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Brittany Abbate, PA, is a certified physician assistant specializing in women’s health. She provides expert care to patients at Women’s Wellness MD in Columbia, Maryland.

Dedicated to providing comprehensive and evidence-based care, Brittany tailors each treatment plan to meet her patients' unique needs. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of South Florida and earned her Physician Assistant degree from Xavier University of Louisiana in New Orleans. To further enhance her expertise, she holds a certification in colposcopy from the American Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology (ASCCP).

Brittany is passionate about empowering women through education and personalized healthcare. She emphasizes open communication and trust, ensuring her patients feel comfortable and supported in making informed decisions about their health. Her clinical interests include preventive care, reproductive health, and minimally invasive procedures that promote long-term wellness.

Originally from Arizona, Brittany combines her professional knowledge with a compassionate bedside manner, creating a welcoming environment for every patient she sees. She strives to build lasting relationships that go beyond the exam room, helping women at all stages of life feel confident in their healthcare journey.

When she is not caring for patients, Brittany enjoys traveling to new destinations and attending live music events. Her warm, approachable nature allows her to connect easily with others, both in and out of the clinic. 

About Dr. Young

As a leader in modern women’s health solutions and a highly regarded gynecologic surgeon, Carolynn Young, MD, is a trusted physician for women of all ages. Dr. Young treats patients at Rockville Gynecology in Rockville, Maryland.

After completing her undergraduate degree, graduating summa cum laude, from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Dr. Young was accepted into medical school. She earned her doctor of medicine from the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in Nashville, Tennessee, where she was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. 

Dr. Young then completed an obstetrics and gynecology residency through Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk. She’s currently board certified through the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and a member of the American Association of Gynecological Laparoscopists.

Throughout her career, Dr. Young has gained extensive experience in pelvic floor surgery and minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Young regularly speaks at conferences and teaches her peers about modern surgical procedures and women’s health topics. She has special interests in uterine fibroids, abnormal bleeding, contraception, adolescent gynecology, and abnormal Pap smears. 

Dr. Young was even the first physician to perform robotic surgery using the da Vinci® system at the Johns Hopkins Medicine Suburban Hospital in Bethesda, Maryland, in 2009. She continues to utilize the da Vinci system to perform hysterectomy, myomectomy, resection of endometriosis, and removal of ovarian cyst procedures. 

Outside of Rockville Gynecology, Dr. Young serves as the co-director of the Robotic Surgery Steering Committee at Shady Grove Adventist Hospital in Rockville. Because of her expertise and dedication to patient care, Dr. Young was recognized as the Top Doctor in the Washingtonian magazine every year since 2015. 

When she’s not busy caring for patients, Dr. Young enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends. She likes to travel to experience new cultures, exercise, read, and go on boat rides. Dr. Young truly enjoys learning about and experiencing anything to do with Italy.

Dr. Leonard Bienkowski provides gynecology services to patients in Frederick, Mount Airy & Urbana, Maryland. He is a member of the staff at Capital Women’s Care.

Dr. Bienkowski earned his medical degree at the Academy of Medicine in Wroclaw, Poland, where he graduated in 1982. Dr. Bienkowski later completed his residency at St. Agnes Hospital and the University of Maryland Hospital in 1986. Although he has studied all aspects of obstetrics and gynecology during his career, his primary areas of interest include endometrial ablation, natural hormone therapy, and menopause. In his spare time, Dr. Bienkowski enjoys reading, sports, and travel. He has 2 children.

Dr. Bienkowski has decades of experience in obstetrics and gynecology. He is no longer performing deliveries at this time, but he provides other valuable services to patients. Patients who are interested in making an appointment with Dr. Bienkowski can contact Capital Women’s Care for a consultation or an appointment.

Dr. Renee Thomas-Spencer provides obstetric and gynecology services to patients in Mount Airy and Frederick, Maryland. She is an experienced physician and a member of the staff at Capital Women’s Care.

