Dr. Ganter (Deb) is a West Texas native. She received a B.S. in Geology from Texas Tech University. In 1990, she graduated from Texas Tech University School of Medicine and moved to Colorado where she began her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Colorado Health Science Center.
She finished her residency in 1994 and began private practice in Denver. In 1997, she joined Associates in Women's Health.
She has held many offices in the medical community. She is a previous Vice Chairman and Chairman of the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department at Exempla Lutheran Medical Center. She also was the President of the Colorado Gynecological and Obstetrical Society from 2003-2004. Most recently she served as Vice Chairman and Chairman for the Colorado Section of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology from 2003-2009. She remains active on administrative committees at Lutheran Medical Center. Dr. Ganter is board certified and is a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
Deb loves living in Colorado. She enjoys everything outdoors: skiing, snowboarding, biking, hiking, and gardening. "Practicing Obstetrics and Gynecology in such a wonderful surrounding is truly a privilege."
Dr. Ellis (Sarah) is a Colorado native. She was born in Boulder and attended CU Boulder where she received a degree in Mathematics. She received her medical degree from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. Her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology was completed at St. Joseph Hospital in Denver. Dr. Ellis is board certified and is a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
Sarah joined Associates of Women’s Health in 2001 and her practice of Obstetrics and Gynecology focuses on disease prevention and health maintenance. She is trained in minimally invasive surgeries including laparoscopy, laparoscopic hysterectomy utilizing the DaVinci robot, hysteroscopy and endometrial ablation.
When she is not practicing medicine, Sarah spends time with her two sons. They enjoy travel, skiing, biking and taking advantage of the beautiful Colorado outdoors.
Dr. Schoen (Heather) grew up in Dallas, TX and received her B.A. in Psychology from Baylor University. She received her M.D. from The University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio and completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Medical College of Wisconsin. Dr. Schoen is board certified with the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. She has been a part of Associates in Women's Health since January of 2003 and enjoys caring for the obstetric, gynecologic, surgical and infertility needs of her patients. She has a particular interest in laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgeries including laparoscopic hysterectomies utilizing the DaVinci robot, incontinence procedures, hysteroscopies and endometrial ablation.
Heather has lived in Colorado with her 2 children, Kaia and Hayden, since 2000 and loves being here. When not working, she enjoys travelling, reading, running, biking, hiking, skiing—you name it. She really values the relationship she has with her patients. "I want my patients to feel comfortable, relaxed and confident that they are receiving thorough, compassionate, and up-to-date care."
Dr. Python (Johanne) grew up just outside of Chicago, Illinois and received a B.S. with high distinction in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Virginia. She then received her medical degree at the University of Colorado, where she also completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Python is board certified with the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is trained in minimally invasive surgeries, focusing on advanced in-office procedures such as hysteroscopy and LEEP (loop electrode excisional procedure). As a physician, she is particularly interested in contraception and preventative health and believes that a strong physician is one who is compassionate and can communicate openly with her patients. She is excited to be of service to any woman needing the services of an Ob/Gyn!
Johanne feels incredibly lucky to have done all of her training in Colorado and loves to take full advantage of everything this beautiful state has to offer. When she’s not in the office, you’ll probably find her skiing, running, hiking or camping with her husband in the great Colorado outdoors. Around town, she loves the vibrant live music scene and enjoys exploring new culinary horizons at the many local restaurants in Denver.
Dr. Henkel (Elyse) is a south Florida native. She graduated cum laude and with Honors from Florida State University, receiving a B.S. in Biological Sciences with minors in Chemistry and Spanish. She studied medicine at Florida State University College of Medicine and continued to the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, TN for her residency training in Obstetrics & Gynecology.
As a recent graduate, Elyse is very excited to begin building her Ob/Gyn practice in the beautiful state of Colorado. She is trained in minimally invasive surgery and certified for Da Vinci robotics. She is passionate about evidence-based medicine and loves empowering her patients through health education. She is eager to begin building quality patient relationships and excited to assist women with all their health needs.
In her free time, Elyse loves to explore the outdoors with her husband and their dog. Being Florida natives, they have always dreamt of moving to the mountains. As avid snowboarders, hikers, and campers, they are very excited to enjoy all of what beautiful Colorado has to offer.
Alyssa is originally from Austin, Texas, but has called Colorado home since 2016. She received a B.S. in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Texas at Austin and then went on to graduate cum laude with a B.S. in Nursing from The University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. Alyssa spent the majority of her nursing career as an ER nurse prior to completing a Master of Science in Nursing. Alyssa chose to be a Family Nurse Practitioner because it allows her to integrate her nursing priorities of compassion and empathy with impactful medical expertise. She takes a holistic approach to diagnostics and treatment and believes in partnering with patients to achieve their health goals.
When not in the office, Alyssa enjoys hiking, camping, skiing, and spending time with her husband and two dogs. She also enjoys reading, yoga, home renovations, and cooking. Alyssa joined AWH in August 2022 after working in Family Medicine and is thrilled to get to focus her time and efforts on Women’s Health.
