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Dr. Regina R. Whitfield Kekessi, MD

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(92 Ratings)

Specializes in: Gynecology

Rush Medical College (2004)

Professional interests include: vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC), cesarean section (C-section), hepatitis C screening, and more.

8240 NORTHCREEK DRIVE SUITE 4100
Cincinnati, OH 45236

(513) 853-7555

Dr. Regina R. Whitfield Kekessi, MD is a gynecologist in Cincinnati, OH specializing in gynecology. She graduated from Rush Medical College in 2004 and has 20 years of experience. Dr. Regina R. Whitfield Kekessi, MD is affiliated with TRIHEALTH H LLC.

Office Locations

Address:

8240 NORTHCREEK DRIVE SUITE 4100
Cincinnati, OH 45236

Address:

4030 Smith Road Suite 425
Cincinnati, OH 45209

Some issues Dr. Regina R. Whitfield Kekessi, MD can help you with:

Cesarean Section (C-Section)

A Cesarean section (more often known as "C-Section") is a surgery performed during labor and delivery. A C-Section is a procedure that delivers a baby through an incision in the lower abdomen and uterus. In the United States, about a third of all births are performed by Cesarean section. Most often, a C-section is done by an obstetrician/gynecologist (OB-GYN), or in certain regions, a general surgeon or family physician.

C-section incisions can be up-and-down (vertical), from belly button to lower abdomen or side-to-side (horizontal), across the lower abdomen. Side-to-side incisions are more frequently used. After the exterior incisions are made, the doctor then cuts into the uterus and amniotic sac and delivers the infant and cuts the baby's umbilical cord. The mother receives medicine to expel the placenta and the doctor helps to safely remove it. Finally, the doctor uses sutures to seal the uterus and tissue incisions. The initial C-section skin incision is also closed with sutures or staples.

C-sections are typically performed with regional anesthesia, which inhibits pain in the lower half of the body, but allows mothers to be awake. However, some mothers may receive general anesthesia, where they are put to sleep during the surgical procedure.

C-sections may be planned or unplanned, depending on the circumstances of the birth.

Pre-existing conditions like heart disease, high blood pressure, herpes, and HIV may prompt a doctor to prescribe a C-section. Other situations for C-section include:

A large baby or birth to multiple children
Pelvic fracture or limited birth canal
Baby in the "breech position," where a baby is positioned feet or bottom first in the uterus
Baby with a developmental disorder
Irregular fetal heartbeat
Mother with a history of previous C-sections

Other mothers may require a C-section due to complications arising during delivery. These unplanned, emergency C-sections allow for a healthy birth even when complex complications are present. Problems during labor which may necessitate a C-section include:

Labor not progressing
Fetus switching position during labor
Distressed infant
Blockage of the cervical opening by the placenta
Prolapsed umbilical cord

Mothers should expect about a six-week recovery period following a C-section, including an initial hospital stay of two to three days. While in the hospital, mothers may spend time with their baby and begin breastfeeding. After returning home, mothers should limit strenuous activities such as lifting, reaching, and exercise, and should make sure to get plenty of rest.

Endometrial Ablation

Endometrial ablation is a procedure that destroys and removes a thin layer of the uterine lining. It is usually performed to treat heavy menstrual bleeding, especially if bleeding cannot be controlled by medications. After an endometrial ablation, periods often stop completely. If they do not, they are much lighter and easier to manage.

There are many different ways that the uterine lining can be removed, including radiofrequency, heat, microwaves, and cold. Ablations are usually performed with local anesthetic by an OB/GYN. A probe is inserted into the uterus through the vagina, and the end of the probe is expanded or moved around to access the uterine lining. Cramping and discharge afterwards are normal, but the procedure is not particularly painful.

Endometrial ablation is not for everyone. It shouldn't be done by women who have reached menopause, or women with uterine cancer or uterine infections. It is important to remember that an endometrial ablation does not remove the uterus or ovaries, so regular pelvic exams are still important after this procedure. Women who are considering endometrial ablation should also be done having children. Pregnancy is possible after an endometrial ablation, though not likely. If pregnancy does occur, an ablation increases the risks of miscarriage and other problems, so reliable birth control must be used after endometrial ablation all the way through menopause.

Hysteroscopy

A hysteroscopy is a diagnostic procedure performed to examine the inside of the uterus. A thin tube with a camera and light at the end, called a hysteroscope, is inserted through the vagina. It allows the physician to view the cervix and uterine walls. Sometimes, gas or liquid is used to expand the uterus and allow a better view. If necessary, tiny instruments can also be passed through the tube and used for certain procedures, such as taking a biopsy or removing a polyp.

