Dr. Elizabeth Cristofalo is an assistant professor of pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her area of clinical expertise is neonatology. After receiving her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Dr. Cristofalo completed her residency in pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She also performed her fellowship in pediatrics at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Cristofalo is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothermia, Asphyxia Neonatorum, and Premature Infant.

Jeanne Sheffield is an Infectious Disease specialist and a Neonatologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Sheffield is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Congenital Syphilis, Placenta Previa, Zika Virus Disease, Microcephaly, and Hysterectomy.

Dr. Danielle Patterson has extensive training in urogynecology and reconstructive surgery. Her expertise includes diagnosing and treating pelvic floor disorders, stress and urinary incontinence and uterine prolapse. Dr. Patterson’s research interests mirror her clinical practice and include identifying risk factors for pelvic floor dysfunction and improving minimally invasive treatments for recurrent stress and urinary incontinence. Dr. Patterson empowers patients to actively participate in their care and works with referring providers to ensure patients receive accessible, seamless treatment. She will treat patients in the Johns Hopkins Health Care Center at Odenton and Green Spring Station and perform surgical cases at Johns Hopkins Bayview. Dr. Patterson is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Incontinence, Uterine Prolapse, Stress Urinary Incontinence, and Rectocele.

"Margot Watson, M.D., a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the College of Wooster, attended the University of Maryland Medical School and performed her OB/GYN residency at the University of Vermont. She joined Signature OB/GYN in 1991. She has specialized training in laparoscopic surgery and has volunteered her medical services to needy patients in Baltimore City, New Mexico, South America, Pakistan and Nepal. Dr. Watson currently serves as Department Vice-Chair of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center. Dr. Watson has expertise in all aspects of gynecologic care, including but not limited to abnormal pap smear and cervical dysplasia contraception to birth control with Nexplanon and IUDs, which are available in the office. Dr. Watson was voted a ""Top Doc"" in the 2018 edition of Baltimore Magazine. Videos Hysterectomy Menopause Endometriosis Fibroids". Dr. Watson is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, Female Genital Sores, and Vitiligo.

Dr. Jennifer Fundora is a neonatologist at Johns Hopkins Children’s Center. She specializes in diagnosing and treating premature babies or newborns with high-risk or complex health conditions. She has a specialized interest in neonatal intestinal injury as well as nutrition, feeding and growth. Dr. Fundora graduated from the University of Central Florida College of Medicine. She then completed a residency in pediatrics and later a fellowship in neonatology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Fundora is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Premature Infant, Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn, and Gastroschisis.

Donna Raval is a Neonatologist in Fulton, Maryland. Dr. Raval is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Premature Infant, Placental Insufficiency, Polyhydramnios, and Methimazole Antenatal Exposure.

Scott Petersen is a Neonatologist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Petersen is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Placental Insufficiency, Gestational Diabetes, Methimazole Antenatal Exposure, and Premature Infant.

Dr. Udo delivers babies exclusively at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, Lichen Sclerosus, and Rectocele.

Karen Wang, M.D., is a fellowship-trained minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon whose primary clinical focus is on the surgical management of benign gynecologic conditions, including abnormal bleeding, fibroids, endometriosis, pelvic pain and office procedures. She is the division director of minimally invasive gynecologic surgery for Johns Hopkins as well as associate fellowship director. Her research interests include quality and safety, surgical outcomes and surgical training. In her previous role, Dr. Wang was the associate director and fellowship director of minimally invasive gynecologic surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. She has a passion for patient-centered care and treats patients as if they are family. She believes that innovative gynecologic surgical procedures can help women get their lives back with shorter and less painful recovery times. Her top areas of expertise are Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, Adenomyosis, and Carney Complex.

Meghan O’Connor, M.D., is a gynecologist and obstetrician with Johns Hopkins Community Physicians. Dr. O’Connor earned her medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX and completed her residency training at The Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore. She is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Her top areas of expertise are Myotonia Congenita and Cervical Dysplasia.

Melinda Afzal, D.O., practices obstetrics and gynecology at Johns Hopkins Community Physicians Howard County. She received her doctor of osteopathy degree from The Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in Blacksburg, Virginia, and completed her residency training at St. Luke’s University Health Network in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Afzal delivers babies exclusively at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center. Videos Caring for the CommunityMeet Dr. Melinda Afzal. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Cysts and Vaginal Dryness.

