Dr. Staples sees patients Monday thru Friday in Building D, Level 4. Dr. Jeanine Staples is a fellowship-trained gynecologic oncologist with the Sibley Center for Gynecologic Oncology and Advanced Pelvic Surgery. She is trained in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgical techniques. She has a special interest in the surgical management of gynecologic malignancies and preinvasive diseases of the vulva, vagina and cervix in addition to complex benign gynecologic diseases. She holds a masters degree in public health and her areas of research interest include screening and prevention of gynecologic malignancies as well as disparities in outcomes of women with gynecologic cancers. Dr. Staples is passionate about reducing disparities in gynecologic cancers through community engagement and education. Dr. Staples has given national presentations and lectures on these topics and is published in the field. She is also passionate about HPV vaccination and serves as a member of the Cancer Action Coalition of Virginia's HPV Taskforce Committee. Videos The Importance of Good Gynecologic Health Selected Publications Staples JN, Duska L. Cancer Screening and Prevention Highlights in Gynecologic Cancer. Obstet Gynecol Clin North Am 2019 Mar;46(1):19-36. PMID: 30683264 Staples JN, Lester J, Li A, Walsh C, Cass I, Karlan BY, Bresee C, Rimel BJ. Language as a barrier to cancer clinical trial accrual: assessing consenting team knowledge and practices for cancer clinical trial consent among low English fluency patients. Applied Cancer Research 2018; 38:14 Staples JN, Peres LC, Camacho TF, Alberg AJ, Bandera EV, Barnoltz-Sloan J, Bondy ML, Crote ML, Funkhouser E, Moorman PG, Peters ES, Schwartz AG, Terry PD, Schildkraut JM. Cardiovascular co-morbidities and risk of ovarian carcinoma among African-American women in the African American Cancer Epidemiology Study (AACES). Gynecologic Oncology 2020 Jul; 158: 123-129. PMID: 32362566 Staples JN, Wong MS, Rimel BJ. An Educational Intervention to Improve HPV and Cervical Cancer Knowledge Among African American College Students. Gynecologic Oncology 2018; 149(1):101-105. PMID: 29605043 Patel S, Staples JN, Garcia C, Chatfield L, Ferriss JS, Duska LR. Are minority women less likely to participate in clinical trials? Gynecologic Oncology 2020 May; 157(2):323-328. PMID: 32253046 Lectures & Presentations Racial disparities in surgical outcomes of patients undergoing debulking surgery for ovarian cancer, Oral Presentation, Grand Rounds, University of Virginia Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Charlottesville, VA, 6/3/20. Dr. Staples is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Solitary Fibrous Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, Ovarian Cysts, Endometrial Cancer, Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, and Hysterectomy.

