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Sharyl Brasher-Giles, MD, FACOG, is a board-certified OB/GYN specializing in all aspects of women’s health care at Women's Health Services. With more than 23 years of clinical experience, Dr. Brasher-Giles provides outstanding medical care to women of all ages in the communities of Arlington and Grand Prairie, Texas.
Dr. Brasher-Giles is extremely personable and has excellent communication skills. Dedicated to delivering high-quality medical care with warmth and compassion, she is skilled in all aspects of women’s health care.
Women at all stages of life trust Dr. Brasher-Giles to deliver exceptional health services, including obstetrics and pregnancy care, routine gynecology, menopause management, and treatment for a range of conditions, including uterine fibroids, uterine descensus, abnormal bleeding, endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome, and more.
A Texas native, she received her MD from Texas Tech University at Amarillo, where she also completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology. She then moved to Austin, where she practiced for over twenty years. She relocated to Arlington to be closer to her family.
Dr. Brasher-Giles is a fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), and she is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG). She has adult twins and a teenage son and loves “the country life”.
“I love my Doctor and she is amazing, understanding and relatable caring Faithful. I mean just her presence is admirable. Thank you for everything Dr. BG”
Dawnette K. Peppler, MD, FACOG, is a board-certified OB/GYN specializing in obstetric care and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. She brings more than 20 years of clinical experience to her patients at Women’s Health Services in Arlington and Grand Prairie, Texas.
Dedicated to delivering high-quality medical care with warmth and compassion, Dr. Peppler is skilled in all aspects of women’s health care. An expert at performing in-office surgical procedures, she specializes in hysteroscopy, including Novasure® endometrial ablation, Myosure® tissue removal, Nexplanon® birth control implant insertion, and more.
A native of Nebraska, Dr. Peppler received her undergraduate degree from the University of Nebraska at Kearney. She earned her medical degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine in Omaha and completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.
Dr. Peppler is a fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and she is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She and her husband, Donnie, stay busy keeping up with their four daughters and working on projects at home.
Gary Donovitz, MD, is an obstetrician, gynecologist, and hormone specialist at the Institute for Hormonal Balance in Arlington and Prosper, Texas. He has decades of medical experience and is the founding physician of the practice.
Dr. Donovitz founded his private practice in 1985. He provides top-quality care to men and women from all walks of life. He is also the founder, chairman, and medical director of BioTE® Medical, the largest provider of natural hormone pellet therapy in the United States.
He trains physicians and other healthcare providers nationwide on how to correctly use bioidentical hormone pellet therapy.
Dr. Donovitz has been the leader in innovative bioidentical hormone replacement therapy for more than 20 years, changing the course of health care using individualized, comprehensive hormone optimization methods.
Having performed more than 50,000 pellet insertions, he lectures internationally about subcutaneous hormone pellet therapy and has trained nearly 4,000 practitioners in pellet insertion. Dr. Donovitz is also a pioneer in robotic surgery. He has trained physicians nationwide on how to utilize procedures using this cutting-edge technology.
He graduated from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Joe R and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine in San Antonio. Dr. Donovitz completed his residency at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans and is affiliated with USMD Hospital at Arlington in Texas.
He received the Isadore Dyer award for best teaching resident while studying at Tulane University in New Orleans. He’s a fellow in the Royal Society of Medicine, a fellow in the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and the medical director of the Institute for Hormonal Balance.
Dr. Donovitz and BioTE® Medical are committed to helping patients feel better at every age, as hormone balance allows them to thrive during every season of life. He welcomes them to the Institute for Hormone Balance.
Jon T. Ricks, MD, is a skilled board-certified OB/GYN who offers exceptional gynecologic and obstetrics care for adolescents and adult women at his office, Jon T. Ricks, MD PA, in Frisco, Texas. Dr. Ricks is known for his expertise and compassionate, attentive approach to care. He is dedicated to providing the highest quality, individualized care for women in all stages of life.
Earning his medical degree from UT Health Joe R. & Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine (LSOM) in San Antonio, Texas, Dr. Ricks completed his internship and residency at Parkland Memorial Hospital in Dallas, Texas.
Dr. Ricks has been featured in D Magazine’s Best Doctors in Collin County since 2011 and in Frisco Style Magazine as Best Frisco OB/GYN. He affiliates with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center in Dallas, Texas.
As a skilled gynecologist, Dr. Ricks provides a variety of comprehensive services in-office to address acute and chronic health issues that affect a woman’s reproductive and sexual health. He also focuses on preventive care to lower risk factors for cervical cancer, breast cancer, and other diseases.
