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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.

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.

Malathi Ellis, MD, FACOG, is a highly-trained OB/GYN and co-founder of Nurture Women's Health and Stella Spa at Nurture Women’s Health, an all-female physician practice in Frisco, Texas. She genuinely cares about the health of her patients, providing them with the highest quality of service.

Born and raised in North Carolina, Dr. Ellis began her journey toward becoming an OB/GYN at North Carolina State University in Raleigh, North Carolina, where she graduated with a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry. 

She found her passion for women’s health at East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina, where she received her medical degree. She went on to complete her internship and residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona.

In 2005, Dr. Ellis moved to Texas and began a private practice, serving the community of Dallas and its surrounding areas. After many years, she decided to join forces with female physicians to create Nurture Women’s Health.

Dr. Ellis specializes in female urinary problems, PCOS, high-risk pregnancy, hysterectomy, infertility, and natural childbirth. She’s also skilled in vaginal, laparoscopic and robotic surgery, vaginal rejuvenation, operative vaginal delivery, and vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC).

Patients in the Frisco and surrounding areas have come to know and trust Dr. Ellis with their obstetrics and gynecology needs. 

In her free time, she enjoys being a wife and mother to her three children. When she’s not working, she enjoys spending time being with her family, cooking, gardening, and reading science fiction and comic books.

She has grown to love the Frisco area and is passionate about taking care of her patients. She looks forward to serving for many more successful years with her team at Nurture Women’s Health.

Dr. Angela Stoehr is chronic pelvic and sexual pain and sexual dysfunction specialist who works out of Nurture Women’s Health in Frisco, Texas. An experienced practitioner who offers some of the best OB/GYN care available in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, Dr. Stoehr obtained her medical degree from Creighton University School of Medicine. She then went on to complete her residency at St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center. 

Dr. Stoehr is a member of The International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health (ISSWSH), and the International Pelvic Pain Society (IPPS). She also serves on the IPPS Patient Education Committee, and on the speaker’s bureaus for Pacira Biosciences and Sprout Pharmaceuticals. 

Always eager to contribute to the greater good in the public health sector, Dr. Stoehr has participated in medical missions around the globe to different countries, including the Dominican Republic, Honduras, and Ghana. Her experiences practicing medicine abroad, as well her fluency in Spanish, allow her to cater to a diverse clientele in the Frisco area. One of the central tenets of Dr. Stoehr’s lifework is reaching out, working with, and caring for patients who cover a broad spectrum. Spanish-speaking women and others from diverse backgrounds feel comfortable under her care.

Outside the walls of her practice, she and her husband are busy, dedicated parents to their two wonderful children.

OB/GYN April Riley, DO, is proud to offer women throughout Frisco, Texas, and the surrounding area high-quality women's health services. At Nurture Women's Health, Dr. Riley partners with her patients to provide support throughout every stage of their lives.

Dr. Riley completed her Bachelor of Science in Biology at the University of Texas at Austin and then received an additional Master of Science in Medical Sciences from the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. She then went on to complete her medical doctorate at the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. Dr. Riley pursued her residency training in OB/GYN at Texas Tech University Health Science Center at the Permian Basin, where she served as co-Chief Resident in her final year.

Recognized for her dedication to her field, Dr. Riley was awarded the Dean's Teaching Resident Award and the AAGL Recognition of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecology Award. She also served as the ACOG District XI Residency Program Representative, which allowed her to advocate for women's health legislation at the Texas Capitol.

Dr. Riley is excited to be back near her hometown of Plano, TX, after practicing in Fort Worth for several years. Away from her practice, she enjoys spending time outside, cooking, sewing, and spending time with her husband and son.

Lenora Vaughan, DO, FACOG, is an experienced OB/GYN and has been a Texas resident since moving from the Philippines at the age of five. She is thrilled to join an all-female physician group at Nurture Women's Health in  Frisco, Texas. Dr. Vaughan is passionate about the practice of evidence-based medicine.

After receiving her undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University, she went on to complete her medical degree at the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. After residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Illinois at Chicago, Dr. Vaughan returned to Texas and practiced in Austin.

