Lynn Marie Westphal, M.D., FACOG, graduated summa cum laude from Lawrence University, earned her M.D. degree at Stanford University, and did her residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at UCLA and Stanford University. She did a fellowship in molecular biology at Stanford University and completed her fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI) at UCSF and is double board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology/Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. Dr. Westphal joined the full-time faculty at Stanford University in 1998 and was a Professor in the Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Director of the Fertility Preservation Program, Director of the Third-Party Reproduction Program, and Director of the REI Fellowship. Her interest in fertility preservation for cancer survivors led her to set up one of the first oocyte cryopreservation programs in the country. She has held numerous national leadership positions and was the President of the Fertility Preservation Special Interest Group of the American Society of Reproductive Medicine from 2008-2009. She was the Director of Women’s Health at Stanford from 2005-2012. In 2012, she co-founded the Stanford Center for Health Research on Women and Sex Differences in Medicine (WSDM) and served as co-director of the program for two years.

Dr. Bendikson did her residency training in OB/GYN at Harvard and completed her reproductive endocrine and infertility fellowship training at Cornell. She is a California native, having graduated from UCLA with honors. After first leaving Los Angeles for NYU Medical School, she finally returned after training to become an assistant professor at the USC Keck School of Medicine.

Dr. Bendikson was a leader at USC Fertility for over a decade. Dr. Bendikson founded the Center for Pregnancy Loss for patients who have suffered from pregnancy loss and miscarriage. Dr. Bendikson also founded the Fertility Diagnostics Program at USC, to provide a way for young adults to better understand their reproductive potential to help them make educated choices for their future.

She is a nationally recognized leader in the fertility field. She has been the Chair of the American Society of Reproductive Medicine’s (ASRM) Patient Education Committee since 2016 and serves as a member of the ASRM Practice Committee. She is on the board of the ASRM Early Pregnancy Loss Special Interest group and served as President in 2020. She has been recognized for many years as one of LA’s Top Doctors by Los Angeles Magazine.

Dr. Bendikson has presented her award-winning research at both national and international conferences. She has authored numerous publications on a wide variety of topics including the effects of Vitamin D on implantation, IVF for women of advanced maternal age, egg freezing, IVF outcomes in women of different ethnicities, and sex selection of embryos.

It is her goal to provide the highest quality care for her patients and to help them fulfill their desire of having a healthy baby, whether that be now or in the future. In addition, she strives to guide her patients through what can be a trying and difficult journey by providing them with the support and personal attention they need and deserve.

Dr. Amber R. Cooper, MD, MS is Chief Medical Officer-Genomics and Laboratory Sciences, and Medical and IVF Practice Director, St. Louis. Prior to joining Kindbody, Dr. Cooper was a founding physician and the Chief Medical Officer for the St. Louis region of Vios Fertility Institute. She understands the challenges of infertility both personally and professionally. Board certified in both Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, she completed both her residency and fellowship at Washington University in St. Louis. During her years of practice, Dr. Cooper has received numerous awards and has authored articles for several medical journals and textbooks.

She is a globally recognized expert on the topic of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation to increase access to fertility treatments. In 2022, Dr. Cooper presented at the first world conference on AI and fertility in Croatia, and more recently spoke on the topic at The Middle East Fertility Conference in Dubai.

Additionally, she has led clinical studies, had her research covered in the local and national press, and spoken both nationally and internationally on various topics related to fertility. While she is passionate for all facets of fertility health, she has a special interest in improving IVF success and outcomes, fertility preservation, ovarian dysfunction, ovarian reserve and aging, hysteroscopic surgery, genetics, and the environmental impact on ovarian aging and function.

Dr. Cooper serves patients from our St. Louis, MO, Chicago, IL, and our Rogers, AR clinics.