Kelly is a Colorado native and graduated with a B.S. in Nursing from the University of Colorado in 2009. Kelly spent most of her nursing career in the high-risk labor and delivery setting. She went on to complete her master’s degree in Women’s Health at the University of Cincinnati in 2022. Kelly transitioned to the NP role to be able to provide more comprehensive care to women throughout their lifetimes.
"I was raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico but have been in the Denver area for almost thirty years. I have been a sonographer for eight years. I absolutely love what I do and feel very fortunate to be in such a wonderful field. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with friends, family and my two dogs. Cooking, gardening, biking, hiking, yoga, and golf are some of my favorite activities."
Kelly has been a Healthcare Administrator working in physical therapy, pain management and neurology for the past thirteen years. She continues to challenge herself to stay current with the changing field of healthcare and encourages staff to exceed the expectations of our patients by providing compassionate care and exceptional customer service. She welcomes the challenges while appreciating the rewards of leading a medical team. She is a Colorado native, enjoys spending her downtime relaxing by the water and being with her family.
"I grew up at the beaches on the East Coast until I decided to trade in that view for the stunning Colorado mountains! I was a Medical Assistant for 9 years, until I made the switch over to surgery scheduling and billing. I absolutely love being in the medical field and being able to make a difference in my patients’ lives. In my spare time I enjoy being outside; hiking, swimming, and swinging in my hammock. I have a passion for traveling the states and I’m always up for trying something new and exciting!”"
Mika is a Colorado native that has worked in the medical field for over 20 years. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband and children. They love to be traveling, sporting events, camping, hiking, and the beautiful Rocky Mountains!
"I am an Arvada native, and I have a 5-year-old blue heeler named Hunter. I love new experiences and am a self-proclaimed Foodie and Plant dad. I have worked in health care since 2019 after working in the health and fitness industry for 3 years and have loved this change. Getting to know patients and help patients has become a passion of mine and I look forward to meeting/helping our patients."
"I have many years under my belt as a front desk coordinator and am super friendly and eager to learn new things whenever I can. I look forward to starting college in the future to become an ultrasound tech and hopefully one day be the technician for the practice! I enjoy reading, writing, and spending time with my family in the beautiful outdoors of Colorado, trying new restaurants and exploring new places is my thing!"
Taylor is originally from Texas but wanted to give the mountains a try, and she has fallen in love with them! She has been in healthcare for 7 years and enjoys interacting with patients. When she is not in the office, she enjoys spending time with her partner exploring the mountains and taking in the scenery!
"I’m a simple man who grew up in Evergreen Colorado. The mountains are my home. I’m fun, outgoing and have a great sense of humor. I’m currently in school to become an echocardiogram tech (go city hawks!) I am a father to an amazing daughter and dog and when I’m not working you can catch me outside with them exploring or being a couch potato during football season. Other than that, I think I’m pretty awesome!
PS my nickname is Carlton."
"Colorado native here! I am an aspiring PA trying to learn as much as possible before going to school. With my free time I love watching sports, staying active, and spending time with my family. Women's health has been a wonderful experience so far and I am so excited to see where else this specialty will take me."
Rosemary holds a degree in Biochemistry with an interest in pursuing a career as an RN in labor and delivery. She is enjoying the opportunity to learn from our providers in clinic as a Medical Assistant. Outside of the office, you may find her enjoying time in nature with her dogs or attending Colorado Avalanche games.
Born and raised in Colorado, Juanita has found a calling in the medical field with a particular focus in the Ob/Gyn specialty. She loves spending time outside, walking her dog and enjoys concerts. She loves traveling and finding her next travel destination.
"I am a Colorado native. I love to hike, read, and spend time with my family and new puppy. In my free time you can catch me watching the Colorado Avalanche and Colorado Mammoth with my son and boyfriend. I have been a medical assistant for two years. I have always wanted to work in the medical field, and I was excited to start my career in women’s healthcare."
"I have a passion for women’s care and being a part of their care team. I am an outdoor girl, I love to hike, kayak, paddleboard, and adventure to places I have never been before. I love spending time with my partner and my fur baby. I love going to concerts and doing anything and everything that'll make a great experience."
"I am a Colorado native. I enjoy being outdoors and spending time with my family. My favorite season is Fall, and I listen to all types of music genres. I started my Medical Assistant journey in 2022, graduated in April 2023 and plan on continuing my education to obtain my NP license. The Ob/Gyn field is such a fascinating place to work! "
Camille graduated from the University of Colorado-Boulder in 2021 with a degree in Integrative Physiology and a certificate in public health. She has always been passionate about helping women and is honored to get to work with patients at Associates in Women’s Heath. Camille will be attending the Red Rocks Community College Master of Physician Assistant Studies program starting in the fall of 2023. She looks forward to returning to women’s health after graduation as a Certified Physician Assistant. Camille enjoys skiing, playing fetch with her golden retriever, backpacking and mountain biking.
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