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Originally from Idaho, Steven R. MacDonald, MD graduated from the University of Idaho with a B.A. in philosophy and zoology. He received his medical degree in 1993 from Northwestern University Medical School in Chicago. Dr. MacDonald completed his residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University.

Dr. MacDonald joined OB/GYN North Dallas in 1999 after working for the Public Health Service on an Indian reservation in Montana. Dr. MacDonald specializes in routine and high-risk obstetrical care and gynecological care. He is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a Fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. He serves on the Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano committees, has been a past chair of several committees, and is current chair of the Women’s and Infants’ Committee. Dr. MacDonald resides in Dallas and enjoys spending time with his wife and three daughters.

John Paul Roberts is a top board-certified physician at OB-GYN North Dallas, in Plano, Texas. His area of expertise is obstetrics and gynecology, and he offers prenatal care, mammograms, birth control options, and pap smears. He also offers treatment options for infertility, menopause, irregular bleeding, and high-risk pregnancies. 

Dr. Roberts encourages patients living in and around Plano, Texas, to visit his office for all of their OBGYN needs, especially if they have concerns about specific reproductive health issues. He strives to offer individualized, patient-centered care to everyone who enters his office seeking treatment.

Dr. Roberts received his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine. He completed both his internship and his residency at Northwestern University's McGraw Medical Center. Dr. Roberts is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Board Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecolgy, and a Certified Provider of The Menopause Society. He continues to pursue his education in an attempt to provide his patients with access to the latest in medical advancements in reproductive health and well-being.

Consistently one of the highest-rated Gynecologists serving the communities in and around Plano Texas, Dr Robins specializes in all aspects of Women's Wellness healthcare.  Practicing at OB-GYN Associates North Dallas for over 30 years, Dr. Robins provides gynecology services for women of all ages, treating conditions such as fibroids, endometriosis, ovarian cysts and hormonal imbalances including peri and postmenopausal issues.  He provides customized hormone treatments including BIOTE.  He also offers in office procedures such as treatments for abnormal Pap smears, endometrial ablation, hysteroscopy, and IUD placement with anesthesia options available.  He also has offers INMODE EMPOWER RF treatments for conditions such as urinary incontinence, vaginal atrophy, vaginal rejuvenation, and laxity.  The office also has aesthetic treatments such as injectables and Morpheus 8 available.  Dr Robins is also an experienced Davinci robotic surgeon for any necessary gynecological surgery such as hysterectomies, myomectomies, or ovarian cyst removal.  The office also offers ultrasound, mammography and laboratory services.

Before earning his medical degree at UTMB Galveston, Dr Robins received his undergraduate degree at UT Austin. He went on to complete his residency in OBGYN at University of Texas Southwestern Medical School/Parkland Memorial Hospital.

Dr Robins is a Dallas native and has been married for over 30 years.  He and his wife have two daughters and five grandchildren.  He enjoys golfing and spending time with friends and family.  You can count on Dr Robins for compassionate, friendly and knowledgeable medical care for every stage of your life.

A Frisco, Texas native and Texas A&M University graduate, Dr. Burt received his medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in 1998. He completed his residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School / Parkland Hospital.

Dr. Burt joined OB/GYN North Dallas in 2002. Board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Burt maintains his appointment as clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at UT Southwestern. He serves on numerous hospital committees, including the Credentials, Surgical Services, and Peer Review committees. His areas of interest include complicated, high-risk pregnancies and operative gynecology including da Vinci robotic surgery. He is the current chairman of the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano.

Dr. Burt is an avid fly fisherman and outdoorsman. He enjoys spending his time with his wife and two children. He is also fluent in Spanish.

You can visit Dr. Burt's website at www.randalljburtmd.com.

Born in Christiansted, St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands and raised in Texas, Dr. Taylor received her degree in biology at Texas A&M University. After obtaining her medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in 2005, Dr. Taylor completed her residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School / Parkland Hospital. Dr. Taylor is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a trained da Vinci robotic surgeon.

Dr. Taylor joined OB/GYN North Dallas in 2009. She resides in Frisco, Texas with her husband and two children. Her interests include running, biking, and other outdoor activities.

Dr. Taylor has been named "Best Doctor in Collin County" every year since 2017.

Angela Watson, MD, will be joining our practice in January 2017. Dr. Watson graduated from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston and completed her residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in 2008.

She has been in private practice in Arlington for the past eight years. Dr. Watson is Board Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is skilled in all aspects of obstetrics and gynecology, including minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic procedures. She lives in Frisco with her husband and two children.

Laura Hutcherson (née Kenyon), MD, is from Plano and attended The University of Texas at Austin, receiving her undergraduate degree in Biomedical Engineering with honors and a minor in American Sign Language. Dr. Hutcherson completed her medical degree from The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School with a distinction in research. Her clinical research involved designing and implementing a clinical trial to reduce post-operative pain after total laparoscopic hysterectomy with ice application. She is also a proud recipient of the Annelle M. Ahmed, MD Women’s Health Care Award, given to medical students exemplifying the esteemed clinician, Dr. Ahmed. Dr. Hutcherson continued her medical training at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School/Parkland Hospital, where she completed her obstetrics and gynecology residency. Throughout her educational career, she has persistently mentored fellow peers and cared for the underserved through volunteering and mission trips.   

