Residency Program

Labor and Delivery

Residents in our program have exposure to L&D throughout their four years. At Los Angeles General Medical Center, residents are exposed to high-risk deliveries in the first, second and fourth years. External rotations at Kaiser Panorama City (R2 year) and Good Samaritan Hospital (R3 year) allow access to lower risk delivery experience and allow exposure to different care delivery models. Together at these three facilities, the residents are exposed to over 10,000 deliveries a year.

Most deliveries are performed by the junior resident under the supervision of the senior resident and faculty. The junior also is the primary surgeon for most of the cesarean sections. As Los Angeles General Medical Center is a major referral center for high-risk pregnancies, residents learn to manage patients with medical conditions ranging from diabetes to cardiac disease, as well as complications of pregnancy such as preterm labor and severe preeclampsia. The schedule is divided into day and night floats, with rare 24-hour weekend shifts. The schedule is designed to optimize continuity and be in compliance with Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) clinical hours requirements.

On Call Gynecology

The main exposure to gynecologic consultation and emergency surgeries is during the second and third years of residency. During the day, there is a 2-person team where residents respond to gyn consults from the ED and other services. There is also a separate night float rotation in the third year that allows for independence in consultation and direct training with the on-call faculty member.

Gyn Clinic/OR

Two rotations each year are focused on ambulatory and surgical gynecology at LALos Angeles General Medical CenterC+USC Medical Center and Keck Hospital. Residents are grouped into a four-person team, one resident for each year of residency. The daily schedule rotates with one team in the clinic at Los Angeles General Medical Center, while the other team is in the operating room at either Los Angeles General Medical Center or Keck. The teams are on 24-hour call every other Saturday, covering both Labor and Delivery and Emergency Gynecology. The residents on the team participate in activities that are most appropriate for their level of training. Starting in the first year, residents act as the primary surgeon for procedures of increasing complexity, from laparoscopic tubal fulgurations for the first years to vaginal hysterectomies and repair of pelvic organ prolapse for the third years. Residents also become proficient at vaginal ultrasonography, early in their training.

Each case that goes to the operating room at Los Angeles General Medical Center has been thoroughly prepared for surgery by the residents themselves, from the initial new patient visit through preoperative consultation. With assistance from faculty and the more senior trainees on the team, the residents learn how to perform a thorough preoperative evaluation, to counsel patients on treatment options, both medical and surgical, and to develop an operative plan that is most appropriate for each patient. The gynecology rotation also provides residents with valuable interaction with senior faculty members, in both the operating room and the clinic. After four years of training, graduating residents are competent to independently manage benign gynecologic conditions, both medically and surgically.

External Surgical

Third-year residents augment their operative experience with rotations at Kaiser Permanente Panorama City, and the fourth years at Huntington Memorial Hospital. Overall, more than 5,000 major and 3,000 minor gynecologic surgeries are available to residents each year. Their experiences at these locations are designed to increase their exposure to variations in care, supplement their surgical technical exposure and allow them to experience managed care and private practice models of practice. In addition, it allows exposure to the Kaiser system, which is a major employer in California.

The second- and fourth-year residents each spend one block managing high-risk antepartum patients. The team works in concert with the MFM fellow and attendings and manage both the inpatient service and the outpatient clinics. Complicated antepartum patients are managed by the MFM team, who also consult on the delivery management of complicated peripartum patients. In MFM Clinic, residents gain experience with routine and complicated prenatal care, and have specific clinics dedicated to pregnant women with diabetes, cardiovascular disease, thyroid disease, mental health issues and fetal anomalies. Direct teaching by the Maternal-Fetal Medicine faculty is abundant, both at morning pass-on rounds and during conferences several times a week.

In the first year, residents are exposed to routine prenatal care with our midwife team, and rotate in the MCA clinic, which is focused on the prenatal care of patients with HIV. The PGY1 on this rotation also works with the MFM team, learning how to provide prenatal care with the less complicated MFM patients in the outpatient setting.

Residents rotate on the REI service for one half block each during the first and second years. During the REI rotation, the residents see up to 5,700 patients in clinic annually, under the supervision of the REI fellows and faculty. Routine clinic procedures include intrauterine insemination, hydrosonography and diagnostic hysteroscopy. The clinic patient population ranges from common problems such as polycystic ovary syndrome to more rare conditions such as Müllerian agenesis. Residents also get exposure to andrology and male-factor infertility, during a monthly male clinic. REI has a dedicated operating room every week, where residents assist the fellow and are exposed to advanced laparoscopy, hysteroscopy, and tubal surgery. Finally, although in vitro fertilization (IVF) and other assisted reproductive techniques are not offered at Los Angeles General Medical Center, interested residents are encouraged to spend time at the USC IVF Center.

Residents spend one block each year on the Gynecologic Oncology service. Here residents gain experience in critical care and the management of complicated medical and surgical cases, under the supervision of the gynecologic oncology fellows and faculty. Residents on the rotation are also active participants in the operating room four days a week. In the oncology clinic, residents see a wide range of patients, with approximately 11,000 clinic visits a year. This is also where residents learn the most about the management of dysplasia and gain experience with colposcopy and LEEP. Throughout the rotation, residents interact with faculty on a daily basis, both in the operating room and in clinic, as well as on ward rounds. Residents also participate in multidisciplinary conferences weekly, which are attended by gynecologic oncology fellows and faculty, as well as outstanding faculty in gynecologic pathology and women’s radiology.

