Virginia Beach Obstetrics and Gynecology

02/23/2026

This week is National Eating Disorder Awareness Week. At Virginia Beach OBGYN, we want our patients to know that eating disorders and disordered eating can affect overall health, menstrual cycles, fertility, pregnancy, and emotional well-being — and they can affect people of all body sizes and life stages. If you’ve ever felt anxious about appointments, the scale, body changes, or talking about eating concerns, you are not alone. It’s okay to say:

“Being weighed is hard for me.”
“I’d prefer a blind weight.”
“I think I’m struggling with my relationship with food.”

You do not need to have the perfect words to start the conversation. We’ve shared a new blog post with a clinical overview, warning signs, and tips on speaking with your doctor — including guidance for patients who experience scale/weight-related anxiety. https://www.virginiabeachobgyn.com/blog/national-eating-disorder-awareness-week/

02/20/2026

Calling all Virginia Beach OBGYN family and friends.... We are so honored to have been nominated and included in the final round of voting in the 2026 Coastal Virginia Magazine Best of Readers' Choice Awards. We would be honored to have your vote....Vote Virginia Beach OBGYN as Best OB/GYN Practice at https://bestof.coastalvirginiamag.com/health-and-beauty/best-obgyn-practice
We're grateful for this community every day. Thank you!

02/11/2026

Was your little artist delivered by a Virginia Beach OBGYN Physician? How would you like to help us decorate our new office with your child's artistic masterpiece? Bring artwork to any of our offices between now and April 1, 2026, and please include the child's name, age, and the name of the delivering physician. Artwork will be permanently displayed in our new Town Center office in Virginia Beach (opening in May, 2026)! (Artwork cannot be returned once donated. Thank you for participating!)

02/05/2026

❤️ Virginia Beach OBGYN is going RED for women tomorrow—join us! ❤️

Women’s heart health matters. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women, yet many women don’t recognize the risks or the warning signs. Raising awareness encourages prevention—knowing your numbers (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar), prioritizing healthy habits, and seeking care early when something feels “off.”

Staff and patients: Wear red to your appointment or to work tomorrow to support Go Red for Women Day and help spread the message--support strong hearts, and strong women.❤️👚👠

📸 Bonus: snap a photo and tag us so we can share the red love.

01/27/2026

At Virginia Beach OBGYN, we can help take the guesswork out of your fertility journey. Many common causes of female infertility are treatable, and a clear evaluation is the first step.

Some of the most common reasons include:
• Ovulation factors (irregular or absent ovulation, thyroid issues, elevated prolactin)
• Tubal factors (blocked or damaged fallopian tubes), which prevent the egg and s***m from meeting
• Endometriosis
• Uterine factors: fibroids, polyps, uterine septum/shape issues that can interfere with implantation
• Cervical factors (issues that make it harder for s***m to reach the uterus)

At Virginia Beach Obstetrics & Gynecology, we offer a comprehensive fertility work-up, including:
• Hormone evaluation and ovulation assessment
• Checking whether your fallopian tubes are open (not blocked)—
• Evaluation of other medical factors that may be impacting fertility
• Evaluation for partners as well

We provide treatment when necessary to open blocked fallopian tubes or treat conditions such as endometriosis or fibroids that can affect fertility. We also offer hormone management and provide ovulation induction when clinically appropriate. Many of these evaluation and treatment options are covered by health insurance.

If advanced fertility services are needed (like IUI, egg retrieval, or IVF), we’ll refer you to trusted reproductive endocrinology specialists and help coordinate your care—so your path forward feels seamless.

📞 Call to schedule a fertility consult with Virginia Beach Obstetrics & Gynecology.

01/16/2026

We’re proud to celebrate two of our physicians—Dr. Ilene Goldstein and Dr. Reena Talreja-Pelaez—who were named to Virginia’s Top Doctors 2026 by Virginia Business Magazine.

Published by Virginia Business in cooperation with the Medical Society of Virginia, this is a peer-selected, statewide list recognizing top physicians across 87 medical specialties. https://virginiabusiness.com/virginias-top-doctors-2026-top-physicians-medical-specialties/

Please join us in congratulating them on this well-deserved honor!

