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Due to a significant increase in cases of contagious respiratory disease that may be especially dangerous to immune compromised and pregnant patients,we will be REQUIRING patients to be masked at all times while in the office. Please arrive to your appointment with a mask. Thank you for your cooperation to keep both staff and patients healthy at CWCC.
OUR PROVIDERS
Maria V Gonzaga, MD, FACOG
Board Certified OBGYN Physician
Dr. Gonzaga grew up knowing that a career in medicine was in her future. Her mother was a pediatrician, practicing in New Jersey for 45 years. After spending years as the owner and administrator of a medical practice, she made the decision to follow her true passion and return to school to become a physician.
Dr. G has dedicated her professional career to caring for and educating women in all stages of their lives. She will never tire of being present for one of the most important moments in one's lifetime, the birth of their child.
Outside the exam room, you can find Dr. G playing her drums, cooking and spending time with her family, including her puppy, Maeve.
Education
Union College, Bachelor of Arts in Classic/Ancient Greek
Rutgers University - Post Baccalaureate Program
University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ - Doctor of Medicine
Residency
University of Colorado - Aurora, CO - Internal Medicine
University Hospital - Newark, NJ - Obstetrics and Gynecology
Certifications and Professional Associations
American Board of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Jenise M Santos, PA-C
Physician Assistant
Jenise has been a member of the CWCC family since joining our team in 2014 as our first medical scribe. After pursuing her advanced degree and practicing in a Primary Care setting, we happily welcomed her back as part of our Provider Team in 2020, specializing in Women’s Health.
Outside of the exam room, you can find Jenise working out, Latin dancing and hiking with her dogs, Niko and Remi. She enjoys spending time with her family, including her husband, her pig and her hedgehog.
Languages
English
Spanish
Education
Bachelor of Science, Biology, Columbus State University
Master of Physician Assistant Studies, Augusta University
Certifications and Professional Associations
The National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
American Academy of Physician Assistants
Georgia Association of Physician Assistants
Christa A Cicora, CNM
Certified Nurse Midwife
Christa began her career as a Registered Nurse, working for six years in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Piedmont Columbus Midtown. We were excited to have Christa join the staff at Comprehensive Women’s Care of Columbus after having Dr. Gonzaga deliver two of her children.
As a military spouse and mother of four, when she is outside the exam room, you can find Christa camping in the family RV, crafting or reading.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Nursing, Columbus State University
Master of Science, Nursing - Nurse Midwifery, Texas Tech University
Certifications and Professional Associations
The American Midwifery Certification Board
American College of Nurse-Midwifes
Stephanie Drummonds, WHNP
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
Stephanie joined us following eight years as a paramedic and six years as a Registered Nurse, working in the Emergency Department at East Alabama Medical Center. After earning her advanced nursing degree in the Women's Health, we welcomed her to our team of Advanced Practice Providers.
You'll find Stephanie cooking, reading, camping, attending NASCAR races, watching football (War Eagle), and exploring the great outdoors with my family when she's not caring for patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Nursing, Auburn University at Montgomery
Master of Science, Nursing - Women's Health Nurse Practitioner - University of Alabama at Birmingham
Certifications and Professional Associations