Overview
Versha Pleasant, MD, MPH, is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Michigan. She is also the Director of the Cancer Genetics and Breast Health Clinic at Von Voigtlander Women’s Hospital. She completed a Master of Public Health at Yale University and medical school training at Georgetown University School of Medicine. She then completed residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology, followed by a fellowship training in Cancer Genetics & Breast Health at the University of Michigan.Currently, Dr. Pleasant runs the Cancer Genetics & Breast Health Clinic, which cares for hundreds of patients with BRCA and other genetic mutations that increase the risk of breast and ovarian cancer. She also provides specialized gynecologic care for breast cancer survivors. She offers both medical care and surgical intervention for these patients, as well as the most cutting-edge and up-to-date information in the rapidly evolving field of cancer genetics.Dr. Pleasant is deeply interested in health disparities, particularly in breast cancer and genetic testing barriers facing Black women. She is currently co-investigator of a T32 NIH grant examining ways to increase education of genetic counseling and testing among African American women. She has previously served on the AAMC’s Group on Diversity and Inclusion, working on ways to decrease health disparities in medicine on a national level. She is also interested in novel ways to increase knowledge of healthcare providers in regards to genetic mutations that increase patients’ risk of breast and ovarian cancer. She has won multiple teaching awards during her training, namely the Golden Beeper Award, the Bronze Beeper Award, the Outstanding Educator Award, and the Token of Appreciation from Medical Students Award. She is also a member of the Gold Humanism Honor Society.Of note, prior to her career in medicine, Dr. Pleasant previously worked for several years as a Program Manager for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Sub-Saharan Africa (particularly Rwanda and Cote d’Ivoire). She is fluent in French.
Dr. Pleasant is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Li-Fraumeni Syndrome, BRCA Positive Breast Cancer, HER2 Negative Breast Cancer, DICER1 Syndrome, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 21 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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1540 E Hospital Dr, Floor 9, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
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Dr. Pleasant has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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U Of M Obstetrics & Gynecology
Dr. Haefner is the Harold A. Furlong Professor in Women's Health and the Chief of the Division of Gynecology at the University of Michigan. She completed medical school, an obstetrics and gynecology residency, and a gynecologic pathology fellowship at the University of Michigan. Dr. Haefner is the past president of the International Society for the Study of Vulvovaginal Disease and the American Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology. She has been recognized for her teaching as well as her clinical care of patients. Dr. Haefner is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Vulvodynia, Lichen Sclerosus, Lichen Planus, Vulvar Cancer, and Vulvectomy.
Von Voigtlander Women's Hospital
Dee Fenner, MD, is the Chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Bates Professor of Diseases of Women and Children at the University of Michigan. She holds a joint appointment as Professor of Urology. As a Missouri native, she attended undergraduate and medical school at the University of Missouri – Columbia. She completed a residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Michigan followed by a fellowship in Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery and Urogynecology at the Mayo Clinic-Scottsdale.In 2001, Dr. Fenner returned to the University of Michigan where she continues her work in female pelvic floor dysfunction and medical education. She is nationally recognized as an expert in defecation disorders, surgical education, and reconstructive surgery.She is the past President of the Association of Professors of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the American Urogynecologic Society. As Director of the Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery Board for the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the American Board of Urology, she was instrumental in obtaining official recognition of the Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery from the American Board of Medical Subspecialties.Dr. Fenner has received numerous awards for her contributions as a physician surgeon, educator, and leader. Most notably, in 2011 she was awarded the “Continence Champion” by the National Association for Continence, and in 2014 she was given the Sarah Goddard Award by the University of Michigan for leadership in the advancement of women. In 2015 she was recognized with the Life Time Achievement Award by the American Urogynecologic Society and in 2017 she received the prestigious Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics Lifetime Achievement Award. Most recently, Dr. Fenner was recognized for her leadership in the advancement of women in academic medicine with the 2019 Rudi Ansbacher Leadership Award for Support of Women in Healthcare. Dr. Fenner is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Bowel Incontinence, Uterine Prolapse, Rectocele, Urinary Incontinence, and Hysterectomy.
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R Reynolds is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Reynolds is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma, Endometrial Cancer, Hysterectomy, and Hernia Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Versha A. Pleasant
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Versha A. Pleasant?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Versha A. Pleasant by calling their office at 734-763-6295. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Versha A. Pleasant a top-rated expert for Li-Fraumeni Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Versha A. Pleasant is classified as an Advanced expert for Li-Fraumeni Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Versha A. Pleasant specialize in?
While Dr. Versha A. Pleasant is a Obstetrics and Gynecology, they have specific expertise in Li-Fraumeni Syndrome, BRCA Positive Breast Cancer, and HER2 Negative Breast Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Does Dr. Versha A. Pleasant participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Versha A. Pleasant has published 21 articles and abstracts on conditions like Li-Fraumeni Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Versha A. Pleasant's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Versha A. Pleasant accept my insurance?
Dr. Versha A. Pleasant accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 734-763-6295 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- BRCA Positive Breast CancerDr. Pleasant isAdvanced. Learn about BRCA Positive Breast Cancer.
- DICER1 SyndromeDr. Pleasant isAdvanced. Learn about DICER1 Syndrome.
- HER2 Negative Breast CancerDr. Pleasant isAdvanced. Learn about HER2 Negative Breast Cancer.
- Li-Fraumeni SyndromeDr. Pleasant isAdvanced. Learn about Li-Fraumeni Syndrome.
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- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Pleasant isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Breast InfectionDr. Pleasant isExperienced. Learn about Breast Infection.
- Cervical PolypsDr. Pleasant isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Polyps.
- Ectopic PregnancyDr. Pleasant isExperienced. Learn about Ectopic Pregnancy.
- Endometrial CancerDr. Pleasant isExperienced. Learn about Endometrial Cancer.
- Endometrial PolypsDr. Pleasant isExperienced. Learn about Endometrial Polyps.