Residents spend one block on the Urogynecology service during their second year. Residents gain exposure to the subspecialty in the urogynecology clinic. Here they become proficient in performing multi-channel cystometrics and are exposed to cystourethroscopy, botox injections, posterior tibial nerve stimulation and bladder instillations. They also become proficient in the medical and surgical management of urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. As a referral center for complicated pelvic floor dysfunction, residents are exposed to a variety of complicated pelvic floor disorders, ranging from defecatory dysfunction to congenital pelvic floor anomalies. In the operating room, residents act as primary surgeons for appropriate aspects of incontinence and pelvic floor procedures, under the supervision of the Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery fellows and faculty.

Residents rotate on the Complex Family Planning rotation during their first year. They work closely with the Family Planning fellows and faculty in the Reproductive Choice clinic to participate in and perform all of the procedures, to their comfort level. Family planning is a rotation where residents learn to provide trauma-informed care and learn to optimize their techniques for shared-decision making. We are a Ryan training program for residents and have a two-year fellowship in Family Planning.

In the third and fourth years, residents design their own clinical experience to meet their individualized learning needs for half a rotation in the third year and half a rotation in the fourth year. All rotations must be approved by the program directors and completed at a Los Angeles Department of Health Services facility. Examples have included rotations with a focus on: advanced ultrasound training, ICU care, advanced complex family planning, developing advocacy curricula, healthcare administration, and many others.

To accommodate residents taking time off for scholarly symposia, interviews, illness and other life events, we have a backup system where the backup person is assigned specifically to the backup (jeopardy) rotation. Residents on this rotation may expect to be called in most days to cross cover wherever they are needed. This allows for more focused experiences on all other rotations.

Uterine Cavity Clinic

Residents develop comfort with endometrial evaluations during the weekly Friday Uterine Cavity Clinic, which is designed to individualize evaluations with either sono-hysterography or office hysteroscopy. Residents are assigned to this clinic during various rotations throughout their four years and learn to manage abnormal uterine bleeding, with and without intracavitary lesions.

Colposcopy

Every other Friday afternoon, the gynecology clinic at Los Angeles General Medical Center hosts the Colposcopy clinic. Patients with abnormal cervical cytology are referred from across LA to have colposcopy with our team. Most low-risk colposcopy is performed by our Nurse Practitioners, while the high-risk colposcopies and occasional low risk cases are managed by the residents with direct faculty supervision.

Breast Medicine

Every other Friday afternoon, the gynecology clinic at Los Angeles General Medical Center hosts the Breast Diagnostic Center, which is staffed by faculty who are experienced in the diagnosis and management of breast disease. Residents are assigned to the clinic during various rotations throughout their four years and learn to manage patients with problems ranging from breast masses to mastalgia to granulomatous mastitis.

All residents are required to complete and present at least one research project in order to qualify for graduation. Projects are presented at an annual Departmental Research Day each spring, where USC residents at all levels are invited to present their research to their fellow residents, faculty and invited guests. Residents are also encouraged to present their research at regional and national meetings throughout the year.

 Zachary Anderson, MD

Hometown
Edmond, OK

Undergraduate
University of Oklahoma

Medical
University of Oklahoma College of Medicine

LAC+USC and OBG
I chose LAC+USC because of the camaraderie among the residents, and the opportunity to train at a large public hospital. I chose the specialty because of the wide breadth of medical care provided by OBGYN’s, and the privilege to care for patients during some of life’s most pivotal moments.

Hobbies/Interests
Going to the beach, traveling, hiking, exercising, palette knife painting, spending time with my family, friends, and dog!

Fun Fact 
I worked as a white-water rafting guide during medical school!

Kaily Cox, MD

Hometown
Tulsa, OK

Undergraduate
Oral Roberts University

Medical
University of Oklahoma

LAC+USC and OBG
I might be a little biased, but OBGYN is an amazing career choice because it encompasses surgery, medicine, women’s health, and continuity of care. I am passionate about advocating for women and providing the best care to a vulnerable population. Working at LAC+USC I am privileged to treat an underserve population that allows learning how to provide extra support and resources. The acuity here is outstanding and the ability to adapt quickly to this busy environment with an amazing team really aids in becoming a competent physician. I really wanted to be a part of a program that was a team and helped each other out to become better versions of themselves. Here at LAC + USC it is a team environment, and everyone wants
the best for you.

Hobbies/Interests
Hiking, working out, eating food, discovering LA!

Fun Fact
I played professional soccer in Brazil.

Briah Fischer, MD, MPH

Hometown
Wausau, WI

Undergraduate
Tulane University 

Medical
USC

Graduate
USC (MPH)

LAC+USC and OBG
OBGYN combines all the things I love in medicine: surgery, primary care, and advocacy. I’m especially humbled to get to care for and empower patients through deeply personal decisions and moments in life!

As a safety net institution, LAC+USC embodies my belief that health care is a human right, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to develop as a physician as part of the USC OBGYN family!

Hobbies/Interests
Hiking, camping, skiing, running, yoga, laying in the sun with my dog Duke

Fun Fact
I was a ski instructor before coming to medical school!