Dr. Ricks offers both conservative and surgical gynecology treatments to address conditions like endometriosis, abnormal uterine bleeding, and pelvic pain. He performs procedures like dilation and curettage, laparoscopic hysterectomies, incontinence sling procedures, and excision of vaginal or uterine lesions to improve reproductive and sexual function.
Additionally, Dr. Ricks provides comprehensive pregnancy and obstetrics services to care for the evolving needs of expectant mothers and their babies. He is also an expert in labiaplasty and other vaginal revitalization procedures and has extensive training in advanced surgical techniques, including da Vinci® robotic surgery technology.
To schedule a consultation with Dr. Ricks, call the office or book a consultation online today.
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“Dr Ricks and staff are the absolute best! If you’re looking for a great doctor with amazing bedside manner and staff that’s super friendly look no further and give them a call. He answers any questions you have regarding pregnancy and helped us get answers to our infertility. Beyond thankful to have found Dr. Ricks. ”
Tracy Glass, DO, FACOG, is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Advanced Womens Healthcare of Waxahachie. Known for her exceptional skills and bedside manner, Dr. Glass provides the best care possible at her office in Waxahachie, Texas.
“Medicine was a second career for me, born out of a calling from the Lord above. I love my job as an Ob/Gyn, and I love serving the community of Ellis county and surrounding areas. I believe medicine is a partnership between the patient and the physician, so I will take time to explain my recommendations in a way that a patient can understand. I want each patient to play an active role in her healthcare decisions.
We have a wonderfully caring staff, and our patients let us know how much they appreciate that. I want patients to feel at ease during their visit, and I make every effort to listen to their concerns and answer all their questions. We work in a very intimate environment, and the more comfortable a patient feels with me, the more successful I can be at helping her.”
Dr. Glass was born and raised near Austin, Texas. Before earning her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree, Dr. Glass distinguished herself academically, earning concurrent undergraduate degrees with honors in Anthropology and Microbiology. While completing her bachelor studies, she began her graduate studies and went on to earn a Master’s degree in Cell Biology. She has received numerous teaching awards, and her research contributions have been published in several major scientific journals, including Brain Research and the Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology.
A highly respected surgeon and laparoscopist, Dr. Glass is well-known for her exceptional skill in performing complex laparoscopic procedures, minimally invasive surgery, and pelvic reconstruction surgery.
Dr. Glass is actively involved in medical, surgical, and evangelical missionary work and enjoys sharing her faith and talents with those in need. She considers it one of the greatest gifts of service she could offer another. When not caring for patients, Dr. Glass enjoys spending time with her family, running, camping, hiking, or competing in triathlons. She is an ultramarathoner, an Ironman, and a mother of three amazing kids.
Gregory Kroeger, MD, FACOG, is a compassionate and skilled obstetrician and gynecologist serving patients at Advanced Womens Healthcare of Waxahachie in Waxahachie, Texas.
Dr. Kroeger grew up in Midland, Texas. He attended Texas Tech University, graduating summa cum laude in 1994 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Zoology. He attended Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center for medical school and then completed his residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Scott and White Memorial Hospital in Temple, Texas.
He spent 14 years in private practice in Abilene, Texas. During part of this time, Dr. Kroeger served as Chief of Obstetrics and Gynecology at both Hendrick Medical Center and Abilene Regional Medical Center. In 2017, Dr. Kroeger was recruited to Waxahachie by Baylor Scott & White Health System. He brings years of experience and advanced surgical skills in minimally invasive surgery and complex laparoscopic procedures. Dr. Kroeger also has advanced training in pelvic reconstructive surgery and the management of urinary incontinence. Dr. Kroeger is married and has three children. He enjoys spending time with his family, pursuing his faith, and spending time outdoors, hiking, hunting, or fishing.
“I believe that all life is sacred and that we are created in His image and likeness. Helping to bring life into the world is an awesome and humbling privilege – an honor that is typically given to a physician based on a patient’s comfort, confidence, and trust. Building this trust requires a relationship where the patient feels that their concerns are heard, their questions answered, and their conditions adequately explained and addressed. This is what I strive to do for my patients.”
Certified Nurse Practitioner-Midwife, Marie T. Murphy, received her early nursing and midwifery education in her birth country of Ireland and later in Scotland. She has practiced midwifery in various culturally diverse locales, such as Abu Dhabi, London, Perth, and Saudi Arabia. Her travels permitted her a unique perspective in understanding and developing respect for the cultural backgrounds of women around the globe.