Hysteroscopy is often done to figure out the cause of abnormal menstrual bleeding. However, it can also be used to:

Identify the cause of recurrent miscarriage
Remove polyps or fibroids, non-cancerous growths in the uterus
Remove adhesions, scar tissue within the uterus
Identify uterine septums, a wall of tissue dividing the uterus
Perform ablation, the removal of excess uterine lining

If surgery is necessary, hysteroscopy is often used along with laparoscopy, a kind of surgery performed through small incisions in the abdomen. Tiny tools are passed through the incisions, and the hysteroscope guides the doctors while surgery is performed.

breast exam	38
cytology	32
doctor visit	43
gynecologic pathology	32
gynecologic procedures	38
preventive care	32

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	46
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	35

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	36
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

breast exam	34
cytology	18
doctor visit	63
gynecologic pathology	18
gynecologic procedures	34
pelvic imaging	12
preventive care	18
ultrasound (sonogram)	12
women's imaging	12

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	47
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	41

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	26
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

breast exam	24
doctor visit	23
gynecologic procedures	24
lab tests	10

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	86
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	62

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	32
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

breast exam	47
doctor visit	15
gynecologic procedures	47

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	58
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	38
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	24

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	16
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	35
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

breast exam	28
doctor visit	18
gynecologic procedures	28

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	15
Black	40
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	32
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	12

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	35
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

breast exam	35
cytology	13
doctor visit	15
gynecologic pathology	13
gynecologic procedures	35
preventive care	13

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	39
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	30
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	33
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

breast exam	40
cytology	19
doctor visit	13
gynecologic pathology	19
gynecologic procedures	40
lab tests	12
preventive care	19

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	42
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	32
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	22
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	31
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

breast exam	15
cytology	10
doctor visit	10
gynecologic pathology	10
gynecologic procedures	15
preventive care	10

**Age**
From 65 to 74	20
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	34
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

breast exam	31
gynecologic procedures	31

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Regina R. Whitfield Kekessi, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Regina R. Whitfield Kekessi, MD treated as a gynecologist in Cincinnati, OH were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

breast exam	32
cytology	18
doctor visit	25
gynecologic pathology	18
gynecologic procedures	32
lab tests	11
pelvic imaging	12
preventive care	18
ultrasound (sonogram)	12
women's imaging	12

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Regina R. Whitfield Kekessi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	55

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	35
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	1
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	17
65 to 74	15

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Regina R. Whitfield Kekessi, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Regina R. Whitfield Kekessi, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and depression.

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	5
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	3
Osteoporosis	0
Heart Failure	1
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	26
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Cancer	0
Dementia	0

Education & Training

Dr. Regina R. Whitfield Kekessi, MD graduated from Rush Medical College in 2004. She has a state license in Ohio.

Medical School: Rush Medical College (2004)

Licensed In: Ohio

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Regina R. Whitfield Kekessi, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

TRIHEALTH H LLC

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Regina R. Whitfield Kekessi, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.98 out of 5 stars based on 92 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Regina R. Whitfield Kekessi, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Cincinnati, OH.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Regina R. Whitfield Kekessi, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Olympus Corporation of the Americas	$1,812 PlasmaSpatula $1,812
Gynesonics, Inc.	$600 SONATA SONOGRAPHY-GUIDED TRANSCERVICAL FIBROID ABLATION SYSTEM $600
AbbVie, Inc.	$472 Lupron $256	Orilissa $201	$15
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.	$426 Essure $350	Mirena $35	Skyla $22	Kyleena $20
Ethicon Endo-Surgery Inc.	$400 ENSEAL Product Family $400
Other	$1,386 Diclegis $229	Orilissa $149	ENTELLUS - XPRESS ENT DILATION SYSTEM $89	SOLOSEC $76	LO LOESTRIN FE $75	Other $768

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$3,029
Travel and Lodging	$1,609
Consulting Fee	$400
Education	$58

Biography

Dr. Regina Whitfield Kekessi specializes in gynecology. She is rated 5.0 stars (out of 5) by her patients. Dr. Whitfield Kekessi's areas of expertise include colposcopy, annual gynecological exam (well woman exam), and endocervical curettage. She attended medical school at Rush Medical College. She has an open panel in Cincinnati, OH according to Doctor.com.