Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
Locums Positions
Residency Training
Hobbies and Interests
Research
Languages
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SHAZAH KHAWAJA MD FACOG

SHAZAH KHAWAJA MD FACOG

Santa Rosa,CA

Summary

  • Experienced, conscientious, and energetic Board Certified OB/GYN
  • Clinical Associate Professor at California Northstate University
  • Strong background in prenatal care, labor and delivery, and postpartum management.
  • Known for collaborative approach, adaptability, and consistent achievement of patient-focused outcomes.
  • Reliable team member with strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Laborist

Providence St. Joe's Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
02.2023 - Current
  • Manage complications during labor and delivery, ensuring prompt intervention when necessary.
  • Reduce cesarean section rates by encouraging natural childbirth methods whenever possible while maintaining patient safety as a top priority.
  • Coordinate with referring physicians to ensure seamless continuity of care for pregnant patients with complex medical histories.
  • Enhance maternal and fetal outcomes through diligent monitoring of prenatal patients.
  • Perform routine and complex deliveries while maintaining a safe environment for both mother and baby.
  • Handle emergency situations effectively, stabilizing patients before transferring them to specialized care units if needed.
  • Will mentor medical students and residents in obstetrical procedures and best practices for patient care.
  • Work closely with nurses to check on patient statuses and needs.
  • Keep detailed records of patient treatments and needs throughout medical processes.

Gynecologist

The Modern Woman Gyn at Healdsburg Hospital
02.2022 - Current
  • Work closely with team to provide expert gynecological care to the Healdsburg community
  • Educate patients on specific treatments both invasive and non-invasive care plans.
  • Provide comprehensive patient diagnostics
  • Conduct innovative treatment options for various gynecological conditions, contributing to advancements in the field.
  • Mentor junior physicians and medical students during their gynecology rotations, fostering future excellence in the field.
  • Perform advanced surgical procedures, such as laparoscopic hysterectomies and dilation and curettage operations, leading to enhanced patient outcomes.

President

The Modern Woman Med Spa
08.2020 - Current
  • Owner and Founder of : The Modern Woman Gyn and The Modern Woman Med Spa
  • Hire and manage employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Increase customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
  • Drive revenue growth by expanding product offerings and identifying new market opportunities.
  • Cultivate strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
  • Monitor financial performance and implement measures to enforce compliance with budgetary standards.
  • Adopt cutting-edge technologies to improve productivity levels within the organization.

Laborist/Obstetrician/Gynecologist

OBHG - Cottage Health Hospital
11.2023 - 12.2024

Locums Position:

  • Laborist on call

Director/Obstetrician/Gynecologist

NCMA Women’s Ob/Gyn Center
10.2013 - 08.2020
  • Women’s Ob/Gyn Group joined NCMA in 2014
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
  • Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
  • Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Spearheaded successful product launches that resulted in increased brand visibility and customer acquisition.

Laborist/Obstetrician/Gynecologist

Jersey City Medical Center
11.2012 - 06.2013

Locums Position:

  • Laborist on call

Laborist/Obstetrician/Gynecologist

Alice Hyde Medical Center
04.2012 - 06.2013

Locums Position:

  • Laborist on call

Gynecologist

Inwood Diagnostics
01.2011 - 04.2013
  • Part time gynecological private practice with a multi-specialty group

Gynecologist

YAI Premier Health Care
12.2009 - 04.2013
  • Provided gynecological care to mentally challenged and disabled patient population


President of gynecological private practice

The Modern Woman
01.2011 - 03.2013
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.

Laborist/Obstetrician/Gynecologist

Robert Wood Johnson Hospital
05.2011 - 12.2012

Locums Position:

  • Laborist on call

Obstetrician/Gynecologist

Comprehensive Women’s Healthcare
01.2007 - 07.2009
  • Full time private practice
  • Enhanced patient care by providing comprehensive obstetric and gynecologic services, including prenatal care, labor and delivery management, and preventive screenings.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on latest medical advancements in order to provide evidence-based care to patients.
  • Provided expert consultation for complex cases, offering guidance to colleagues in managing difficult or unusual obstetric or gynecologic conditions.
  • Utilized diagnostic tools such as ultrasound imaging to accurately assess fetal development and maternal health status throughout pregnancy.
  • Optimized patient outcomes by skillfully managing labor and delivery process, from initial evaluation through postpartum care.
  • Performed minimally invasive gynecologic surgeries, resulting in reduced recovery times and improved patient outcomes.
  • Promoted healthy lifestyle choices among pregnant women through counseling on nutrition, exercise, stress management, and other important aspects of prenatal care.

Faculty Attending Physician

The Brooklyn Hospital Center
07.2006 - 12.2006
  • Faculty Attending Physician, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  • Conducted comprehensive physical examinations for patients across all age groups, ensuring appropriate identification and management of health concerns.
  • Served as a mentor for resident physicians by providing guidance, support, and constructive feedback during their clinical rotations.
  • Optimized patient care by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including nurses, therapists, and social workers.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory guidelines by maintaining accurate electronic health records for each patient encounter.
  • Educated patients on preventative care measures, resulting in decreased emergency room visits for chronic conditions management.