Alodia Girma, MD

Hometown
St. Louis, MO

Undergraduate
Washington University in St. Louis

Medical
USC

LAC+USC and OBG
Ob/Gyn is special in the fact that it allows us to provide for women of all ages, throughout their lifetime, while carrying them through some of their toughest and most vulnerable moments. I am particularly passionate about the intersection of medicine with health equity and racial justice so it was important for me to work in an environment that supports that. I know from my experience in medical school that LAC+USC has such a unique, diverse patient population and that the residents and faculty are passionate about serving them, so I had to stay!

Hobbies/Interests
Singing, cooking, Netflix binges.

Fun Fact
I have 28 first cousins!

Jessica Green, MD

Hometown
Fort Worth, TX

Undergraduate
The University of Texas at Austin

Medical
UT Health Houston-McGovern

LAC+USC and OBG
It was important to me to train at a program that aligned with my desire to serve underserved communities. The patient population at LAC+USC is unlike any other and I wanted to have the opportunity to serve them. The residents are truly the heart of the program and are extremely supportive. The variety that OBG offers is unlike any other specialty. You’re not only a clinician but a surgeon. And every day, you have the opportunity to advocate for women during some of their most vulnerable moments.

Hobbies/Interests
Mentoring, cooking, hiking, hanging out with family, friends and my amazing co- interns and practicing yoga

Fun Fact
I have a YouTube channel!

Jenna Heath, MD

Hometown
Buffalo, NY

Undergraduate
Wheaton College, IL

Medical
University of Buffalo

LAC+USC and OBG
Ob/Gyn because the medical side of reproductive justice is beautiful and important, and for the amazing combination of longitudinal relationships and surgery. LAC + USC was my first choice for the patient population, the excellent training, and the amazing residents and faculty I met on my interview day!

Hobbies/Interests
Hobbies: hiking (hoping to add surfing); audiobooks (Libby!); good food; and as an unsophisticated music enthusiast, pretty much any concert
Interests: anything written by Dorothy Roberts or Mariame Kaba; the intersection of medicine and prison/police abolition; red wine; and a rotating line-up of The Office, New Girl, Parks and Rec and Schitt’s Creek!

Fun Fact
I’m a dual citizen of the US and Luxembourg!

Emi Komatsu, MD

Hometown
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Undergraduate
Tufts University

Medical
USC

LAC+USC and OBG
OB/GYN was the only specialty that fulfilled all of my professional interests whether it was clinic, surgery or L&D. It is such a privilege to support our patients through some of the most intimate moments in their lives which are often filled with so much joy but can also be filled with sorrow. LAC+USC is such an amazing place to learn from patients, co-residents and attendings because you will truly see it all!

Hobbies/Interests
Catch me trying the new restaurants in LA or getting in a good workout! I also prioritize spending time with my family and friends to keep me grounded.

Fun Fact
I used to dance hula competitively! Still love to dance and will never say no a trip back to the islands.

Matthew Lee, MD

Hometown
Escondido, CA

Undergraduate
Claremont McKenna College

Medical
California Northstate University

LAC+USC and OBG
Specializing in OBG allows you to care for patients in all stages of life across a spectrum of their most joyous and trying moments – encompassing childbirth, fertility struggles primary care, preventing and treating cancer, and surgery. The lasting, intimate patient-physician relationship you create in OBG is unique. I chose LAC+USC for the opportunity to provide this comprehensive care for the patient population served by LAC+USC. It’s exciting to work with inspiring people who share my passion for OBG, community, and social justice.

Hobbies/Interests
In my free time, you can find me hiking, sitting at a brewery, or watching baseball and basketball. I’m really good at finishing 3/4th of a lovely book. I love live music (pop punk, folk, deep house). I like to snowboard and play the guitar, drums, or bass guitar, but my dog is afraid of the instruments (or is it my playing?).

Fun Fact
Met my partner, Cameron, playing basketball against her as a member of the practice team for our college’s women’s basketball team.

Enanyeli Rangel, MD

Hometown
Mérida, Venezuela

Medical
Los Andes University (Venezuela)

LAC+USC and OBG
I felt USC was the ideal place for getting the tools to become a well-rounded attending, having the opportunity to work with underserved populations, and learn more how to advocate for the patients. I wanted a place where I would be able to care for minority women in the community who are often at a disadvantage due to language and economic barriers and at the same time having a culture of community and support from the attendings and co- residents.

Hobbies/Interests
Yoga, outdoor sports, running, hiking, biking, cooking.

Fun Fact
I studied Chinese medicine while I was in medical school.

 Laurel Aberle, MD

Hometown
Los Angeles, CA

Undergraduate
University of Michigan

Medical
Keck School of Medicine of USC

LAC+USC and OBG
OBGYN is the best mix of surgery and medicine -- it allows us to care for a vulnerable population in an extremely intimate setting, and I think it is an honor to be able to do so! I chose LAC+USC because of the underserved, diverse, complex population we get to serve; I am passionate about providing care for this amazing population, and I wanted to be surrounded by other providers who are passionate about serving this population too!

Hobbies/Interests
Calligraphy, DIY projects, scuba diving, kickboxing, fostering puppies.

Fun Fact
I love traveling on my own -- my favorite place I've been is Myanmar!

