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Sally McNally has spent over 30 years working in the labor room both as a midwife and as a labor and delivery RN. Sally brings a wealth of information and experience to the patients she serves. Her goal is to work with her patients to help them achieve a birth experience as close to their dreams as possible. “I believe women are very wise and powerful, I encourage women to embrace that inner wisdom and trust their bodies during childbirth.”

Sally originally trained as a nurse and then as a midwife in Ireland. She spent 5 years in Saudi Arabia working as a midwife before coming to the US. She worked as an RN and Charge nurse for 20 years at CMH in Ventura. Recently she went back to school earning her Masters and CNM certification. Sally is a Certified Hypnotherapist, Certified Yoga Instructor and Certified Childbirth Educator. She blends these gifts together to help prepare women to go confidently into their labor and births. She teaches classes at CMH, New Parent Resource Center. Sally has one daughter and she is married to local realtor John McNally.

 

 

The Private Practice at Community Memorial Hospital in Ventura.

The providers at Women's Health Group of Ventura, located in Ventura, California, offer advanced women's medicine with personal care and the the one-on-one attention you deserve. Dr. Patrick Diesfeld works alongside midwives Sally McNally, C.N.M., Bethany Mesker, C.N.M., Sarah Figueroa Cardenas, C.N.M., and Courtney Sheen, N.P.,

All the Midwives are Nurse Practitioners so they are eminently qualified to provide you personalized and individualized care for all seasons of a woman’s life. The Midwives’ experience combined with Dr. Diesfeld’s experience equals supervision of over 45,000 births for over 3 decades and 3 continents!

Since 1985, Women’s Health Group of Ventura has provided complete Obstetrics and Gynecology care that supports women through all stages of life, from first exams and prenatal care to the treatment of gynecologic problems and menopause management.

From annual testing and contraception options to pregnancy and infertility treatment options, Women’s Health Group of Ventura offers a comprehensive scope of OB/GYN services for women of all ages. The office also offers advanced gynecologic surgery and treatment of urine loss and bladder repair, as well as Gyn + Obstetric ultrasound studies, including 3D + 4D images of your baby!

To the patient's convenience, the office offers 7AM appointments as well as same-day urgent appointments. With exceptional care for all your health needs, in a guaranteed warm and friendly environment, call Women’s Health Group of Ventura or schedule an appointment online today!

Patrick Diesfeld, MD, FACOG, specializes in obstetric and gynecologic care at Women’s Health Partnership Medical Group in Ventura and Oxnard, California. He offers a wide spectrum of services like annual exams, contraception, STD prevention, infertility treatments, and pregnancy care. He also offers advanced outpatient solutions for gynecologic surgery and offers collaborative midwife obstetric care. 

Dr. Diesfeld received his medical degree from the State University of New York, Buffalo. He completed his internship and residency at the Los Angeles County–USC Medical Center. He became a fellow at the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. He then became the assistant residency director at the UCLA Medical Center’s Ventura campus in the OB/GYN Training Program.

Dr. Diesfeld was one of the early members of the American Association of Gynecologic Surgeons and has presented original research at their annual meetings. He has been an innovator in the field of minimally invasive surgery and is a surgical device patent holder.

Dr. Diesfeld is a member of the International Society of Gynecologic Endoscopy, American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists, American Urogynecologic Society, American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine, American Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers, American Medical Association, California Medical Association, and Ventura County Medical Society.

Dr. Diesfeld's interests include boating, saltwater fishing, and snow skiing with his wife, Dr. Estela Diesfeld, and their twins. He also confesses to a weakness for large-finned 60s convertibles from Detroit.

Call Dr. Diesfeld at Women’s Health Group of Ventura today or schedule an appointment online.

With an extensive background in women’s health, Raffi Chalian, MD, FACOG, is a highly regarded and trusted OB/GYN. He welcomes new and existing patients to his private practice Raffi Chalian, M.D. in Glendale, California.

Dr. Chalian earned his Doctor of Medicine from the Faculty of Medicine at Imperial College in London. After relocating to New York, Dr. Chalian went through an internship at New York University Downtown Hospital. He then completed a top-rated obstetrics and gynecology residency and fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.

Currently, Dr. Chalian is board-certified in gynecologic oncology and obstetrics and gynecology through the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He’s also a Fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.

Throughout his career, Dr. Chalian has held several prestigious leadership positions in the field of obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Chalian has held faculty appointments at some of Philadelphia’s most distinguished educational facilities, including the University of Pennsylvania, Thomas Jefferson Medical School — now Sidney Kimmel Medical College —  and Temple University. He also served as a clinical assistant professor at the University of Nevada, Reno.

