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Denise Umpierrez-Morley, MD, FACOG, is an OB/GYN who joined the team at Atlanta Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates in 2019. She is dedicated to providing women’s health care services to patients in Atlanta, Georgia.
After completing her residency at Columbia University Medical Center in New York and an advanced pelvic surgery fellowship at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, Dr. Umpierrez-Morley joined the team at Atlanta Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates.
At the practice, Dr. Umpierrez-Morley provides a full range of obstetrics and gynecology services. She has a special interest in pelvic surgery, abnormal uterine bleeding, adolescent and sexual health, and contraception management. To better accommodate the diverse communities in the Atlanta-area, Dr. Umpierrez-Morley is also fluent in Spanish.
Dr. Umpierrez-Morley currently lives in Midtown with her husband, daughter, and their pet beagle. In addition to spending time with her family, she likes exercising, yoga, traveling, photography, and cooking.
She is currently accepting new patients and welcomes them to Atlanta Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates.
Jayasri Bukkapatnam, MD, is an OB/GYN serving patients in Atlanta, Georgia. She joined the team at Atlanta Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates in April 2015.
Dr. Bukkapatnam is a graduate of Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, where she received a Bachelor of Science in biology. After receiving her medical degree from the University of South Alabama in Mobile, she completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the Orlando Health Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women & Babies (WPHfWB). She was named Assistant Director of Medical Education OBGYN at WPHfWB in 2010, where she was responsible for staffing inpatient labor and delivery, gynecology and triage, as well as the outpatient gynecology clinic. While there, Dr. Bukkapatnam also taught and managed residents and medical students.
She is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and is a member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Dr. Bukkapatnam is a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital.
In her spare time, Dr. Bukkapatnam enjoys hiking and spending time outdoors as well as catching up on the latest cooking blogs.
Marietta OB-GYN Affiliates provides comprehensive obstetrics and gynecology care to women of all ages in Northwest Atlanta with locations in Marietta and Powder Springs, Georgia. The expert team of board-certified physicians, registered nurse practitioners, and medical assistants offer personalized care in a comfortable environment, helping women navigate every stage of life.
Women can appreciate the office’s commitment to maintaining a clean and welcoming space. The supportive atmosphere ensures everyone feels comfortable and well cared for during their visit. Every provider undergoes extensive training to manage high-risk pregnancies and deliver babies at the state-of-the-art birthing center at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital.
Whether patients visit for contraception counseling, gestational diabetes screening, or a multifetal pregnancy appointment, they can rest assured their medical team will provide thorough and compassionate care. The team’s educational approach means patients receive clear explanations and answers to their questions, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health.
The team equips the office with the most advanced treatments and technology, ensuring patients receive the highest standard of care. From hydrothermal ablation to minimally invasive surgery (robotic surgery) with the da Vinci® Surgical System, patients benefit from cutting-edge options for a wide range of gynecological needs.
Marietta OB-GYN Affiliates’ emphasis on advanced treatments extends to gentle pain management with Pro-Nox™ — a self-administered nitrous oxide system. Pro-Nox helps ease discomfort during procedures, allowing patients to feel more relaxed and in control. This focus on pain management makes each visit as comfortable as possible.
Marietta OB-GYN Affiliates is currently accepting new patients and works with most major insurance carriers. Call or schedule an appointment online today to learn more.
I have always been drawn to women’s healthcare and health issues. I take pride and honor in being able to care for women from adolescence, to pregnancy, to post-menopause. It is a privilege to help a family bring a new life into this world but also to be there for the female healthcare issues throughout the stages of life.
Residency training in Obstetrics & Gynecology, SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, New York
M.D. Degree, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver, Colorado
M.P.H., M.B.S., Tufts University School of Medicine , Boston, Massachusetts
Since I was little, I can remember wanting to deliver babies. My fascination with how new life came to be only grew as I became older, and this eventually led to me pursuing a career in obstetrics. As my education progressed I began to realize how much I also loved caring for women though out their lives, not just during their pregnancies. I truly cherish the long-term relationships I am able to maintain with my patients, and help to take care of them at the best and worst of times. Being able to make even a small difference in someone’s life, especially during difficult times, is what keeps me going!
Residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Saint Joseph Hospital, Chicago Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program, Chicago, IL
M.D. Degree, University of Illinois College of Medicine, Peoria, IL
B.S. Degree, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL
Dr Sheema Khan-Simba speaks English, Urdu and Hindi.