Dr. Vaughan also has extensive experience with OB/GYN hospitalist medicine and was the director of the program in Colorado for three years. After twelve years of working solely in the hospital setting, Dr. Vaughan is excited to return to office-based practice and will have privileges at Baylor Scott & White - Centennial.

In her free time, she and her husband enjoy traveling, hiking all over the world, skiing, and spending time with their beloved French Bulldogs.

Holly Cheung, DO, is an experienced obstetrician and gynecologist with the team at Nurture Women’s Health in Frisco, Texas.

Dr. Cheung is a North Texas local and grew up in nearby Keller, Texas. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Texas at Dallas, where she received her Bachelor of Science in both biology and neuroscience. She then earned her medical degree from the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth. During medical school, she was elected into the Sigma Sigma Phi honor society for academic and service achievements. Dr. Cheung then completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Loma Linda University Medical Center in Southern California.

Dr. Cheung decided to pursue a career in medicine out of her desire to serve others. Her most gratifying moments are when she can make a difference in the lives and families of her patients. Her special interests include managing high-risk pregnancies, minimally invasive surgery, abnormal uterine bleeding, polycystic ovarian syndrome, and treatment of acne.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Cheung enjoys gardening, running, hiking, traveling, and spending time with her family and her Swiss Shepherd, Ezra.

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.

Adam Shoman, MD, FACOG, MBA, at Alliance Women's Health and Wellness, PC, in McKinney, Texas, offers skilled women’s health services to patients aged 12 and older. He has expertise in minimally invasive surgeries and innovative treatments for various gynecological conditions.

Dr. Shoman received his medical degree from Alexandria University in Alexandria, Egypt, before completing his Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management and Economy at William Paterson University in Wayne, New Jersey. 

He completed his residency in pediatrics at Atlantic Health System/Goryeb Children's Hospital in Morristown, New Jersey, and his residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Rutgers Health/Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City, New Jersey.

He went on to work as a medical doctor at Hackensack Meridian Health in Hackensack and North Bergen, New Jersey, before joining the Center for Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery in Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey, as the chief medical officer.

At Atlantic Health System in New Jersey, Dr. Shoman was the associate chief medical officer of the Western region before joining Alliance Women’s Health and Wellness, PC, as the chief medical officer.

Dr. Shoman has also taught at Rutgers University in Newark, New Jersey, as an assistant professor since 2005. 

He is a Certified Professional of Patient Safety (CPPS) through the Institute for Healthcare Improvement and a Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) through the National Association for Healthcare Quality® (NAHQ). 

Dr. Shoman is a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and holds board certification from the American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology (ABOG). 

He looks forward to providing compassionate, effective care to patients at Alliance Women’s Health and Wellness, PC.

Jennifer Bailey, MD, FACOG, provides comprehensive obstetrics and gynecology services to patients at Frisco Obstetrics and Gynecology, PA, located in Frisco, Texas. 

Dr. Bailey completed her undergraduate studies at Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in cell and molecular biology and a minor in chemistry. 

Prior to attending medical school, Dr. Bailey spent four years with Howard Hughes Medical Institute performing research in the areas of pharmacology and human and molecular genetics. Based on her own research as well as her contributions to the research of her collaborators, Dr. Bailey has been published in several medical journals including Cell, Nature Genetics, Genomics, Human Molecular Genetics, and Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Dr. Bailey received her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas which perennially ranks among the top medical schools in the country. As a medical student, she received the Annelle Ahmed, M.D. Women's Health Care Award for high academic and clinical achievement in women's health.

She completed her obstetrics and gynecology residency at Parkland Memorial Hospital in Dallas, Texas where she served as a Chief Resident during her fourth year. Parkland's obstetrics and gynecology residency program is considered one of the finest training programs in the United States, and the volume of deliveries performed at the hospital routinely ranks among the highest in the nation. As a resident, Dr. Bailey received the Chairman's Award for Outstanding Intern, an award for academic excellence, and was twice the recipient of teaching awards honoring her contributions to the training of medical students.

Dr. Bailey is board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology, and she is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. 

To better serve her patients, she has a working knowledge of medical Spanish.

Dr. Bailey married her husband, Charles, in 1993, and they have two sons. They currently reside in this area and have extended family here. Dr. Bailey enjoys walking, hiking, traveling, reading, and spending time with her family and friends.

