25 of the Best OBGYNs Near Me in Oxon Hill, MD

Looking for the best OBGYN or gynecologist near Oxon Hill, MD? Find a top OBGYN near you in Oxon Hill, MD who is an expert in your specific condition. An OBGYN is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions of the female reproductive system, as well as pregnancy-related conditions.

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    Kimberly Moon
    Expertise in
    1
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    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Shady Grove Fertility - K Street, D.C.

    2021 K Street, Suite 101, Suites 101 and 701, 
    Washington, DC 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kimberly S. Moon, M.D., received her medical degree from Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. At Georgetown, she also went on to complete her residency in obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Moon then completed a 3-year fellowship in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD. She has had several published research projects and received the American Society for Reproductive Medicine In-Training Research Award in 2011. Dr. Kimberly Moon was raised in Maryland and has always called the Washington, D.C., area home. She is married and enjoys competitive sailboat racing as well as traveling. She is available for new patient appointments at the Shady Grove Fertility location on K Street in Washington, D.C. Dr. Moon is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Infertility, Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome, Tubal Disease, and Premature Ovarian Failure.

    Expertise in
    6
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    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    6
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    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology

    ABC Cardiology Consultants Herman Gist MD P.C.

    106 Irving St NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Katherine Grantz is a Neonatologist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Grantz is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Intrauterine Growth Restriction, Gestational Diabetes, Macrosomia, and Preeclampsia.

    Expertise in
    6
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    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    MedStar Health Urogynecology At MedStar Washington Hospital Center

    106 Irving St NW Ste 405 Ofc, 
    Washington, DC 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Gutman is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Gutman is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Uterine Prolapse, Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Hysterectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Neonatology
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Neonatology

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    An Massaro is a Neonatologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Massaro is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothermia, Premature Infant, Asphyxia Neonatorum, and Cerebral Hypoxia.

    Jo'ann A. Jackson
    Expertise in
    4
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    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Advantia Health - Reiter, Hill And Johnson

    1133 21st St. NW, Suite 200 Building 2, 
    Washington, DC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Jo’Ann A. Jackson is an obstetrician and gynecologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital. She practices out of Reiter, Hill, Johnson & Nevin in all three locations—Washington, D.C., Chevy Chase, Maryland and Falls Church, Virginia. Dr. Jackson earned her medical degree at The Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 2001. She completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at George Washington University Hospital in 2005. Dr. Jackson is a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, as well as the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Jackson is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, Ovarian Cysts, Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Sheetal J. Dedania
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Advantia Health - Reiter, Hill And Johnson

    1133 21st St. NW, Suite 200 Building 2, 
    Washington, DC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Sheetal J. Dedania is an obstetrician and gynecologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital and University of Tennessee Medical Center. She practices out of Reiter, Hill, Johnson and Nevin in their three locations—Washington, D.C., Chevy Chase, Maryland and Falls Church, Virginia. In addition to general OB/GYN, Dr. Dedania's clinical interests include laparoscopy. Dr. Dedania earned her medical degree from the University of Tennessee College of Medicine, where she also completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology and was chief administrative resident. Dr. Dedania is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, Ovarian Cysts, Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Tsion A. Ketema
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Advantia Health - Reiter, Hill And Johnson

    1133 21st St. NW, Suite 200 Building 2, 
    Washington, DC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Ketema obtained her undergraduate degree from Columbia University in 2002. After college, she taught high school biology in Ethiopia and then returned to New York City to research the effects of trauma and PTSD in law enforcement personnel after 9/11. She received her medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 2011 and completed her training in Obstetrics and Gynecology in 2015 at St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital in New York City. Dr. Ketema' s professional interests include minimally invasive surgery, holistic medicine and transgender health care. Dr. Ketema is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Angiomyoma, Ovarian Cysts, Uterine Fibroids, Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Andrew Goldstein
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Center For Vulvovaginal Disorders

    3 Washington Cir NW Ste 205, 
    Washington, DC 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Goldstein is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Goldstein is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Vulvodynia, Lichen Sclerosus, Zoon Vulvitis, Cervical Cancer, and Endoscopy.

