Fairfax OB-GYN Associates

09/12/2025

Vaginal dryness and discomfort don't have to hold you back. You're not alone and there are personalized treatment options to help you feel like yourself again.

Our expert team is here to guide you with compassionate care and proven solutions.

Take the first step toward comfort and confidence today!

Learn more about vaginal atrophy here: https://ow.ly/T9hz50WTkPN

09/10/2025

Curious about maternal-fetal medicine and genetic counseling? Hear directly from Jennifer Razak, MGC, CGC, as she shares expert insights on how these services support moms-to-be.

Learn more about our MFM and genetic counseling services and providers here: https://www.advantiahealth.com/mfm-genetics/

09/08/2025

Early detection. Greater accuracy. Peace of mind.

With 3D mammography, you get clearer results that catch concerns sooner and reduce unnecessary follow-ups, helping you feel confident about your breast health.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/gsNi50WSf4A

09/05/2025

September is ***dePreventionMonth - a reminder that mental wellness is just as important as physical health.

Taking care of your emotional, psychological, and social well-being helps you handle life's stresses, work productively, and stay connected with others.

Let's break the stigma and check in with ourselves and each other. You're not alone.

If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 for the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

09/03/2025

Take charge of your health!

Schedule your Annual Well Woman Exam for essential screenings, preventive care, and peace of mind.

Book your visit today: https://ow.ly/jwyn50WPLaG

09/03/2025

In this new article in What To Expect, Dr. Sheetal Dedania from Reiter, Hill & Johnson of Advantia shares her recommendations for the best c-section recovery items. Included are products for incision care, pain relief, mobility support, and more.
Learn more:

From pain relievers to scar prevention treatments, these are the essentials you need, according to a mom who had two C-sections.

09/02/2025

We are excited to announce that Marie Peters, WHNP-BC, has joined the Liv by Advantia Health team.

As a board-certified Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience, Marie brings compassionate, patient-first care to Liv by Advantia. She specializes in family planning, managing early pregnancy complications, contraception, sexual health, and comprehensive reproductive healthcare—including preventive well‑woman visits, gender‑affirming care, prenatal/postpartum support, and in‑office procedures like IUD and Nexplanon services.

A mentor and educator to future women’s health providers, she creates a welcoming, empowering space where every patient’s needs and goals are at the heart of their care.

To schedule a visit with Marie, you can call our office (202) 481-2050 OR book online:
https://ow.ly/Gwzb50WCz4a

Learn more about Marie: https://ow.ly/ks1B50WCz4b

08/28/2025

We are excited to announce that Alice Howe, CNM, has re-joined the Physicians and Midwives team.

Alice Howe is a Certified Nurse Midwife who loves taking care of women and babies. Her experience in nursing spans both maternal and infant care, as she is also a Certified Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse. She has taught nursing at the associate-degree level and continues to fulfill her passion for teaching as an instructor in neonatal resuscitation (NRP) and stabilization (The S.T.A.B.L.E. Program).

Alice is a military spouse, and she understands the unique needs of our service members and their families. While her family was stationed in Hawaii, she volunteered her midwifery services at Tripler Army Medical Center and is proud to be a Red Cross Volunteer Nurse. When she’s not working, you can find her at CrossFit or enjoying the outdoors with her husband, children, and Aussies.⁠

To schedule a visit with Alice, you can call our office (703) 370-4300 OR book online: https://ow.ly/2ACq50Ww0q6

Learn more about Alice: https://ow.ly/Cwvn50Ww0q5

08/28/2025

If you're curious about period underwear and whether it could be a good solution for you or your daughters, Parents magazine recently published this helpful guide. Contributors include Dr. Diane Snyder, ABOG, an adolescent gynecologist from Women's Health Specialists Advantia.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/Q9TQ50WJRRB

A mother of four girls selects the best period underwear for teens—soft, leakproof, eco-friendly picks to help your child feel secure every day of their cycle, including Thinx, Hanes, Cora, Salt, The Period Company, and more.

08/27/2025

If you're curious about period underwear and whether it could be a good solution for you or your daughters, Parents magazine recently published this helpful guide. Contributors include Dr. Diane Snyder, ABOG, an adolescent gynecologist from Women's Health Specialists of Advantia.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/QysW50WLjnp

A mother of four girls selects the best period underwear for teens—soft, leakproof, eco-friendly picks to help your child feel secure every day of their cycle, including Thinx, Hanes, Cora, Salt, The Period Company, and more.

08/26/2025

Please join us in welcoming Rochelle V. Johns, MD to the Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht Advantia team!

Dr. Johns is passionate about women’s health and patient advocacy, with clinical interests that include the management of benign gynecologic conditions and the care of patients with severe preeclampsia. She is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care that supports women through every stage of life.

Dr. Johns will begin seeing patients September 15, but you can book your appointment with her now through the Patient Portal (https://ow.ly/2sa550WAWK6) or by calling (301) 414-2300.

Learn more about Dr. Johns:
https://ow.ly/sb2J50WAWK5

08/21/2025

Please join us in welcoming Alec Sunyecz, MD, to the Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht team!

Dr. Sunyecz enjoys all aspects of women’s health, from contraceptive counseling to high-risk pregnancies. He has a particular passion for conditions such as abnormal uterine bleeding, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, and infertility. He is dedicated to providing personalized, compassionate care that empowers women through every stage of life.

Dr. Sunyecz will begin seeing patients September 15 in our Frederick location, but you can book your appointment with him now through the Patient Portal (https://ow.ly/4LBs50WC1Fk) or by calling (301) 414-2300.

Learn more about Dr. Sunyecz:
https://ow.ly/bJGm50WC1Fl