“I have been seeing Dr Khan for about 10 years or so and she is so wonderful! She really listens to your concerns and provides options and solutions to help with your problems. I have seen her through 2 pregnancies, an emergent hysterectomy after having my second child and now in perimenopause. Really can’t say enough good things about her.”
Dr. Sheema Khan, MD
OB-GYN
5041 Dallas Highway
Suite 115
Powder Springs, GA 30127
4.74(27)
5.0
(67)
Dr. Carlos Alarcon, MD
OB-GYN 11.7 mi
5.0(67)
5041 Dallas Highway
Suite 115
Powder Springs, GA 30127
I feel priviliged to be involved in some of the most intimate and emotional experiences in our female patients’ lives. The relationships forged during childbirth through menopause and beyond makes the practice of Obstetrics and Gynecology rewarding. It is exciting to help women implement new and innovative ways of managing these situations.
Residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Emory University, Atlanta, G.A. 2006
M.D. Degree, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, 2002
B.S. Degree, Biology, University of Georgia, GA, 1998
I chose this field of medicine to make a different in the lives of women. I was drawn to this field by experiencing the miracle of birth as a medical student. It is one of the happiest times in people’s lives and being a part of that every day is truly a very rewarding experience. I am also very passionate about women’s health care and this field allows me to care for women from their teenage years until menopause and beyond. I enjoy being able to specialize care for women and help them through this journey of womanhood!
Residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Wayne State University/Detroit Medical Center, Detroit, MI, 2012
M.D. Degree, Wayne State University Scholl of Medicine, Detroit, MI, 2008
B.S. Degree, Xavier University of Louisiana, New Orleans, LA, 2003
“My family and I would like to express our deepest gratitude for the exceptional care provided by Dr. Sims. Throughout my pregnancy, she demonstrated a rare balance of clinical excellence and genuine compassion. Dr. Sims ensured we were thoroughly informed at every stage, never once rushing our consultations. Given that this was my third C-section, her expertise provided an invaluable sense of security. We are incredibly grateful for her role in the safe arrival of our daughter and for her dedicated support throughout my postpartum recovery.”
Dr. Stacy Sims, MD
OB-GYN
5041 Dallas Highway
Suite 115
Powder Springs, GA 30127
4.98(57)
4.86
(73)
Dr. Elizabeth Taghechian, MD
OB-GYN 11.7 mi
4.86(73)
5041 Dallas Highway
Suite 115
Powder Springs, GA 30127
I went into medicine in order to become an obstetrician and gynecologist. I fell in love with the obstetrical part of women’s care because of the involvement in the miracle of birth. In my opinion, there is no happier part of medicine. I am also drawn to the challenges of gynecology, and I am proud to be able to aid in women’s healthcare from adolescence to post-menopause and all that falls in between.
Residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Greenville Memorial Hospital, Greenville, S.C., 2002
M.D. Degree, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA, 1998
Announcing Castle Connolly’s 2023 Exceptional Women in Medicine
The Exceptional Women in Medicine list recognizes female Castle Connolly Top Doctors who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, expertise and dedication in their respective fields. All Exceptional Women in Medicine are nominated by their peers, and then the Castle Connolly research team evaluates important criteria to determine who makes the list.
“Dr Tag delivered my baby via c-section while I had a broken foot. That was the start of our relationship over 12yrs ago. Since then she has become a friend that I would welcome into my home anytime. She truly cares and nurse Patty is right along her side with the same care, kindness and empathy. Thank you all for all you do! I am grateful.”
Dr. Elizabeth Taghechian, MD
OB-GYN
5041 Dallas Highway
Suite 115
Powder Springs, GA 30127
4.86(73)
4.84
(44)
Dr. Charis Trench-Simmons, MD
OB-GYN 14.0 mi
4.84(44)
5835 Campbellton Rd SW
Suites #301-302
Atlanta, GA 30331
Charis Trench-Simmons, MD, is a board-certified OB/GYN with ample medical experience and a true commitment to the field of women’s health care. At Prestige Healthcare OBGYN in Atlanta, Dr. Trench-Simmons works with her husband, Lorenza Simmons, MD, and skilled health professionals to serve women as they transition through all stages of life. Dr. Trench-Simmons offers an array of proven-successful aesthetic, gynecological, and obstetrical services.
After completing her undergraduate degree at the Xavier University of Louisiana in New Orleans, Dr. Trench-Simmons obtained her medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in Rochester, New York. She then continued her education with a residency in gynecology and obstetrics at Tulane University in New Orleans and the WellStar Atlanta Medical Center.