Andrea Kwong, M.D., practices obstetrics and gynecology at Johns Hopkins Community Physicians Howard County. Dr. Kwong takes care of obstetric and gynecologic patients and does deliveries and surgeries exclusively at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center. She received her medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences in Washington, D.C., and completed her residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. She is fluent in Spanish. Her top areas of expertise are Menorrhagia, Vaginal Cysts, and Vaginal Dryness.

Veena Choubey, M.D., practices obstetrics and gynecology at Johns Hopkins Community Physicians. She performs robotic and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Choubey delivers babies exclusively at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center. She earned her medical degree from New York University School of Medicine, and completed her residency training at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, and Lichen Sclerosus.

Veronika Levin, M.D., is an obstetrician and gynecologist at Johns Hopkins Community Physicians. Dr. Levin delivers babies exclusively at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center. Dr. Levin attended The George Washington School of Medicine and Health Sciences and completed her residency at Reading Hospital in Pennsylvania. Prior to this, she earned her undergraduate degree from University of Maryland, College Park. When she is not providing excellent care to her patients, Dr. Levin enjoys spending time with her friends and family – especially her son and husband. She likes to stay active; always finding time for dancing and playing sports. Her top area of expertise is Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods.

James Stuart Ferriss is an associate professor in the Johns Hopkins Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics and director of the F.J. Montz Gynecologic Oncology Fellowship Program. He is an expert in the care of women with cancers of the uterus, cervix, vulva, vagina, fallopian tubes and ovaries. Dr. Ferriss is passionate about minimally invasive approaches to surgery and has extensive experience with robotic surgery. Dr. Ferriss received his undergraduate and medical degrees from Louisiana State University. He then completed his residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and his fellowship in gynecologic oncology at the University of Virginia. Prior to joining Johns Hopkins, Dr. Ferriss was associate professor in the departments of women’s health and oncology at the University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School. Before that, he was assistant professor in the department of obstetrics, gynecology and reproductive sciences at Temple University in Philadelphia. Dr. Ferriss’ research is focused on innovations in surgical and clinical education. Dr. Ferriss serves on a variety of boards and is a member of the Society of Gyneocologic Oncology, Mid-Atlantic Gynecologic Oncology Society, American Society of Clinical Oncology, the American College of Surgeons and the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. He has been recognized with several awards and honors, including being named a top doctor for outstanding patient care. Dr. Ferriss’ passion for getting to know each of his patients’ values and personal treatment goals and empowering them to be active participants in their treatment defines his approach to patient care. Dr. Ferriss has special interest in supporting his patients through the entire arc of their cancer care from diagnosis to surgery, chemotherapy, and survivorship and palliative care. Videos Dr. Stuart FerrissGynecologic Oncologist Contact for Research Inquiries 600 N. Wolfe St Phipps 281 Baltimore, MD 21287 Research Summary Dr. Ferriss’ research currently focuses on increasing the diversity of patients recruited to clinical trials by understanding the factors and circumstances that prevent some patients from participating. He is also focused on innovations in surgical and clinical education. Dr. Ferriss is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix, Cervical Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Oophorectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

Kimberly Levinson, M.D., is an associate professor in the Johns Hopkins Medicine Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics. Her areas of clinical expertise include minimally invasive surgery with both robotic and single incision laparoscopy, ovarian cancer debulking, cervical cancer and dysplasia. Dr. Levinson received her undergraduate degree from Tufts University. She earned her M.D. from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and her M.P.H. from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. She completed her medical residency at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and performed a clinical fellowship in gynecologic oncology at Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Levinson has also completed international research at Preventive Oncology International in Peru and the School for International Training in Chile. Dr. Levinson joined the Johns Hopkins faculty in 2014. Her research interests include health care disparities in gynecologic tumors, cervical cancer prevention and treatment, and surgical innovation. She has published numerous manuscripts in gynecologic oncology involving these and other various research topics. Dr. Levinson is currently a principal investigator in the Specialized Program of Research Excellence (SPORE) in Cervical Cancer. In addition, she has a strong commitment to education, and she is the assistant director of the Johns Hopkins residency program and the associate director of the Gynecologic Oncology fellowship. Dr. Levinson is a member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the Society of Gynecologic Oncology, and the American Medical Association. Dr. Levinson was recognized with a Robert B. Hunt Award for Best Paper Published in the Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology in 2014. Dr. Levinson is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Endometrial Cancer, Testicular Yolk Sac Tumor, Ovarian Cancer, Hysterectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