Roohi Jeelani, MD, FACOG, is a double board certified Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility Specialist (REI). A graduate of Ross University School of Medicine, she completed both her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology and her fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at Wayne State University – Detroit Medical Center. During her medical training, Dr. Jeelani received numerous awards in the areas of fetal medicine and reproductive medicine. In addition, she has authored a variety of publications and book chapters in well known journals highlighting cutting-edge REI advancement and has presented at national/international conferences and symposiums focused on advancements in women’s health. Dr. Jeelani is an active member of many medical associations. A highly-skilled reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist focusing on all areas of reproductive health, Dr. Jeelani has a special interest in oncofertility, toxins’ impact on reproductive function, chemotherapy, and oocyte cryopreservation.

Dr. Sasan is a board certified and practicing Ob/Gyn who completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City and is an Assistant Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. Dr. Sasan is also a member of the Business Group on Health’s Evidence Based Benefit Design Committee. As a practicing clinician for more than 17 years she is dedicated to helping employers deliver comprehensive care with a focus on risk reduction and providing an exceptional, personalized experience. Kindbody’s employer clients have direct access to Dr. Sasan from thought leadership and strategy to the smallest detail to ensure Kindbody exceeds their expectations.

Dr. Sasan and her team provide fertility services, gynecology, low-risk and high-risk prenatal care, and wellness support, offering patients a single door for all of their fertility healthcare needs. Dr. Sasan is a recognized and widely-quoted expert on fertility healthcare and education in the media including NBC News, CBS News, and TODAY.

Dr. Juan Alvarez is a double board certified Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility Specialist (REI). He received his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Chicago and completed his fellowship training in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at UCLA Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles. Prior to his fellowship, he  completed his Ob/Gyn residency at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, GA.

He is passionate about all aspects of infertility treatment but has a particular interest in third-party reproduction, fertility preservation, diminished ovarian reserve and how obesity impacts fertility, a topic which he researched extensively during his fellowship. As both a member of the LGBTQ+ community and a fertility specialist, he has a special interest in LGBTQ+ fertility care and education.

He is an ardent believer in the power of patient education and the importance of the patient-physician relationship. He is also an avid proponent of the mind-body connection and his goal is to integrate positive thinking into a holistic approach to reproductive health and patient care. He is thrilled to be welcoming patients at Kindbody Chicago.

Dr. Armstrong is a distinguished Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI) specialist. An Orange County native, she graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Southern California and earned her medical degree with honors from The George Washington University School of Medicine, in Washington, D.C.

She completed her residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at UCLA, elected as administrative chief resident in her final year. She further honed her expertise through a dedicated fellowship in Reproductive Endocrine and Infertility at UCLA.

Dr. Armstrong welcomes all patients at Kindbody – she empowers women to make informed decisions regarding their reproductive options. She delivers a spectrum of fertility services including assisted reproductive technologies such as intrauterine insemination (IUI), in vitro fertilization (IVF), and fertility preservation (egg/sperm freezing).

Her patient-centered practice is designed to combine positivity and enthusiasm with a passion for precision and evidence-based medicine. She aspires to build a personalized partnership over shared dreams and challenges in helping patients achieve their ultimate goal: the birth of a healthy child.

Beyond her clinical practice, Dr. Armstrong actively drives fertility research forward with her numerous peer-reviewed publications. Her specific research areas include preimplantation genetic testing, embryo mosaicism, and the impact of marijuana use on fertility. She contributes to the scientific community as an active member of various professional organizations, including the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the American Society for Reproductive Medicine.

Kelsey Anderson, MD, FACOG appreciates the individual journeys of her patients and is excited to practice in the Midwest. Born and raised in St. Louis, she moved to Nashville for her undergraduate degree at Vanderbilt University then returned to STL for medical school at St. Louis University School of Medicine. She then completed Ob/Gyn residency and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility fellowship at Washington University School of Medicine.

Her research interests primarily include evaluating social, anatomical, and pathologic factors which impact women’s fertility. While in fellowship, Dr. Anderson had numerous peer-reviewed publications and grant funding for her work with uterine peristalsis. She prioritizes personal and evidence-based care, patient satisfaction, and mental health well-being.

She has a special interest in uterine abnormalities, endometriosis, and improving access to family building services. Dr. Anderson values how deeply personal the women’s health field is and wants to help her patients every step of the way.

