this time, Dr. Kroeger served as Chief of Obstetrics and Gynecology at both Hendrick Medical Center and Abilene Regional Medical Center. In 2017, Dr. Kroeger was recruited to Waxahachie by Baylor Scott & White Health System. He brings years of experience and advanced surgical skills in minimally invasive surgery and complex laparoscopic procedures. Dr. Kroeger also has advanced training in pelvic reconstructive surgery and the management of urinary incontinence. Dr. Kroeger is married and has three children. He enjoys spending time with his family, pursuing his faith, and spending time outdoors, hiking, hunting, or fishing.
“I believe that all life is sacred and that we are created in His image and likeness. Helping to bring life into the world is an awesome and humbling privilege – an honor that is typically given to a physician based on a patient’s comfort, confidence, and trust. Building this trust requires a relationship where the patient feels that their concerns are heard, their questions answered, and their conditions adequately explained and addressed. This is what I strive to do for my patients.”
Dr. Brenda Axmann graduated from The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School after receiving her undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University. Upon completion of her medical degree Dr. Axmann chose to pursue women’s healthcare and completed her Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at Methodist Hospital of Dallas and Parkland Hospital. Dr. Axmann feels privileged to care for the gynecologic needs of her patients and has had the opportunity to establish long-term care relationships with many of her established patients. She is married to Dr. David Axmann and they have 3 children. Dr. Axmann believes in the importance of a healthy lifestyle and regular exercise and encourages her patients to find a balance which will allow them to establish positive relationships and achieve both personal and career goals. Dr. Brenda Axmann enjoys travel, reading, and spending time with her dogs. She attends BSF weekly and supports Family Legacy Mission International along with organizations that support women who have been subject to domestic violence and abuse.
Michelle Grundstrom, MD is an ObGyn at Contemporary Women's Care in Plano, Texas.
Dr. Grundstrom grew up in the Plano area and left to complete her undergraduate degree at The University of Texas at Austin, where she developed a love for medicine and women's health. She completed medical school at Texas Tech University Health Science Center, and after receiving her degree she completed her ObGyn residency at Texas Tech University Health Science Center in the Permian Basin. She is excited to be back in her hometown doing what she loves!
In her free time, Dr. Grundstrom enjoys spending time with her family including her two dogs.
Carrie Patterson, MD, FACOG, is a dedicated, board-certified OB/GYN and co-founder of the all-female physician practice, Nurture Women's Health and Stella Spa at Nurture Women’s Health in Frisco, Texas.
Dr. Patterson received her bachelor's degree in exercise science from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, where she was a Trustee Scholar and graduated magna cum laude. She went on to complete her master’s degree in physiology and biophysics at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. She stayed there to receive her medical degree, where she was elected into the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, graduating in the top 10% of her class.
She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of California, Irvine Medical Center, in Orange, California, where she received the Louis H. Smith, MD, Humanitarian Award in 2008.
Dr. Patterson is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. She holds hospital privileges at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Centennial in Texas.
Dr. Patterson consistently uses her efforts to advance obstetric and gynecologic health care by offering women thorough, compassionate, and evidence-based medical guidance.
Her goal is to establish a long-term connection with each one of her patients. She provides expert, individualized care during every stage of a woman’s life, from adolescence to pregnancy and beyond.
In her free time, she and her husband stay busy keeping up with their twin daughters and two border collies. She also enjoys traveling, trying new restaurants, watching sports, and cheering on her beloved USC Trojans.
Dr. Chesshir is a Texas girl born and raised. She graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Texas Tech University. She then pursued a master’s degree in International Management. After working in the business sector for some time, she realized she wanted to make a childhood dream come true and obtained her Medical Doctorate from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, Texas. She furthered her passion for women’s healthcare by completing her specialty training in obstetrics & gynecology at St. Paul Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, and is a fellow of the American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
In 2019, after many years in private practice, Dr. Chesshir pivoted her focus to OBGYN hospitalist medicine, however, she missed getting to know patients in an office-based setting & therefore returned to office practice.
She sees gynecology patients of all ages; but has a special interest in menopausal medicine. She is a member of the Menopause Society; formerly known as the North American Menopause Society (NAMS).
In her free time, she enjoys taking care of her cats and spending time with family. When she is not working, she also does some volunteer work. Her hobbies include reading, gardening, and knitting.
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