    Anne Kisthardt
    Expertise in
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    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    2
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    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Advantia Health - Physicians & Midwives

    4660 Kenmore Ave, Suite 902, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Anne Kisthardt, MD FACOG is a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist practicing at The Physician and Midwife Collaborative Practice, an Advantia Health practice. Dr. Kisthardt cares for women of all ages and life stages. Her Kingstowne office is located in Alexandria, VA - Northern Virginia (NoVa). Her services include pregnancy care, genetic counseling, gynecology, birth control, long-term birth control such as IUDs, contraption counseling, adolescent gynecology, pediatric gynecology, minimally invasive gynecological surgery (MIGS), and menopause care. Dr. Anne Kisthardt is accepting new patients. Dr. Kisthardt is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Ovarian Cysts, Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, Angiomyoma, and Uterine Fibroids.

    Kristin Wexler
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Advantia Health - Physicians & Midwives

    4660 Kenmore Ave, Suite 902, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Kristin Wexler, DO FACOOG is a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist practicing at The Physician and Midwife Collaborative Practice, an Advantia Health practice. Dr. Wexler cares for women of all ages and life stages. Her Kingstowne office is located in Alexandria, VA - Northern Virginia (NoVa). Her services include pregnancy care, genetic counseling, gynecology, birth control, long-term birth control such as IUDs, contraption counseling, adolescent gynecology, pediatric gynecology, minimally invasive gynecological surgery (MIGS), and menopause care. Dr. Kristin Wexler accepting new patients. Dr. Wexler is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, Menorrhagia, Vaginal Cysts, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Ashley N. Smith
    Expertise in
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    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
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    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Advantia Health - Reiter, Hill And Johnson

    1133 21st St. NW, Suite 200 Building 2, 
    Washington, DC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Dr. Smith completed her undergraduate education at Xavier University of Louisiana where she graduated summa cum laude with a B.S. in biology and chemistry in 2009. She then attended Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and received her medical degree in 2014. While she was in medical school she took an interim year to complete her Masters in Public Health with a concentration in epidemiology and biostatistics at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health in 2013. Dr. Smith completed her residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Medstar Washington Hospital Center/Georgetown University Hospital in DC in 2018. Her professional interests include general obstetrics and gynecology and minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Smith is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, Ovarian Cysts, Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Kenneth Ahdoot
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Advantia Health - Physicians & Midwives

    4660 Kenmore Ave, Suite 902, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Kenneth Ahdoot, MD FACOG is a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist practicing at The Physician and Midwife Collaborative Practice, an Advantia Health practice. Dr. Ahdoot cares for women of all ages and life stages. His office is located in Alexandria, VA - Northern Virginia (NoVa). His services include pregnancy care, genetic counseling, gynecology, birth control, long-term birth control such as IUDs, contraption counseling, adolescent gynecology, pediatric gynecology, minimally invasive gynecological surgery (MIGS), and menopause care. Dr. Kenneth Ahdoot is accepting new patients. Dr. Ahdoot is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ovarian Cysts, Premature Infant, Vulvovaginitis, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Andrew I. Engel
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    1
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    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Advantia Health - Reiter, Hill And Johnson

    1133 21st St. NW, Suite 200 Building 2, 
    Washington, DC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Andrew I. Engel is an obstetrician and gynecologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital. Dr. Engel practices out of Reiter, Hill, Johnson and Nevin offices located in—Washington, D.C., Chevy Chase, Maryland and Falls Church, Virginia. Dr. Engel earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Pennsylvania and his medical degree from George Washington University. He completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at George Washington University Hospital as well. Dr. Engel is a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the American College of Surgeons. He has been named a Top MD by Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine and Washingtonian Magazine. Dr. Engel is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Vulvovaginitis, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Bartholin Cyst or Abscess, Menopause, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Rebecca J. Busch
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    1
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    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Advantia Health - Reiter, Hill And Johnson

    1133 21st St. NW, Suite 200 Building 2, 
    Washington, DC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Rebecca J. Busch is an obstetrician and gynecologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital. She practices out of Reiter, Hill, Johnson and Nevin in Falls Church, Va. and Chevy Chase, Md. Dr. Busch earned her medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine. She completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Georgetown University School of Medicine. Dr. Busch is a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Busch has been named a Top Doctor by Consumers’ Checkbook magazine. Dr. Busch is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Endometrial Polyps, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Vulvovaginitis, Menorrhagia, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Jessica Selter
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    1
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    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Shady Grove Fertility - K Street, D.C.

