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Virginia Women's Center - Henrico Doctors' Forest Medical Plaza
7611 Forest Avenue, Suite 200
Richmond, VA 23229
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Heidi L. Braun, M.D.
Heidi L. Braun, M.D. joined Virginia Women's Center in 2003 and practices at our Henrico Doctors' Forest Medical Plaza location.
Dr. Braun's obstetrics and gynecology practice is well-rounded. She especially enjoys working with expectant mothers as well as teens and their unique health care needs. Dr. Braun has also co-authored an article on rare uterine tumors which appeared in the Journal of Clinical Ultrasound
Dr. Braun received a Bachelor of Science degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and her medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia.
She also completed her internship and residency at the Medical College of Virginia in obstetrics and gynecology. During her residency, Dr. Braun was awarded the Berlex Teaching Award. She was also a member of Alpha Omega Alpha honor society. Throughout her education, Dr. Braun received several academic and extracurricular scholarships. Dr. Braun is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology
In her spare time, Dr. Braun spends as much time as she can with her husband and two daughters.
As a family, they enjoy exercising and cheering on the Washington Redskins and the VCU Rams. Dr. Braun also enjoys reading, especially detective and mystery novels
Primary Specialty
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Undergraduate Education
B.S.: 1995; Summa Cum Laude, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia
Medical Education
M.D.: 1999; Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, Virginia
Internships
OB/GYN: 2000; Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, Virginia
Residency
OB/GYN: 2003; Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, Virginia
Board Certifications
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology: 2006
In Practice Since
2003
Affiliations
Attending: 2003; Henrico Doctors' Hospital, Courtesy: 2003, St. Mary's Hospital
Publications
Sonographic Evaluation of a Uterine Angiolipoleiomyoma: 2002; Journal of Clinical Ultrasound, H.L. Braun, J. Seeds, J.B.Wheelock, and B. Amaker
Katherine M. Czyszczon, M.D.
Dr. Katherine Czyszczon (pronounced sizz-ZON) joined Virginia Women's Center in the summer of 2009.
"Dr. C." earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia.
She continued her education at the Medical College of Virginia, where she received her medical degree and completed her internship and residency in the field of obstetrics and gynecology. During her residency, Dr. Czyszczon was awarded the William Langdon Award. This award is given to the resident who demonstrates the greatest personal concern for patients. Dr. Czyszczon is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and is a fellow in the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
Dr. Czyszczon is enthusiastic about her education in women's health care, which has prepared her to work with women of all ages - in all stages.
She is an advocate for low-intervention births; however, certain circumstancessuch as high-risk pregnancies and multiple gestation birthsrequire expertise she enjoys providing. Dr. Czyszczon has special interest in minimally invasive surgery. Patients for whom surgery is necessary can benefit from her expertise with the daVinci® Surgical System. daVinci® surgeries are robot-assisted and offer many benefits including a shorter hospital stay, less pain and a faster recovery. In addition, Dr. Czyszczon offers BRAC and COLARIS Testing to determine whether an individual has certain hereditary gene mutations that would increase her risk of having certain cancers
In her spare time, Dr. Czyszczon enjoys running, cooking and spending time with her husband, daughter, Ellie and son, Will.
Undergraduate Education
B.A.: 2001; University of Virginia
Medical Education
M.D.: 2005; Medical College of Virginia
Residency
2009; Medical College of Virginia
Academic Appointments
2000-2001; University of Virginia's Women's Leadership Program; 1998-2001; National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Honors and Awards
2007, 2008; CREOG Examination Departmental Highest Score Award; 2005-2008; Excellence in Medical Student Education
Jessica M. DeMay, M.D.
Virginia Women's Center is thrilled to announce the addition of Jessica M. DeMay, M.D. to the VWC care team.
Joining Drs. Rod Love and Lisa Troyer in the specialty of maternal-fetal medicine, Dr. DeMay will collaborate with other VWC providers in the care of high-risk pregnancies and other situations requiring advanced ultrasound
Dr. DeMay earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford in Rockford, Illinois.
She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, TX. Dr. DeMay remained in Galveston to complete her maternal-fetal medicine fellowship. She is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology as well as maternal-fetal medicine. Dr. DeMay speaks basic Spanish
Dr. DeMay has conducted research on many complications of pregnancy including preterm labor, stem cell activity in human umbilical cord blood and mobilized peripheral blood.