 Brittany Bautista Carrus, MD 

Hometown 
Stamford, CT 

Undergraduate 
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 

Medical 
University of Kentucky 

LAC+USC and OBG 
I chose ob/gyn because I wanted to be able to help women from all walks of life at all stages of life. I chose USC because of the unparalleled care that the residents and faculty have for their patients. 

Hobbies/Interests 
Anything and everything with my dog (and sometimes my husband), eating, climbing, hiking, coffee and pastries, going to the beach 

Fun Fact I was on a competitive hip hop dance team in college.

Catherine Bradley, MD

Hometown
Mebane, North Carolina

Undergraduate
Wake Forest University

Medical
David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA

LAC+USC and OBG
OB-GYN is a really special field where your patients are particularly vulnerable, and lawmakers are constantly trying to make decisions for your patients. I love being able to advocate for my patients and provide them with the education they need to make the best decisions for themselves and their well-being. I chose USC because I want to work for public hospitals and serve under-resourced populations, and USC is dedicated to providing excellent care to these vulnerable populations. Their diversity and inclusion committee, IDEA, is excellent, and I look forward to learning more and working to eliminate health care disparities.

Hobbies/Interests
I'm an avid runner, and I hike and camp whenever possible. I love trying new restaurants in Los Angeles and going to concerts!

Fun Fact
I love animals and I have three pets currently: 2 dogs named Clementine and Goose, and my old man Binx, the sweetest cat in the world.

Jasmine Fernandez, MD, MPH

Hometown
Los Angeles, CA

Undergraduate
Harvard University

Medical
Tufts University School of Medicine

LAC+USC and OBG
I love OB/GYN because it allows me to build strong relationships with my patients and advocate for reproductive rights, all while incorporating my new found passion for surgery. Although the field has made many strides in health equity, it has also historically harmed various communities, particularly communities of color. Thus, I chose OB/GYN because it allows me to engage in community healing by joining the movement of rebuilding trust between medicine and historically marginalized communities. What drew me to LAC+USC is the program's alignment with my professional values, it's commitment to serving the surrounding community, and the current residents' active engagement in issues regarding social justice and resident well-being.

Hobbies/Interests
Beach bumming, traveling, Latin dancing/social dancing, HIIT work outs, attending art shows, live music, 20th century Latin American art and literature

Fun Fact
I lived in Brazil for 2 years prior to starting medical school and plan to move back at some point in my life.

Aaron Masjedi, MD

Hometown
Los Angeles, CA

Undergraduate
UCLA

Medical
University of Arizona – Tucson

LAC+USC and OBG
I felt drawn to LAC+USC immediately after my interview. It was obvious that the faculty and residents had strong relationships with one another and that is something that I was looking for in a residency. The residents just looked happy and seemed like they were all friends with one-another, what more could I honestly ask for? Beyond that, I wanted the privilege of learning from the incredible and unique patient population that receives their care here at LAC+USC. I chose OBGYN because the specialty allows you to provide medical, surgical, and preventative care for patients throughout a variety of stages in their life. In this field, there is so much cultural and societal influence on patient care and I hope to develop my ability to provide culturally appropriate care for patients from all backgrounds and walks of life.

Hobbies/Interests
I'm a HUGE Los Angeles Lakers fan and will watch a game with anyone, anytime. I love eating food (especially spicy food), hiking, playing soccer, and spending time with family, friends, or any dog that's nearby.

Fun Fact
I've been to Universal Studio's Halloween Horror Nights every year for the last 15 years!

Denise McIntyre, MD, MPH

Hometown
West Palm Beach, FL Saint Mary, Jamaica

Undergraduate
University of Florida
Medical
Charles R. Drew/UCLA Medical Education Program

LAC+USC and OBG
OBGYN allows me the latitude to work with and advocate for women and pregnant individuals from all walks of life in a myriad of settings, while maintaining continuity. It is this versatility that excites me to learn and truly immerse myself in this field.
I was drawn to the supportive culture of LAC+USC and the incredible patient population. Additionally, I was confident that this program would value my exploration and curiosity while training me to be a full-scope obstetrician and gynecologist who can perform to the highest standard.

Hobbies/Interests
You can catch me spending time with my friends, traveling, trying new restaurants, or watching TV! I also love floral arranging.

Fun Fact
I climbed the tallest mountain (Blue Mountain) in Jamaica with my family.

Destiny Phillips, MD

Hometown
Tulare, CA

Undergraduate
Stanford University

Medical
Stanford School of Medicine

LAC+USC and OBG
In my career, it is important to me that I empower patients to take preventative measures for their reproductive health and become involved with advocacy and social justice efforts that help to achieve equity in care for all patients. OB/GYN is the specialty where I feel the providers are most passionate about these same goals. In addition, I love the idea of being able to practice both surgery and medicine, while discussing the some of the most intimate aspects of patients' lives and developing long term relationships with them. I chose LAC+USC because I felt that the program would prepare me well for any situation I may encounter as an attending, put a strong emphasis on resident wellness, and had faculty and residents who care deeply about serving California's most vulnerable populations.

Hobbies/Interests
I enjoy relaxing at the beach, playing tennis, snowboarding, board games, music festivals, going to brunch, and hanging out with my two cats.

