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Jeanette Leader, MD, FACOG, is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist at Georgia Obstetrics and Gynecology in Atlanta and Alpharetta, Georgia. Along with providing general gynecology and women’s health care, she uses her experience and passion to help women during pregnancy, labor, and birth — the most exciting time of their lives.
Dr. Leader earned both her undergraduate and medical degrees at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. She then traveled to Florida to fulfill her residency at Orlando Regional Hospital.
Recognized by the Atlanta Top Doctors Magazine, Dr. Leader was named a top physician in Obstetrics and Gynecology from 2018-2021 and was also named Castle Connolly’s Exceptional Women in Medicine in 2020 and 2021.
To stay up-to-date with the latest in gynecology and obstetrics care, Dr. Leader is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Outside of work, Dr. Leader loves traveling the world (and has even been to all seven continents) with her daughter and husband and adores her rescue dog named Jet. She also enjoys reading all types of fiction, contemporary, mystery, young adult, fantasy, sci-fi and historical.
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Stephen Ayres, MD, FACOG, is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist at Georgia Obstetrics and Gynecology in Atlanta and Alpharetta, Georgia. He is committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate patient-centered care for women from adolescence through senior citizens. Many of Dr. Ayres' patients have been scheduling appointments with him for over a decade. Dr. Ayres is known for his caring nature and for putting patients at ease.
Originally from Tennessee, Dr. Ayres earned his undergraduate degree from Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, and his medical degree from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. He stayed in Georgia to also complete both his residency and additional training at Emory University.
To stay up to date with the latest treatment options and technology and provide high-quality care, Dr. Ayres is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
When he’s not at work, Dr. Ayres enjoys golfing, watching football, and spending time with his wife and two children.
Renita White, MD, FACOG, is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist at Georgia Obstetrics and Gynecology in Atlanta and Alpharetta, Georgia. Dr. White cares for women in all stages of life and treats a variety of conditions, including fibroids, menopause, and fertility.
Originally from Georgia, Dr. White earned her undergraduate degree at Duke University and medical degree at The Ohio State University. She then returned to Atlanta for her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Emory University.
Outside of work, Dr. White cohosts a podcast about pregnancy and motherhood. She also contributes to health articles to encourage patient education. In her spare time, Dr. White enjoys traveling, reading, Pilates, and trying new restaurants.
Education & Training
Duke University-Undergraduate
The Ohio State University College of Medicine
Emory University-OBGYN Residency
Distinctions & Affiliations
Fellow, American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Kalie Vinson, MD, FACOG, is an obstetrician and gynecologist at Georgia Obstetrics and Gynecology in Atlanta and Alpharetta, Georgia. Dr. Vinson sees patients ages 12 and up for in-office women’s wellness exams, contraceptive planning, prenatal care, menopausal consultations, and the diagnosis and treatment of endometriosis.
Dr. Vinson was raised in Milton, Georgia. After high school, she moved to Nashville, Tennessee, to earn her undergraduate degree at Vanderbilt University, where she majored in neuroscience. She returned to Georgia to earn her medical degree at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta and completed her OB/GYN residency training at Emory University in Atlanta. She started practicing gynecology in the same hospital where she was born, Northside Hospital in Georgia.
When she’s not at work, Dr. Vinson enjoys spending free time with her husband, Joseph, who is a psychiatrist in Atlanta, and her two kids. They love to take road trips and visit family in the North Georgia mountains.
Julia Samaddar, MD, MPH, FACOG is a board-certified physician serving patients in Atlanta, Georgia providing obstetrics and gynecology services to the Georgia community. After receiving her Bachelor of Science degree in biology and chemistry from Emory University in Atlanta, Dr. Samaddar went on to earn a Master of Public Health and Health Informatics from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta.