Originally from New York, Dr. Balmir is a graduate of Columbia University. She earned her medical degree at Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Her residency was at Stony Brook University Hospital in New York where she trained in Obstetrics and Gynecology and was also inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. She completed her training with fellowship at Magee-Womens Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. Dr. Balmir was Director of Medical Education and Outreach at an academic practice in Pittsburgh, PA. Her dedication to excellent patient experience is driven by the connections she forms with patients over the course of their care. She is passionate about empowering patients with knowledge of all their reproductive options. In her free time, Dr. Balmir enjoys spending time with her husband, 2 children, and 2 dogs. She is fluent in French.

Dr. Kristen Cain is a board-certified Ob/Gyn and Reproductive Endocrinologist who has worked in infertility since completing her fellowship at UCLA in 1995. She was an Assistant Professor at SUNY Stony Brook, before moving on to help start a private practice in Long Island, which grew to the largest infertility practice on Long Island, and the third largest in New York state. She also developed the donor egg and fertility preservation programs while there, opening the first egg bank on Long Island. Dr. Cain moved back to her home state of Minnesota in 2012 to be closer to her family, and was one of three REI doctors serving the entire region of North Dakota, northern Minnesota and eastern Montana. While there, she became a women’s health advocate at the state and national level, working toward improving access to care for infertility patients. Dr. Cain graduated from Jamestown College in North Dakota, and completed medical school at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. She completed an internship in Internal Medicine at UVA in Charlottesville, VA before returning to Johns Hopkins for her residency in Ob/Gyn.

Rachael Cohen, DO is a double board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist. Highly skilled in all areas of reproductive health, Dr. Cohen prides herself on providing individualized treatment for every patient. She graduated from Sarah Lawrence College with an undergraduate degree in Pre-medicine and Psychology and went on to medical school at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her Ob/Gyn residency at Mercy Suburban Hospital in Norristown, Pennsylvania where she also served as Chief Resident. Dr. Cohen completed her REI fellowship at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She has been in private practice for more than 10 years and was recently recognized as a Top Reproductive Endocrinologist in New Jersey. Her personal experience with IVF to build her family has heavily influenced her approach to patient care. She prioritizes an individual approach and strives to ensure each patient feels heard.

Dr. Cohen serves patients from our Princeton, NJ and our Philadelphia, PA clinics.

Dr. Geraldine Ekpo is a Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI) Specialist with years of experience providing compassionate fertility care in the San Francisco Bay Area. After graduating summa cum laude from Georgia Tech with a B.Sc. in Biomedical Engineering, she went on to obtain her medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School. She then completed her Ob/Gyn residency at Northwestern University in Chicago, and a REI fellowship at UCSF. She is an inducted member of the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Medical Society and is double board certified in Ob/Gyn and REI.

Dr. Ekpo is passionate about increasing access to reproductive care and education/outreach. She previously interned at the World Health Organization (WHO) in Geneva, Switzerland and volunteered her time to train UCSF Ob/gyn residents at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital in fertility care.

She feels very privileged to be able to assist patients in their family building endeavors, and her clinical areas of expertise include infertility, in vitro fertilization, intrauterine insemination, egg freezing, PCOS, fibroids, recurrent pregnancy loss and 3rd party parenting.

Dr. Ellen Hayes is devoted to assisting patients facing fertility challenges and has helped individuals and couples in Wisconsin build their families for over 15 years. Board-certified in both Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility and OBGYN, Dr. Hayes graduated from Loyola University Chicago – Stritch School of Medicine with honors. She completed her residency in OBGYN at the Medical College of Wisconsin, where she was recognized by her department for her outstanding surgical skills. She then completed fellowship training at Emory University, where her thesis project received the prestigious John D. Thompson research award. A member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, and a fellow of the American College of OBGYN, she has authored numerous articles in scientific journals and has participated in research studies in her field which have been presented nationally. Dr. Hayes believes in providing honest and accurate information, incorporating healthy lifestyle recommendations, and taking a collaborative approach to care with each patient. She loves finding answers for her patients as well as providing the best possible experience for patients during the treatment process. 