Fun Fact
I have nine siblings and am (kind of) the oldest!

Carolyn Rocha, MD

Hometown
Danville, CA

Undergraduate
UCLA

Medical
UC San Diego School of Medicine

LAC+USC and OBG
I chose OBGYN for a variety of reasons. I love that we are both physicians and surgeons and are able to build longitudinal relationships with our patients. It is a privilege to care for patients across their lifespan and to serve as an advocate for reproductive rights and healthcare access. I knew training at USC would offer me incredible exposure and preparation for fellowship or practice as a generalist, and it would also allow me to work with underserved populations, including Latinx-identifying patients, something very important to me. Outside the strength of training, the culture and camaraderie among residents was a big draw!

Hobbies/Interests
I enjoy running, dance, and going to concerts. I love spending time exploring LA, especially the many great restaurants and bars near my apartment and going to brunch with my co- residents.

Fun Fact
During my fourth year of medical school, I danced in a ballet performance of Snow White the day before I graduated.

Bonnie Song, MD

Hometown
Beijing, China

Undergraduate
University of Chicago

Medical
University of Chicago

LAC+USC and OBG
I wanted to be at a program that cared for patients regardless of race, citizenship status or ability to pay. I also wanted to be somewhere that serves a diverse patient population with early subspecialty exposure.

Hobbies/Interests
Running, cooking, raising my plants, brewing kombucha.

Fun Fact
I can sleep anywhere, anytime

Katie Bayard, MD, MPH

Hometown
Los Angeles, CA

Undergraduate
UCLA

Medical
Keck School of Medicine of USC

LAC+USC and OBG
Having done medical school at USC, I came to appreciate the unique opportunities that training at LA County presented to serve our Los Angeles community. I knew I wanted to continue to work with this population throughout residency, in the best field there is!

Hobbies/Interests
I love exploring new restaurants throughout the Los Angeles area, baking or cooking at home when I have time, and exploring new hikes with my rescue dog. I also love a weekend trip to a national park or going camping with friends.

Fun Fact
My fun fact is that I have synesthesia - so all of my numbers and letters have a specific color associated with them.

Yadira Bribiesca, MD, MPH

Hometown
South Los Angeles

Undergraduate
UCLA
Medical
David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA

LAC+USC and OBG
I chose OBGYN because it gives me the opportunity to advocate for medically underserved women across their lifespan while also engaging in many hands-on procedures and surgery. As someone who’s family has received care at LAC- USC, I knew I’d be privileged to complete my residency here. I was particularly drawn by the program’s commitment to diversity and inclusion and social justice
— fields I want to continue to engage in as a resident and beyond. I am so excited to use my Spanish every day and to continue pushing boundaries for our patients in a program that will support me to do so.

Hobbies/Interests
Crossfit, yoga, outdoors, hanging out with nieces/nephews, coffee-shops

Fun Fact
I was a college advisor for high school students before medical school.

Zaira Chavez Jimenez, MD

Hometown
Sacramento, CA

Undergraduate
UCLA

Medical
Keck School of Medicine of USC

LAC+USC and OBG
The first time I told anyone I wanted to be a physician, I was 6 years old and a family friend had a baby and I wanted to see photos of the delivery. I was denied that opportunity and vowed to become a doctor so I could learn more. Little did I know that was the start to a career in OBGYN. I love the mix of primary care and surgery as well as the opportunity and responsibility of advocating for patients during some of their most vulnerable parts of their lives. Furthermore, having attended medical school at USC, I fell in love with the underserved patient population of LA General Hospital and could not imagine training anywhere else. I became a physician to advocate for the Latino community I grew up with and what better place to do that than at LAC+USC!

Hobbies/Interests
I am a huge foodie and love trying new foods and traveling to new places and exploring local cuisine. I also enjoy playing video games like Fortnite and board game nights with friends. I have a Pomsky named Teddy and love playing and cuddling with him and also spending time with my partner.

Fun Fact
I started figure skating lessons when preparing for Step 2. I'm currently in the advanced adult course learning how to jump and spin!

 Laura Dellplain, MD, MHS 

Hometown 
Seattle, WA 

Undergraduate 
Oberlin College 

Medical 
Albany Medical College

LAC+USC and OBG 
I love the breadth of work that OBGYN has to offer, from preventive care, to advocacy, to surgery. I ultimately chose the specialty because of the patients we have the privilege of serving, sometimes in the most important and vulnerable moments of their lives. The OBGYN residency program at LA General/USC is a special group of people who share a commitment to patient advocacy, social justice, and the highest quality of care for the underserved, medically complex patient population we see. Plus, the residents are legitimately close with one another and I felt a connection with them right away on my interview day! 

Hobbies/Interests 
Family walks, yoga, traveling, exploring the restaurants and parks in my neighborhood, hosting brunch, reading Harry Potter and Agatha Christie books. 

Fun Fact I have two kids!

Kimberly Juarez, MD  

Hometown 
South Central Los Angeles, CA 

Undergraduate 
Syracuse University 

Medical 
CDU/UCLA Medical Education Program 

LAC+USC and OBG 
I decided to pursue a career in medicine because I wanted to provide care to underserved and vulnerable communities. I was born and raised in Los Angeles and I knew I truly wanted to be home for residency and provide reproductive health care to my community in LA. 