During her time in Saudi Arabia, Marie was introduced to her future husband, Steve Larma of Fort Worth, which led to her traveling to America in 1991. Marie then set out to complete her RN and midwifery training in the Labor & Delivery departments of Mesa General Hospital (Phoenix, AZ), and later North Hills Hospital (North Richland Hills, TX). She was also granted US citizenship. In 1996, Marie was awarded her CNM license with the American College of Nurse Midwives.
Today, Marie partners with Dr. Patrick Allen to provide high-quality gynecological care to women in the Richland Hills, TX area. She has a special interest in adolescent gynecology.
Born and raised in Texas, Dr. Patrick Allen understands the unique healthcare needs of the local community. He dedicates his life’s work to providing superior gynecology care to the women of Texas. Dr. Allen has a special interest in minimally invasive surgery, especially robotic-assisted surgery and hormone replacement therapy. He is the Director of the Robotics program at North Hills Hospital.
He received his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M in 1981 and awarded his Doctor of Medicine in 1995 from the University of Texas Health Science Center. He completed his four-year residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Oklahoma University Health Science Center.
Dr. Allen serves as a Diplomat on the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He maintains licensures in Texas and Oklahoma and is active in a number of professional societies including the American Medical Association and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
In his free time, Dr. Allen actively participates in the parish church and school and is a Masters swimmer. He is married with three children.
“Good, happy with my visit. Also I told Dr.Allen he looks like the guy on the Buick commercial but its a Volvo commercial. Look out for the Commerical and see if you think he looks like him”
Dr. Patrick Allen, MD
OB-GYN
7560 Glenview Drive
Suite 106
Richland Hills, TX 76180
“Great provider! Listened to my concerns and help me make decisions to better improve my health and lifestyle. Could not say nicer things about this place!”
Gary Donovitz, MD, is an obstetrician, gynecologist, and hormone specialist at the Institute for Hormonal Balance in Arlington and Prosper, Texas. He has decades of medical experience and is the founding physician of the practice.
Dr. Donovitz founded his private practice in 1985. He provides top-quality care to men and women from all walks of life. He is also the founder, chairman, and medical director of BioTE® Medical, the largest provider of natural hormone pellet therapy in the United States.
He trains physicians and other healthcare providers nationwide on how to correctly use bioidentical hormone pellet therapy.
Dr. Donovitz has been the leader in innovative bioidentical hormone replacement therapy for more than 20 years, changing the course of health care using individualized, comprehensive hormone optimization methods.
Having performed more than 50,000 pellet insertions, he lectures internationally about subcutaneous hormone pellet therapy and has trained nearly 4,000 practitioners in pellet insertion. Dr. Donovitz is also a pioneer in robotic surgery. He has trained physicians nationwide on how to utilize procedures using this cutting-edge technology.
He graduated from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Joe R and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine in San Antonio. Dr. Donovitz completed his residency at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans and is affiliated with USMD Hospital at Arlington in Texas.
He received the Isadore Dyer award for best teaching resident while studying at Tulane University in New Orleans. He’s a fellow in the Royal Society of Medicine, a fellow in the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and the medical director of the Institute for Hormonal Balance.
Dr. Donovitz and BioTE® Medical are committed to helping patients feel better at every age, as hormone balance allows them to thrive during every season of life. He welcomes them to the Institute for Hormone Balance.
Ruth Wiley, DO, PA, is an experienced osteopathic OB/GYN at Eighth Avenue Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Magnolia Tower location in Fort Worth, Texas. She offers comprehensive obstetrics and gynecology services to women of all ages. Dr. Wiley was born in San Antonio, Texas. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of Texas at San Antonio, where she completed graduate courses in biology and chemistry. Dr. Wiley received her medical degree from the University of North Texas Health Science Center College of Osteopathic Medicine in Fort Worth. She completed her residency at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, where she served as chief resident. Dr. Wiley began practicing medicine in 2008, with a special interest in adolescent/college-aged women’s health, obstetrics, menopause, and basic infertility.
Dr. Wiley maintains her advanced credentials with continuing education and uses the most innovative technology and procedures. She is a board-eligible member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and a member of the American Medical Association, Fort Worth OB/GYN Society, Texas Medical Association, Texas Osteopathic Medical Association, American Medical Women’s Association, and Tarrant County Medical Society.
When not at the office, Dr. Wiley enjoys spending time with her three children, traveling, running, and reading. She is currently accepting new patients and warmly welcomes them to Eighth Avenue Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Heather Neville, MD, shares her experience as an OB/GYN with patients at the Magnolia Tower location of Eighth Avenue Obstetrics and Gynecology in Fort Worth, Texas. Listed as a Top Doctor by Fort Worth Magazine for several years, she offers comprehensive obstetrics and gynecology care to women.