    1801 K St NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jessica Selter, M.D. earned her undergraduate degree from Duke University in Durham, North Carolina as a Neuroscience major. She then became a researcher at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland before earning her medical degree with distinction from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. She then went on to complete her residency in OB/GYN at Columbia University Medical Center/NY Presbyterian Hospital in New York City. From there, she returned to Duke University Medical Center to complete her fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility.Dr. Selter is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN) and board eligible in reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI). She has expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of infertility including polycystic ovary syndrome, ovarian aging, and male factor infertility. She also has particular interest in third-party reproduction and elective egg freezing. An avid researcher, Dr. Selter has published numerous papers on a variety of topics including fertility preservation, optimizing in vitro fertilization (IVF) outcomes, age and fertility, and the environment’s impact on fertility, among others. She is a member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), and the Society for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (SREI). Dr. Selter is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Infertility, Asherman Syndrome, Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome, and Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome.

    Rachael M. Levy
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    JHCP OB/GYN At JH Medicine Arlington

    4102 Wilson Boulevard, Floor 2, Floor 2, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rachael Miller Levy, M.D., is an obstetrician and gynecologist with Johns Hopkins Community Physicians. In addition to providing comprehensive care in general obstetrics and gynecology, Dr. Miller Levy is passionate about building trusted, long-term relationships with her patients. She creates a welcoming environment where her patients feel heard, respected and empowered. She offers a full spectrum of women’s health services, including preventive care such as annual exams, Pap smears, STD testing, birth control and sexual health counseling. Dr. Miller Levy finds great joy in supporting patients through pregnancy and childbirth and feels honored to be part of such a transformative time in their lives. She is also trained in both minor and major gynecologic procedures, including colposcopies, LEEPs, hysteroscopies, D&Cs and minimally invasive surgeries such as laparoscopic hysterectomies. Originally from Philadelphia, where she completed her medical education and residency, Dr. Miller Levy began her career in private practice before focusing exclusively on labor and delivery. She is excited to return to the office setting, reconnecting with patients through longitudinal care. Outside of medicine, Dr. Miller Levy enjoys spending time with her family, daughter, and their energetic Portuguese Water Dog. She’s also a proud Philadelphia Eagles fan. Dr. Levy is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Amenorrhea, Pelvic Congestion Syndrome, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Vulvovaginitis, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Expertise in
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    Obstetrics and Gynecology
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    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Inova Urogynecology-Oakville

    400 Fannon St Fl 3, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Araba Jackson is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Jackson has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Her top areas of expertise are Interstitial Cystitis, Ectopic Pregnancy, and Stress Urinary Incontinence.

    Expertise in
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    Obstetrics and Gynecology
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    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Olde Towne Obstetrics & Gynecology LLC

    3131 Mount Vernon Ave Suite 4A, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Cheryl Ferrier is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Alexandria, Virginia. Her top areas of expertise are Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Vulvovaginitis, Angiomyoma, and Menorrhagia.

