The core faculty for the Ob/Gyn residency will serve as the lead faculty for each of the specialty and subspecialty rotations. In addition to the core faculty, we have over 40 attending OB/GYN physicians at Swedish who will be faculty in the Swedish program; a heterogeneous and strong group of fabulous physicians at our institution. This includes the entire Swedish OB/GYN generalist faculty, the OB hospitalist/nocturnist team, several private practice faculty, GYN/ONC faculty, MFM faculty, and GYN faculty including minimally invasive gynecologic surgery (MIGS).
Amber Wood, MD Maternal Fetal Medicine
Medical school: Creighton University, Omaha NE
Residency: Washington University in St. Louis, St. Louis MO
Fellowship: Maternal Fetal Medicine, Duke University, Durham NC
Research: On Pubmed as Wood, AM
At work I love that my job allows me to provide comprehensive maternal fetal medicine care for patients from diagnosis to delivery: in the clinic, ultrasound suite, and on labor and delivery. It is a privilege to be working with women during this special time of their lives. I also enjoy working with all of the fantastic obstetric providers within the Swedish care system to provide optimal care for pregnant women.
In my free time, I enjoy running, exploring Seattle and the PNW, traveling to the beach whenever I can, eating all of the good food, reading, and spending time with my husband and our dog and cats.
Victoria Hastings, DO, MPH, MS GYN Surgery
Medical School: New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine, Old Westbury, NY
Ob/Gyn Residency: New York Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, Brooklyn, NY
Fellowship: Female Pelvic Medicine and Gynecologic Surgery, Swedish First Hill, Seattle, WA
Research: On pubmed as Hastings Victoria
I’m passionate about combining surgery with primary care, especially when it comes to managing complex conditions like endometriosis, fibroids, and abnormal bleeding. I love working closely with my patients to create personalized care plans that address both their physical and emotional needs.
At Swedish Hospital, I’m lucky to work with amazing colleagues and staff in a collaborative, supportive environment that enhances patient care. I also take great joy in teaching surgical techniques to residents, helping shape the next generation of doctors.
Outside of work, I enjoy cooking, traveling, and staying active with workout classes. These activities help me maintain a healthy balance and keep me energized both in and out of work.
Joshua Z Press, MD, MSc Gyn Oncology
Medical school: University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada
Residency: University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
Fellowship: Gynecologic Oncology Fellowship – University of Washington, Seattle, WA
Research: On pubmed as Press, JZ
I love the unique challenges of Gynecologic Oncology, which includes comprehensive care for women’s cancers from diagnosis and surgical resection, through medical management with chemotherapy and clinical trials, to long-term cancer surveillance, and ultimately end of life care.
When I’m not at work, I am attracted to anything that involves travelling fast enough to feel wind in my face, from running, hiking, and mountain biking, to skiing, snowboarding, motorcycling. With frequent breaks between activities focused on finding the tastiest food possible.
Darcy Broughton, MD REI
Medical school: Brown University, Providence RI
Residency: Oregon Heath & Science University, Portland OR
Fellowship: REI, Washington University in St. Louis, St. Louis MO
Research: On pubmed as Broughton DE
I absolutely love my job as an REI – it is incredibly rewarding to help patients realize their dreams of becoming parents, and as subspecialists we are able to educate our patients, colleagues and the public about fertility and reproductive physiology. I am also passionate about helping LGBTQ+ families grow, and I co-direct the Center for LGBTQ+ Fertility at Pacific Northwest Fertility, the first of its kind.
When I’m not at work you can find me exploring Pacific Northwest wine country, cheering at Seahawks games, and trying to keep up with my three wild nephews.
Birte Wolff, MD Urogynecology
Medical school: Baylor University, Houston TX
Residency: Northwell Health, New York
Fellowship: Urogynecology, Loyola University Medical Center, Chicago IL
Research: On pubmed as Wolff BJ
As a Urogynecologist, I enjoy working together with patients on various pelvic floor disorders. I like being my patients coach and provide help with their personal health goals. I take care of several conditions including urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, urinary retention, and accidental bowel leakage. I love working with our office and OR teams and being able to provide various options including in-office procedures or reconstructive surgery that lead to significant quality of life improvement.
In my free time I enjoy spending time with my husband and children, jogging, hiking, baking and sewing.
Charlie Browne, MD Ob/Gyn
Medical school: University of California, Los Angeles CA
Residency: University of Washington, Seattle WA
Fellowship: Pelvic and Gynecologic Surgery, Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle WA
What I enjoy most about my specialty: Effecting change.
When I’m not at work… I enjoy reading and stargazing (amateur astronomer).
Additional Faculty Leads
Tanya Sorensen, MD
Executive Medical Director, Women and Children’s Institute, Providence Swedish Puget Sound Region, Interim
Medical School: University of Washington Seattle
Residency: OB Gyn University of Washington Seattle
Fellowship: MFM University of Washington Seattle
Research: On pubmed as Sorensen TK
At work I love the medical, surgical and psychosocial challenges of helping patients through complex pregnancies. As Executive Medical Director for Women’s and Infant services in the Swedish Women’s and Children’s Institute I enjoy working with other leaders on strategic innovations, quality, and operational improvement. In addition I am passionate about guiding and inspiring future medical leaders.
In addition to work I enjoy travel, hiking, reading and especially spending time with my family
Emily Norland, MD First Hill Ob/Gyn Chief
Medical school: Carver College of Medicine, University of Iowa, IA
Residency: University of Washington Medical Center, Seattle WA
Providing team based patient centered care in these times is such a privilege. The practice and craft of obstetrics and gynecology is a dynamic exciting challenging endeavor that pushes me to grow in expected and unexpected ways. I’m honored to be included in the fantastic group of faculty dedicated to changing medicine for the better.
When I’m not at work, I enjoy cycling, birdwatching, gardening and cross country skiing.
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