Dr. DeMay is a fellow of both the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine. She is also a member of the Cook's Club Medical Society. Dr. DeMay is joining Virginia Women's Center from East Tennessee State University where she held the positions of assistant professor in the department of Ob/Gyn and chief of the maternal-fetal medicine division
When she is not practicing medicine or spending time with her husband and two daughters, Dr. DeMay can be found caring for and riding her horses.
Primary Specialty
Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Undergraduate Education
B.S.: 1990; University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Illinois
Medical Education
M.D.: 1994; University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford, Rockford, Illinois
Residency
OB/GYN: 1998; University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, Texas
Fellowship
Maternal-Fetal Medicine: 2001; University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, Texas
Board Certifications
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology (Maternal-Fetal Medicine)
Leigh B. Lewis, M.D.
Leigh B. Lewis, M.D. joined Virginia Women's Center in 2005 and practices at our Henrico Doctors' Forest Medical Plaza location.
Dr. Lewis is passionate about caring for women in all stages of life. From first gynecological exams to treating pre-menstrual syndrome and irregular cycles, to menopausal medicine, Dr. Lewis enjoys addressing the challenges of women at every age. In addition, she thoroughly enjoys caring for women with both routine and high-risk pregnancies whether single or multiple gestation. Virginia Women's Center patients for whom surgery is necessary can benefit from Dr. Lewis' training in using the daVinci® Surgical System for minimally invasive procedures. In addition, Dr. Lewis is skilled in performing Essure®, a sterilization procedure that can be performed in our offices for appropriate patients
Dr. Lewis received her undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia and her medical degree from the University of Kentucky.
She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Exempla Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver, Colorado. Dr. Lewis is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology
Dr. Lewis and her husband brought their love of the outdoors from Colorado back to Virginia and continue to enjoy going on ski trips and playing tennis.
They also spend as much time as they can with their three children
Primary Specialty
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Undergraduate Education
B.S.: 1996; University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia
Medical Education
M.D.: 2001; University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky
Residency
OB/GYN: 2005; Exempla Saint Joseph Hospital, Denver, Colorado
In Practice Since
2005
Affiliations
Active: 2005; St. Mary's Hospital, Henrico Doctors' Hospital
Rodrick N. Love, M.D.
Dr. Love received numerous awards and honors during his undergraduate work at Southern University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and during medical school and his residency.
Dr. Love earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee. He completed his residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Martin Luther King/Drew Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. Following his residency, Dr. Love completed a fellowship in maternal-fetal medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. During his fellowship, Dr. Love performed several research studies, one of which focused on the relationship between stress and preterm labor. Another studied the differences in blood flow in the fetal brain and another collaborative study focused on the effect of serum leptin on maternal obesity
Dr. Love joined Virginia Women's Center in 2006
and since then has enjoyed collaborating with VWC obstetricians and maternal-fetal medicine specialists to provide optimal patient care for women experiencing high-risk pregnancies. Dr. Love uses advanced ultrasound as well as other more invasive procedures, when necessary, to improve pregnancy outcomes. Dr. Love is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology as well as maternal-fetal medicine
Dr. Love is an avid community volunteer.
He is a Trustee at Mount Vernon Baptist Church and serves as the music director and keyboardist there. He also serves as the safety officer for Chamberlayne Little League and is an active sponsor and volunteer with Chamberlayne Little League, Football and Basketball. He and his wife, a Richmond dermatologist, have three children, Josef, Miles and Mason as well as three Jack Russell Terriers, Ike, Tina and Deuce
Primary Specialty
Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Undergraduate Education
B.S.: 1988; Southern University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Medical Education
M.D.: 1992; Meharry Medical College, Nashville, Tennessee
Residency
OB/GYN: 1996; Martin Luther King/Drew Medical Center, Los Angeles, California
Fellowship
Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of OB/GYN: 1998; Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California
Academic Appointments
Medical Executive Committee at Memorial Regional Medical Center
Board Certifications
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology: 2006; OB/GYN and Maternal-Fetal Medicine; Fetal Medicine Foundation: 2005
In Practice Since
2007
Affiliations
Courtesy; St. Mary's Hospital; Active; Henrico Doctors' Hospital, Memorial Regional Medical Center, St. Francis Medical Center, CJW Medical Center
Publications
Maternal and Umbilical Cord Serum Immunoreactive Leptin Concentrations in Term Gestation: 1997; J. Soc. Gynecol Invest Vol. 4, No. 1 (supplement), 676, J.K. Silva, R.N.Love, C.J. Hobel, D.A. Magoffin
Honors and Awards
Richmond Top Docs Award: 2011; Richmond Top Docs Award: 2010
Laura C. Pendlebury, M.D.