For three years, Dr. Trench-Simmons served as a lieutenant commander and general medical officer in the United States Navy. She’s a prominent member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Specializing in weight management, adolescent gynecology, and minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery, Dr. Trench-Simmons works hard to provide the best possible personalized medical experience for women to lower disease risks and boost their confidence and well-being. For Dr. Trench-Simmons, the needs of the individual always come first.
Outside of the office, Dr. Trench-Simmons uses her creative flair to create distinctive jewelry. She also likes to travel and considers each journey an opportunity to learn and explore.
Dr. Trench-Simmons is gladly accepting new patients.
Bobby O. Tackitt II, MD, is a board-certified OB-GYN who provides dedicated and diligent care to his patients at OB-GYN Associates of Marietta’s office in Marietta and Woodstock, Georgia.
Dr. Tackitt earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and his medical degree from the University of Missouri in Columbia. He relocated to Denver, Colorado, to complete an internship in internal medicine, a second internship in obstetrics and gynecology, and a residency in obstetrics and gynecology, all at St. Joseph’s Hospital.
Dr. Tackitt is currently a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and enjoys membership in the Missouri State Medical Association, the St. Louis Gynecological Society, and the American Urogynecologic Society. Prior to joining the team at OB-GYN Associates of Marietta in 1999, he ran a private practice in southern Missouri.
In his practice, Dr. Tackitt specializes in pelvic floor reconstruction, the treatment of urinary incontinence, and advanced minimally invasive laparoscopy. He maintains a subspecialty interest in urogynecology and teaches pelvic floor reconstruction surgical procedures.
Outside of work, Dr. Tackitt raises Japanese koi, grows orchids, and participates in Schutzhund, a competitive dog-training sport. He also enjoys spending time with his wife and their four children.
Kimberly A. Huffman, MD, is a board-certified OB-GYN who provides high-quality treatments and compassionate care to her patients at OB-GYN Associates of Marietta, located in Marietta and Woodstock, Georgia.
Dr. Huffman graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida. She earned her medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine in Gainesville, and completed her internship and residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of South Florida College of Medicine in Tampa. She is currently a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
Dr. Huffman has been practicing with OB-GYN Associates of Marietta since 1998, where she splits time between the Marietta and Woodstock offices. She’s particularly adept in office-based procedures and in- and outpatient surgeries, and she’s widely sought after for her skills and compassion in offering counseling for contraceptive and menopausal issues.
When she isn’t working with patients, Dr. Huffman likes to spend time with her family and friends and engage in outdoor activities like running. She has three children with her husband, Quintin: Makena, Bryson, and Camdyn.
Kevin W. Windom, MD, FACOG, FPMRS is recognized by Continental Who’s Who as a Pinnacle Lifetime Achiever as the President of OB-GYN Associates. As an OBGYN/Urogynecologist located in Marietta, GA & Woodstock, GA, Dr. Windom has been at OB-GYN Associates of Marietta since 1998. He has over 26 years of experience as a physician and is a national public speaker, published author, local and national surgical preceptor, and a research and development consultant for a number of medical and surgical companies. Looking to the future, Dr. Windom maintains special interests in female pelvic floor reconstructive surgery, minimally invasive laparoscopic gynecologic surgery, robotic pelvic surgery, and urinary incontinence management and surgery, uterine fibroids, and endometriosis.
Dr. Windom graduated from the University of Georgia in Athens with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry as a member of the biological honor society, Beta Beta Beta, and the pre-med honor society, Alpha Epsilon Delta. Following this, Dr. Windom earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, completed an internship at the University of Tennessee in Memphis, and completed a second internship at St. Joseph Hospital in Denver, Colorado. Dr. Windom remained at St. Joseph Hospital to complete a four-year residency program in Obstetrician-Gynecology. Dr. Windom is Double Board-certified in both Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery and OB-GYN
Dr. Windom is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. To further his professional development, Dr. Windom holds membership in the American Urogynecological Society, the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons, the State of Georgia OB-GYN Society and the Cobb County Medical Society. Devout to his faith, Dr. Windom is a member of the Peachtree Presbyterian Church and the Christians Medical/Dental Missionary.
In recognition of his professional accolades, Dr. Windom is a member of the Honor Societies Beta Beta Beta and Alpha Epsilon Delta. He has also been honored as an Atlanta Top Doctor (Castle-Connoly).
Outside of work, Dr. Windom enjoys spending time his wife and children, hunting, playing the guitar, and mountain biking.
Dr. Windom dedicates this recognition to his Head of Gynecology for Cleveland Clinic and his mentor, Guillermo William Davila, MD.