Bradford Kleinman is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Kleinman is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Vulvovaginitis, Angiomyoma, and Uterine Fibroids. Dr. Kleinman is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Angie Jelin is the assistant director of prenatal genetics at the Prenatal Diagnostic Center in the Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine and an assistant professor in the Johns Hopkins Medicine Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics. Her areas of clinical expertise include prenatal genetic counseling, fetal imaging, chorionic villus sampling and amniocentesis, with a focus on fetal complications in pregnancy. Dr. Jelin earned her medical degree from Harvard Medical School. She did her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of California, San Francisco, and then remained there to complete a maternal-fetal medicine and genetics fellowship. In 2015, Dr. Jelin joined the Johns Hopkins faculty, at which time she also received a Building Interdisciplinary Research Careers in Women’s Health grant to study fetal genetic disorders. Dr. Jelin’s research involves fetal imaging and genetic diagnoses, including whole exome sequencing. Dr. Jelin is a member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the Society of Maternal-Fetal Medicine and the International Society of Prenatal Diagnosis. She currently serves on the IRB committee of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Jelin has published many articles in obstetrics and maternal-fetal medicine journals. Dr. Jelin is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Polyhydramnios, Bilateral Renal Agenesis Dominant Type, Lung Agenesis, and Atresia of Small Intestine.

Adora Okogbule is a Neonatologist in Columbia, Maryland. Her top areas of expertise are Premature Infant and Necrotizing Enterocolitis.

Lindsay Cheu, M.D. (she/her), is an obstetrician-gynecologist with Johns Hopkins Community Physicians. Dr. Cheu delivers babies and operates at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center. She has trained in diverse practice settings at Northwestern University in Chicago for medical school and the University of Washington for residency, in which she practiced in seven different hospital systems including a rural site and Seattle’s level 1 trauma center. She brings this broad expertise to her practice here in Maryland and values listening to each patient’s unique story. From annual visits to delivering babies and operating, Dr. Cheu enjoys that each day is different as a Gyn/Ob. She recognizes that people seeking obstetric and gynecologic care can feel vulnerable and sees it as a privilege to partner with her patients in building a care plan together. She is skilled in open- and minimally-invasive surgical approaches, including robotic. Dr. Cheu ran cross-country and track in college for Johns Hopkins University (#GoHop!), but is most proud of racing with her mother to win the mother-daughter category, for multiple years, in her hometown Turkey Trot. Growing up in Upstate New York, she enjoys hiking with her family and loves trying out new bakeries on the drives back from the trailheads. Her top area of expertise is Preeclampsia.

Dr. Saliem delivers babies exclusively at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center.

Sisira Srisutiva, M.D., is an obstetrician and gynecologist with Johns Hopkins Community Physicians. Dr. Srisutiva’s clinical interests include comprehensive obstetric and gynecologic care, contraception, gender-affirming care and minimally-invasive surgery. During her training, she served as chief resident and received recognition for excellence in minimally-invasive surgery. Dr. Srisutiva is originally from Kansas. When she is not caring for patients, she enjoys traveling, photography, staying active, hiking, live music, cooking and trying new foods.

Dr. Sasha Nelson graduated Magna cum laude from the University of Miami with a Bachelors of Science degree in biology. She then attended the University of South Florida's Morsani College of Medicine where she obtained her medical degree. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Lehigh Valley Health Network. She has a passion for women's health care and practices in general obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Nelson delivers babies exclusively at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center.

Kathleen Mcdonald is a Neonatologist in Columbia, Maryland. Her top area of expertise is Patent Ductus Arteriosus.

Monsurat Adeyemo is a Neonatologist in Columbia, Maryland. Her top areas of expertise are Proximal Symphalangism, Syndactyly Type 1, and Congenital Syphilis.