Dr. Kathiresan is board certified in both Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility and Obstetrics & Gynecology. She is a native of Marietta, Georgia. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree from Cornell University and medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia (MCG). While at MCG, she was active in health disparities advocacy, which earned her a national leadership award from the American Medical Association. She went on to complete her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Miami/ Jackson Memorial Hospital and fellowship training in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Kathiresan has extensively published in many peer-reviewed scientific journals. After completing her training, she moved to Texas and developed a busy clinical practice committed to compassionate, individualized patient-centered care. She is devoted to helping couples achieve their dreams of building a family. She is also passionate about promoting fertility education awareness through various social media platforms (@anukathiresanmd on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Youtube). She was awarded “Rising Star Super Doc,” “Texas Top Doc,” and “Top Doctor” by Houstonia Magazine for several consecutive years. She has many years of experience in all areas of infertility including IVF, IUI, recurrent pregnancy loss, fertility preservation and oocyte cryopreservation.

Find Dr. Kathiresan on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok.

Dr. Xiaohong Liu, MD, is a Board Certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist and Board-eligible Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility Specialist. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Cornell University. A native of Maryland, she earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in 2016 and completed her Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at the University of Louisville. She completed her Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility fellowship at the EVMS Jones Institute.

Dr. Liu is dedicated to excellence, practicing evidence-based medicine, and staying at the forefront of research. She actively engages in research projects and has made notable contributions to the field of reproductive medicine. Her research findings have been presented at conferences, showcasing her commitment to staying at the forefront of her field. She has received recognition for her work, including the Pacific Coast Reproductive Society Scholarship Award.

In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Liu is an active member of professional organizations, such as the American Society for Reproductive Medicine and the American Medical Association. Her multifaceted expertise, research contributions, and compassionate patient care make her a valuable member of the Kindbody DC and Bethesda clinics.

Dr. Liu is known for her commitment to advancing reproductive medicine and delivering individualized and empathetic patient care, ensuring that they receive the highest standard of reproductive health services. She focuses on a team-based approach to help patients regain control of their reproductive health and to achieve their reproductive goals.

Dr. Xiaohong Liu serves patients from our Washington, DC and our Bethesda, MD clinics.

Dr. Mehta is the Medical Director for Kindbody Dallas. She is double board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. After graduating with honors from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, she went on to complete her Ob/Gyn residency there as well. She then went on to complete her Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility fellowship at the prestigious UC San Diego where she focused her fellowship research on the study of PCOS. She has been in private practice helping build families since 2006. Providing compassionate, personalized, evidence based and patient centered care is very important to her. She has been voted by her peers as one of the best doctors in Collin County and Dallas for several years in a row. Her areas of expertise include general infertility, in vitro fertilization, fertility preservation, oocyte cryopreservation, diminished ovarian reserve, hysteroscopic surgery and PCOS. She is also passionate about nutrition, lifestyle, and a holistic approach to fertility.

Dr. Toral Parikh is a board-certified Ob/Gyn and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI) specialist. She completed her REI training at the world-renowned National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, as well as receiving training from specialists at Shady Grove Fertility Center.

She accomplished her baccalaureate education at Emory University graduating Magna Cum Laude, obtained her M.D. at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, and mastered her residency training in Ob/Gyn at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC. Dr. Parikh is a Howard Hughes Medical Institute scholar whose research interests have been notable throughout her medical career. She has published relevant cutting-edge studies within peer-reviewed journals important to advancing the field of women’s reproductive health. She has presented her work at several national and international conferences and received the Society for Reproductive Investigation award for her most recent work on the medical management of uterine fibroids.

She is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), and an active member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) and Society for Reproductive Investigators (SRI). Her clinical expertise also includes assisted reproductive technologies such as intrauterine insemination (IUI), in vitro fertilization (IVF), and fertility preservation (egg/sperm freezing). Her expertise with infertility has provided her with the ability to counsel with compassion and offer informed diagnoses and equitable guidance to individuals and couples alike. Dr. Parikh is excited to welcome patients at Kindbody.

