Clinical Component

Navigating the Clinical Component

Your Clinical Practice Experience

Your days at Stella Mattina will flow with the steady rhythm of a well-supported, full-scope OB/GYN practice—from clinic sessions where you can truly connect with patients, to dedicated surgical days utilizing advanced technology, to obstetrical care that balances the joy of deliveries with a manageable, physician-respecting call schedule. This is comprehensive women’s health practice as it should be: intellectually engaging, fully supported, and sustainably structured so you can practice at the top of your training without sacrificing your quality of life.

Patient Population & Services

You’ll care for a diverse and growing patient population that reflects the demographics of the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex—women across every stage of life seeking comprehensive, relationship-based obstetrical and gynecologic care. Your practice will span the entire spectrum of women’s health, offering both continuity and variety each day.

  • Full-scope OB/GYN practice including obstetrics, gynecology, and minimally invasive surgery
  • Average of 4–5 deliveries per week when on obstetrical service
  • Gynecologic procedures including hysterectomies, advanced laparoscopy, and office-based interventions
  • Access to the Da Vinci robotic surgical system for advanced minimally invasive procedures
  • Well-woman exams, family planning, and hormone replacement therapy
  • Close collaboration with maternal-fetal medicine specialists for high-risk obstetrical cases

Call Schedule & Coverage

Unlike traditional call structures that blur boundaries between work and rest, Stella Mattina’s call model is designed to protect your time and wellbeing. When you’re on call, you’ll be focused solely on hospital coverage—no clinic overlap, no split attention—allowing you to dedicate your expertise fully to your patients in labor and acute care situations.

  • Dedicated call shifts without concurrent clinic responsibilities
  • Post-call day off for rest and recovery
  • Shared call rotation among seven OB/GYN colleagues ensuring balance and fairness
  • Predictable schedule supporting personal planning and family commitments

Technology & Clinical Support

Technology at Stella Mattina exists to enhance your clinical practice—not complicate it. The practice uses eClinicalWorks (ECW) for electronic health records, complemented by a virtual care assistant who manages your documentation, coding, and referral coordination. Combined with robust staffing and in-house diagnostics, you’ll have the infrastructure you need to focus on patient care rather than administrative tasks.

  • ECW EMR system with full functionality for outpatient and inpatient workflows
  • Virtual care assistant providing real-time scribing, coding, and documentation support
  • Two dedicated medical assistants per physician to ensure smooth patient flow
  • In-house sonography services with experienced sonographers on staff
  • On-site laboratory through LabCorp for immediate diagnostic support
  • Interpreter services available for non-English-speaking patients
  • Four exam rooms per physician ensuring efficient daily operations

Surgical Practice

Your dedicated weekly surgical day allows you to maintain and expand your surgical expertise without the constant rescheduling or clinic disruption common in many busy practices. With access to advanced technology and collegial surgical support, you’ll perform both routine and complex cases with confidence and efficiency.

  • Weekly dedicated surgery day focused on gynecologic procedures
  • Access to the Da Vinci robotic surgical platform for advanced minimally invasive cases
  • Opportunities to teach residents and fellows and contribute to clinical education
  • Collaborative surgical environment with peer consultation for complex cases

Collaborative Care & Referral Relationships

Stella Mattina maintains strong partnerships with maternal-fetal medicine specialists to ensure high-quality care for patients with complex pregnancies—while preserving your primary patient relationship. In addition, the integrated APP team enhances efficiency by managing routine care, procedures, and follow-up visits within a collaborative framework.

  • Two MFM specialists available for immediate high-risk consultations
  • Clear referral pathways ensuring seamless coordination of care
  • MFM team provides consultative input while you maintain primary obstetric oversight
  • Six Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) assisting with routine OB visits, IUD placements, hormone therapy, and gynecologic concerns
  • Integrated physician–APP model ensuring high-quality, coordinated patient care

Quality of Life Advantages

Most importantly, the practice structure at Stella Mattina is designed to preserve your energy, passion, and wellbeing. Your virtual care assistant eliminates the burden of after-hours charting, your dedicated surgery day streamlines procedural planning, and your balanced call rotation ensures you can enjoy personal time without guilt or interruption.

This is OB/GYN practice redefined—where professional satisfaction comes from meaningful patient care, not from surviving unsustainable workloads. At Stella Mattina, you’ll rediscover the fulfillment that first drew you to medicine, supported by an organization built to make that fulfillment last.

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