    Expertise in
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    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    21
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    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Office

    1625 N George Mason Dr Ste 474, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ji Eun Paik is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Eun Paik is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Zoon Vulvitis, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Menopause, Intrauterine Device Insertion, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    13
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    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute At MedStar Washington Hospital Center

    110 Irving St NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Louis Dainty is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Dainty is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Endometrial Cancer, Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Expertise in
    13
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    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    13
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    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    MedStar Washington Hospital Center

    110 Irving St NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ebony Hoskins is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Hoskins is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Endometrial Cancer, Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Oophorectomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Lauren Rodgers MD PC

    6196 Oxon Hill Rd Ste 630, 
    Oxon Hill, MD 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lauren Rodgers is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Oxon Hill, Maryland. Dr. Rodgers is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis, Female Genital Sores, Vulvovaginitis, Vaginal Yeast Infection, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Expertise in
    11
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    Neonatology
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Neonatology
    1400 Forest Glan Drive, Suite 415, Suite 415, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Maria DelMar Colon, M.D. completed medical school at Ponce School of Medicine in Puerto Rico and completed her obstetrics and gynecology residency and maternal-fetal medicine fellowship at University of Illinois at Chicago in Illinois. Dr. Colon is a member of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology and the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine. Dr. Colon is fluent in Spanish and English. Dr. Colon is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Placental Insufficiency, Gestational Diabetes, Polyhydramnios, and Methimazole Antenatal Exposure.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    9
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    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    MedStar Health Urogynecology At MedStar Washington Hospital Center

    106 Irving St NW Ste 405 Ofc, 
    Washington, DC 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lee Richter is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Richter is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Incontinence, Uterine Prolapse, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Cystectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    MedStar Health Urogynecology At MedStar Washington Hospital Center

    106 Irving St NW Ste 405 Ofc, 
    Washington, DC 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Sokol is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Sokol is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Uterine Prolapse, Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Hysterectomy, and Endoscopy.

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    What is an OB-GYN? 

    An obstetrician-gynecologist (OB-GYN) is a doctor specializing in the reproductive health, pregnancy, and childbirth of individuals assigned female at birth. Obstetricians focus on care during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum, while gynecologists manage conditions affecting the female reproductive system, like menstrual disorders or infections. Most OB-GYNs are trained in both fields, which allows them to handle a wide range of health needs. Gynecologists who are not also obstetricians do not deliver babies, while OB-GYNs typically provide this service. 

    What are the different types of OB-GYNs?      

    OB-GYNs can specialize in various areas, depending on their training and focus: 

    • General OB-GYNs: Provide comprehensive reproductive health care, including routine exams, contraception, and pregnancy care. 
    • Gynecologic Oncologists: Specialize in diagnosing and treating cancers of the female reproductive system. 

    How often should I visit an OB-GYN? 

    The frequency of visits depends on your health and circumstances

    • Individuals who are not pregnant: Should visit an OB-GYN once a year for preventive care, including pelvic exams and screenings. 
    • Pregnant individuals: Typically have monthly visits during the first 28 weeks of pregnancy, biweekly visits from weeks 28 to 36, and weekly visits from week 36 until delivery. 

    Your doctor might recommend more frequent visits if you have a high-risk condition. 

    What age should an individual start seeing an OB-GYN?     

    People assigned female at birth should schedule their first visit to an OB-GYN between the ages of 13 and 15. This initial visit is often a conversation about health, development, and any questions or concerns. Pap smear screenings for cervical cancer generally begin at age 21, although earlier screenings may be recommended based on individual health needs, such as having a family history of cervical cancer. 

    Can OB-GYNs perform surgeries?    

    Yes, OB-GYNs are trained surgeons capable of performing a wide range of procedures. Common surgeries include cesarean sections (C-sections), hysterectomies, laparoscopic surgeries for conditions like endometriosis, and removal of ovarian cysts. They also perform minimally invasive procedures like dilation and curettage (D&C) or tubal ligation for sterilization. Some OB-GYNs focus heavily on surgical care, depending on their specialization or patient needs. 

    When should I see an OBGYN near Oxon Hill, MD?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a OBGYN near Oxon Hill, MD?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank OBGYNs near Oxon Hill, MD?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by OBGYNs near Oxon Hill, MD?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a OBGYN in Oxon Hill?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the OBGYN search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different OBGYN?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a OBGYN near Oxon Hill, MD?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my OBGYN?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my OBGYN may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female OBGYNs near Oxon Hill, MD?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the OBGYN search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a OBGYN that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the OBGYN search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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