Hobbies/Interests 
I love going out to restaurants, checking out community events, and taking exercise classes (because I hate the gym!). 

Fun Fact 
I was born at the old county hospital and I played the violin from 4th grade-12th grade (still play it now occasionally)

Mihiri Karunaratne, MD,MPH

Hometown 
Sunnyvale, CA 

Undergraduate 
UC Berkeley 

Medical 
UC San Diego School of Medicine 

LAC+USC and OBG 
I chose OB/GYN because of the many diverse avenues for providing care as diverse as surgery, obstetric deliveries, and longitudinal care, while also advocating alongside our patients for reproductive autonomy. I am passionate about reproductive justice and fostering spaces to rebuild systems of care that truly support all families and communities. LAC+USC drew me in because of the opportunities to care for an incredible patient population and learn from providers who share my professional values and commitment to health justice. 

Hobbies/Interests 
I enjoy cooking, gardening/trying to keep my houseplants alive, traveling, and staying active with surfing, yoga, and climbing. 

Fun Fact 
The last time I went surfing in San Diego before medical school graduation, a pod of dolphins joined me in the waves!

Alice Lee, MD  

Hometown Burbank, CA 

Undergraduate 
Wesleyan University 

Medical 
Loma Linda University 

LAC+USC and OBG 
I grew up in a culture in which sexual/reproductive health were taboo. I choose OB/GYN because I love being able to celebrate, validate & empower women to take ownership of their bodies. OB/GYN is also so unique because you get to practice both medical & surgical skills. I chose USC because they matched my personal values & goals in providing care to underserved communities. 

Hobbies/Interests 
I love being outdoors! I like checking out local parks and reading there. I also enjoy lifting semi-heavy things at the gym. I also finally got myself a new a new keyboard, so I've been enjoying playing music too! 

Fun Fact 
Korean was my first language growing up, but I think my Spanish is better than my Korean at this time.

Christian Pino, MD  

Hometown 
Miami, FL 

Undergraduate 
Florida International University 

Medical 
Drexel University College of Medicine 

LAC+USC and OBG 
I had kept an open mind throughout my medical school rotation but the moment I was on my OB/Gyn rotation everything clicked. I saw my first delivery and began to tear up. I knew I wanted to provide a positive impact in women's health through longitudinal care. USC stood out to me as a strong surgical program but most importantly the patient population was one that I resonated with. As a Cuban immigrant, I knew that I wanted to give back to my community by caring for underprivileged non-English speaking patients. I want my patients to know that there is someone out there caring for them who is similar in background to them. 

Hobbies/Interests 
Hobbies include going to the gym (still possible in residency), cooking, board games, and travelling! 

Fun Fact 
I make a really great flan!

Fay Pon, MD  

Hometown 
San Francisco, CA 

Undergraduate 
University of California, Berkeley 

Medical 
University of Miami Leonard Miller School of Medicine 

LAC+USC and OBG 
My interest in OBG started almost a decade ago while advocating and organizing for survivors of violence, BIPOC, QWOC in college. While doing research in reproductive endocrinology I also had the privilege of volunteering as a labor coach for non-English speaking immigrant mothers on Labor & Delivery. Working with high-risk OB patients in medical school during Covid reaffirmed my lifelong desire to better outcomes for our critically ill patients on Labor & Delivery. 
USC: After training at UM/Jackson Memorial Hospital a major county hospital in Miami serving largely non-English speaking immigrant patients, I knew I wanted to come here to the west coast (California) and serve patients in a similar setting. There is no other place like LAC+USC and I could never be happier to be back in my favorite city of Los Angeles to train in OBGYN, the only specialty that truly felt like home to me! 

Hobbies/Interests 
Exploring local restaurants, mixology, fashion, dancing, visiting art museums. 

Fun Fact 
I’m a leftie

Kryssia Campos Selva, MD

Hometown
El Salvador/Los Angeles, CA

Undergraduate
UCLA

Medical
Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

LAC+USC and OBG
ObGyn was an obvious choice for me. It seamlessly merges my commitment to advocating for and advancing the health of women and the LGBTQ+ community. It provides a unique opportunity to care for patients in different settings: the clinic, the hospital, and the operating room. It’s an honor to support patients during intimate life moments and empower them to care for their bodies unapologetically.

I chose USC/LAG because of the program’s unwavering commitment to reproductive/social justice and to serving vulnerable populations. As a Latina immigrant who grew up in Los Angeles, it’s a privilege to care for my own communities every day.

Hobbies/Interests
Going on walks with my dog and partner,  catching sunsets at the beach, finding new coffee shops, hanging out with family and friends, being a foodie- trying diverse foods, making espresso drinks at home

Fun Fact
I've been to 10 National Parks across 6 different states

Ashley Gutierrez, MD, MS

Hometown
Los Angeles, CA

Undergraduate
UC San Diego

Medical
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo

Graduate
UC San Diego

LAC+USC and OBG
I chose OBGYN to be a part of creating a space that was absent in my childhood as a person of latinx decent, a space that allows women, especially those of color, to discuss their reproductive health. I hope that with my background and creation of strong patient relationships we may dismantle the barrier women of color often encounter in obtaining reproductive knowledge and healthcare.