Dr. Lynne J. Lightfoote is an obstetrician and gynecologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital. She practices out of Foxhall OB/GYN Associates, located in Sibley Memorial Hospital’s Building A in Washington, D.C. Dr. Lightfoote has expertise in high risk obstetrical care, as well as the treatment of menstrual disorders, fibroids, endometriosis and pelvic pain. Dr. Lightfoote earned her undergraduate degree from Wellesley College and her medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine. She completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Albert Einstein Medical Center, where she received awards for her professional and clinical excellence in ambulatory women’s health care. Dr. Lightfoote is a fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Recent News Articles and Media Coverage More Women Waiting Longer to Have Children, NBC 4 Washington (07/18/2017). Dr. Lightfoote is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Solitary Fibrous Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, Amenorrhea, Solitary Fibrous Tumor, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Dr. Bandhana K. Bajaj is an obstetrician and gynecologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital. She practices out of Capital Women's Care in Washington, D.C. Dr. Bajaj earned her undergraduate degree from Washington University in 1996 and her medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the George Washington University Hospital. Dr. Bajaj is a member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Dr. Bajaj is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Solitary Fibrous Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, Amenorrhea, Cervical Dysplasia, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Dr. Nichole A. Pardo is an obstetrician and gynecologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital. She practices out of Foxhall Ob/Gyn Associates, located in Sibley Memorial Hospital’s Building A in Washington, D.C. Dr. Pardo has an expertise in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery in addition to general obstetrics, gynecology and women's health. Dr. Pardo earned a Master of Arts in Medical Sciences degree and medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine. She completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center, where she earned a health professions scholarship from the United States Army. Dr. Pardo went on to serve in the United States Army for nine years, during which time she was deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Upon returning to Washington, D.C., Dr. Pardo worked as an attending obstetrician and gynecologist at the National Naval Medical Center and Walter Reed Army Medical Center, where she served as the chief of gynecology and was engaged in the residency-training program. Dr. Pardo is a diplomate of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and a fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Dr. Pardo has been named a Top M.D. by Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine. Dr. Pardo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Solitary Fibrous Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Menopause, Vulvodynia, Cervical Polyps, Female Genital Sores, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Dr. Tara S. Abraham is an obstetrician and gynecologist. Dr. Abraham has clinical interests in high-risk obstetrics, minimally invasive surgery and preventive health care for women. Dr. Abraham earned her undergraduate degree from The University of Chicago and her medical degree from Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine. She completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Baystate Medical Center of Tufts University, where she served as a clinical instructor for the School of Medicine from 2011 to 2015. Dr. Abraham also studied epidemiology of infectious diseases at Yale University, where she earned her Masters of Public Health degree. Dr. Abraham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Solitary Fibrous Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, Amenorrhea, Endometrial Polyps, Menopause, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Dipti Kumar is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Kumar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Solitary Fibrous Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Endometrial Polyps, Intestinal Leiomyoma, Carney Complex, Solitary Fibrous Tumor, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Dr. Constance J. Bohon is a gynecologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital. She practices out of Capital Women’s Care in Washington, D.C. Dr. Bohon earned her medical degree from the George Washington University School of Medicine, where she went on to complete a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the George Washington University Hospital. Dr. Bohon is a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Bohon has been named a Top Doctor by Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine. Dr. Bohon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Solitary Fibrous Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Vitiligo, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Dr. Kenneth A. Blank is an obstetrician and gynecologist of Sibley Memorial Hospital. He practices out of Capital Women's Care in Washington, D.C. Dr. Blank also serves as the medical director of the Teen Connection of Takoma, a clinic for underserved teens in the Greater Washington area. Dr. Blank has clinical interests in preventative health care, patient education menopause management, female sexual function and adolescent gynecology. Dr. Blank earned his undergraduate degree from Georgetown University and his medical degree from the University of Maryland. He completed a residency at Georgetown University School of Medicine, where he served as the chief administrative resident. Dr. Blank is a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. He has been named a Top MD by Washingtonian Magazine and Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine. Dr. Blank is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Solitary Fibrous Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, Amenorrhea, Zoon Vulvitis, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Ying Liu is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Liu has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Solitary Fibrous Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, Carney Complex, Solitary Fibrous Tumor, and Hysterectomy.

Lori Picco is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Picco is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Solitary Fibrous Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Amenorrhea, Human Papillomavirus Infection, Carney Complex, Solitary Fibrous Tumor, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Tatiana Sanses is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Sanses is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Solitary Fibrous Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Vulvovaginitis, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, and Oophorectomy.

Marie Draoui is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Draoui is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Solitary Fibrous Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Solitary Fibrous Tumor, Carney Complex, Intestinal Leiomyoma, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Salpingo-Oophorectomy.

Meghana Rao is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Rao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Solitary Fibrous Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, Cervical Dysplasia, Human Papillomavirus Infection, Intrauterine Device Insertion, and Hysterectomy. Dr. Rao is currently accepting new patients.

Nahid Mazarei is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Mazarei is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Solitary Fibrous Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Carney Complex, Solitary Fibrous Tumor, Intestinal Leiomyoma, and Angiomyoma. Dr. Mazarei is currently accepting new patients.

Kathleen Soltis is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Soltis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Solitary Fibrous Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Bowenoid Papulosis, Cervical Dysplasia, Gestational Diabetes, Intrauterine Device Insertion, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

Jensara Clay is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Clay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Solitary Fibrous Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, Carney Complex, Solitary Fibrous Tumor, and Intestinal Leiomyoma.

Julian Safran is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Safran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Solitary Fibrous Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Amenorrhea, Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, Vaginal Cysts, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Safran is currently accepting new patients.

Thomas Ein is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Ein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Solitary Fibrous Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Fetal Enterovirus Syndrome, Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, Amenorrhea, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Ein is currently accepting new patients.

Anita Jones is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Solitary Fibrous Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Trichomoniasis, Human Papillomavirus Infection, Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, Vulvovaginitis, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Tamika Auguste is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Auguste is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Solitary Fibrous Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Carney Complex, Solitary Fibrous Tumor, Intestinal Leiomyoma, and Angiomyoma. Dr. Auguste is currently accepting new patients.