You will join a large, established team that has built genuine camaraderie through the demands of a high-volume practice. The group includes 13 OB/GYN physicians with varied backgrounds and career stages, from recent residency graduates to experienced practitioners. This range creates natural mentorship opportunities and ensures diverse perspectives on clinical challenges.
Dr. Theo Harris serves as Medical Director and brings a collaborative leadership approach to the practice. He is mid-to-late career and plans to remain in the role for the foreseeable future, though his eventual retirement could open leadership opportunities for physicians interested in that trajectory. Debbie Pentek, the Practice Director, oversees daily operations and played a central role in designing the onboarding process for new physicians. She personally coordinates the first-week clinic orientation, pairing new hires with experienced nurses to ensure a smooth transition.
The practice employs 16 certified nurse midwives who work across both clinic and hospital settings. They manage low-risk deliveries independently while collaborating with physicians on complex cases. This CNM team provides continuity for patients and adds significant capacity to the practice without shifting high-acuity cases away from physician oversight. One women's health nurse practitioner rounds out the advanced practice provider team.
A unique addition to this practice is an on-staff women's health psychologist. She provides behavioral health support for patients dealing with perinatal mood disorders, pregnancy loss, and other emotional challenges common in obstetric care. The team notes that she provides as much support to the staff as she does to patients, helping maintain morale in a demanding clinical environment.
Two OB hospitalists remain on-site at HealthPark Medical Center 24/7, 365 days per year. They handle all unassigned patients who arrive in labor and delivery and provide backup for the CNM team, assisting with C-sections as needed. Their presence means you are never truly alone on a busy call shift, and they absorb cases that would otherwise fragment your attention.
Leadership opportunities exist within the group. One current physician, Dr. Almazy, is transitioning from full-scope practice to an OB hospitalist role, which opens a site lead position. The practice promotes from within, and physicians who demonstrate leadership interest will find pathways to administrative roles as the team continues to grow.
The culture here reflects physicians who have chosen to stay. Despite the demanding volume, the team functions cohesively because call is distributed fairly, hospitalists absorb unassigned work, and the support staff genuinely understands the pressures of obstetric practice. You will find colleagues who cover for each other, share challenging cases, and maintain perspective through the inevitable long nights.