Notice of Privacy Practice THIS NOTICE DESCRIBES HOW MEDICAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOU MAY BE USED AND DISCLOSED AND HOW YOU CAN GET ACCESS TO THIS INFORMATION. PLEASE REVIEW IT CAREFULLY. I. Our Duty to Safeguard Your Protected Health Information. We understand that medical information about you is personal and confidential. Be assured that we are committed to protecting that information. We are required by law to maintain the privacy of protected health information and to provide you with this Notice of our legal duties and privacy practices with respect to protected health information. We are required by law to abide by the terms of this Notice, and we reserve the right to change the terms of this Notice, making any revision applicable to all the protected health information we maintain. If we revise the terms of this Notice, we will post a revised notice and make paper and electronic copies of this Notice of Privacy Practices for Protected Health Information available upon request. We are required by law to notify you in the event of a breach of your protected health information. In general, when we release your personal information, we must release only the information needed to achieve the purpose of the use or disclosure. However, all of your personal health information that you designate will be available for release if you sign an authorization form, if you request the information for yourself, to a provider regarding your treatment, or due to a legal requirement. We will not use or sell any of your personal information for marketing purposes without your written authorization. II. How We May Use and Disclose Your Protected Health Information. For uses and disclosures relating to treatment, payment, or health care operations, we do not need an authorization to use and disclose your medical information: For treatment: We may disclose your medical information to doctors, nurses, and other health care personnel who are involved in providing your health care. We may use your medical information to provide you with medical treatment or services. For example, your doctor may be providing treatment for a heart problem and need to make sure that you don’t have any other health problems that could interfere. The doctor might use your medical history to determine what method of treatment (such as a drug or surgery) is best for you. Your medical information might also be shared among members of your treatment team, or with your pharmacist(s). To obtain payment: We may use and/or disclose your medical information in order to bill and collect payment for your health care services or to obtain permission for an anticipated plan of treatment. For example, in order for Medicare or an insurance company to pay for your treatment, we must submit a bill that identifies you, your diagnoses, and the services provided to you. As a result, we will pass this type of health information on to an insurer to help receive payment for your medical bills. For healthcare operations: We may use and/or disclose your medical information in the course of operating our practice. For example, we may use your medical information in evaluating the quality of services provided or disclose your medical information to our accountant or attorney for audit purposes. In addition, unless you object, we may use your health information to send you appointment reminders or information about treatment alternatives or other health-related benefits that may be of interest to you. For example, we may look at your medical record to determine the date and time of your next appointment with us, and then send you a reminder to help you remember. Or, we may look at your medical information and decide that another treatment or a new service we offer may interest you. We may also use and/or disclose your medical information in accordance with federal and state laws for the following purposes: We may disclose your medical information to law enforcement or other specialized government functions in response to a court order, subpoena, warrant, summons, or similar process. We may disclose medical information when a law requires that we report information about suspected abuse, neglect or domestic violence, or relating to suspected criminal activity, or in response to a court order. We must also disclose medical information to authorities who monitor compliance with these privacy requirements. We may disclose medical information when we are required to collect information about disease or injury, or to report vital statistics to the public health authority. We may also disclose medical information to the protection and advocacy agency, or another agency responsible for monitoring the health care system for such purposes as reporting or investigation of unusual incidents. We may disclose medical information relating to an individual’s death to coroners, medical examiners or funeral directors, and to organ procurement organizations relating to organ, eye, or tissue donations or transplants. In certain circumstances, we may disclose medical information to assist medical/psychiatric research. In order to avoid a serious threat to health or safety, we may disclose medical information to law enforcement or other persons who can reasonably prevent or lessen the threat of harm, or to help with the coordination of disaster relief efforts. If people such as family members, relatives, or close personal friends are involved in your care or helping you pay your medical bills, we may release important health information about your location, general condition, or death. We may disclose your medical information as authorized by law relating to worker’s compensation or similar programs. We may disclose your medical information in the course of certain judicial or administrative proceedings. Other uses and disclosures of your medical information: Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Treatment Records: If we receive or maintain any information about you from a 42 C.F.R. Part 2-covered SUD treatment program through a general consent you provide to the Part 2 Program to use and disclose your records for purposes of treatment, payment or health care operations, we may use and disclose your Part 2 records for treatment, payment

Rebecca Cypert, DNP, CNM  is a dedicated Certified Nurse Midwife with a strong background in labor and delivery nursing and a deep passion for women’s health. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas at Arlington and earned her Doctorate in Nursing Practice with a specialty in midwifery from Baylor University’s Louise Herrington School of Nursing. Rebecca has called Virginia Beach home for the past ten years, where she has worked as a labor and delivery nurse, supporting families during some of life’s most meaningful moments. She is certified in advanced fetal monitoring, critical obstetric care, and obstetric triage through the Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN). Now a proud member of The Group for Women, Rebecca is excited to provide compassionate, collaborative care. She believes that healthy families begin with impactful pregnancy care delivered by diverse, high-quality healthcare teams. She is especially passionate about empowering young adults to build trusting relationships with their providers and to feel supported in every stage of life. Outside of her professional life, Rebecca is married to a U.S. Navy service member and is the proud mom of two boys. She loves spending time at the beach, cooking with her family, and is currently learning to crochet.    