I chose USC-LAGMC as I aligned with their core values of comprehensive and culturally competent care. Here, I am able to work with fellow physicians who continue to advocate and provide comprehensive care to our diverse patient populations. USC- LAGMC supports its residents so that we may grow into the best provider we can be.

Hobbies/Interests
Painting, thrifting, collecting vinyls, reading, running

Fun Fact
A life goal of mine is to travel to all the MLB parks, I’m currently at 11.

Anisa Holloman, MD

Hometown
Richmond, VA

Undergraduate
Spelman College

Medical
Howard University College of Medicine

LAC+USC and OBG
I chose USC-LAGMC because of the program's commitment to serving medically underserved patient populations while also being supported by a team of like-minded individuals who consistently nurture me to become the best OBGYN that I can be.

Hobbies/Interests
Cooking, yoga, singing, going to art museums/curatorial studies, music/concert enthusiast, foodie

Fun Fact
I met the Queen of England when I was 8 years old!

Christian Hong, MD, MPH

Hometown
Los Angeles, CA

Undergraduate
UC San Diego

Medical
Keck School of Medicine of USC

Graduate
Keck School of Medicine of USC

LAC+USC and OBG
I chose OBGYN because as I entered medical school I knew I wanted to serve my community here in LA in a mindful way. As I took some time to volunteer in the neighborhoods around County, I found that a family's health really hinged on the health of their matriarchs and it was often women who were uplifting the community around them. If I can play a supporting role in that process, I would be so fulfilled in my career.

Hobbies/Interests
Hiking, ceramics, trying new foods

Fun Fact
I was 1 of 6 students who majored in Latin American Studies my year at USCD.

Sawa Keymeulen, MD, MBA

Hometown
Los Angeles, CA

Undergraduate
Stanford University

Medical
UC Irvine

Graduate
UC Irvine

LAC+USC and OBG
ObGyn is such an amazing field as you get to support and empower women at so many different moments in their lives, some sad, some frustrating, some happy. It's really beautiful to support patients through those moments, medically and emotionally, and I feel so privileged to be in this role of learning how to do that well. And of course being able to do surgery is an amazing privilege in itself. I also was so excited to come to LAG/USC since I'm from the surrounding area. I really care about caring for immigrant communities, and I find it really motivating and rewarding to be able to provide the LA community the best care possible.

Hobbies/Interests
I love being outdoors and dancing! California has amazing and infinite mountains to explore, from the Angeles Crest mountain range near LA to Eastern Sierras a couple hours away! The chance to completely disconnect and find nature so close to LA is great. At the same time LA is great for the social dancing scene, especially if you like salsa/bachata like me! Oh, and of course, I like watching trashy love shows haha

Fun Fact
I watched Made of Honor (rom com) 3x in a row on a plane flight once.

Rohan Luhar, MD, MS

Hometown
San Jose, CA

Undergraduate
UCLA

Medical
Rush University Medical College

Graduate
UC San Francisco

LAC+USC and OBG
I chose OB/GYN as a specialty as it uniquely offers patients a space, in their most vulnerable moments, to feel empowered in making decisions that align with their needs outside the purview of anyone or anything else. Guiding patients through some of the most joyous and simultaneously the most difficult moments of their lives is an absolute privilege. It was apparent from my very first interactions with the residents and faculty at USC-LAGMC that they cared deeply for their patients in this same manner, and that the underlying ethos of the program was to provide patients with the highest quality of care regardless of background or financial status. It is because of this that I chose to train at USC-LAGMC where I am excited to serve our wonderful patient population and develop the necessary skills to become both a confident OGBYN and advocate for my patients.

Hobbies/Interests
Attending concerts (LA is a dream for this!), eating spicy foods, collecting vinyls, tending to my growing family of plants, and spending time with my dog Leo in NorCal

Fun Fact
I have music on Spotify!

Michelle Martinez, MD, MS

Hometown
Pasadena, CA

Undergraduate
California State Polytechnic University Pomona

Medical
Keck School of Medicine of USC

Graduate
UCLA

LAC+USC and OBG
Growing up in a culturally conservative minority family, I've always been interested in health education and social and reproductive justice. As an OBGYN, I will have the opportunity to empower patients with the knowledge and tools needed so that they can have the lives they desire.
As a queer minority provider, being able to serve the most vulnerable populations of Los Angeles is of the utmost importance, as I hope to continue working with these groups and the larger community to improve access to quality healthcare. The field of OBGYN is the perfect mix of inpatient and outpatient, where you can create long-term relationships with patients coming for clinic visits while also treating any person who comes into the ED with an urgent or emergent need. I wanted to come to LAGMC due to the wonderfully diverse patient population and the dedicated like-minded faculty and staff who are devoted to providing compassionate care. Lastly, I am so grateful to be able to learn from the amazing midwives at LAGMC!

Hobbies/Interests
I love adding books to my home library, going for hikes, spending time with my wife and pets, eating delicious vegetarian food and attending as many Angel City FC games as I can!

Fun Fact
My two biggest dreams right now are to see the northern lights and hold a guinea pig.