Dr. Hutcherson joined OBGYN North Dallas in September 2025 while returning to her hometown of Plano.  She is drawn to obstetrics because it touches on one of the most personal and universal seasons of a woman’s life. She also has a particular interest in gynecologic surgery and surgical innovation, given her background as an engineer. 

Ultimately, Dr. Hutcherson aims to be an advocate, confidante, and resource for each of her patients. She provides a wide range of services for women of all ages, including routine obstetrics/gynecologic care. 

Outside of work, she enjoys spoiling her cockapoo, playing amateur pickleball, singing karaoke, and planning her next beach vacation. Dr. Hutcherson is happily married to a fellow engineer and is a new mother to a beautiful baby girl.

Kristin Tabor, MD, will be joining our practice in October 2022 from Austin, TX where she has been in private practice since 2018. She is originally from the DFW area and is excited to be returning home. Dr. Tabor received her undergraduate degree at Boston University, then graduated from The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School for her medical degree.

Dr. Tabor finished her residency training in obstetrics & gynecology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School/Parkland Hospital. She then completed a Fellowship in Robotics & Advanced Pelvic Surgery. Dr. Tabor is Board Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a trained da Vinci robotic surgeon. Her interests include running, swimming, and international travel. She lives with her husband and her Corgi, Joule.

Dr. Lee was born in California but grew up outside of Dallas in Rockwall. She received her education and Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Health at the top ranked Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland. She then went on to complete her medical education at University of Texas Medical Branch-Galveston.

She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at one of the largest and busiest OBGYN training programs in the nation- University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and Parkland Memorial Hospital in Dallas. She then worked in the maternal fetal medicine department as faculty at one of the top ranked medical centers- Washington University St Louis.

She joined Plano Healthcare for Women in 2016 with Gwen Webster, MD. Dr. Webster retired from private practice in June 2025 and Dr. Lee joined OBGYN North Dallas. Dr. Lee has a special interest in high-risk obstetrics, routine premenopausal and menopausal gynecology, and minimally invasive gynecological procedures Dr. Lee and her husband, Dr. William Hotchkiss currently live in Plano with their 2 children and dogs. She loves spending time with her family and friends, hosting dinners/parties, reading, and going to church.

Nedra Rice, MD, FACOG, is an OB/GYN at Contemporary Women’s Care in Plano, Texas. Dr. Rice is passionate about women’s health issues and places significant value on patient education. She believes that health care delivery can be kind and compassionate and strives to provide an atmosphere for her patients that is both understanding and comfortable.

Prior to becoming an OB/GYN, Dr. Rice earned a bachelor’s and master’s degree in social work and practiced as a Licensed Master’s Social Worker. She later received her medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and then completed her medical training with an OB/GYN residency at the Health Science Center’s University Hospital in San Antonio.

Dr. Rice is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and is a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. She is affiliated with several local hospitals, including Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano and Baylor Scott & White Centennial Frisco.

In her personal life, Dr. Rice enjoys traveling, snow skiing, and relaxing with a good book or movie. Dr. Rice is originally from Dallas and is thrilled to give back to her hometown community.

Sydney Cundiff is a board-certified Physician Assistant with a longstanding passion for pediatric medicine. She earned her undergraduate degree in Nutrition, with a minor in Addictive Disorders, from Texas Tech University in Lubbock. She went on to complete her Master of Physician Assistant Studies at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Midland.

A proud native of the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Sydney is honored to serve the community she grew up in. She is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care for children and their families, with values built on lasting relationships that support each stage of a child's development.

Outside of her clinical work, Sydney is an avid reader and enjoys staying active through group fitness. She has recently taken up pickleball as a beginner and loves attending local community events. In her free time, she travels with her friends, spends time in Plano with her husband, and enjoys the company of her dog, Maggie

Dr. Julia Chowdhury, M.D., is a leading OB/GYN providing top-quality care for women in and around Plano and Dallas, TX. As a licensed OB/GYN and a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Chowdhury is skilled in an array of medical procedures and treatments to help women of all ages stay healthy, including well woman exams and pap smears, menopause care, infertility consultation, breast cancer screenings, treatment of irregular and heavy periods and menstrual cramp relief, treatment of urinary tract infections (UTI),  testing and treatment of sexually-transmitted diseases (STDs), prenatal care, and c-sections. In addition, she offers women a comprehensive choice of birth control options, including IUD insertion and birth control implant (NEXPLANON®) insertion. Dr. Chowdhury also has extensive experience in advanced diagnostic and minimally-invasive procedures, including colposcopy to help women learn the causes of abnormal pap smear test results, endometrial biopsy, and endometrial ablation with the state-of-the-art Novasure® approach.

As a leading OB/GYN in the Dallas area, Dr. Chowdhury puts the needs of her patients first, placing an emphasis on custom, patient-centered care and treatment options based on the unique needs of the individual patient. She enjoys working with women of all ages to develop long-lasting relationships that foster a sense of compassion and trust, helping women feel confident about their health and wellness at every stage of life.

