Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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.
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.
“Dr. MacDonald is phenomenal. He’s so kind, caring and has such a great bedside manner. Brandy, his nurse is excellent and I love getting to chat with her. All the front desk staff is very helpful and friendly. Thank y’all for making this an easy transition.”
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.
In September 2025, Dr. Hutcherson is joining OBGYN North Dallas and is eager to return to her hometown of Plano and continue serving the women of DFW. 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.
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 then became a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, where he earned his board certification. 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 three 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.
“I would recommend Dr. Robins to anyone! He was thoughtful, showed concern and most of all, listened!!! He explained every step and he made sure you understood. I left feeling positive for the first time in months.”
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.
“My husband & I have absolutely loved my experience so far with Dr Watson and MA Sharon! We’re 34 weeks and every step of the way they have been super attentive and never rushed. She always listens to all my concerns and helps walk me through everything. Looking forward to having our baby boy at Plano Presby with her!”
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.
At The Riegel Center, renowned hormone specialist Christopher Riegel, MD, offers highly customized restorative medicine for adults who want to reclaim the vibrant health of their youth. A native Texan, Dr. Riegel is proud to offer the very highest standard of care in his Plano, Texas, office.
Both locals and patients from around the world visit the practice for Dr. Riegel's customized bioidentical hormone formulas. He helps people struggling with sleep management, low libido, poor energy levels, anxiety and depression, and other common effects of hormone depletion.
Dr. Riegel conceived, invented, and developed his unique bioidentical hormone formulas. As with any proprietary work, his hormone formulas are protected and exclusive to The Riegel Center.
Dr. Riegel earned a chemistry degree, with honors, at Southern Methodist University, in Dallas, Texas. He completed medical school at The University of Texas Medical School in San Antonio, Texas, and went on to complete postgraduate training at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and Parkland Memorial Hospital, both in Dallas.
During his training, he advanced his knowledge of obstetrics, gynecology, reproductive endocrinology, and infertility, with a special focus on hormones.
Dr. Riegel launched his private practice as an OB/GYN in 1993. He's a highly respected OB/GYN specialist and is one of the foremost da Vinci® robotic surgeons in the country, in addition to being one of America's highest-rated hormone specialists.
Dr. Riegel focused on hormone treatments starting early in his career. After years of extensive research and documentation, Dr. Riegel observed that many common diseases, including osteoporosis, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension, may happen because of hormone depletion.
Dr. Riegel wants only the very best for his patients, so he wasn't happy with the pharmaceutical hormone options that were available previously. He created exclusive bioidentical hormone formulas to help patients in their 30s, 40s, 50s, and beyond feel like they're in their 20s again.
With his passion for peak wellness and vibrant good health, Dr. Riegel continually creates new proprietary formulas for his patients. Click on the online scheduler or call to make an appointment with Dr. Riegel now.
Hello,
My name is Micaela Sanchez, I am a bilingual, Mexican American medical provider in Dallas, Texas. I am a nurse practitioner, serving our community with a focus on women’s health and sexual health specialties.
While working in this field, I saw a need for access to a provider, at a reasonable cost, for clients who cannot make it to see a provider in person. I know what it is like, first hand, as a teen single-mother, trying to juggle life’s ever changing priorities and figuring out an unexpected doctor visits and costs.
I created Comadre (which means Godmother) Telemedicine to help close this gap in the access to healthcare. Through active listening and thoughtful questioning, I will deliver high-quality, discreet care that utilizes the most recent advancements in medicine from the convenience of your phone.
I hope to make a difference in our community, by providing cost effective and conveniently accessible medical care on your terms!
Thank you!
“This was my second time seeing Micaela Sanchez, and I couldn’t be more grateful for her care. She’s incredibly kind and genuinely invested in my long-term goals. Today I had my Nexplanon removed, and although I wasn’t planning on starting another form of birth control, she gave me thoughtful, thorough education about my options. Her compassion and expertise helped me make the best decision for myself. She consistently goes above and beyond, and I always feel heard and supported in her care.”
Ms. Micaela Sanchez, WHNP
OB-GYN
1151 North Buckner Blvd
Suite 408
Dallas, TX 75218
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.
“Dr.Chowdhury is personable, her office is clean, inviting. She is kind, courteous, efficient and has a great personality. I've not visited a gyno in several years, and she made the experience pleasant, quick and I highly recommend her, and her staff”
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 El Paso, 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”.
“Dr. BG was kind. She listened to my concerns and corrected my misconceptions. She made the process quick and painless by distracting me with conversation. I would 100% choose to see her again.”
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.
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.
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.
“Arrived a few minutes late for my well woman visit. Office is clean and nicely lit. Staff is friendly and caring. Wait time was minimal (<5minutes). Dr. Bergstrom is professional, warm and friendly.”
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