Laura Pendlebury, M.D. joined Virginia Women's Center in 2005.
She is as inspired by delivering babies as she is helping teens or women at midlife with their unique medical needs
Dr. Pendlebury received her undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia and her medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia.
She also completed her internship and residency in OB-GYN at the Medical College of Virginia. She is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology. Among her accomplishments, MCV honored her with the Berlex Best Teaching Resident Award. She also received the Daniel Crooks Award in obstetrics and gynecology
Dr. Pendlebury and her husband have three sons two of whom are twins.
Dr. Pendlebury stays active with her family by hiking, skiing and swimming. She and her husband also enjoy sports fishing and travel. Dedicated to her Italian heritage, Dr. Pendlebury has traveled throughout Italy, especially in Northern Italy to her family's home near Bologna. In addition, Dr. Pendlebury and her family visit England frequently to visit her husband's family
Primary Specialty
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Undergraduate Education
B.A.: 1992; University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia
Medical Education
M.D.: 2001; Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, Virginia
Internships
OB/GYN: 2002; Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, Virginia
Residency
OB/GYN: 2005; Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, Virginia
In Practice Since
2005
Affiliations
Provisional: 2006; Medical College of Virginia; Active: 2005; St. Mary's Hospital, Henrico Doctors' Hospital
Mary Polce-Lynch, Ph.D., L.P.C.
Throughout the phases of your life, your body will go through many changes.
Each new stage of life will bring different health challenges and the team at Virginia Women's Center wishes to partner with you through every step of the journey. We pledge our support, care and guidance to help you LIVE HEALTHY with each new turn
Over the years, we have added services and specialists to our practice not only for your convenience
but also because we believe that you benefit from a coordinated and comprehensive approach to your health care. To us, care that helps you LIVE HEALTHY is care that encompasses the whole person mind and body
From online appointment scheduling to the latest proven surgical technique
our physicians and staff are dedicated to advancing technology when it improves your life and our ability to help you LIVE HEALTHY
Elizabeth B. Roberts, M.D., Ph.D.
Dr. Roberts received her undergraduate degree from Smith College in Massachusetts and her medical degree and doctorate from the Medical College of Virginia.
She completed her residency and internship in obstetrics and gynecology at the Magee-Womens Hospital at the University of Pittsburgh. She is board certified with the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dr. Roberts is interested and experienced in many aspects of obstetric and gynecologic care.
She has particular interest in minimally invasive surgical techniques for addressing a number of women's health concerns including endometriosis, ectopic pregnancy, hysterectomy, fibroids and ovarian cysts among others. To that end, she is a member of the American Association for Gynecologic Laparoscopy. She is also trained in using the daVinci® Surgical System for minimally invasive procedures. She joined Virginia Women's Center in 2008 and has been in practice since 2005
Dr. Roberts is married with two young girls.
She and her family are part of a community-supported agricultural cooperative which yields locally-grown produce. She loves to cook and believes in the local food movement. When she can, Dr. Roberts likes zumba and yoga for exercise
Primary Specialty
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Undergraduate Education
B.A.: 1993; Smith College, Northampton, MA
Medical Education
M.D., Ph.D.: 2001; Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA
Internships
OB-GYN: 2005; University of Pittsburgh, Magee-Women's Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA
Residency
OB-GYN: 2005; University of Pittsburgh, Magee-Womens Hospital Pittsburgh, PA
Board Certifications
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
In Practice Since
2005
Affiliations
Attending; Henrico Doctors' Hospital, St. Mary's Hospital
Committees
Perinatal Safety Initiative Task Force, Henrico Doctors' Hospital; Committee on Genetics, American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Edmund D. Schoeffler, M.D.