Fourth Year Resident

The Brooklyn Hospital Center
03.2005 - 06.2005
  • Chief Resident Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  • Participated in staff training sessions to continually enhance knowledge and skills in resident care practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for residents.

Resident

Long Island College Hospital
07.2002 - 02.2005
  • Resident & Chief in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  • Participated in staff training sessions to continually enhance knowledge and skills in resident care practices.

Intern

The Stamford Hospital
07.2001 - 06.2002


  • First year resident in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology

Intern

St. Francis Hospital
07.2000 - 04.2001
  • First year resident in the Department of Family Practice
  • Program closed down


Safety Manager

Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center – NYSPI
01.1994 - 01.1996
  • Company Overview: Biomedical Research Facility Safety Manager
  • Review of conditions at bench lab and clinical research locations
  • Consultation with physicians and nursing staff regarding biomedical equipment needs
  • Training of research, clinical and support staff in safe work practice
  • Promulgation of safety related policies and procedures
  • Monitoring use of biohazard materials
  • Leadership of biohazard emergency response team
  • Biomedical Research Facility Safety Manager

Education

Doctor of Medicine -

Ross University
01.1999

Bachelor of Science -

Sophie-Davis School of Biomedical Education
01.1994

High School Diploma -

Stuyvesant High School
01.1988

Skills

  • Preeclampsia management
  • Obstetric emergency response
  • High-risk pregnancy care
  • Preconception counseling
  • Strong minimally invasive laparoscopic surgical experience
  • Uro-gynecological procedures
  • Women's nutritional, exercise and health awareness
  • Strong background in prenatal care, labor and delivery, and postpartum management

Certification

STATE MEDICAL LICENSES

  • California, C55816
  • New York, 239820

Affiliations

  • American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology – Board Certified
  • American College of Obstetrics & Gynecology - Fellow
  • California Medical Association
  • Sonoma County Medical Association

Locums Positions

  • Cottage Health Hospital, Laborist on call, Santa Barbara, CA, 10/2023 - 12/2024
  • Stanford Healthcare- Tri-Valley, Laborist on call, Pleasanton, CA 2022
  • Alice Hyde Medical Center, Full Time Obstetrician/Gynecologist, Malone, New York, 04/12 - 06/13
  • Jersey City Medical Center, Laborist on call, Jersey City, New Jersey, 11/12 - 06/13
  • Robert Wood Johnson, Laborist on call, Hamilton New Jersey, 5/11-12/12


Residency Training

  • Fourth Year Resident Ob/Gyn, Chief, The Brooklyn Hospital Center, Brooklyn, New York, 03/05 - 06/05
  • Second, Third & Fourth year Resident Ob/Gyn, Chief, Long Island College Hospital, New York, 07/02 - 02/05
  • Intern, First year resident Ob/Gyn, The Stamford Hospital, Stamford, Connecticut, 07/01 - 06/02
  • Intern, First year resident Family Practice, St. Francis Hospital, New York, 07/00 - 04/01 (program closed down)


Hobbies and Interests


  • Professional Mistress of Ceremonies
  • Muay Thai, Interval Training
  • Horseback Riding
  • Music, Singer, Dancer- Argentine Tango
  • Acrylic Painting, Sketching

Research

Research Assistant and Co-Investigator, The Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Nanette Santoro, MD, 09/1999, 06/2000, NIH funded project that sought to determine the mechanism of action of Metformin on the restoration of fertility in women with PCOS

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working
Urdu
Full Professional
Punjabi
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Full Professional

Timeline

Laborist/Obstetrician/Gynecologist

OBHG - Cottage Health Hospital
11.2023 - 12.2024

Laborist

Providence St. Joe's Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
02.2023 - Current

Gynecologist

The Modern Woman Gyn at Healdsburg Hospital
02.2022 - Current

President

The Modern Woman Med Spa
08.2020 - Current

Director/Obstetrician/Gynecologist

NCMA Women’s Ob/Gyn Center
10.2013 - 08.2020

Laborist/Obstetrician/Gynecologist

Jersey City Medical Center
11.2012 - 06.2013

Laborist/Obstetrician/Gynecologist

Alice Hyde Medical Center
04.2012 - 06.2013

Laborist/Obstetrician/Gynecologist

Robert Wood Johnson Hospital
05.2011 - 12.2012

Gynecologist

Inwood Diagnostics
01.2011 - 04.2013

President of gynecological private practice

The Modern Woman
01.2011 - 03.2013

Gynecologist

YAI Premier Health Care
12.2009 - 04.2013

Obstetrician/Gynecologist

Comprehensive Women’s Healthcare
01.2007 - 07.2009

Faculty Attending Physician

The Brooklyn Hospital Center
07.2006 - 12.2006

Fourth Year Resident

The Brooklyn Hospital Center
03.2005 - 06.2005

Resident

Long Island College Hospital
07.2002 - 02.2005

Intern

The Stamford Hospital
07.2001 - 06.2002

Intern

St. Francis Hospital
07.2000 - 04.2001

Safety Manager

Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center – NYSPI
01.1994 - 01.1996

Bachelor of Science -

Sophie-Davis School of Biomedical Education

High School Diploma -

Stuyvesant High School

Doctor of Medicine -

Ross University
SHAZAH KHAWAJA MD FACOG