Allyson, Bailey, PA-C grew up in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Roanoke, VA. She attended Virginia Tech achieving her Bachelor of Science in Human, Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise with honors. After graduation she moved to Richmond, VA and worked as a certified nursing assistant at Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center on the acute care surgical unit. She then attended South University and was awarded a Masters in Physician Assistant studies. After graduation she moved to Virginia Beach and worked in family medicine. During this time, she realized her passion for women’s health and treating the patient as a whole instead of treating problems. Her clinical interests include birth control counseling and supporting patient’s mental health through big life events. She enjoys utilizing her prior experience and degree in nutrition and exercise to help patients be active participants in their health goals and outcomes. Allyson is a board-certified Physician Assistant and a member of the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA), as well as the Virginia Academy of Physician Associates (VAPA). Allyson is a HUGE Virginia Tech Hokie fan. She enjoys attending football games whenever she can and visiting her hometown. In her spare time, she enjoys gardening, riding her peloton, trying new restaurants, traveling, and spending time with her dog, Oliver.  

I AM A VIBRANT MATURE WOMAN. We provide mammography exams, bone density scans and ultrasounds for our patients in the comfort of our own offices. Professional & dedicated to you through every stage of your life. Read More I AM AN EXCITED, EXPECTANT MOTHER This is an amazing time in your life, full of changes and questions. You need a team that understands you and the needs of your baby. Our staff is ready to guide, care and protect both of you! Read More I AM A WOMAN, A MOTHER, A DAUGHTER, A FRIEND. With over 100 years of successful practice, we are proud to say that we are now celebrating multiple generations of patients. We are your advocates for the highest quality care for all women. Read More Quick Links Adolescent Gynecology Learn More Health Library Learn More Virtual OB Book Learn More Hospital Affiliations Learn More Pregnancy Medications Learn More New Patient Paperwork Learn More Martha T. Fernandez, MD Bio Jeffrey Wentworth, MD Bio Giniene Pirkle, MD Bio Denise Harris-Proctor, MD Bio Kimberly Stockmaster, MD Bio Kristin Kreider, MD Bio Alexa Pascioni, MD Bio Jordan Damiano, DO Bio Barbara Kersey, PhD. Bio Madison Pender, MD Bio Gayle Smith, CNM Bio Helene Newman, PA-C Bio Melissa Waddell, WHNP Bio Annie C. Kownack, CNM Bio Allyson Bailey, PA-C Bio Regina D. Rieger, CNM Bio Rebecca A. Cypert, CNM Bio Ashley R. Morton White, CNM Bio About the Practice Welcome, and thank you for selecting The Group for Women.  Our practice is devoted to the care of women, including all aspects of gynecology, infertility and obstetrics. As Board certified obstetricians and gynecologists, we strive to continue to provide the highest quality of care that our certification demands. Meet the Team Office News All Posts Interviews news Office News Top Docs Among Us TOP DOCS AMONG US! We would like to CONGRATULATE our very own, Dr. Martha Fernandez, Dr. Giniene Pirkle and Dr…. Read More We Are Excited to Welcome Regina Rieger, Certified Nurse Midwife Regina joins our practice bringing with her 33 years of experience caring for women of all ages and stages of… Read More Retirement Message From Dr. Holly Puritz It is with a mixture of sadness and joy that I announce my retirement from the practice of medicine, as… Read More Load More End of Content.

Our Medical Team Advanced Practice Providers The Group for Women is proud to be supported by a team of experienced OB/GYN physicians and Advanced Practice Providers dedicated to delivering high-quality care here in the Hampton Roads area. Whether you are scheduling a routine exam, receiving prenatal care, or preparing for a surgical procedure, you can be confident that you will receive exceptional, patient-centered care. Our providers provide comprehensive services across our offices in Norfolk and Chesapeake, as well as at Sentara Leigh Hospital, ensuring continuity of care wherever you are seen. Meet Your Group for Women Medical Team. Physicians Martha T. Fernandez, MD Jeffrey Wentworth, MD Giniene Pirkle, MD Denise Harris-Proctor, MD Kimberly Stockmaster, MD Kristin D. Kreider, MD Alexa Pascioni, MD Jordan N. Damiano, DO Barbara Kersey, PhD Madison Pender, MD Schedule Your Appointment Please call us to schedule your appointment at (757) 466-5751 or fill out the contact form. CALL NOW Search Search The Group For Women Advanced Practice Providers T. Gayle Smith, CNM Annie C. Kownack, CNM Rebecca A. Cypert, CNM Helene R. Newman, PA-C Allyson Bailey, PA-C Ashley R. Morton White, CNM Melissa R. Waddell, NP Regina D. Rieger, CNM Schedule Your Appointment Please call us to schedule your appointment at (757) 466-5751 or fill out the contact form. CALL NOW Search Search The Group For Women