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Stephanie Payton-Petersen, MD is an obstetrician-gynecologist who earned attended medical school and completed her residency at University of Maryland School of Medicine. Dr. Payton-Petersen cares for women of all ages and life stages out of her Gaithersburg, MD, office. Her services include pregnancy care, hormone replacement therapy, minimally-invasive surgery, birth control counseling and long-term birth control such as IUDs, and support for conditions that include endometriosis, osteoporosis and polycystic ovary syndrome.
Career Information
Undergraduate
St. Mary’s College of Maryland
Medical School
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Residency
University of Maryland Medical Center
Patient Reviews
Sage J.
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Very pleasant staff. Quick check in and you don’t wait long after you’ve checked in to see your doctor.
Oct 12, 2024
Jennifer W.
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The Gaithersburg office was very nice, fast and efficient. Dr Helmbrecht is the best! I’ve been seeing her for many years!
Oct 7, 2024
Svetlana A.
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These are my doctors from 2007 until now. Very good doctors, friendly and professional staff, nice and clean office.
Oct 4, 2024
Luana A.
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I would give Dr. Simmonds 10 stars if I could. He is the best gynecologist I've ever had. He was very professional, sympathetic, and provided...
Sep 27, 2024
Martha N.
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Been a patient of Simmons, Martin, & Helmbrecht for many years. Top notch staff (medical and administrative),and always a pleasant experience. Had my annual exam...
Sep 25, 2024
Marie P.
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I received a caring welcome and great instructions from the staff member at the front desk. The nurse is very professional and kind. Drr. Helmbrecht...
Sep 22, 2024
Adia J.
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Loving and caring service and more
Sep 20, 2024
Joana M.
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Dr. Cara Simmonds was helpful, patient, and a great listener. I felt heard! The staff was very kind and helpful too. I totally recommend Dr....
Sep 15, 2024
Rosela S.
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I've had the pleasure of visiting the SMH office for 21 years, and I must say that they have an excellent team of doctors. However,...
Sep 12, 2024
Erin S.
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Wonderful experience- the only set back is timing. Today seemed a little delayed but other than that it was awesome.
Sep 7, 2024
Christina G.
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It is refreshing to go for a Doctors visit and feel that one has been listened to, respected, and mindfully cared for, as well as...
Oct 10, 2024
Rachel K.
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Dr. Cara Simmonds is great. She knows a lot about perimenopause, which I’m in right now, and is very caring and knowledgeable in general.
Oct 8, 2024
Miriam H.
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Dr. Redhead has been amazing throughout my whole pregnancy and delivery. I highly recommend this practice because of her.
Sep 5, 2024
Mary K.
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Dr Cara Simmonds listened to all my questions and concerns. She gave me very detailed information about medications, what to expect and scheduled a follow...
Aug 12, 2024
Shelie A.
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IUD removal was painless and so quick! Wonderful staff and very speedy :) She even added a Pap smear. Wonderful and thorough
Aug 9, 2024
Iana S.
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The staff and Dr. Helmbrecht and Dr. Schumacher are very attentive, thoughtful, gentle and thorough.
Aug 5, 2024
Nuen S.
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Easily accessible. Great customer service and professional bedside care
Jul 5, 2024
Betty
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Thank you, Dr. Redhead for your kindness. you are always friendly and professional.
Jun 5, 2024
Christina N.
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Pat on the sonogram team is top notch. Professional, kind and just the human touch that is so often lacking in healthcare. She is a...
May 10, 2024
Valerie S.
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I’ve been going to this practice for 30 years. They only get better and better! Even though Dr. Simmonds’ practice has substantially grown over the...
May 7, 2024