Fluent in English, Armenian, and Greek, Dr. Chalian enjoys conversing with patients who would otherwise struggle with language barriers. He’s known for providing patient-centric care, where each decision is made in conjunction with the individual patient after discussions about various treatment plans. Patients of Dr. Chalian appreciate his excellent bedside manner and natural ability to be attentive during appointments. In his spare time he enjoys skiing, hiking and spending time with his family and friends. He believes that good interpersonal relationships (with friends, family and colleagues) capture the essence of good living.

Dr. Karen Toubi is a board-certified OB-GYN specializing in perimenopause, menopause, genito-pelvic pain, pleasure and vulvar skin disorders.. With a deep commitment to personalized medicine, she understands that every woman’s journey is unique. By prioritizing education, empowerment, and compassionate care, she ensures that her patients feel heard, supported, and equipped with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions about their health. Her goal is to help women optimize their healthspan and reclaim their quality of life at every stage.

As a recognized expert in menopause management, sexual pain, pleasure disorders, and vulvovaginal health, Dr. Toubi provides advanced care for women experiencing hormonal imbalances, painful intercourse, vaginal dryness, and pelvic discomfort—issues that are often overlooked or undertreated. She is passionate about changing the narrative, offering both medical, surgical and holistic approaches to restore comfort, confidence, and vitality.

Dr. Toubi’s approach goes beyond symptom management. She focuses on preventive care, lifestyle strategies, and patient education, helping women navigate the changes that come with midlife. Her patients appreciate her warm, empathetic nature and her ability to translate complex medical concepts into practical, actionable steps that support long-term well-being.

In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Toubi is the founder of Power Unpaused, a membership community providing women with expert guidance, educational resources, and a supportive network to help them thrive. She is also a sought-after speaker at community educational events, where she shares evidence-based insights on menopause, hormone health, and intimate wellness.

When she’s not caring for patients, Dr. Toubi enjoys spending time with her five children and embracing opportunities to explore new destinations.

Every woman deserves to feel strong, vibrant, and confident—Dr. Toubi is here to make that a reality.

Kathleen Valenton, MD, is an OB/GYN at Rodeo Drive Women’s Health Center in Beverly Hills California, where she provides next-level care to women in the area.

Her patients know her as a knowledgeable, comforting partner in the treatment process, where she provides succinct medical advice in a warm, trusting manner. She works one on one with her patients, listening to their needs, so together they can find the ideal treatment plan for them. Dr. Valenton’s research interests focus on mental health, infertility, polycystic ovarian syndrome, anorexia and bulimia, supported birth and menopause. With top-level obstetrics and gynecology training from one of the most revered medical centers in the world, she provides expertise on pelvic pain, infertility evaluations, and minimally invasive surgeries.

Dr. Valenton received her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Psychology from the University of California, Berkeley, moving on to work as a senior therapist for children with autism. After that, she earned her Medical Degree from the University of Vermont College of Medicine. Following her time in Vermont, she completed her internship and residency at the world-renowned Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. There she received exceptional training in the fields of obstetrics and gynecology, where she is still an attending physician to this day. Because she knows that medical centers can only provide exceptional care when doctors work together, she remains heavily involved in resident education, as well as MD and nursing collaboratives.

Dr. Valenton has over a decade of experience in forging partnerships with her patients to provide the best possible care plans in a trusted, safe environment. Her sincere dedication to the mental and physical well being of her patients can be felt by all who know her.

Jennifer Chen, MD is a board-certified OB/GYN at Rodeo Drive Women’s Health Center in Beverly Hills, California. Dr. Chen delivers comprehensive pregnancy care for normal and high-risk pregnancies, providing all women with a safe and healthy pregnancy experience.  In addition to general women’s health care, Dr. Chen also focuses on family planning. Her outstanding skills in the practice of Obstetrics and Gynecology ensures women receive excellent care with every visit, for both general women’s health issues and pregnancies. Dr. Chen completed her undergraduate studies at Wellesley College and earned her medical degree from Drexel University in Philadelphia. Dr. Chen performed her residency at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, where she quickly became one of the favorite doctors among the nursing staff.

With a passion for health outreach, both in her community and on an international level, Dr. Chen was honored with the Women’s Health in the Community Award during her time in medical school.  Dr. Chen is fluent in Mandarin Chinese.

Have you considered how unique you are? We know and understand how unique you are. With our many years of experience and our specialized training we are able to support women and their families in making an informed decision about their health. Today nearly 95% of all Gynecological Surgeries can be done laparoscopically (using laser surgery). This means that most women can leave the hospital on the same day. Most can return to exercise or work after several days, compared to several weeks after a conventional surgery. We hope this web site will answer many of your questions. Our practice is dedicated to the promotion of the most qualified and the least invasive Women`s Health.