Located in Frederick, MD
77 Thomas Johnson Dr, Suite H
Frederick, MD 21702
Monday: 8:00am-4:00pm
Tuesday: 8:00am-4:00pm
Wednesday: 8:00am-4:00pm
Thursday: 8:00am-4:00pm
Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm
What others are saying
courtney D.
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I love Dr Helmbrecht! I’ve been with her for 23 years and can’t imagine going anywhere else for my care.
Apr 21, 2025
Kristina H.
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Very nice and accommodating.
Apr 17, 2025
Luisa J.
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Dr. Simmons is great!
Apr 17, 2025
Daritza L.
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The doctors at this office are truly exceptional. Dr. Helen, in particular, stands out for her attentive and compassionate care. She genuinely listens to your...
Apr 16, 2025
Mamahan T.
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Highly recommend this place!! They have a lot of caring and compassion people working there. Love the blood work lady ( sorry forgot her name),...
Apr 16, 2025
Lisa M.
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I recently had a new appointment with Dr. Andre Hall. He is phenomenal. He explained everything so thoroughly, along with next steps. He listened to...
Apr 11, 2025
Debbie K.
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A total pleasure working and meeting Dr Helmbrecht today. Compassionate, brilliant , patient. absolutely loved her. The entire staff was wonderful from the front end...
Apr 9, 2025
Daynah C.
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Terri Pepperling was wonderful during my visit. I have been a patient of the practice for 29+ years and would recommend this office.
Apr 3, 2025
Natalie L.
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Loved working with Terri Poepperling during our first ever prenatal visit. So kind, professional, and informative. We didn’t feel rushed during the visit. We also...
Mar 23, 2025
Cathy S.
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Everyone in the office was polite, and appointment was punctual. Dr Simmonds carefully explained everything to me. She did not seem rushed like most doctors.
Mar 21, 2025
Services at this location
Perinatal Mental Health Support
Postpartum Care
Fertility Counseling
Labor and Delivery
In-Office Procedures
Minimally Invasive Gyn Surgery
Breast Care
Infertility Services
Endometrial Ablation
Conditions at this location
Anxiety/Behavior Changes
Depression
Our Providers
Albert C. Simmonds, MD, FACOG
Physician Manager
English, Spanish
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht of Advantia
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Frederick| Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Gaithersburg| Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Rockville
Learn MoreKalpana M. Helmbrecht, MD, FACOG
Physician Manager
English
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht of Advantia
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Frederick| Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Gaithersburg
Learn MoreAndre Hall, MD
Ob-Gyn
English
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht of Advantia
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Frederick| Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Gaithersburg| Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Rockville
Learn MoreArmstrong Ibe, MD
Ob-Gyn
English, Spanish
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht of Advantia
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Frederick| Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Gaithersburg| Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Rockville
Learn MoreCara Simmonds, MD, FACOG
Ob-Gyn
English
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht of Advantia
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Frederick| Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Gaithersburg| Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Rockville
Learn MoreTara H. Olson, MD, FACOG
Ob-Gyn
English, Spanish
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht of Advantia
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Frederick| Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Gaithersburg| Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Rockville
Learn MoreChelsea Bullock, CNM
Certified Nurse-Midwife
English
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht of Advantia
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Frederick| Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Gaithersburg
Learn MoreNancy Retter, CNM
Certified Nurse-Midwife
English
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht of Advantia
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Frederick
Nancy Retter, CNM is a certified nurse-midwife practicing at the Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht OBGYN office in Frederick, MD, an Advantia Health practice. Nancy cares for women of all ages and life stages. Her services include pregnancy care, midwifery care, gynecology, birth control, long-term birth control such as IUDs, and contraception counseling.
Allison Hoyt, MSN, CNM
Certified Nurse-Midwife
English
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht of Advantia
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Frederick| Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Gaithersburg
Learn MoreAmy Olsson, MSN, CNM
Certified Nurse-Midwife
English
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht of Advantia
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Frederick
Amy Olsson, MSN, CNM is a certified nurse-midwife practicing at Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht OBGYN, in Frederick, MD. She is committed to educating and empowering her patients. Her services include pregnancy and midwifery care.
Christopher Demezier, MSN, WHNP-BC
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
English
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht of Advantia
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Frederick| Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Gaithersburg
Learn MoreKaren Brindle, MSN, CNM
Certified Nurse-Midwife
English
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht of Advantia
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Frederick
Karen Brindle, MSN, CNM is a certified nurse-midwife practicing at the Frederick, MD, Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht OBGYN location. Karen supports women’s health at every life stage. Her services include pregnancy and midwifery care.
Karen is the proud mother of two daughters and grandmother of four. When not at work, she enjoys biking, crocheting, jewelry making and oiling.
Rachel Simpson, MSN, CNM, C-EFM
Certified Nurse-Midwife
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht of Advantia
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Frederick
Rachel Simpson, a dedicated Maryland native, has made Frederick County her home for over two decades. Her passion for healthcare began with a Bachelor’s in Sociology from Hood College, followed by a Bachelor's in Nursing at the University of Maryland. Subsequently, Rachel spent a decade as a compassionate labor & delivery nurse, witnessing the profound impact midwifery care can have on birthing experiences and lives. Driven by a desire to enhance maternal care, she pursued a Master’s in Nursing, specializing in midwifery.
With a focus on women's reproductive health and childbirth/post-partum care, Rachel holds certifications as an RN in obstetrics and electronic fetal monitoring. Her philosophy of care is grounded in providing evidence-based practices and ensuring informed consent. Central to her approach is patient education, respect, and the belief in bodily autonomy, fostering a shared decision-making process.
Rachel resides in Frederick with her husband and two young sons, embodying her commitment to serving and giving back to her community. She loves supporting expectant mothers and their families at the midwifery group in Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, where she nurtures her passion for maternal care and community service.
Sherene Lynnell Broome, MSN, CNM
Certified Nurse-Midwife
English
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht of Advantia
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Frederick
Sherene Lynnell Broome, MSN, CNM is a certified nurse-midwife practicing at Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht OBGYN. Her office is located in Frederick, MD. Sherene's services include pregnancy and midwifery care, and she is committed to supporting a woman through every stage of life.
Theresa D. Poepperling, MSN, CNM
Certified Nurse-Midwife
English
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht of Advantia
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Frederick
Theresa D. Poepperling, MSN, CNM is a certified nurse-midwife practicing at the Frederick, MD, Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht OBGYN location. With services that include pregnancy care, midwifery care, gynecology, birth control, long-term birth control such as IUDs, and contraception counseling, Theresa cares for women of throughout every stage of their healthcare journey.
Brianna Beard, LCSW-C
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
English
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht of Advantia
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Frederick
Brianna is an experienced licensed clinical social worker with background in child welfare and community mental health services. Brianna specializes in depression, anxiety, parenting, attachment, perinatal mental health, relationship difficulties, and trauma, with a strong focus on trauma-responsive care. She uses various modalities to meet the individual needs of clients, families, and couples. Some of these modalities include CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, and EMDR. Brianna believes in building strong therapeutic alliances and does so using compassion, empathy, and humor. She graduated with her Master’s in Social Work from University of Maryland School of Social Work with a specialization in children and families.
Eva Hill, LCSW-C
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
English
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht of Advantia
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht, Frederick
Eva is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 20 years of experience serving in a wide variety of clinical and healthcare settings and in private practice. She specializes in treating issues related to life transitions and helping people work through depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and addictive behaviors. Eva uses different therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, DBT, conflict management, communication skills development, mindfulness practices, and stress reduction.
Helen Bonilla, WHNP
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
English, Spanish
Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht of Advantia
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