Mackenzie Purdy, MD, FACOG is thrilled to be caring for patients in a city she loves. After receiving her medical degree at the University of Missouri, Dr. Purdy completed her Ob/Gyn residency at the University of Kentucky. She then obtained a Masters in Biomedical Sciences and completed her Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Fellowship at the Mayo Clinic. Double board-certified in both Ob/Gyn and Reproductive Endocrinology, Dr. Purdy is also well-recognized for her numerous peer-reviewed publications and abstracts. With specialty expertise in pre-implantation genetic testing, carrier screening, and recurrent pregnancy loss, Dr. Purdy has tremendous compassion for patients in the women’s health field, which she gained largely through experiencing IVF treatment first-hand. Dr. Purdy is also a member of the Society for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists, American Society for Reproductive Medicine, and the American College of Ob/Gyn.

Dr. Purdy serves patients from our St. Louis, MO, Chicago, IL and our Rogers, AR clinics.

Julie S. Rhee, MD is double board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology as well as Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI). She completed her fellowship in REI at Washington University in St. Louis. At Wash U, she was selected as a recipient of the prestigious National Institute of Health T32 research award, under which she studied the effects of diet-induced obesity on the endometrium and implantation. She completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School. She has won multiple awards, authored numerous publications, and has presented at national meetings on topics related to women’s health and infertility. Her particular areas of interest include general infertility, IVF, fertility preservation, recurrent pregnancy loss, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and minimally invasive surgery.

Dr. Rehee serves patients from our St. Louis, MO, Chicago, IL and our Rogers, AR clinics.

Dr. Ramya Sethuram, MD, is a dedicated Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility Specialist who brings her expertise to the Kindbody team. Dr. Sethuram earned her Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from The Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University in India. She completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia.

With a strong commitment to women’s reproductive health, Dr. Sethuram pursued a Fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI) at Wayne State University in Detroit. Dr. Sethuram’s extensive overseas training includes clinical fellowships in Gynecological Oncology at Birmingham University, UK, and research fellowships at Birmingham University and Cardiff University, UK. She is board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology in both the United States and the United Kingdom.

Dr. Sethuram’s dedication to advancing the field of reproductive medicine is reflected in her impressive list of honors and awards, including the ASRM In-Training Award for the best abstract presentation. She is an active member of professional organizations, including the American Society of Reproductive Medicine, American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and the American Medical Association.

Her research interests encompass various aspects of reproductive health, and she has contributed to peer-reviewed publications in the field. Dr. Sethuram’s commitment to evidence-based care, patient satisfaction, and mental health well-being aligns perfectly with Kindbody’s mission to provide personalized and accessible fertility care to individuals and couples.

Dr. Aimee Seungdamrong graduated cum laude with a degree in Chemistry from Cornell University. She earned her medical degree at The University of Texas Southwestern and did her residency at Parkland Memorial Hospital. She completed her training in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at New Jersey Medical School in Newark, New Jersey, where she continues to teach as an Assistant Professor at Rutgers Medical School. Dr. Seungdamrong has been practicing medicine for over 12 years. She loves providing excellent care to each and every one of her patients, as well as spending time with her family, her dog Luna, and doing dance aerobics.

Lauren W. Sundheimer, MD, MS, FACOG is a double board-certified physician in Obstetrics and Gynecology and in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. She is passionate about applying science to help patients achieve their dream of building a family. Dr. Sundheimer is an Orange County native and developed a dedication to women’s health while in medical school at University of California, Irvine. She completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at UCLA Medical Center and her fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at UCLA as well. She holds a BS in Biochemistry and a BA in Political Science from University of California, San Diego, where she also completed a highly competitive joint Bachelor’s and Master’s degree program in Biology. During her medical career, Dr. Sundheimer has performed considerable research in the area of reproductive health, but her heart and focus is on providing outstanding clinical care.