Dr. Neville attended medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio and completed her internship and residency at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth. Dr. Neville has over a decade of experience, including several years in private practice, treating OB/GYN patients of all ages with her compassionate bedside manner.
She maintains her advanced credentials with continuing education and stays up-to-date with the latest advances in women’s health. Dr. Neville is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and a member of the Texas Medical Association, American Medical Association, Tarrant County Medical Society, and the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
When she’s not at the office, Dr. Neville enjoys running, cycling, and playing basketball. She is currently accepting new patients and welcomes them to Eighth Avenue Obstetrics and Gynecology.
“Dr. Neville always makes you feel at ease no matter the situation. She takes time to develop personal relationships with her patients and goes the extra mile.”
Rita Wood, DO, is an OB/GYN at the Eighth Avenue Obstetrics and Gynecology office in the Medical District of Fort Worth, Texas. She specializes in contraception management, abnormal bleeding, infertility, preconception care, comprehensive prenatal care, urogynecology, and minimally invasive surgery.
Dr. Wood is originally from Houston, Texas. She attended medical school at the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth, and completed residency training at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth. She maintains her advanced credentials with continuing education.
Dr. Wood cares for women of all ages, from adolescence through menopause and beyond, using innovative, advanced technology and techniques. Her patients enjoy her warm, compassionate bedside manner.
Dr. Wood serves a diverse community and is fluent in Spanish. In her free time, she enjoys reading, doing yoga, and spending time with her husband. She is currently accepting new patients and welcomes them to Eighth Avenue Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Cynthia Robbins, MD, PA, is an experienced OB/GYN at the Eighth Avenue Obstetrics and Gynecology office in the Medical District of Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Robbins is consistently named “Top Doc” by Fort Worth Magazine and earned the Patient's Choice Award, honoring her as one of the best physicians in Texas.
Dr. Robbins earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Texas at Arlington. She then earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School in Houston. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Scott and White Memorial Hospital in Temple, Texas, serving as chief resident.
After residency training, Dr. Robbins established a private practice in Fort Worth. She’s served Dallas-Fort Worth area patients of all ages with quality, personalized care for over two decades. Women requiring minimally invasive gynecological procedures or routine obstetrics care are in good hands with Dr. Robbins.
She maintains her advanced credentials with continuing education courses and uses the most innovative, state-of-the-art technology during procedures. Dr. Robbins is board-certified and affiliated with the Texas Medical Board, American Medical Association, and American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
In her spare time, Dr. Robbins enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with her five children. She is currently accepting new patients and is excited to welcome them to Eighth Avenue Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Pattyann Hardt, MD, PA, FACOG, is an experienced gynecologist at Eighth Avenue Obstetrics and Gynecology in the Medical District of Fort Worth, Texas. She offers comprehensive, personalized women’s health care to patients of all ages.
Dr. Hardt graduated with a master’s degree in education from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, and earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School in Galveston. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth.
Dr. Hardt has over a decade of experience treating patients with numerous gynecological conditions, such as heavy menstrual bleeding, uterine fibroids, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). She uses the most innovative, advanced technology and techniques during women’s health procedures.
She maintains her advanced credentials with continuing education and is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. She holds affiliations with the American Medical Association, Texas Medical Association, and Fort Worth OB/GYN Society. Dr. Hardt is also a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.
Dr. Hardt was a recipient of the prestigious Pritchard Prize for Research in 2008, Patients' Choice Award, Most Compassionate Doctor Award, and was named a “Top Doc” by Fort Worth Magazine.
Dr. Hardt is a mother of two and enjoys spending time with her family when she’s not at the office. She is currently accepting new patients and encourages them to visit Eighth Avenue Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Laura Bradford, MD, provides compassionate, comprehensive women’s health services to patients of all ages at Eighth Avenue Obstetrics and Gynecology in the Medical District of Fort Worth, Texas.
Dr. Bradford earned her medical degree from Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas, and completed her internship and residency at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth. She has over two decades of experience treating OB/GYN patients in private practice. She specializes in all areas of obstetrics and gynecology care.
Dr. Bradford was a member of the teaching faculty at North Texas Affiliated Medical Group and John Peter Smith Hospital, where she supervised and taught at sixteen OB/GYN residency programs in county and private hospital settings.
Dr. Bradford is board-certified with the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and maintains her advanced credentials with continuing education, so she is aware of the latest advancements in women’s health care.
When not attending to her patients, she enjoys sports, gardening, and crafts. Dr. Bradford is currently accepting new patients and is excited to welcome them to Eighth Avenue Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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