Jane O’Bryan, MD, MPH

Hometown
Milford, NY

Undergraduate
Yale University

Medical
Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University

Graduate
Yale School of Public Health

LAC+USC and OBG
I chose OB/GYN because the field offers opportunities to bear witness to and care for patients during some of the most poignant moments across the lifetime. I'm interested in high risk OB and infectious diseases in pregnancy and USC-LAGMC is an ideal place to learn how to care for patients at this cross-section of medicine. It was important for me to train in a geographic region where reproductive rights are protected and at an institution with like-minded providers who are fierce social justice and reproductive justice advocates.

Hobbies/Interests
Hiking and going to the beach with my 3-year-old Labrador, visiting National Parks, hanging out at local breweries, cooking, baking, refinishing furniture and propagating houseplants.

Fun Fact
I was president and choreographer of my college's performance belly dance team and can balance a sword on my head!

Nandita Ramkumar, MD

Hometown
Plano, TX

Undergraduate
The University of Texas at Dallas

Medical
Baylor College of Medicine

LAC+USC and OBG
I chose Ob/Gyn because I loved the impact that physicians in the field had on their patients both inside and outside the hospital. Ob/Gyn's get to support their patients at practically every stage of their lives while also advocating for them at a societal level. Also, reproductive health in immigrant populations was especially important to me because of my own background and experiences growing up with stigma surrounding women's health. I found the specialty to be a way for me to change this experience for others who faced similar struggles. Essentially, the field perfectly combined my love for surgery, primary care and treating vulnerable patient populations.

I chose USC-LAGMC for two main reasons: the patient population and the people within the program. The patient population is a beautiful, diverse community that allows physicians to form strong bonds with them while participating in their care. Next, the people in the program were some of the warmest and most welcoming during my interview trail. Despite interview socials being virtual, I could sense the large family-like feel of this program! After my interview, I walked away feeling optimistic about residency and my future. Not to mention, the program is situated in a lovely city full of good food, scenic views, and things to do at every turn. Now that I'm here, I cannot imagine myself anywhere else- LA General already feels like home to me!

Hobbies/Interests
I love reading, crocheting, and cooking! My best friend frequently visits Florence, Italy, and while there, learns how to cook authentic Italian dishes. One of my favorite things to do is learning how to cook from her. Most recently, she taught me how to make homemade gnocchi, and it is *chef's kiss*.

Fun Fact
I recently adopted a kitten from my co-intern, Michelle! She found a family of them in her neighborhood and needed to find homes for them. Naturally, she convinced me to take one, and now he runs the house. His name is Zazu, and he's been the most exciting part of my move to LA!

Titles:
Associate Professor of Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology
Residency Program Director, Obstetrics and Gynecology

Bio:

Dr. Dancz is fellowship trained and board certified in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. She works with residents in the urogynecology and gynecology clinics, on the inpatient gynecology wards, and in the operating room. She is the Residency Program Director for Obstetrics and Gynecology and has received multiple teaching awards for resident education.

Dr. Dancz is an ABOG Board Examiner (for Ob/Gyn) and is on national committees through the American Urogynecologic Society (AUGS) and the Council for Resident Education in Obstetrics and Gynecology (CREOG). She is a frequent mentor for resident and fellow research projects, is a reviewer for multiple journals and publishes on a variety of topics. Her main research interests are in conservative management of prolapse, implementation science in the safety-net and medical education.

Titles:
Co-Director of Labor and Delivery at Los Angeles General Hospital Medical Center
Assistant Professor of Clinical OB-GYN

Bio:
Dr. Gomez is a graduate of the USC/LAGMC Maternal-Fetal Medicine Fellowship. She is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is a member of the Society of Maternal-Fetal Medicine and the American Institute of Ultrasound Medicine. Dr. Gomez is passionate about providing culturally competent care to medically underserved populations and teaching medical students, residents, and fellows.

Titles:
Professor of Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology
Ob/Gyn Residency Associate Program Director

Bio:
Dr. Incerpi is the Residency Associate Program Director. He is an active member of the American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists, the Society of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, the Pacific Coast Obstetrical and Gynecologic Society, and the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine. He performs diagnostic ultrasound imaging, and consultations for a variety of obstetric and medical complications. He has a variety of clinical interests and has contributed to the medical literature in the area of stillbirth.

Titles:
Clinical Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Associate Residency Program Director
Director, Obstetrics and Gynecology DEI Program (IDEA)
WE CARE LAG Physician Committee Member
LAG Equity Care Committee Member

Clinical interests:
Equity Patient Care Initiatives, Health Disparities, Patient Experience, Resident Education especially GYN Clinic and Surgery

Bio:
Dr. Mitchell-Chadwick is a Texas native, who identifies as a biracial female person and throughout her life has often been the only women of color in the room. During training, she developed a passion not only for medicine but for addressing inequities in healthcare and the healthcare training process. She attended Texas Tech Medical School before OBGYN residency training at USC/LA General Medical Center. As a senior resident, Dr. Mitchell-Chadwick had the courage to speak-up against disparities and injustices in the Ob/Gyn department and worked to educate and develop solutions. She currently is an Assistant Professor of Clinical OBGYN at USC and is a recognized Champion of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Keck School of Medicine. She has developed a departmental program for DEI, which starts with implicit bias training, and she strives to create a culture shift in OBGYN. Her passions including addressing disparities in clinical care, especially for women and women of color, along with increasing the recruitment and retention of underrepresented providers.