Dr. Samaddar completed her medical education at the Medical College of Georgia where she received a Doctor of Medicine degree. As she was drawn to surgery and Ob/Gyn care, Dr. Samaddar continued her education at the Medical College of Georgia where she completed her residency in Ob/Gyn. She's received training in high-risk obstetrics, reproductive endocrinology and infertility, gynecology oncology, and urogynecology. In addition to her medical training, Dr. Samaddar has been in several publications relating to breast cancer and antiestrogen resistance. Additionally, Dr. Samaddar is trained in minimally invasive gynecological procedures including the da Vinci® Surgical System. She continued her career at a prominent Ob/Gyn practice at Emory University Midtown Hospital where she also served as a Clinical Professor to help train the next generation of physicians. Dr. Samaddar continues to strive beyond industry standards to provide the best treatments and knowledge to her patients and is always up to date with the latest literature and advanced care methodologies. Outside of the office, Dr. Samaddar is married with two children, a dog, and spends her time with friends and family, reading, traveling, dancing, and cooking.
“I did not have an appointment with Dr Samaddar. It was cancelled due to a surgery. I’ve sought other care since I was coming for a first visit after Dr Barratt’s retirement and have changed insurers. ”
Lauren M. Little, MD, FACOG is an OB/GYN in Atlanta, Georgia. She is proud to serve patients at Atlanta Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates.
Dr. Little was born and raised near Boulder, Colorado. She completed her undergraduate education at the State University of New York at Buffalo, where she graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in anthropology and biomedical sciences.
After receiving her medical degree at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo, she completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Memorial Health University Medical Center, affiliated with Mercer University, in Savannah, Georgia. During her residency, she served as the Administrative Chief Resident for the hospital and received recognition from the Society of Maternal-Fetal Medicine for her work in obstetrics.
During her training, Dr. Little became involved in Junior Fellow leadership for the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, holding the title of Georgia Section Vice-Chair. She has been involved in lobbying for maternal health at the state and national levels. She has authored publications on topics involving enhanced recovery at the time of cesarean sections and placental pathology related to preeclampsia.
Dr. Little has a broad interest in general OB/GYN and is especially passionate about fostering long-term relationships with her patients.
She resides in Buckhead with her fiancé and English cocker spaniel puppy. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, cycling, and cheering on the Buffalo Bills.
Peter J. Barratt, MD, FACOG, is an OB/GYN serving patients in the Atlanta, Georgia, area. He joined the team at Atlanta Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates in July 2005. Dr. Barratt has been in practice in Atlanta since 1986. He earned his medical degree at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in Ohio and completed his internship and residency and obstetrics and gynecology at Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine in Dayton, Ohio.
Prior to joining the team at Atlanta Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates, he served as President of Prime Time Obstetrics and Gynecology for 16 years. Dr. Barratt has served on the boards of West Paces Medical Center, the Medical Association of Atlanta, the Trinity Early Learning Center, and the Agape Youth and Family Center. He currently serves on the Leadership Council of Piedmont Hospital, chairs the Physician Performance Evaluation Committee, and is vice-chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
He is a member of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital.
Dr. Barratt is married with one daughter. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, reading, exercising, and watching baseball.
Jacqui Fisch, MD, FACOG, is an OB/GYN serving patients in Atlanta, Georgia. She has been with the team at Atlanta Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates since 1998.
Dr. Fisch obtained her Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery from the University of Cape Town Medical School in South Africa. She then completed an internship in general and trauma surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, as well as internal medicine at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg in South Africa. Afterward, she completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, and her fellowship in pelvic imaging.
She is a member of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital. In addition to her OB/GYN career, Dr. Fisch is trained and works in non-invasive aesthetics.
Dr. Fisch an avid outdoorswoman and loves hiking, horse riding, wakeboarding, and traveling the world with her family. She founded a non-profit organization in Tanzania that promotes and supports education. She lives in Buckhead with her two children and two furry children.
OB/GYN Mimi Vanoyan, MD, FACOG, provides a wide range of women’s health services at Atlanta Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates’ two locations in Atlanta, Georgia.
Dr. Vanoyan completed her undergraduate degree in Biochemistry from the University of California, Davis. She received her medical degree from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine and completed her internship and residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, where she also served as chief resident. As chief resident, she was named outstanding resident in laparoscopic surgery.