Dr. Chowdhury earned her medical degree in Tennessee and completed her residency in Grand Rapids, Mich. Committed to developing her own skills and expertise, she continues to take part in continuing medical education activities to ensure her patients have access to the broadest array of cutting-edge treatments and care options. In addition to caring for patients at her own practice, Dr. Chowdhury is also affiliated with the Medical City - Plano and the Surgical Center of Plano..

Dr. Chowdhury enjoys having the opportunity to care for new patients at her Plano practice, and she speaks English, Bengali, Hindi, Urdu and Spanish. Center for Women's Healthcare accepts many major medical insurance plans.

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Joan Bergstrom, MD, FACOG, MBA, is the founder of Women’s Health Services. With more than 30 years of clinical experience, Dr. Bergstrom was the first female OB/GYN to serve the Arlington and Grand Prairie, Texas, communities. Dr. Bergstrom delivers excellent care for women at all stages of life with compassion, warmth, and respect.

Patients trust Dr. Bergstrom for the treatment of a range of conditions, including uterine fibroids and polyps, urinary incontinence, abnormal bleeding, vaginal and uterine prolapse, and more. An expert gynecologic surgeon, she is skilled at a wide range of surgical procedures, such as vaginal hysterectomies, vaginal prolapse repairs, and bladder suspensions

Dr. Bergstrom went on to earn her Master of Business Administration from Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas. In 2012, she became the first woman to serve as chief of staff at Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital in Arlington.

Dr. Bergstrom is a fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and she is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. In her leisure time, she enjoys cooking for her family and playing Scrabble with her daughters.

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Jessica Brown, MD, is a board eligible OB/GYN in the Arlington and Grand Prairie communities of Texas, where she treats patients at Women’s Health Services. With more than six years of professional experience, Dr. Brown is an honest and friendly physician with a passion for obstetrics, adolescent gynecology, family planning, in office procedures and minimally invasive surgery.

A lifelong Texan, Dr. Brown was born and raised in Houston. After attending Baylor University in Waco, Texas, Dr. Brown received a BA in sociology in 2009, graduating as an honors scholar with a distinction in research. In 2013, she earned her medical degree from the University of Texas at Southwestern Medical School in Dallas.

Dr. Brown stayed at the University of Texas at Southwestern Medical School in Dallas to complete her residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Brown is a member of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the American Medical Association.

Her primary goal as a physician is to make her patients feel as relaxed and comfortable as possible in her care while educating women and helping them take control of their own health. She is an accomplished physician with excellent surgical skills.

Outside of the office, Dr. Brown enjoys spending time with family and friends. She and her husband, Paul, have one son, with whom they love spending time.

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Sheri Puffer, MD, FACOG is a board-certified OB/GYN with over 13 years of experience in obstetrics and gynecology. A compassionate and dedicated physician, Dr. Puffer is committed to building strong relationships with her patients, ensuring they receive the highest quality of care. She established her private practice at Women’s Health Services in Arlington Texas, to provide personalized and comprehensive women's healthcare.

Originally from Toronto, Canada, Dr. Puffer relocated to Texas in 1992 and pursued undergraduate studies in biology at the University of Texas at Austin. She later earned her medical doctorate from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, where she discovered her passion for women’s healthcare. Following medical school, she completed her OB/GYN residency at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, refining her expertise in patient care and surgical techniques.

As a highly skilled physician and gynecological surgeon, Dr. Puffer specializes in treating a broad spectrum of women’s health conditions, including high-risk pregnancies, uterine fibroids, birth control, endometriosis, uterine descensus, menstrual pain, and menopause. She is also proficient in minimally invasive gynecological procedures, utilizing advanced technology such as the Da Vinci Robot to enhance precision and improve patient outcomes. At her practice, she offers innovative in-office treatments, including colposcopy, Myosure® Uterine Ablation, loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP), and hysteroscopy procedures.

Dr. Puffer is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG) and serves as Maternal Medical Director at Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital. Beyond her medical career, she and her husband, Ashton, are proud parents of three wonderful children—two sons and one daughter—who keep them busy with hockey, golf, and swimming. In her spare time, Dr. Puffer enjoys baking, reading, and traveling.

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Joy Carter, MD, FACOG, is a board-certified OB/GYN who provides outstanding care to women of all ages at Women’s Health Services. With more than 12 years of clinical experience, Dr. Carter provides a wide array of women’s health services to her patients.  She is now focusing her practice on gynecology and has special certification in the treatment of Menopause.

Dr. Carter is dedicated to patient education and strives to empower her patients to make informed decisions about their personal health. She offers warm, compassionate care to all patients with gynecological conditions such as endometriosis, uterine fibroids, uterine descensus, abnormal bleeding, and menopause.

After receiving her Bachelor of Science in biology from Baylor University in Waco, Texas, Dr. Carter earned a Master of Science in biological science from Southern Methodist University in Dallas. She then earned her Doctor of Medicine from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas, where she also completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology.

Dr. Carter 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, Brian, have three children. In her leisure time, she enjoys knitting and outdoor activities such as camping and hiking.

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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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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.