Dr. Thomas-Spencer earned a bachelor’s of science degree in biology from the University of Maryland, College Park, where she graduated in 1993. Dr. Thomas-Spencer also served in the 2290th United States Army Reserves Unit during the Desert Storm War in 1991.

After receiving her undergraduate degree, Dr. Thomas-Spencer went to medical school at Howard University College of Medicine, where she graduated in 1999. She completed her residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Morehouse School of Medicine and Grady Memorial Hospital in 2003.

Dr. Thomas-Spencer’s areas of interest include laparoscopic procedures, minimally-invasive procedures, and adolescent gynecology. She’s Board Certified from the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.

Dr. Thomas-Spencer is married and has 1 daughter. She grew up in Frederick, Maryland, and she is excited and proud to be practicing medicine in her hometown.

Bio for Dr. Padhy

Dr. Amy Heyman is a valued member of the medical staff at Capital Women’s Care. She provides a number of different services for patients in and around Frederick, Mount Airy & Urbana, Maryland.

Dr. Heyman completed 4 years of undergraduate training at Michigan State University. After receiving her bachelor’s degree, she attended medical school at the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine.

After medical school, Dr. Heyman completed her internship and residency at the Genesys Regional Medical Center in Grand Blanc, Michigan. Her professional interests include minimally-invasive gynecologic surgery, adolescent gynecology, and menopausal gynecology. In her spare time, she enjoys spending quality time with her family, watching movies, traveling, and being outdoors.

Dr. Heyman is currently accepting new patients. She offers services in both obstetrics and gynecology. To make an appointment or receive a consultation from Dr. Heyman, patients should contact Capital Women’s Care. The practice is currently welcoming new patients.

Tushar Shetty, MD joined the team at Capital Women's Care Frederick in 2024. Raised in Metro Detroit, Dr. Shetty completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan, earning a Bachelor of Science in both Neuroscience and Spanish in 2014. He then worked as a secondary education teacher through Teach for America in Southwest Detroit. Through that experience, he gained an interest in health education, especially in teen pregnancy as the school accommodated pregnant students. This brought him to medicine, where he completed his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 2020, further growing his passion for women's health. He stayed in Detroit to complete his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Detroit Medical Center - Hutzel Women's Hospital in 2024.

Dr. Shetty is passionate about holistic obstetric and gynecologic care, offering comprehensive services and acute care. He is training in minimally invasive surgery. His interests include uterine fibroids management and contraceptive care. He understands his unique position as a provider allows him to serve as an advocate for women, and aspires to provide longitudinal care from adolescence to post-menopause. He looks forward to serving the Frederick community.

Eva Pickler, MD, FACOG, joined Capital Women’s Care (Division 33) in Frederick in May 2024. A native of North Carolina, Dr. Pickler received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry from North Carolina State University. She also earned a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. After a career in the corporate world, Dr. Pickler went on to earn her medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine in 1998 and completed her residency program in Obstetrics and Gynecology at East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, Tennessee in 2002. She remained in Johnson City for fourteen years in private practice before relocating to northern Virginia. She has been an obstetric hospitalist at Frederick Health Hospital since 2017.

Dr. Pickler is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Her practice with Capital Women’s Care is focused on caring for the obstetric patient in the hospital setting and performing urgent gynecologic surgeries as needed.

Dr. Pickler is married and has a menagerie of animals. She believes in striving for your goals, one of which she completed for herself in 2021 when she summited Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa. In her spare time, she enjoys personal fitness, steeplechase horse racing, and travel, including a yearly trip to Guatemala for medical missions.

Dr. Gerrit Schipper is a dedicated member of the staff at Capital Women’s Care. Although he is no longer performing deliveries, he offers a number of other valuable services to patients in and around the area of Mount Airy and Frederick, Maryland.