Edmund D. Schoeffler, M.D. joined Virginia Women's Center in 1990 and practices at our Henrico Doctors' Forest Medical Plaza location.
Dr. Schoeffler enjoys the challenge of managing multiple gestation pregnancies within the practice of obstetrics and gynecology. He also specializes in post-menopausal management and pelvic relaxation surgery
Dr. Schoeffler received his undergraduate degree from Princeton University and his medical degree from the University of Virginia.
He completed his internship and residency in OB-GYN at the Medical College of Virginia. Dr. Schoeffler is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology. In 2007, Dr. Schoeffler served as the Chief of Staff at Henrico Doctors' Hospital
Outside of the office, Dr. Schoeffler is an avid golfer who is certified by the USGA in the rules of golf.
He also enjoys photography and scuba diving. Most of all, he enjoys the time he spends with his wife and their two daughters
Primary Specialty
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Undergraduate Education
B.A.: 1982; Princeton University, Princeton, New Jersey
Medical Education
M.D.: 1986; University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia
Internships
OB/GYN: 1987; Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, Virginia
Residency
OB/GYN: 1990; Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, Virginia
Academic Appointments
Clinical Instructor: 1990; Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, Virginia
Board Certifications
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology: 1992; Recertified 2007
In Practice Since
1990
Affiliations
Attending: 1990; Henrico Doctors' Hospital; Courtesy; St. Mary's Hospital, Memorial Regional Medical Center
Laurie Tams, B.A.
Most of the time, pregnancy goes the way it should: the mother is healthy, the fetus grows normally and the childbirth is a happy and trouble-free event.
Sometimes, however, situations can arise that require special attention. Virginia Women's Center's maternal-fetal medicine specialists and genetic counselor are in place to help patients navigate those times
Genetics is the branch of science that deals with how traits are passed from parent to child through genes.
Having genetic tests performed during pregnancy is a personal choice. Some couples choose not to be tested for birth defects. Others find that testing and counseling can help them better plan for the future. The genetics field is expanding exponentially, so new developments-often complex-come to light every day
Laurie Tams is a genetic counselor.
Her role is to work with mothers and couples in explaining the array of prenatal testing options and helping interpret test results. She works closely with our maternal fetal medicine specialists and obstetricians. Laurie is a member of the National Society of Genetic Counselors and the Virginia Association of Genetic Counselors
Laurie received a bachelor of arts summa cum laude in interdisciplinary studies from University of Richmond.
She went on to Virginia Commonwealth University to perform three years of post baccalaureate work and associated laboratories in human anatomy, physiology, chemistry, organic chemistry and physics
Laurie has worked as a genetic counselor since 1987.
During that time, she has also instructed graduate-level students enrolled in the genetic counseling program at VCU. Prior to her work as a genetic counselor, she was a unit assistant on the labor and delivery floor at Medical College of Virginia. And in the 1980s, she worked in a variety of jobs with special-needs children: as student teacher for Canterbury Community Nursery, a hospital intern with Children's Hospital and camp counselor for United Cerebral Palsy of Delaware
Laurie and her husband have three children: college-age twins and a preteen.
The family shares its home with two cats, a hermit crab, a betta fish and a black bear hamster. In school, Laurie was named "best woman scholar athlete" and still enjoys long-distance running, as well as music, dancing and baking
Lisa R. Troyer, M.D.
Dr. Troyer is certified in obstetrics and gynecology and in maternal-fetal medicine.
She is available to consult with all Virginia Women's Center physicians on high-risk pregnancies and other situations requiring advanced ultrasound
Prior to joining Virginia Women's Center
Dr. Troyer served as assistant professor of maternal-fetal medicine in the department of obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas. There, she was also director of prenatal diagnosis and antepartum testing
Primary Specialty
Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Undergraduate Education
B.A.: 1981; Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska
Medical Education
M.D.: 1986; Creighton University School of Medicine, Omaha, Nebraska
Internships
OB/GYN: 1987; University of Colorado Health Science Center, Denver, Colorado
Residency
OB/GYN: 1990; University of Colorado Health Science Center, Denver, Colorado
Fellowship
Maternal-Fetal Medicine: 1992; University of Texas Health Science Center, Texas
Board Certifications
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology (Maternal-Fetal Medicine): 1995; Recertified 2006; American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology: 1993; Recertified 2006; National Board of Medical Examiners: 1987
In Practice Since
1997
Affiliations
Active; St. Mary's Hospital; Courtesy; Henrico Doctors' Hospital, Memorial Regional Medical Center
Honors and Awards
Richmond Top Docs Award: 2014; Richmond Top Docs Award: 2013; Richmond Top Docs Award: 2012; Richmond Top Docs Award: 2011; Richmond Top Docs Award: 2010; Richmond Top Docs Award: 2009; Richmond Top Docs Award: 2008; Richmond Top Docs Award: 2006
Heather M. Zechman, M.D.
