Meet Our Clinical Team
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Dr. Kirby Plessala, MD, FACOG
Dr. Plessala is a practicing Obstetrician and Gynecologist with over 30 years of clinical experience helping women with recurrent pregnancy loss, PCOS, unexplained infertility and subfertility get pregnant without IVF. A native of Morgan City, Louisiana, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Tulane University and his medical degree from Louisiana State University Medical Center. He’s a proud resident of Mobile, AL.
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Dr. Laurence "Laurie" Jacobs, MD, FACOG
Dr. Jacobs is a Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility specialist (REI) with 47 years of clinical experience. He graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, then completed a 4 yr OB/Gyn residency at Northwestern. He spent seven years as an OBGYN, before completing his REI fellowship at the prestigious Mayo Clinic. He specializes in treating female and male Infertility, Ovulation disorders, IVF, Recurrent Pregnancy Losses (RPL), Endometriosis & complex metabolic disorders, like PCOS. Dr. Jacobs is known for his empathy, quick wit and commitment to helping his patients have a healthy baby. With almost 40 yrs of IVF experience, he strongly encourages 2nd opinions for failed IVF.
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Dr. Nastaran Foyouzi, MD, FACOG
Dr. Nastaran Foyouzi holds board certifications in Reproductive Endocrinology and Medical Genetics. She completed her internship in OBGYN at Yale University, followed by her residency at Washington University and a fellowship in REI at UCSF. Driven by her passion for unraveling the complexities of genetics related to reproductive failure, she considers the successful birth of healthy children as the ultimate reward for her work.
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Dr. Amanda Alvelo-Malina, MD
Dr. Amanda Alvelo-Malina, MD, a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, completed her Obstetrics & Gynecology residency at Magee-Womens Hospital in Pittsburgh. With over 15 years of clinical practice and board certification by the American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology, she specializes in hormone management, menstruation disorders, fertility care, PCOS, and women's health optimization through preventative care and healthy lifestyle promotion. Dr. Alvelo-Malina is recognized for her collaborative approach, working closely with patients to enhance their reproductive health and achieve their goals.
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Dr. Jodie Horton, MD, FACOG
Dr. Jodie Horton, MD, FACOG, is a board-certified OB/GYN with over two decades of expertise, dedicated to exceptional women's healthcare. As an Assistant Clinical Professor, she shapes the next generation of healthcare professionals while focusing on obstetrics and high-risk obstetric care to ensure the safety and well-being of mothers and babies. Dr. Horton empowers women to take charge of their health with a holistic approach, advocating for healthy lifestyle changes. Joining the Ovum healthcare team, she focuses on fertility, healthy pregnancies, and comprehensive pre and postnatal care, guiding women on their journey to optimal health and wellness with expertise and compassion.
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Dr. Jessica Pearce, D.O.
Dr. Jessica Pearce, a distinguished board-certified OBGYN Physician, specializes in menopause, weight management, and fertility care. With over a decade of experience, she's committed to providing comprehensive reproductive healthcare, particularly to underserved communities. Driven by patient advocacy, she ensures personalized care, empowering individuals throughout their healthcare journey.
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Dr. Jill Garnier, OBGYN
Board certified, licensed obstetrician-gynecologist and surgeon with 15 years experience in clinical practice providing comprehensive women’s healthcare from adolescence to menopause. Seasoned obstetrician, delivering care for low and high risk pregnancies. Proven leader and team player with excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Dedicated patient advocate. Licensed to practice in Minnesota. Graduate of Princeton University with a degree in Molecular Biology.
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Dr. Natalya Chalik, Internal Medicine
Dr. Chalik is a board certified internist specializing in treatment of chronic illnesses, wellness, prevention and offering a complete array of medical services. Dr. Chalik is known by many patients for consistent quality and reliability. She is able to offer patients the best choices in diagnosis, treatment, and up to date scientifically advanced care available.
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Nick Limoncelli, PA - C, MBA
Nick Limoncelli is a Physician Assistant trained at St. John’s University. With both a medical degree and MBA, Nick is particularly proficient in supporting patient’s navigation of the complexities of the US health care system. He is uniquely trained in high-risk pregnancy management, women’s health, metabolic disorders and their comorbidities. He is passionate about making a difference for women struggling to form their families.
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Allyn Ann Simpson, WHNP-BC
Allyn Ann Simpson is a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner, board certified since 2006. She has worked in many different areas across the field of women's health and reproductive endocrinology .She’s personally endured infertility and IVF to have her children, started a non-profit to provide IVF grants to couples, and passionately serves Ovum patients to achieve their dream in the least invasive approach possible.
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Alyssa Hulbert, FNP-BC
Enthusiastic and detail-oriented family nurse practitioner with clinical care and leadership experience in infertility practices. Alyssa has exceptional communication and assessment skills, offering her patients personal experience with her own infertility journey, PCOS diagnosis and IVF experience. She is passionate about furthering the nursing profession.
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Colleen Montaque, NP
After 19 years as an Accountant, Colleen lost her best friend to brain cancer and decided to pursue medicine. She received her degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner from the University of Alabama and began to explore her passion for improving the relationship between providers and their patients. She began her career with chronically ill pediatric patients, management, and home health. She is passionate about making wellness accessible for all.
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Lauren Haring, RN
Lauren is a fertility nurse with more than two decades of experience in a fertility clinic and as a fertility coach to countless couples who need medical assistance to have their families. She’s been on both sides of the aisle - having been a patient herself and a nurse in a clinic. She works with Ovum patients to ensure patients understand their integrative treatment program, feel supported and cared for along the way.
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Ashlyn Krantz, RN
Ashlyn is a registered nurse with three years of experience, specializing in fertility. Throughout her career, she has been privileged to partner with patients as they navigate the world of reproductive medicine. Ashlyn finds fulfillment in uncovering the root causes of infertility in her patients, offering support to women facing cancer diagnoses through cryopreservation cycles, and witnessing the first positive pregnancy test are just a few of the rewards that drive my passion for fertility nursing.
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Emily Kelley-Brown, MPH, RD, CD, CSP
Emily is a Registered Dietician, certified diabetes educator who provides medical nutrition therapy and advice based on scientific evidence. She is passionate about helping women during the preconception phase to prepare their bodies, wombs and eggs for a healthy pregnancy. She works with Ovum patients throughout their delivery to ensure they and their newborns are nourished.