“Excellent! My visits with Dr. Windom were great. If he was behind schedule, the nurses prepared the patients and apologized for the delay. Even though my experience was difficult, Dr. Windom did not give up on me. I had a ton of questions, and he patiently listened and answered all of them. If he was tired of my questions, he never expressed it. At the end of each appointment, he respectfully gave me a hug and made sure that I was good to go. ”
Dr. Kevin Windom, MD
OB-GYN
100 Stone Forest Dr.
Suite 150
Woodstock, GA 30189
4.93(1679)
4.92
(1325)
Dr. Natalie Needham, MD
OB-GYN 16.7 mi
4.92(1325)
100 Stone Forest Dr.
Suite 150
Woodstock, GA 30189
Natalie R. Needham, MD, is a highly skilled OB/GYN who enjoys providing compassionate care to women in every stage of life. She’s currently on the team at OB-GYN Associates of Marietta and treats patients at their offices in Marietta and Woodstock, Georgia.
Dr. Needham is a proud Louisiana native who graduated from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge. She earned her medical degree from West Virginia University in Morgantown, West Virginia, and completed her OB/GYN residency at Mercy Hospital in Chicago. During her residency, she served as the chief resident, was awarded the Academic Achievement Award, the Resident Achievement in Laparoscopy Award, and earned the title “Special Resident in Minimally Invasive Gynecology-Robotics and Laparoscopy.”
Dr. Needham joins the OB-GYN Associates of Marietta team after seven years in Alabama, where she worked in private practice in Montgomery and taught as an Associate Professor at the University of Alabama School of Medicine in Birmingham. She looks forward to continuing her practice in her new home and bringing high-quality medical care and an empathetic bedside manner to the women of Georgia.
When she’s not working, Dr. Needham loves to chase around her two-year-old son, cook with her three stepdaughters, and explore new places with her husband.
Mary L. Chappell, MD, FACOG, is a board-certified OB-GYN who provides the community of Marietta and Woodstock, Georgia with excellent medical care at OB-GYN Associates of Marietta. She was ranked as America’s Top OB-GYN for 2004-2005 by the Consumers’ Research Council of America.
Dr. Chappell graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from the University of Florida in Gainesville, where she was inducted into numerous honor societies, including Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Eta Sigma, Alpha Lambda Delta, Alpha Epsilon Delta, and the Golden Key National Honor Society. She stayed at the University of Florida for her medical degree, earning the Janet M. Glasgow Memorial Achievement for graduating in the top 10% of her class, as well as membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society and the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society. She completed her residency at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill, where she was named Outstanding Intern and Resident of the Year.
Dr. Chappell is currently a member of the Georgia Obstetrics and Gynecology Society, the Atlanta Obstetrics and Gynecology Society (where she is a former president), the Cobb County Medical Society, and is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Dr. Chappell served as the Chairman of the OB-GYN department at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital in Marietta.
Dr. Chappell believes in providing patient care that’s compassionate and inclusive and makes sure to fully discuss medical conditions and treatment options with all of her patients in a direct and sympathetic manner. Outside of work, she likes to run, travel, and spend time with her family and friends, including her husband, Scott, and their two children, Kendall and Connor.
Urania Davis, DO, FACOOG is a Board Certified OB/GYN at Nile Women’s Health Care in Roswell and Suwanee, Georgia. She specializes in pre-conception counseling and helping women prepare themselves for successful pregnancies.
Dr. Davis is focused on caring for the whole person, not just the symptoms that may have brought them to see her. It’s the part she enjoys most about being a physician. In addition, Dr. Davis has developed a reputation in the office for being extremely thorough with her patients, has a relatable personality, and is easy to talk to.
Originally from Dominica and raised in St. Croix, Dr. Davis received both a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine and a Master of Biomedical Science from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Georgia. She then completed her residency in Miami, Florida, where she served as the chief administrative resident.
Dr. Davis brings extensive knowledge in several areas, including gynecologic robotic surgery, facilitating VBACs, and experience working with birth center patients in Florida. This makes her a great fit for the Nile Women’s Health Care family. Dr. Davis is board eligible with the American College of Osteopathic Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
Considered among the top in her field, she garnered a podium finish with a presentation to the Florida Osteopathic Medical Association on her Zika screening research. Dr. Davis also taught anatomy, and physiology, microbiology, and biology as an adjunct professor for both Gwinnett Technical College and Georgia Perimeter College.
When not at the hospital or office, Dr. Davis mentors young women through her church and has completed a mission trip to Kenya. She enjoys any activity that brings her extended family and friends together, going on vacations, plus spending time with her husband and three children.