Dr. Zechman earned a Bachelor of Science in biology from Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science, where she graduated magna cum laude.
She received her medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine and completed her residency at George Washington University. She began her practice in 2003 and joined Virginia Women's Center in 2007
In addition to her educational and professional accomplishments, Dr. Zechman is a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
the Medical Society of Virginia, the Richmond OB-GYN Society and the American Medical Association
Dr. Zechman enjoys practicing the full spectrum of obstetric and gynecologic care.
She has particular interest in adolescent gynecology, including special issues encountered by female athletes, first gynecologic exams and consults for irregular or painful menses. She cares for women experiencing routine or high-risk pregnancies. Her training also includes evaluating and treating patients' menopausal symptoms and concerns. Virginia Women's Center patients for whom surgery is necessary can benefit from Dr. Zechman's training in using the daVinci® Surgical System for minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Zechman is also fluent in medical Spanish
In her spare time, Dr. Zechman stays active.
She plays volleyball at the Richmond Volleyball Club, does Bikram (or "hot") Yoga and loves the adventure of whitewater rafting
Primary Specialty
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Undergraduate Education
B.S.: 1994; Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Medical Education
M.D.: 1999; Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine
Residency
OB-GYN: 2003; George Washington University, Washington, D.C.
Board Certifications
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology: 2005
In Practice Since
2003
Affiliations
Active: 2003; Henrico Doctors' Hospital, St. Mary's Hospital
Christiana N. Zeiss, F.N.P.-B.C.
Christiana Zeiss is a board-certified family nurse practitioner who now specializes in women's health.
She earned a Bachelor's of Science in nursing from the University of Florida in Gainesville and holds her Master's of Science in nursing from Virginia Commonwealth University. Christiana joined Virginia Women's Center in the fall of 2006
In addition to her obstetrics and gynecology expertise, Christiana's training as a family nurse practitioner includes pediatrics and geriatrics.
The combination makes her ideally suited for understanding the emotional demands of many women today who care for their children and often aging parents. Christiana is also a trusted provider with teens and young women. She enjoys teaching and being involved in patient education. In addition, Christiana offers BRAC and COLARIS Testing to determine whether an individual has certain hereditary gene mutations that would increase her risk of having certain cancers
Prior to joining Virginia Women's Center, Christiana spent many years as a registered nurse on VCU's high risk labor and delivery unit, she later served as the unit educator.
In 2006, Christiana was on the management team involved in the opening of Bon Secours' newest hospital. In this capacity, she helped to develop the mission and goals for the labor/delivery/ postpartum/recovery and newborn unit and set practice standards and guidelines
Christiana comes from a large extended Greek family and has strong family roots in Florida.
In her spare time, she enjoys traveling throughout the United States and Europe. She also likes gardening, hiking, yoga, photography and watching SEC football
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About Us
Women's health care has changed a lot over the last few decades. That’s why Virginia Women’s Center has brought the medical services women most rely on under one convenient roof. Virginia Women's Center is care that revolves around you.
Virginia Women's Center, Richmond's leading women's health care provider, is pleased to welcome you to care that revolves around you. Our OB-GYNs, specialists and staff place medical excellence, compassion and patient satisfaction at the forefront of our care; we are dedicated to helping you stay engaged and informed in what matters most - your health.
We do not just specialize in the areas of pregnancy and gynecologic care, we also offer the following services: urology, high-risk obstetrics, obstetrical genetic counseling, ultrasound, in-office procedures, mammography, bone health, psychology, nutrition, clinical research and on-site labs. At Virginia Women's Center, we have integrated advanced technologies into our practice, enabling our providers and staff to collaborate in your health care.