The OB/GYN Group of Austin

 Expertise You Can Trust. Care You'll  Cherish.

We understand that a strong bond between you and your physician is vital. It makes all the difference in your health care experience and encourages a valuable and trusted long-term relationship. Whether you prefer a female or male physician for your women's health issues, we're ready to help. Get to know our board certified, highly skilled physicians. Women all around Austin have found them to be knowledgeable, caring, and make great health care partners for life.

 MEET THE REST OF OUR WOMEN'S HEALTH CARE  TEAM!

Get to Know Our Nurse Practitioner, Lynne Berdofe, WHNP-BC
Lynne R. Berdofe, our board certified Nurse Practitioner (WHNP-BC), is a registered nurse with advanced nursing education and training in the diagnosis and management of common and complex medical conditions dealing with obstetrics and gynecology. Nurse practitioners provide care previously offered only by physicians. We count on Lynne to provide you, our patient, with a broad range of health care services. She is licensed by the state of Texas and has a national board certification through National Certification Corporation for Women's Health Nurse Practitioner in Inpatient Obstetrics.

Lynne treats both acute and chronic conditions through comprehensive history taking, physical exams, health and wellness counseling, contraceptive care, STD screening and follow-up, physical therapy, pregnancy testing, care before, during, and after pregnancy, evaluation and treatment of common infections - always focusing on true individualized care. We think you will certainly appreciate having Lynne as your health care advocate.

Meet Our Nationally Certified Physician Assistant, Ashley Rowan, PA.
Ashley Rowan is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, and licensed by the Texas Board of Physician Assistants. She is trained in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of illnesses, and skilled in ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, counseling patients on preventative medicine, assisting in surgery and prescribing medications. Ashley practices medicine under the supervision of physicians Dr. Shannon Abikhaled and Dr. Karen Kish.

As Ashley explains, “Working in Obstetrics and Gynecology is a dream come true. As a certified Physician Assistant, I strive to always deliver truly excellent care. I look forward to meeting you and helping you maintain optimum health.” Ashley is deeply dedicated, highly skilled and kind-hearted. We know you will appreciate having her as part of your health care team.

Exceptional - That's Our Nursing Team.
Each one of our licensed, registered nurses is ready to help you with your women's health care needs. Our team of nurses is experienced, able and ready to address any concern you may have, always working with your physician so that you receive the comprehensive clinical and personal care you deserve.

Our Support Staff Provides Expertise Throughout Each Step of Your Care.
Count on our extensive team of medical technicians to provide you with on-the-spot compassionate care and technical knowledge in a range of valuable services. Our team of technicians includes: Medical Assistants, Ultrasound Technicians, Bone Density Technicians, Digital Mammography Technicians and Laboratory Technicians.

Our Business Staff Makes Your Visit Easy.
Everyone in our business office is trained to professionally and expertly handle your insurance and business matters, in a friendly and helpful manner, so you can focus on your visit with your physician and your vital care.