Jennifer Allen, MD, is one of the caring physicians at Frisco Obstetrics and Gynecology, PA, located in Frisco, Texas.

Dr. Allen always knew that she was going to be a physician. From her parents’ recollection, she was three years old when she informed them. She credits the physicians she was exposed to growing up and a passion for helping others as the inspiration that sustained her dream.

Born and raised in Durham, North Carolina, her formal education includes dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Chemistry and Biochemistry from North Carolina State University. It was there that she cemented her foundation for academic excellence, scholarship, and leadership. She received numerous awards and accolades while in attendance. Upon graduation, Dr. Allen became a chemist at a major pharmaceutical firm.

Soon the path that she had started brought her back to medical school. Dr. Allen completed her medical degree at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She is most inspired by her stint as a Schweitzer fellow. As a fellow, Dr. Allen participated in a project that allowed her to educate women about breast and cervical cancer screening in rural North Carolina. She did this by using churches as a platform for presenting information.

Dr. Allen went on to do her internship at East Tennessee State University, where she received the "Resident of the Year" award. She then completed her residency training at the University of Texas Southwestern, Parkland Health and Hospital Systems. Her senior resident research project was published in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Dr. Jennifer Allen is board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology, and is a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. She maintains hospital affiliations at Baylor Scott and White Medical Center and Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Plano.

When trying to find a place to settle down to raise her family, Dr. Allen and her husband, Xavier, chose a place that would fit the lifestyle of their growing young family. Dr. Allen joined Frisco Obstetrics and Gynecology, PA, in 2011, and has said that it has truly been an experience working with other women who also strive for excellence in patient care.

Dr. Allen has three children—Kayla, Noble, and Janae. They worship at North Dallas Community Bible Fellowship in Richardson, Texas.

In order to commit fully to her established patients, Dr. Allen is no longer accepting new patients. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Thank you.

Pauline Petrovski, MD, is a compassionate member of the team at Frisco Obstetrics and Gynecology, PA, in Frisco, Texas. She s board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology. 

Dr. Petrovski was born and raised in the metropolitan Detroit area. She is a University of Michigan and Wayne State University alumni and relocated to Dallas for the opportunity to complete residency training at the prestigious University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center/Parkland Memorial Hospital in Obstetrics and Gynecology. While there, Dr. Petrovski was named as Chief Resident in her fourth year along with Dr. Jennifer Bailey and Dr. Michele Pepperell. She also received the outstanding Residency Teaching award for all senior residents in 2004. 

Dr. Petrovski maintains hospital affiliations at Baylor Scott and White Medical Center and Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Plano. She is a member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.

Dr. Petrovski and her husband, Goran Petrovski, made the decision to remain in Dallas after residency training and look forward to raising their daughter, Paige, and son, Grayson, in the Frisco community. She looks forward to providing Frisco and the surrounding communities with comprehensive health care for women.

Shaheen Jacob, MD, FACOG, is a compassionate OB/GYN at Frisco Obstetrics and Gynecology, PA, located in Frisco, Texas. Dr. Jacob is dedicated to women's health issues and focuses on developing long-term relationships with her patients based on honesty and understanding. She takes care of women in every phase of a life, including pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. 

She is a firm believer in preventive medicine, and is committed to the highest quality of care, paying personal attention to her patients and advocating for patient education. Dr. Jacob has a special interest in minimally invasive gynecological procedures and is certified in robotic surgery for pain, bleeding, and fibroids using the Da Vinci surgical system. 

Dr. Jacob attended the University of Texas at Austin, where she obtained her Bachelor of Arts in biology, followed by her medical degree at St. George's University School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies. She rounded out her medical training with an obstetrics and gynecology residency at Danbury Hospital in Connecticut. 

Dr. Jacob is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and is a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. She is affiliated with several local hospitals, including Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Centennial Frisco and Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano.

Originally from Dallas, Dr. Jacob is very excited to both practice in her hometown and contribute to the community. She and her husband, Suraj, have two boys, Zayden and Zach, and a dog named Charlie, who keeps them busy while not working. She enjoys watching movies, traveling, good food, and spending time with friends and family.