Dr. McCarthy-Keith earned her medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and also a Master of Public Health in maternal and child health from the University of North Carolina. She completed her Obstetrics and Gynecology residency training at Duke University Medical Center and a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland. During her fellowship, Dr. McCarthy-Keith’s research focused on the molecular mechanisms of uterine fibroid regulation and reproductive health disparities. She has special interests in male and female infertility, polycystic ovary syndrome, uterine fibroids, and in vitro fertilization. She has authored several peer-reviewed publications on reproductive and infertility topics and has presented her research nationally. Prior to joining SGF Atlanta, Dr. McCarthy-Keith practiced general obstetrics and gynecology in Virginia and South Carolina. While in Maryland, she treated patients with reproductive endocrine and fertility disorders at the National Institutes of Health and Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Dr. McCarthy-Keith was a Lieutenant Commander in the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps and held the position of Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. Dr. McCarthy-Keith is passionate about her vegan way of life. She shares her enthusiasm for plant-based nutrition with everyone she meets and she encourages her patients to incorporate healthy diet into their fertility lifestyle. A native of North Carolina, Dr. McCarthy-Keith is the proud mother of two energetic sons. She spends her free time in Atlanta visiting the zoo, strolling the botanical gardens, and cheering on the Braves. Dr. Mccarthy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tubal Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Infertility, Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome, Premature Ovarian Failure, and Tubal Disease.

Bansari Patel is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tubal Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Infertility, Tubal Disease, Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome, and Ovarian Overproduction of Androgens. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

Steven Gay, M.D., is an award-winning physician, board certified in obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN) and board eligible in reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI). Dr. Gay graduated with honors from the University of Georgia with a focus on genetics and cellular biology. He then earned his medical degree and completed his residency training at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Next, Dr. Gay completed fellowship training at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, mentoring under several international leaders in the field of reproductive medicine. It was during this time that Dr. Gay did a portion of his fellowship training with SGF, where he admired the compassionate, evidence-based fertility care provided by his colleagues. Dr. Gay has presented his research at several national and international conferences. Most recently, the Society of Reproductive Surgeons at the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) national conference awarded him the top Prize Paper for his work studying in vitro fertilization pregnancy outcomes following operative hysteroscopy. Additional research interests include polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), preimplantation genetic testing for monogenic diseases, Asherman’s syndrome, and emerging genetic technologies. Dr. Gay is a member of ASRM, the Society of Reproductive Surgeons, the Society for Reproductive Investigation (SRI), and the Society of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Specialists (SREI). Dr. Gay strongly believes in the power of evidence-based medicine tailored to the individual treatment needs of each patient. To do this, he prioritizes listening to his patients to successfully make impactful and lasting change to meet their fertility and family-building goals. Supported by a caring and supportive staff, Dr. Gay provides in-person consultations at SGF’s Alpharetta, Georgia, location as well as convenient virtual visits for any patient. Dr. Gay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tubal Disease. His top areas of expertise are Infertility, Tubal Disease, Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome, and Asherman Syndrome.

Jessica R. Kanter, M.D., MTR, is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and in reproductive endocrinology. She earned her undergraduate degree in biomedical engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where she received her first patent for Rapid Multiwell Cell Filtration Device, a device for enhanced efficiency of automated blood-typing. She then made a career shift towards medicine, attending Emory University School of Medicine for her medical degree. Dr. Kanter remained in Georgia to pursue her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University Health. It was during this time that Dr. Kanter traveled to remote regions of Peru to perform high-volume cervical cancer screening. Dr. Kanter then completed her fellowship in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. During this time, she also earned a Masters in Translational Research with a research focus on the uterine immune environment and placentation. An ardent researcher, Dr. Kanter has contributed to medical publications focusing on subjects such as monozygotic twinning in IVF, cell biology and roles in early pregnancy establishment and outcomes, and the uterine immune environment in addition to writing book chapters detailing infertility and ectopic pregnancies. She has also traveled across the country presenting topics including in vitro fertilization with preimplantation genetic testing, enhanced embryo implantation, and age-based counseling for fertility treatment. Dr. Kanter is a member of professional organizations such as the American Society for Reproductive Medicine and the Society of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. Dr. Kanter currently sees patients at SGF’s Marietta and Atlanta – Northside offices. In her free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors, diving into a new book, or experiencing new cultures and the wonders of the world through traveling. Dr. Kanter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tubal Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Infertility, Tubal Disease, Premature Ovarian Failure, and Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome.

