Lauren Roth, M.D., is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and reproductive endocrinology and infertility. She has published research on a range of fertility topics including polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and the impact of weight on reproductive hormones. Dr. Roth sees patients in SGF’s Frederick, Rockville, and Silver Spring, Maryland offices. Lauren Roth, M.D. completed her undergraduate degree in Women’s Studies at the University of Maryland, College Park, where she graduated magna cum laude and inducted into Phi Beta Kappa. She earned her Medical Degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore. She continued on to the University of Colorado, Denver where she completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology and a 3 years fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. She then served as an Assistant Professor at University of Colorado for 2 years before moving back to Maryland. Dr. Roth is board certified in both Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. During her residency, Dr. Roth received several teaching awards and served as chief resident. During her fellowship and time as faculty at University of Colorado, she presented research at multiple national meetings and received three national research awards. She has published research on a range of fertility topics including polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and the impact of weight on reproductive hormones. Dr. Roth joined the practice in 2015. Dr. Roth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uterine Fibroids. Her top areas of expertise are Infertility, Asherman Syndrome, Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome, and Tubal Disease.

Arshad Sheikh is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Sheikh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uterine Fibroids. His top areas of expertise are Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, Vaginal Cysts, Oophorectomy, and Salpingo-Oophorectomy. Dr. Sheikh is currently accepting new patients.

Kathryn C. Humm, M.D., is a reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist who is passionate about working with patients to overcome infertility. Dr. Humm completed her undergraduate degree at Yale University and then earned her medical degree from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. She completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts where she was elected Administrative Chief Resident. During that time, she was awarded several teaching awards including the Chief Resident Prize for Excellence in Teaching. Dr. Humm then continued her training at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Boston IVF to complete her fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. After fellowship, Dr. Humm spent seven years treating infertility patients and teaching Obstetrics and Gynecology residents at George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, DC. Dr. Humm is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), and the Society for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. She has published abstracts and papers on topics including preimplantation genetic testing, in-vitro fertilization (IVF) outcomes, and the influence of race and ethnicity on IVF outcomes. Washingtonian magazine has regularly recognized Dr. Humm as a Top Doctor in infertility. Originally from Bethesda, Maryland, Dr. Humm lives with her family approximately one mile from her childhood home. In her free time, Dr. Humm enjoys many outdoor activities as well as playing piano and painting. Dr. Humm is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uterine Fibroids. Her top areas of expertise are Infertility, Asherman Syndrome, Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome, and Premature Ovarian Failure.

Dr. Levav is Board Certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology. After completing her education at Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, PA, Dr. Levav pursued her residency in Ob-Gyn at the Medical Center of Delaware. Notably, she was recognized as the best Resident Instructor during her time there. Dr. Levav’s contributions to the medical field are evident through her published research in the American Journal of Gerontology and the American Journal of Perinatology – where she has showcased her expertise, presenting research on the management of cervical dysplasia and abnormal Paps.Prior to joining Women’s Health Specialists in Maryland, Dr. Levav practiced in New York for 6 years. Her diverse background, which includes counseling and mentoring teenagers, has fostered a special interest in addressing the unique health concerns of young women. Furthermore, her extensive experience as a health and fitness instructor, coupled with her research in diabetes and nutrition, significantly informs her compassionate approach to caring for women’s health issues. She has a particular focus on contraception, abnormal Paps, abnormal bleeding, and menopausal issues.With her wealth of experience and warm demeanor, Dr. Levav is truly an invaluable asset to Women’s Health Specialists. She consistently upholds a genuine commitment to providing expert care that precisely meets the individual needs of her patients. Dr. Levav is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uterine Fibroids. Her top areas of expertise are Human Papillomavirus Infection, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Vulvovaginitis, Female Genital Sores, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Dr. Zarina Hussain, MD is a top-rated, board-certified gynecologist with more than 17 years of experience in diagnosing and treating women of all ages. At Advantia’s new, state-of-the-art facilities, Dr. Hussain provides comprehensive, leading-edge gynecological care for women from pre-conception nutritional counseling to managing menopause symptoms and performing hysterectomies.Praised by patients for her empathy, knowledge and willingness to listen, Dr. Hussain has extensive expertise in all aspects of women’s healthcare. The vast number of services she provides include: well-woman exams, adolescent gynecology exams, birth control consultation and services – including IUD placement and removal — postpartum care, cancer screening, treatment of endometriosis, STD testing and treatment, and osteoporosis screening and treatment. She is also skilled and immensely respected in providing several minimally-invasive procedures, which can conveniently be performed at Advantia’s onsite surgical center. These procedures include: colposcopy, laparoscopic surgery, and hysteroscopy.Dr. Hussain earned her medical degree at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston and completed her residency at the prestigious Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University and University Medical Center in St. Louis, Missouri. She served as Chief Resident during her final year.Additionally, Dr. Hussain is a Diplomat of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Hussain is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uterine Fibroids. Her top areas of expertise are Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Hyperemesis Gravidarum, Vulvovaginitis, Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Carolyn Morales is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Morales is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uterine Fibroids. Her top areas of expertise are Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Vulvovaginitis, Angiomyoma, and Uterine Fibroids. Dr. Morales is currently accepting new patients.

Juliette Prust is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Prust is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uterine Fibroids. Her top areas of expertise are Nabothian Cyst, Ovarian Cysts, Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, Angiomyoma, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Prust is currently accepting new patients.

Bradford Kleinman is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Kleinman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uterine Fibroids. His top areas of expertise are Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Vulvovaginitis, Angiomyoma, and Uterine Fibroids. Dr. Kleinman is currently accepting new patients.