Before beginning his career in Maryland, Dr. Schipper attended the Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara in Zapopan, Mexico. He graduated from university in 1979 and obtained his medical degree from the Track V Program at the University of Maryland Medical School. Dr. Schipper completed both his internship and residency at South Baltimore General Hospital. He is a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

During his medical training, Dr. Schipper studied the fields of obstetrics and gynecology in detail. His areas of interest include vaginal surgery, operative laparoscopy, female incontinence, and pelvic floor disorders. Dr. Schipper’s personal interests include travel, Latin America, and agriculture. Call or schedule an appointment online with Dr. Schipper at Capital Women’s Care.

Board-certified OB/GYN Roy Khoury, MD, FACOG has extensive training in overall women’s health and modern gynecological surgery. He’s currently accepting new patients at Capital Women’s Care.

Dr. Khoury completed both his undergraduate degree and medical degree from Saint Joseph University in Philadelphia. He went through his residency in obstetrics and gynecology at The George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, DC.

To further his expertise, Dr. Khoury then completed advanced training in laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgical techniques through the Johnson & Johnson Institute/Ethicon Endosurgery (EES) fellowship program. He’s also a fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and is board certified through the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Dr. Khoury continues to be involved in medical teaching and education. Throughout his career, Dr. Khoury has received numerous awards and was even recognized as the Best Teaching Educator at Holy Cross Hospital. He currently serves as an assistant clinical professor at The George Washington University and president of the medical executive committee at the Maryland Surgery Center for Women.

Being fluent in English, French, Arabic, and medical Spanish allows Dr. Khoury to communicate with patients from diverse cultural backgrounds. When he’s away from the clinic, Dr. Khoury enjoys skiing, tennis, and spending time with his wife and two children.

Meet Dr. Tyan, a leading expert in obstetrics and gynecology, committed to providing exceptional, patient-centered care. With a deep dedication to his patient's health, Dr. Tyan combines cutting-edge medical expertise with a compassionate approach, ensuring every patient feels supported and empowered throughout their healthcare journey.

Dr. Tyan's extensive training sets him apart. After earning his medical degree (MD), he completed his residency in obstetrics and gynecology at George Washington University. He then pursued an elite fellowship in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery at the University of North Carolina, one of the top-ranked Ob/Gyn programs in the nation. He also holds a Master’s degree in clinical research from the highly esteemed University of North Carolina's Gilling’s School of Global Public Health.

Specializing in minimally invasive surgery, Dr. Tyan is dedicated to offering the most advanced and effective treatment options for his patients. Dr. Tyan has established himself as a referral source for complex pelvic sugrery within the community. He has delivered exceptional surgical care for thounsands of patients needing care for endometriosis, fibroids, or other complex gynecologic conditions. He maintains a busy surgical practice of upwards of 300 surgeries per year.  

Dr. Tyan is widely recognized as one of the nation’s top Ob/Gyn physicians. He has authored over 35 peer-reviewed scientific articles and book chapters, and his work has been cited more than 250 times by the scientific community. Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and a Diplomat of both the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists, Dr. Tyan is at the forefront of his field.

Krysten Costley, MD, originally from Hartford, Connecticut, and a proud native of Atlanta, Georgia, is a distinguished obstetrician and gynecologist (OB/GYN). She currently serves patients at Capital Women's Care in Arlington, Virginia. 

Raised by Jamaican parents, she is the middle sibling of two boys. Dr. Costley earned her Bachelor of Arts in anthropology from Haverford College in Pennsylvania and her medical degree from Rush Medical College in Chicago, Illinois. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee, where she was chief resident in her final year.

Dr. Costley specializes in general obstetric and gynecologic care. She is particularly interested in abnormal uterine bleeding, contraception, fibroid management, hysteroscopy, and minimally invasive surgeries, including laparoscopy and robotic techniques. She is dedicated to providing a patient-centered, holistic approach to care and works collaboratively with her patients.

In her free time, Dr. Costley enjoys traveling, exploring new restaurants, and attending soccer games. Her personal goal is to experience every World Cup.