
Looking after you and your growing family with exceptional care
The most advanced, compassionate pregnancy care is at the UCLA Health Santa Monica BirthPlace.

Whatever your pregnancy needs, our experts are prepared and ready.
At the UCLA Health Santa Monica BirthPlace, our care team understands that no two pregnancies are alike. Our experts are trained to handle every possible scenario from your first ultrasound to your baby's first cry. No matter what your pregnancy journey holds, feel confident and relieved knowing you’re in good hands in Santa Monica.


World-class care
for mother and baby.
At UCLA Health, we’re proud to be ranked top 5 in the nation and to have received the "High Performing Hospital for Maternity Care" designation in U.S. News & World World Report's Best Hospitals assessment. Our doctors, nurses and delivery teams are the best at what they do; we look after you and your baby with compassion and understanding. Let us take any confusion and stress out of your pregnancy journey and make sure you get the best, and most personal care possible.
Top names in pregnancy care:

Megan Bernstein, MD
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dr. Bernstein is a Health Sciences Assistant Clinical Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is passionate about providing comprehensive patient-centered obstetric and gynecologic care for patients of all ages and backgrounds. Her clinical interests include general obstetrics and gynecology, high risk pregnancy, minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, including laparoscopic and vaginal hysterectomy, family planning and contraception. Dr. Bernstein completed her medical degree at UC Irvine School of Medicine and her residency at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA.

Alexander Chiang, MD
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dr. Chiang is a Health Sciences Associate Clinical Professor of Obstetrics and
Gynecology. He serves as the Chief of Obstetrics and Gynecology at UCLA
Santa Monica Medical Center, with interest in quality improvement initiatives,
innovative surgical techniques, multi-modality postoperative pain control,
and education.
Dr. Chiang completed his medical degree at UCI School of Medicine and his
obstetrics & gynecology residency at the David Geffen School of Medicine at
UCLA.

Brittany Davis, MD
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dr. Davis is a Health Sciences Assistant Clinical Professor of Obstetrics and
Gynecology. Her clinical interests include general obstetrics and gynecology
with a particular interest in pregnancy, menopause, abnormal uterine
bleeding, benign ovarian masses, contraception management and women's
health maintenance.
She received her medical degree from UC Riverside School of Medicine and
completed her obstetrics & gynecology residency at the David Geffen School
of Medicine at UCLA.

Christopher Douglas, MD
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dr. Christopher Douglas is a Health Sciences Assistant Clinical Professor of
Obstetrics and Gynecology. He is dedicated to comprehensive and
compassionate obstetrical and gynecological care for patients of all ages and
backgrounds. He has a special interest in gender-affirming care and
surgeries, nutrition in pregnancy, family planning, menopause, fertility and
medical education.
Dr. Douglas completed his medical education at the Keck School of Medicine
of the University of Southern California and his obstetrics and gynecology
residency at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA.

Daniel Ginn, DO
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dr. Ginn is a Health Sciences Assistant Clinical Professor of Obstetrics and
Gynecology. He is a minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon with a clinical
focus on the treatment of endometriosis and pelvic pain.
Dr. Ginn completed his medical degree at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic
Medicine, his obstetrics & gynecology residency at University of Tennessee
College of Medicine and his fellowship at University of Louisville School of
Medicine.

Yung-Shee (Jessica) Hsu, MD
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dr. Hsu is a Health Sciences Associate Clinical Professor of Obstetrics and
Gynecology. She specializes in comprehensive obstetrical and gynecologic
care and has a special interest in minimally invasive surgeries. Dr. Hsu's
clinical practice includes patients of all ages, with expertise in general
obstetrics, abnormal pap smear, abnormal vaginal bleeding, adolescent
gynecology, benign ovarian cysts, colposcopy, condyloma, family planning,
contraception, fibroids, hysteroscopy, laparoscopy, preconception consults,
robotic surgery, sterilization and tubal ligation.
Dr. Hsu completed her medical degree at Tufts University School of Medicine
and her obstetrics & gynecology residency at Cedar-Sinai Medical Center.

Sukrant Mehta, MD
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dr. Mehta is a Health Sciences Assistant Clinical Professor of Obstetrics and
Gynecology. His clinical practice includes the full scope of obstetrics and
gynecology, and he specializes in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery.
Dr. Mehta completed his medical degree at St. George's University School of
Medicine/Grenada, MD and his obstetrics & gynecology residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

Quy Nguyễn, MD
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dr. Nguyen is a Health Sciences Assistant Clinical Professor of Obstetrics and
Gynecology. His clinical interests include maternal health equality, prenatal
care, obstetrics, contraception, management, abnormal uterine bleeding,
vaginal infections, and lifelong comprehensive women’s health care.
Dr. Nguyen completed his MD at the University of Texas Southwestern
Medical School and his residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

Rajita Patil, MD
Complex Family Planning
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dr. Patil is an Assistant Clinical Professor in Obstetrics and Gynecology. She
delivers patient-centered care that considers the patient’s values and
psychosocial factors before providing medical treatment recommendations.
She practices the full scope of obstetrics and gynecology, with additional
expertise in complex family planning and menopause care. She is a
Menopause Society Certified Practitioner and is the director of the
Comprehensive Menopause Program at UCLA.
Dr. Patil completed her medical degree at University of Illinois School of
Medicine in Chicago and completed her obstetrics & gynecology residency at
the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine.