Sweta Patel is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uterine Fibroids. Her top areas of expertise are Ovarian Cysts, Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Davis delivers babies exclusively at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center. Dr. Davis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uterine Fibroids. His top areas of expertise are Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Vulvovaginitis, Menopause, Zoon Vulvitis, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Dr. Dana Baras graduated magna cum laude from James Madison University with a degree in business administration, then earned a Masters of Public Health degree in epidemiology from Emory University in Atlanta, GA. While at Emory, she interned with the CDC in the Division of STD Prevention. Dr. Baras completed her medical degree at the University of Virginia and her OB/GYN residency at Virginia Commonwealth University. Dr. Baras delivers babies exclusively at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center. She is comfortable with high-risk pregnancies and is a proponent of vaginal birth after C-section in the appropriate patients. Her interests include general and high-risk obstetrics as well as preconception counseling, adolescent health, contraception, and abnormal uterine bleeding. Her surgical interests include office hysteroscopy and LEEP, outpatient operative hysteroscopy, including endometrial ablation, and hysteroscopic resection of uterine fibroids and polyps. Dr. Baras grew up in Virginia Beach, where she developed a love of the ocean. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and traveling. Dr. Baras is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uterine Fibroids. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, Cervical Polyps, Angiomyoma, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Albert Steren is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist and a Surgical Oncologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Steren is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uterine Fibroids. His top areas of expertise are Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma, Endometrial Cancer, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Hysterectomy, and Vaginectomy. Dr. Steren is currently accepting new patients.

Svena Julien is a Neonatologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Julien is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uterine Fibroids. Her top areas of expertise are Placental Insufficiency, Methimazole Antenatal Exposure, Gestational Diabetes, and Premature Infant.

Carolynn Young is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Young is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uterine Fibroids. Her top areas of expertise are Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, BRCA Positive Breast Cancer, Intrauterine Device Insertion, and Hysterectomy. Dr. Young is currently accepting new patients.

James Barter is a Gynecologic Oncologist and an Oncologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Barter is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uterine Fibroids. His top areas of expertise are Ovarian Cysts, Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, Endometrial Cancer, Hysterectomy, and Oophorectomy. Dr. Barter is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Diane Snyder is a Board Certified Ob/Gyn with a Focused Practice in Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology.During medical school, she was debating between pediatrics and Ob/Gyn and for a variety of reasons chose Ob/Gyn. During her residency training, she was introduced to the sub-specialty of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology (PAG) by one of her attending physicians and knew it was an area she wanted to pursue. During her last year of residency, she did an elective rotation at Boston Children’s Hospital which really introduced her to the field. She ended up not doing a fellowship and started to slowly incorporate younger patients into her practice.Once Dr. Snyder stopped practicing Obstetrics in 2002, she was able to focus more on this age group. She started giving lectures to pediatric groups as well as in middle and high schools.Joining the North American Society of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology (NASPAG) has been most helpful with monthly journals, international listserve, and annual National conferences. This is a group of many specialties that focuses on delivering medical care to pediatric and adolescent females.PAG covers many medical and gynecologic conditions and some diagnoses that can be devastating to a young patient (Premature ovarian insufficiency or Mullerian anomalies), and Dr. Snyder finds it extremely gratifying to be a part of the care journey for these patients.Helping young women manage their contraceptive choices, feel positive about their sexuality, and improve their menstrual disorders are but a few of the things she loves about pediatric and adolescent gynecology. Dr. Snyder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uterine Fibroids. Her top areas of expertise are Gonorrhea, Painful Menstrual Periods, Vaginismus, Vaginal Cysts, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Dr. Kapner believes in providing holistic, nonjudgmental, and patient-centered care. She is committed to providing the safest environment possible and always listening to her patients with an open heart and mind. She aspires to create healing and meaningful relationships with her patients, and be an integral, long-term resource in their lives. She is also dedicated to mind-body medicine and incorporating complementary therapies into her practice when appropriate, for example acupuncture, yoga, and massage. She strives to provide the least invasive options possible in both her gynecology and obstetrics practices. Dr. Kapner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uterine Fibroids. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, Ovarian Cysts, Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Kristen Ely is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Ely is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uterine Fibroids. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Female Genital Sores, Vaginal Cysts, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Ely is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Shrutika Vasudeva is a Board-certified Obstetrician-Gynecologist dedicated to providing compassionate and individualized care to her patients. She grew up in Toronto, Canada and earned her medical degree at St. George’s University School of Medicine before beginning her residency at St. John Hospital and Medical Center in Detroit, Michigan. After residency, Dr. Vasudeva moved to Buffalo, NY and joined the team at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center York as a Staff Physician. While in Buffalo, she continued to refine her practice of delivering skilled medical care to women across the lifespan with utilization of modern research and evidence-based medicine and surgery. She has a deep seated passion for women’s health with a focus on minimally invasive gynecology including advanced robotic procedures and vaginal surgeries, as well as adolescent gynecology, reproductive endocrinology, and high-risk pregnancies.In her spare time, Dr. Vasudeva is an avid world traveler and is constantly planning her next adventure while on her current one. She enjoys staying active through hiking, rowing and attending fitness classes. As a lifelong Canadian, she is a passionate Toronto sports fan and can usually be found cheering on her beloved Canadian sports teams. Dr. Vasudeva is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uterine Fibroids. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, Mittelschmerz, Painful Menstrual Periods, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Born and raised in West Virginia, Dr. Khokar was looking for a change of pace and is excited to join OB/GYN associates. She completed her training at Marshall University. In her spare time , she enjoys travelling, gardening and spending time with friends and family. Dr. Khokar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Uterine Fibroids. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, Female Genital Sores, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.