Dr. Vanoyan joined Atlanta Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates in April 2002. She is proficient in all areas of Obstetrics and Gynecology, with a special interest in adolescent gynecology, contraception, and high-risk obstetrics. Dr. Vanoyan is certified in the placement of all types of IUDs and Nexplanon®. She has been honored multiple times by Atlanta Magazine as one of their top doctors.
Dr. Vanoyan lives in Atlanta with her spouse, two children, and her sweet Havanese. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time in New York City with her family and riding in place on her Peloton.
“I had an appointment at 11 AM. I got there around 10:45 AM to make sure I had time to fill out and handle anything that was necessary. Nothing was needed except payment for the visit. I wasn't called back until close to 11:30 AM. Other than that, the procedure went fine. The doctor explained everything before proceeding. ”
Jayasri Bukkapatnam, MD, is an OB/GYN serving patients in Atlanta, Georgia. She joined the team at Atlanta Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates in April 2015.
Dr. Bukkapatnam is a graduate of Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, where she received a Bachelor of Science in biology. After receiving her medical degree from the University of South Alabama in Mobile, she completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the Orlando Health Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women & Babies (WPHfWB). She was named Assistant Director of Medical Education OBGYN at WPHfWB in 2010, where she was responsible for staffing inpatient labor and delivery, gynecology and triage, as well as the outpatient gynecology clinic. While there, Dr. Bukkapatnam also taught and managed residents and medical students.
She is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and is a member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Dr. Bukkapatnam is a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital.
In her spare time, Dr. Bukkapatnam enjoys hiking and spending time outdoors as well as catching up on the latest cooking blogs.
Laura Dopson Almquist, MD, FACOG, is an OB/GYN in Atlanta, Georgia. She is dedicated to providing personalized, high-quality care to patients at Atlanta Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates.
Dr. Almquist grew up in Atlanta, where she attended the Westminster Schools. After graduating from Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, with a Bachelor of Science in psychology, she received her medical degree at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta. She then completed her internship and residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Greenville Health System in Greenville, South Carolina, and served as chief resident.
Dr. Almquist is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and is a member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. She is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital.
She is married with two sons and has two dogs. Outside of work, Dr. Almquist spends her time enjoying meals with family, sharing her love of baking with her children, hosting game nights with friends, and exercising outdoors.
“I've only had three visits with Dr. Almquist and before this visit I didn't feel one way or the other. After so many years with Dr. McFarling I had to embrace the change. My most recent visit has solidified my positive impressions of her. She has impeccable bedside manner and spent time getting to know a more persoanal side of me.”
Hayley Scholl, MD was previously a clinical instructor in the Obstetrics & Gynecology Department at Mount Sinai Medical Center. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Memorial Health University Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia. During her residency, Dr. Scholl was chosen by her faculty and peers to serve as Chief Resident. She also served on the Memorial Health Wellness Committee, where she helped identify and address resident concerns. Additionally, she was a Resident Lecturer within the South University Physician Assistant Program, lecturing on topics in women's health to physician assistant students, and served as the Research Lead for the Program Improvement Project for the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
In June 2021, Dr. Scholl was recognized with the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists Award for Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecology. She was recognized by the faculty for excellence in gynecology upon graduation from residency. Dr. Scholl is a member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. She earned her medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine in Louisville, Kentucky
Denise Umpierrez-Morley, MD, FACOG, is an OB/GYN who joined the team at Atlanta Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates in 2019. She is dedicated to providing women’s health care services to patients in Atlanta, Georgia.
After completing her residency at Columbia University Medical Center in New York and an advanced pelvic surgery fellowship at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, Dr. Umpierrez-Morley joined the team at Atlanta Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates.
At the practice, Dr. Umpierrez-Morley provides a full range of obstetrics and gynecology services. She has a special interest in pelvic surgery, abnormal uterine bleeding, adolescent and sexual health, and contraception management. To better accommodate the diverse communities in the Atlanta-area, Dr. Umpierrez-Morley is also fluent in Spanish.
Dr. Umpierrez-Morley currently lives in Midtown with her husband, daughter, and their pet beagle. In addition to spending time with her family, she likes exercising, yoga, traveling, photography, and cooking.
