Looking for a Women's Health Specialist in Orange County? Meet the Experts at Hoag.
Whether you're planning for the future, managing a new diagnosis, navigating pregnancy or menopause, or simply prioritizing your health, you deserve expert care you can trust. At Hoag’s Women's Health Institute, we're here to support you through every stage of life with compassionate, personalized care and access to the latest advances in women's health. Our multidisciplinary team includes fellowship-trained specialists in breast health, gynecology, obstetrics, gynecologic oncology, pelvic health, menopause care, and more. Working together across specialties, we create personalized care plans tailored to your unique needs, combining advanced diagnostics, innovative treatments, and coordinated support to help you achieve the best possible outcomes.
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Click the links or call the numbers below to contact specialized care teams at Hoag's Women’s Health Institute.
Hoag for Her Center for Wellness: For information and scheduling, call (949)764-7239.
Gynecology and Pelvic Health: Learn about our program and connect with an Orange County gynecologist at Hoag.
Pregnancy: Pre-register to have your baby at Hoag, or visit here to find an experienced Orange County OB/GYN or midwife.
Breast Care Program: For general questions and scheduling, call (949)764-5573.
Pelvic Health Program: For general questions and scheduling, call (949)764-7277.
Get a Mammogram in Orange County: Schedule online or call (949)764-5573.
Women's Health Institute Leadership
Learn more about the physician leaders and specialists at Hoag’s Women's Health Institute and discover how our team is redefining women's health care in Orange County.

Allyson Brooks, MD, FACOG
Ginny Ueberroth Executive Medical Director Endowed Chair, Women’s Health Institute

Lisa M. Karamardian, MD
Jeffrey M. Carlton Endowed Chair in Women's Health, in honor of Dr. Anne M. Kent, Medical Director, Maternal Child Health

David C. Lagrew Jr, MD
Chief, Maternal Fetal Medicine

Rebecca C. Dominguez, MD
Medical Director, Hoag OB Hospitalist Program in Newport Beach

Susan A. Mendelsohn, MD
Medical Director, Fudge Family Birthing Suites Irvine

John V. Brown, MD
Medical Director, Robotics & Complex Gynecologic Surgery

Tiffany L. Beck, MD
Co-Director, Clinical Research Gynecologic Oncology

Lisa N. Abaid, MD
Medical Director, Hoag’s High Risk Ovarian Cancer Program

Alberto A. Mendivil, MD
Co-Director, Clinical Research Gynecologic Oncology

Marc L. Winter, MD
Medical Director, Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery

Melvin J. Silverstein, MD
Physician Emeritus - Not accepting patients

Sadia Khan, DO
Medical Director, Breast Surgical Oncology

Nirav B. Savalia, MD
Medical Director, Oncoplastic & Aesthetic Breast Surgery

Heather R. Macdonald, MD
Medical Director, Hoag Early Risk Assessment Program & Hoag High Risk Breast and Ovarian Cancer Prevention Program

January K. Lopez, MD
Medical Director, Breast Imaging at Hoag Breast Center

Mercedes J. Szpunar, MD
Tsao Family Endowed Chair, Medical Director, Maternal Mental Health

Stephanie D. Davis, MD
Program Advisor, Sexual & Hormonal Health

Kenneth A. James, MD
Midwifery Program Advisor

Courtney B. Martin, DO
Quality Improvement Advisor
Looking for trusted answers about women's health? Explore frequently asked questions about women's health conditions, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and the expert care available at Hoag.
Frequently Asked Questions
As one of Southern California's most comprehensive women's health centers, Hoag is highly skilled at diagnosing and treating a wide range of conditions in a variety of specialties, including gynecology and pelvic health, obstetrics, breast health, gynecological cancers, lactation guidance and much more. Visit here for more information about the women's health conditions our specialists treat.
Choosing a women's health specialist is a choice that should be made in consultation with your primary care physician. The decision will likely require you and your doctor to consider a wide range of factors, including your symptoms, age, overall health, test results and more.
For women in need of breast care, pregnancy/obstetrics care, a gynecologist or gynecologic cancer treatment in Orange County, the Hoag Women's Health Institute is an excellent choice for many patients.
For example, we're the first and only breast center in Orange County to be designated as a Certified Quality Breast Center of Excellence™ by the National Consortium of Breast Centers™.
Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) has also designated Hoag as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery (COERS) for Robotic-Assisted Gynecological Surgery -- a testament to our commitment to the latest treatment techniques and our safe, effective care. In 2022, Hoag had the fourth highest volume for robotic-assisted gynecologic surgery in the entire state of California. That's a deep well of experience, and it can make a big difference in your care and healing.
Depending on your insurance plan, you may need a referral before scheduling an appointment. Many patients contact Hoag's Women's Health Institute directly, while others are referred by their primary care provider or another specialist. Referrals can be made by any primary care physician or specialist. Visit here to get started.
Physicians and surgeons at Hoag’s Women's Health Institute offer advanced procedures and diagnostic tests to help diagnose, evaluate, and treat a wide range of women's health conditions. Explore the procedures and tests below to learn more about your care options.
Myomectomy for Uterine Fibroids
Sacrocolpopexy for Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Tomosynthesis (3D Mammography)
Click here to visit Hoag's Women's Health Institute for more treatments and procedures.
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