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Dr. Williams earned his B.A. in Philosophy from Emory University in Atlanta. He then went on to graduate from The Ohio State University College of Medicine. He completed his internship in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Arizona Health Sciences Center. He then completed a residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center here in Oklahoma City.

Dr. Williams is an affiliate of Oklahoma Sports Science and Orthopedics, specializing in Gynecology. He is Board Certified by The American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Williams is chief of staff of Northwest Surgical Hospital. His professional memberships include The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He is a past President of the Oklahoma County Obstetrics and Gynecology Society.

He enjoys reading science fiction and exercising. His favorite activities involve family ski and snowboarding trips with his wife and their four boys, Noel, Calvin, Hugo and Gideon. Dr. Williams describes himself as intense and empathetic. He enjoys reflective thinking upon complex issues affecting his patients and laughing at himself. He is a non-conformist and often wonders why people focus on form over substance to their expense.

Abbey Ronck, PA_C, earned her master’s in Health Science as a Physician Assistant at University of Oklahoma Physician Associate Program.

Soon thereafter, she joined Optimal Health Associates as a Physician Assistant.

She is board certified by the NCCPA and scored in the 99th percent on the national certification exam (PANCE).

Before attending OUHSC, she received her bachelor’s degree in 2007 from Oklahoma State University in Nutritional Sciences where she graduated cum laude.

She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants as well as the Oklahoma Academy of Physician Assistants.

“It is a privilege to work with women of all ages and to have the opportunity to provide care from adolescence to menopause,” she adds.

“I feel that our practice provides the important combination of intellect and empathy that is so vital to good medicine.”

Christina (Tina) Telcocci, PA-C, graduated from the Physician Associate program at the University Of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center here in Oklahoma City. She earned her Master of Health Science degree with Special Distinction.

Prior to joining Optimal Health Associates in 2009, Tina worked ten years for a premier interventional pain management practice. Her empathy and understanding of patients’ needs is all too personal.

“In March of 2006, I was diagnosed with Stage IIB Hodgkin’s Lymphoma,” she recounts. “I was blessed to have access to wonderful medical care at every stage of my diagnosis and treatment. I cannot even imagine going through such a frightening and uncertain time without all the excellent physicians, nurses, and other medical staff I came into contact during that time.”

After six months of chemotherapy and two months of radiation treatment, Tina was cancer free. But she’d gained a lesson for her life’s work.

“My personal goal is to treat each of my patients with the same respect and compassion that I received and that they deserve. I want to provide each with guidance and understanding of their medical conditions.”

“Whether you are facing a life-threatening cancer, a life changing event such as menopause, a fertility issue, or you come in for a normal healthcare maintenance visit, I would like to help provide a calm, stable, and safe environment for you to discuss your concerns.”

Patricia Hall, PA-C, earned her master’s degree in Health Science as a Physician Assistant at the University of Oklahoma Physician Associate Program. She is board certified and scored in the 99th percentile on the national certification exam. Prior to beginning her graduate program, she earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Oklahoma in Nutritional Science.

Prior to joining Optimal Health Associates in 2013, she worked as a Family Practice Physician Assistant in Akron, Ohio. “Because of my experience in the primary care setting,” she says, “I enjoy seeing our patients whose needs may fall beyond the realm of gynecology.”

“My goal is to work with patients to address their concerns and help them reach their emotional and physical goals all while providing the most comfortable environment possible,” she adds. “I feel very fortunate to be a part of such a caring, knowledgeable healthcare team that strives to provide each patient with the highest level of care and respect.”

Benjamin J. Barenberg, M.D., FACOG, is a board certified Gynecologic Surgeon and fellowship trained Urogynecologist. Dr. Barenberg assists both male and female patients in need of advanced hormone replacement therapy including BHRT Pellet Therapy. Dr. Barenberg earned his medical degree from the University of Texas in Galveston and completed his residency training at Loyola University Medical Center in Chicago, IL. He furthered his education with fellowship training in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center in Oklahoma City. During fellowship training, Dr. Barenberg received his Masters of Science degree in Clinical and Translational Research from the University of Oklahoma Graduate College. Dr. Barenberg is the founder of Genesis Wellness which is Oklahoma’s first and only concierge wellness service. Genesis Wellness takes pride in restoring patients’ hormonal and physical balance in the privacy and comfort of their home.