She is currently accepting new patients and welcomes them to Atlanta Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates.
Anne Beesley, MD, is an OB/GYN in Atlanta, Georgia. She joined the team at Atlanta Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates in August 2019.
Dr. Beesley was raised in Peachtree City, Georgia. After graduating magna cum laude from Mercer University Macon, Georgia, she earned her medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta. Dr. Beesley completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Greenville Health System, affiliated with the University of South Carolina, where she served as chief administrative resident.
During her residency, Dr. Beesley was inducted into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society and the Arnold P. Gold Humanism Honor Society. She also received recognition from the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine and the Society of Gynecologic Oncology, as well as the Golden Apple Teaching Award, the John V. Dacus Award for Excellence in Obstetrics, and departmental honors for her resident research.
Dr. Beesley is a member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists.
Dr. Beesley lives in Buckhead with her husband, 2 sons, and dog. She enjoys spending time outdoors and traveling.
Nathan Mordel, MD, is a board-certified gynecological surgeon at Atlanta Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery Center in Atlanta, Georgia. He specializes in advanced robotic, laparoscopic, vaginal pelvic surgery, including for fibroids, endometriosis, heavy and/or painful menstrual periods, pelvic organ prolapse, and urinary incontinence.
Dr. Mordel received his medical training at Hadassah Hebrew University in Jerusalem, Israel, graduating with a degree in Obstetrics and Gynecology. After coming to the United States, he completed a residency in Gynecology and Obstetrics and a fellowship in advanced pelvic surgery at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta.
Dr. Mordel has been practicing in Tifton, Georgia, since July of 1998. In 2002, he came back to Atlanta, started AMIGS, and joined the Piedmont Hospital staff. In August 2011 and December 2015 he added Northside Hospital Duluth and Northside Hospital Atlanta, respectively, to his practice sites. He is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and he is a clinical assistant professor of Gynecology and Obstetrics at Emory University Medical School and Medical College of Georgia. He is an active fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and a member of the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists.
Dr. Mordel has performed thousands of robotic and laparoscopic cases - over 2,500 hysterectomies and myomectomies for uteri up to 3,000 grams (7 pounds). He has performed over 500 sacrocolpopexies and over 500 excisions of endometriosis. His conversion rate is less than 0.2%. Certain complex cases require multispecialty participation - Dr.Mordel collaborates with robotically trained colorectal, urological and transplant surgeons.
Dr. Mordel is married with two sons. He is fluent in English, Hebrew, Lithuanian, and Russian. His personal interests include wildlife, geography, history, and spending time with family.
Practice
Atlanta Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery Center
Samantha Anderson, MD, is part of the experienced team of doctors at Arbor Obstetrics & Gynecology in Atlanta. Dr. Anderson strives to provide a warm and friendly environment during all visits, helping her patients through both health and illness. She has over 20 years of experience in the obstetrics and gynecology field, and deeply cares about women’s health.
Dr. Anderson graduated from the Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine. She completed her residency at the University of Florida Health Science Center - Jacksonville, specializing in obstetrics and gynecology. She is board certified and is a fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. She keeps up-to-date on the latest technology and continuously trains in new procedures.
Dr. Anderson believes the health and happiness of her clients is of utmost importance. She helps you make well-informed decisions and provides the latest in technology for treatments and procedures.
Dr. Anderson understands the needs of women and strives for excellence care. She addresses your needs with contemporary management techniques so that you leave the office confident in the care you received.
If you are looking for a confident and competent obstetric and gynecological care provider with a small, intimate practice, book online or call the Arbor Obstetrics & Gynecology office for your appointment today.
Dr Raju is the newest member of our team. Dr. Raju is a board certified Ob-Gyn who has been practicing in Georgia since 2012. She attended Mercer University, where she received her medical degree, and completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Emory University.
Until recently Dr Raju was practicing in McDonough, GA at Eagles Landing OBGYN. She is recently married and has joined Arbor Ob-Gyn to be closer to Emory where her husband works as a Neurologist. Dr Raju is dedicated to providing women with exceptional health health care.
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