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Dr. Regina Rae Whitfield Kekessi, MD, MPH, FACOG
OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist)
2001 Anderson Ferry Rd Cincinnati OH, 45238About
Regina R. Whitfield Kekessi, MD, MPH, FACOG, is a top obstetrician and gynecologist who lends her skills and expertise to serve patients at TriHealth Medical System - Women’s Services in Cincinnati, OH, which she joined in 2008. She additionally maintains a private practice as a national speaker, author, adoption consultant, and women’s health expert. Dr. Kekessi can also be found on staff at Ohio Health’s Shelby Hospital and Berger Hospital, TriHealth’s Bethesda North Hospital and Good Samaritan Hospital, and Group Health – Clifton and Group Health – Western Hills. With thirteen years of experience as an OBGYN physician, she specializes in minimally invasive gynecologic procedures, such as DaVinci laparoscopy, Essure, Adiana, and tubal occlusion. An inductee of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Dr. Kekessi was listed among Cincinnati Magazine’s Top Doctors in 2019 and 2021 and received the 2017 and 2018 Patients' Choice Award from Vitals. She is a member of the Ohio Delegation to the American Medical Association and a board member of the Academy of Medicine of Cincinnati Foundation.
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Education and Training
Xavier University of Louisiana Bachelor of Science degree in Pre Medicine / Chemistry 1992
Emory University Master of Public Health degree 1996
Rush Medical College Medical Degree 2004
Board Certification
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Obstetrics and GynecologyAmerican Board of Obstetrics and GynecologyABOG
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Anemia And Iron Deficiency Screening
- Birth Control
- C-section
- Cholesterol Screening
- Colposcopy
- Destruction Or Excision Of Lesion Of Cervix (incl. Leep)
- Destruction Or Excision Of Vaginal Lesions
- Dilation And Curettage
- Endocervical Curettage
- Endometrial Ablation
- Endometrial Biopsy
- Fetal Monitoring
- Fluid Contrast Ultrasound
- Gonorrhea Screening
- Gynecologic Cancer Screening
- Gynecological Examination
- Hiv Screening
- Hepatitis B Virus Screening
- Hepatitis C Virus Screening
- Hepatitis Screening
- Herpes Simplex Screening
- Hysterectomy
- Hysterosalpingography
- Hysteroscopy
- Minimally Invasive Laparoscopic Surgical Procedures
- Myomectomy - Open
- Obstetric Ultrasound
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Pap Smear
- Pelvic Exams
- Pregnancy Test
- Pregnancy Ultrasound
- Rh Incompatibility Screening
- Routine Gynecological Care
- Sexually Transmitted Infections Screening
- Sonohysterograms
- Thyroid Screening
- Trichomoniasis Screening
- Tubal Ligation
- Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (vbac)
- Vaginal Surgery
- Vaginosis Screening
- Da Vinci® Robotic Surgery
Professional Memberships
- American Medical Association
- National Medical Association
- Ohio State Medical Association
- Academy of Medicine
- Cincinnati Medical Association
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority
- American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (Fellow - FACOG)
Internships
- Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine (2005)
Professional Society Memberships
- American Medical Association, National Medical Association, Ohio State Medical Association, Academy of Medicine, Cincinnati Medical Association, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority
Dr. Regina Rae Whitfield Kekessi, MD, MPH, FACOG's Practice location
Practice At 2915 Clifton Ave
2915 Clifton Ave -Cincinnati, OH 45220Get Direction
TriHealth Women’s Services
2001 Anderson Ferry Rd -Cincinnati, OH 45238Get Direction
Group Health – TriHealth Physician Partner
379 Dixmyth Ave. -Cincinnati, OH 45220Get Direction
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Get to know Obstetrician-Gynecologist Dr. Regina Rae Whitfield Kekessi, who serves patients throughout the State of Ohio.
Dr. Kekessi, a trusted obstetrician-gynecologist, specializes in minimally invasive procedures including robotic surgery, Essure, Adiana, and tubal occlusion. She is a part of the team of professionals at TriHealth Women’s Services.
TriHealth Women’s Services is dedicated to caring for all women at every stage of their lives and celebrating what makes them special. With an inclusive, collaborative and team-based approach, the providers see incredible women, each with her own unique story. They provide a variety of services ranging from adolescent gynecology and comprehensive maternity to high-risk obstetrics, infertility, and specialized gynecology.
In association with TriHealth, Dr. Kekessi is also affiliated with Bethesda North Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, Group Health – Clifton, and Group Health – Western Hills.
With an unwavering commitment to her speciality, she is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, whose mission is to define standards, certify obstetricians and gynecologists, and facilitate continuous learning to advance knowledge, practice, and professionalism in women’s health.
With a broad educational background, Dr. Kekessi completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Pre Medicine / Chemistry at Xavier University of Louisiana in 1992. She then went on to earn her Master of Public Health degree from Emory University in 1996, followed by her medical degree from Rush Medical College in 2004.
As for her training, she completed her internship and residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine in 2005 and 2008, respectively.
In order to stay up to date in her field, Dr. Kekessi remains a member of a number of professional organizations. These include the American Medical Association, the National Medical Association, the Ohio State Medical Association, the Academy of Medicine, the Cincinnati Medical Association, the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (Fellow – FACOG).
Obstetrics and Gynecology is the medical specialty that encompasses the two subspecialties of obstetrics and gynecology. An obstetrician-gynecologist, or OB-GYN, is a healthcare professional who specializes in female reproductive health.
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