Valerie Libby, M.D., M.P.H., FACOG, earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. She graduated from the University of Texas at Austin Honors Program studying Psychology and Spanish. She then earned a Masters in Global Public Health from George Washington University where she served as a fellow in Kenya for the Global Health Service. After finishing her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Parkland Hospital, University of Texas at Southwestern Medical Center, she completed a 3-year fellowship in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center/Case Western Reserve University. Dr. Libby is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and reproductive endocrinology and infertility. She has expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of infertility, including polycystic ovary syndrome, male factor infertility, and ovarian aging. She is also accomplished in the areas of fertility preservation and elective egg freezing. Dr. Libby has received several honors, including the Award for Excellence in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, University of Texas at Southwestern Medical Center; a Distinction in Medical Education from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio; and was acknowledged as an American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) 2018 Prize Paper Candidate. She has presented her research on in vitro fertilization (IVF) outcomes in fertile, sterilized patients at several national meetings. An advocate in the reproductive endocrinology field, Dr. Libby has held a variety of leadership roles with the American Medical Student Association, American Medical Women’s Association, and the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Dr. Libby’s roots are in Atlanta, Georgia, where she graduated from Woodward Academy. She enjoys tennis, biking, cooking, and dancing. She speaks Spanish fluently and loves traveling. Sharing in her passion for reproductive medicine, her father and two brothers are urologists. After completing four egg freezing cycles herself, she is very passionate about egg freezing and reproductive planning. Dr. Libby joined Shady Grove Fertility in September 2020, and sees patients at SGF’s Atlanta – Northside, Buckhead and Marietta locations. Dr. Libby is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tubal Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Infertility, Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome, Premature Ovarian Failure, and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.

Pavna K. Brahma, M.D., FACOG, is a board certified reproductive endocrinologist with extensive experience in treating all medical and surgical aspects of infertility. She serves as SGF Atlanta’s IVF Director. Dr. Brahma earned her medical degree and completed her residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Michigan. Dr. Brahma completed her fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at Emory University. Dr. Brahma has practiced in Atlanta for over 10 years and has extensive experience in assisted reproductive technologies. Her clinical interests include optimizing outcomes in patients with diminished ovarian reserve, advances in vitro fertilization, recurrent pregnancy loss, fertility preservation, and polycystic ovary syndrome. Dr. Brahma has produced several publications and research presentations in the fields of endocrinology, infertility, and reproductive immunology. She is a fellow of the American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology and a member of numerous medical organizations. She and her husband have two children, and she enjoys yoga and flower arranging in her free time. Dr. Brahma joined Shady Grove Fertility in September 2019, and sees patients at SGF’s Buckhead – Piedmont and Atlanta – Northside locations. Dr. Brahma is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tubal Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Infertility, Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome, Premature Ovarian Failure, and Tubal Disease.

A native of Atlanta, Dr. Namnoum attended The Westminster Schools and received her undergraduate degree from Williams College. She earned her medical degree at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, and completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology and fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at Johns Hopkins as well. She directed the IVF program at Johns Hopkins before returning to Atlanta, where she practiced at Emory and Atlanta Center for Reproductive Medicine. Dr. Namnoum has published research involving genetic aspects of reproductive dysfunction, endometriosis, and other hormonal abnormalities. She has also written articles and textbook chapters on topics such as obesity and ectopic pregnancies, and has given lectures and workshops involving stress and infertility. Her practice interests include infertility and in vitro fertilization. She has also pursued her strong interest in Integrative Medicine, which combines the best of conventional medicine with complementary approaches and a “whole person” focus, including attention to nutrition, lifestyle, and stress management. Dr. Namnoum is passionate about the lifestyle aspects of health and wellbeing and loves sharing medical and scientific research that can help women take a more active role in their health care and self care. She believes that education, advocacy, and encouragement are important parts of the physician-patient relationship. Dr. Namnoum’s hobbies include hiking, reading, and spending time with her family. Dr. Brawner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tubal Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Infertility, Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome, Asherman Syndrome, and Tubal Disease.

Quinton Katler, M.D., M.Sc., FACOG, is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN) and board eligible in reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI). Dr. Katler earned his medical degree from the American Medical Program at Tel Aviv University in Tel Aviv, Israel. He then completed his residency in OB/GYN at The George Washington University in Washington, D.C. From there, Dr. Katler trained in REI at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. During this time, he was recognized for his excellence in both clinical and laboratory research. Dr. Katler is proud to serve as an advocate for those facing infertility. He has conducted advocacy efforts on a local level by improving access to care for Jewish couples in Atlanta, as well as on a national level through research efforts for gender/sexual and racial/ethnic minorities. Additionally, Dr. Katler is an advisory board member for the Atlanta Jewish Fertility Foundation (JFF) and Gift of Surrogacy Foundation, as well as an active member of the American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) LGBTQ Special Interest Group. As an avid researcher, Dr. Katler has contributed to numerous publications, presentations, and committees exploring such topics as LGBTQIA+ family-building, recurrent pregnancy loss, egg freezing, and infertility care for marginalized communities, among others. He is a member of several professional organizations, including ASRM, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), and Society of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (SREI). Dr. Katler provides patient care at SGF’s Atlanta – Northside location. In his spare time, Dr. Katler enjoys going on hikes and local adventures with his husband and two dogs. Dr. Katler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tubal Disease. His top areas of expertise are Infertility, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Asherman Syndrome, Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome, and Salpingo-Oophorectomy.