01/13/2026

Virginia Beach friends — we’d be so honored to have your vote in Coastal Virginia Magazine’s “Best Of” Awards! 💙
If Virginia Beach OBGYN has cared for you or someone you love, please take a minute to vote for us at this link: https://bestof.coastalvirginiamag.com/health-and-beauty/best-obgyn-practice, or scan the QR code below:

Virginia Beach Obstetrics and Gynecology has been serving the healthcare needs of Virginia Beach women for over 50 years. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive women’s healthcare of the highest quality.

12/30/2025

Please join us in extending a warm welcome to our newest physician, Edith "Edie" Henderson, M.D. Dr. Henderson is a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist who is excited to join Virginia Beach Obstetrics and Gynecology in January, 2026. She earned her medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine. She completed her OB/GYN residency at West Virginia University, where she was recognized for excellence in patient care and surgical training and served as an Assistant Professor.

Dr. Henderson brings experience from both academic medicine and hospital-based practice, and most recently cared for patients as a laborist at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia. She is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is committed to providing thoughtful, evidence-based care tailored to each patient’s individual needs. Her clinical interests include obstetrics and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery.

Dr. Henderson and her husband—who is also a local physician—are thrilled to be putting down roots in the Virginia Beach community. Outside of work, they enjoy spending time with family and their young children, who keep life busy and full.

Virginia Beach Obstetrics and Gynecology has been serving the healthcare needs of Virginia Beach women for over 50 years. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive women’s healthcare of the highest quality.

11/15/2025

Our Virginia Beach Obstetrics and Gynecology physicians and ultrasonographers spent a few days at the Eastern Virginia Medical School Annual Ultrasound Symposium, sharpening skills, learning the latest advancements in OB/GYN imaging, and collaborating with colleagues across the region.

As an American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM)-certified practice, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards in women's imaging. Continuing education is essential in ensuring that every patient receives safe, knowledgeable, and compassionate care.

We're grateful for our incredible team and their dedication to excellence in OB/GYN sonography.

Virginia Beach Obstetrics and Gynecology has been serving the healthcare needs of Virginia Beach women for over 50 years. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive women’s healthcare of the highest quality.

10/16/2025

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀

At Virginia Beach Obstetrics & Gynecology, we stand with the women and families affected by breast cancer — and we’re committed to early detection, education, and support every step of the way.

💗 Early detection saves lives. Schedule your annual well-woman exam and mammogram today.
💗 Know your body. Perform regular self-breast exams and report any changes to your provider.
💗 Support the fighters, admire the survivors, honor the taken, and never give up hope.

Together, we can make a difference. 💕 Join us in wearing pink throughout October to show your support!

10/13/2025

At Virginia Beach Obstetrics & Gynecology, we know that many of our patients turn to social media for information about menopause. While some of what you’ll find online is accurate, much of it is misleading—or even unsafe. A recent article in the Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology highlights the challenges of online misinformation and unregulated products in menopause care. We would like to share key takeaways with you and address some common misconceptions in our most recent blog: https://www.virginiabeachobgyn.com/blog/menopause-and-social-media/

Virginia Beach Obstetrics and Gynecology has been serving the healthcare needs of Virginia Beach women for over 50 years. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive women’s healthcare of the highest quality.

10/13/2025

Congratulations to our 2025 Coastal Virginia “Top Docs”!

We’re incredibly proud to share this photo from the 2025 Coastal Virginia Top Docs reception. Six of our physicians have been recognized as Top Docs in Coastal Virginia Magazine, an honor awarded by their physician peers in the local medical community.

This recognition reflects their exceptional dedication, clinical expertise, and compassionate care for the women of Hampton Roads.

Please join us in congratulating our honorees — (from left to right): Dr. Nugent, Dr. Hines, Dr. Goldstein, Dr. Talreja-Pelaez, Dr. Burns, and Dr. Kwan. We are so proud to have such outstanding physicians on the Virginia Beach OB/GYN team!