Ramneek Rana, MD
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dr. Rana is a Health Sciences Assistant Clinical Professor of Obstetrics and
Gynecology. She is board-certified with the American Board of Obstetrics &
Gynecology and is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and
Gynecologists. Her practice includes the full scope of obstetrics and
gynecology care.
Dr. Rana completed her medical degree at The George Washington University
School of Medicine and her obstetrics & gynecology residency at the State
University of New York Downstate Medical Center.

Hannah Reiser, MD
Complex Family Planning
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dr. Reiser is a Health Sciences Assistant Clinical Professor of Obstetrics and
Gynecology.
She is passionate about providing comprehensive, reproductive health care
to all her patients. Her clinical practice includes prenatal care, labor and
delivery, general gynecology, family planning services, including abortion
and complex contraception, adolescent gynecology, and OBGYN care for
gender-diverse patients.
Dr. Reiser received her medical degree from Loyola University of Chicago
Stritch School of Medicine. She completed her obstetrics and gynecology
residency at University of Chicago Hospitals and her Complex Family
Planning fellowship at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA.

Brianne Romeroso, MD
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dr. Romeroso is a Health Sciences Associate Clinical Professor of Obstetrics
and Gynecology. Her clinical practice includes the full scope of obstetrics and
gynecology, and she specializes in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery.
Dr. Romeroso completed her medical degree at University of Virginia School
of Medicine and her obstetrics & gynecology residency at UCLA School of
Medicine.

Amy Stoddard, MD
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dr. Stoddard is a Health Sciences Associate Clinical Professor of Obstetrics
and Gynecology and Medical Director of the Obstetrics and Gynecology
Service at UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center. She specializes in
comprehensive obstetrical and gynecologic care. Her clinical practice
includes patients of all ages, with expertise in general obstetrics, abnormal
pap smear, abnormal vaginal bleeding, colposcopy, contraception, family
planning, hysteroscopy, laparoscopy, menopausal medicine, preconception
consults, sterilization, and testing and treatment of sexually transmitted
infections.
Dr. Stoddard completed her medical degree at Saint Louis University and her
obstetrics & gynecology residency at the David Geffen School of Medicine at
UCLA.

Michelle Tsai, MD
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dr. Tsai is a Health Sciences Assistant Clinical Professor of Obstetrics and
Gynecology. Her clinical interests include family planning, minimally invasive
surgery, and teen and adolescent health.
Dr. Tsai completed her medical degree at Virginia Commonwealth
University/Medical College of Virginia and her obstetrics and gynecology
residency at University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine.

At the UCLA Health Santa Monica BirthPlace, every delivery is a special delivery.
Your pregnancy is unique, so our care and delivery plans are uniquely personalized to you and your family’s needs. As a leader in evidence-based, data-driven care, UCLA Health offers the individualized service and attention you and your baby need. This way, we can focus on your vision for your pregnancy and delivery.

The most advanced pregnancy care, anywhere.
UCLA Health is a world leader in the clinical research of new advances for the health and safety of mother and baby. We develop and use state-of-the-art maternity technology that makes pregnancy planning, management and monitoring better and easier. At the Santa Monica BirthPlace, you’ll have access to leading-edge care.

Certified nurse midwives offer safe, natural birth options.
If your vision is to have as little technological intervention as possible, our nationally recognized, certified nurse midwives provide holistic, natural care throughout your pregnancy, birth and postpartum journey. Nurse midwives spend time getting to know you and your family, tailor care to your specific needs and help foster healthy practices.

The Santa Monica BirthPlace proudly welcomes all families.
With convenient scheduling and close-to-home services, we’re here when you need us with care you can count on. Our warm, inviting facilities offer complete comfort for all expecting families.
“Dr. Chiang was my OB for my son. Despite the unusual circumstances of going through this experience during the pandemic, he made me feel at ease throughout the entire duration of my pregnancy and delivery. He has always been very responsive to all my questions and addressing all my concerns in a calm and timely manner.”
- UCLA Health OB patient
We want your birth to be a safe and empowering experience. We will …
- Respect your values and personal boundaries.
- Respect your culture, race, gender, sexual orientation, functional needs, preferences, nationality, language and religion.
- Welcome and actively involve those you wish to include, such as family, friends and doula, as part of your team.
- Have trained chaperones to help make sure sensitive exams and procedures are done in a safe, comfortable and professional way.
- Treat you with dignity and respect at all times.
- Work with you to learn how we can best support you.
- Give you clear information, using an interpreter if you would like one, so you understand your options and can make the choice that is right for you.
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