Samuel Brown is a Reproductive Medicine specialist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Albany, Georgia. Dr. Brown is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tubal Disease. His top areas of expertise are Infertility, Painful Menstrual Periods, Tubal Disease, and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. Dr. Brown is currently accepting new patients.

Heather Hoff is a Reproductive Medicine provider in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Hoff has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tubal Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Infertility, Endometriosis, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and Tubal Disease.

James Toner is a Reproductive Medicine provider in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Toner has been practicing medicine for over 41 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tubal Disease. His top areas of expertise are Infertility and Tubal Disease.

Shobha Rao is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Mcdonough, Georgia. Dr. Rao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tubal Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, Menorrhagia, Ovarian Cysts, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Rao is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Fru earned her medical degree and Ph.D. in Physiology from the Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA. She completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Greenville Hospital System University Medical Center, Greenville, SC. She then pursued her fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the National Institutes of Health, where she was part of the Program in Reproductive and Adult Endocrinology. She received her undergraduate degree in Biology from Wesleyan College, Macon, GA, and holds board certifications in both General OB/GYN and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. Dr. Fru has over nine years of experience in reproductive medicine. Prior to founding Muna Fertility in Atlanta, she served as Medical Director at Oma Fertility, Atlanta, and was an employed REI physician at Piedmont Reproductive Endocrinology Group, Columbia, SC. Earlier in her career, she established the first IVF program in Wilmington, NC, while serving as Director of REI at NHRMC. In founding Muna, she has created a safe space for marginalized populations to explore reproductive issues including endometriosis, fibroids, egg freezing and sperm freezing, recurrent pregnancy loss, diminished ovarian reserve and third-party reproduction (donors and surrogates). Outside of the office she is an avid gardener, wife and mother, activist for reproductive justice and a consummate educator and mentor. Dr. Fru has been published extensively, presented at national conferences, and has received numerous awards, including the Golden Apple Teaching Award and the Best New Investigator Award from the Society for Reproductive Investigation. She is a respected speaker and contributor in the field of reproductive medicine. Seedrkarennefru.comfor more details. Dr. Fru is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tubal Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Infertility, Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome, and Tubal Disease.

Jennifer Kawwass is a Reproductive Medicine provider in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Kawwass has been practicing medicine for over 19 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tubal Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Infertility, Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome, Mosaicism, Amenorrhea, and Abdominal Wall Surgery.

Sherley C. Samuels, MD is an expert in normal and high-risk obstetrics. Her other areas of interest are minimally invasive surgery, treatment of fibroids, and infertility.In addition to providing obstetrical and gynecological services at Piedmont Newton Hospital, she performs da Vinci Robotic surgery at both Piedmont Newton Hospital and Piedmont Walton Hospital.She is also an adjunct faculty member of Obstetrics and Gynecology for Augusta University/University of Georgia Medical Partnership, teaching future physicians. Dr. Samuels is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tubal Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, Menorrhagia, Neuralgia, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Kendall Handy, M.D., is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and has been practicing for over 30 years. He currently serves at the Chief of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Piedmont Columbus Regional's Midtown Campus. He graduated from the University of Alabama At Birmingham in 1985 and completed his internship and residency at Sinai Hospital in Baltimore, MD. Dr. Handy has a special interest in the total well-being of the patient. His concern is for the patient's spiritual as well as mental well-being since both will impact a patient's physical health.Dr. Handy is married to Janet and has four grown children and two grandchildren. Dr. Handy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tubal Disease. His top areas of expertise are Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, Uterine Fibroids, Angiomyoma, Cervical Polyps, and Hysterectomy.

Dr. Tarracciano specializes in obstetrics and gynecology and has served the Walton County community for four years. She specializes in all aspects of women's health with a special focus in uterine fibroids, abnormal uterine bleeding and high risk pregnancies. Additionally, she is trained in minimally invasive surgical procedures for gynecologic needs.In her spare time, Dr. Tarracciano enjoys spending time with her husband and two small children. Dr. Tarracciano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tubal Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, Menopause, Endometrial Polyps, Female Genital Sores, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Yan Yu Chen, DO, earned her medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine - Georgia Campus and completed her residency at NYCHHC Coney Island Hospital in Brooklyn NY. She received her undergraduate degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Bellarmine University.Dr. Chen has been practicing medicine for four years. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Chen was Chief Resident of OBGYN service at Coney Island Hospital during the COVID 19 pandemic.Dr. Chen specializes in general obstetrics and gynecology.Dr. Chen has a variety of interests including high risk pregnancies, minimally invasive surgery, treating abnormal uterine bleeding, and providing services related to pelvic infections and contraceptive planning.In her spare time, Dr. Chen enjoys spending time with her family, trying new cuisines, and long distance running.Dr. Chen is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tubal Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Vulvovaginitis, Angiomyoma, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Christina Smith is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Decatur, Georgia. Dr. Smith has been practicing medicine for over 14 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tubal Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Vitiligo, Female Genital Sores, Intestinal Leiomyoma, and Solitary Fibrous Tumor.

Rachel Gorwitz is a Pediatrics provider in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Gorwitz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tubal Disease. Her top area of expertise is Tubal Disease.