Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted OB/GYN Care in Concord, MA
AFA Obstetrics & Gynecology has provided specialized women's healthcare since 1994. Our practice, founded and led by experienced female physicians, combines clinical expertise with compassionate care. Our multidisciplinary team includes board-certified OB/GYNs, certified nurse midwives, and nurse practitioners who collaborate to create personalized treatment plans. With three convenient locations in Concord, Leominster, and Westford, we offer extended hours to accommodate busy schedules.Our comprehensive services include advanced imaging, phlebotomy, and specialized care for hormonal imbalances through our affiliated wellness practice. We emphasize patient education and shared decision-making to help women achieve optimal health throughout all life stages.
Services
Gynecologic Care
Obstetrical Care
Midwifery Services
MFM Services
Ultrasound Imaging
Contraceptive Management
Prenatal Care
Menopause Management
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Hospital Services
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We've specialized in women's health since 1994 with board-certified physicians
- Our team includes certified nurse midwives for holistic care options
- We offer extended hours for working women's scheduling needs
- Three accessible locations serving Metro West Boston communities
- We coordinate high-risk pregnancy care with Brigham and Women's specialists
Services
Gynecologic Care
Our comprehensive gynecological services address women's health needs at every life stage. We provide annual exams, contraceptive management, and treatment for conditions like endometriosis and menopausal symptoms. Our team emphasizes preventive care and early detection through cancer screenings and osteoporosis prevention programs.
Obstetrical Care
We offer complete obstetrical care from preconception counseling through postpartum recovery. Our services include high-risk pregnancy management, VBAC support, and access to 24/7 hospital specialists. Patients benefit from childbirth education classes and personalized birth planning assistance.
Midwifery Services
Certified nurse midwives provide holistic pregnancy care and natural birth options. Services include labor support, pain management guidance, and postpartum care. Our midwives collaborate with OB/GYNs to ensure safe deliveries while respecting individual birth preferences.
MFM Services
Maternal Fetal Medicine specialists manage complex pregnancies with conditions like hypertension or diabetes. We offer genetic screening, fetal monitoring, and coordinate care with Boston MFM specialists for optimal outcomes in high-risk cases.
Ultrasound Imaging
State-of-the-art ultrasound services for obstetric and gynecological diagnostics. Our registered sonographers perform prenatal imaging to monitor fetal development and pelvic ultrasounds for gynecological concerns, with interpretations by affiliated radiologists.
People
Dr. Ingrid Balcomb
Founder
Dr. Balcomb established AFA OB/GYN in 1994, bringing decades of experience in comprehensive women's healthcare. She specializes in gynecological surgery and obstetric care, focusing on patient-centered treatment approaches.
Dr. Emily G. Strehle
Physician
Dr. Strehle provides full-spectrum OB/GYN care with board certification in obstetrics and gynecology. She emphasizes preventive care and minimally invasive surgical techniques for her patients' optimal recovery.
Dr. Laura Silk
Physician
Dr. Silk specializes in high-risk pregnancies and obstetric ultrasound interpretation. She coordinates complex care cases with hospital specialists while maintaining a focus on patient education and informed decision-making.
Sherriann Perivolotis
Certified Nurse Midwife
Sherriann offers midwifery care for low-risk pregnancies and gynecological wellness. She assists with natural childbirth options and provides personalized postpartum support for new mothers.
Lesley L Kenney
Nurse Practitioner
Lesley provides women's health services including contraceptive management and menopause care. She focuses on preventive health screenings and patient education for long-term wellness maintenance.
Questions
What OB/GYN services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive services including prenatal care, gynecological exams, midwifery, high-risk pregnancy management, ultrasound imaging, and minimally invasive surgeries.
Do you have evening appointments available?
Yes, we offer early morning and evening appointments at all three locations to accommodate working women's schedules.
Can I choose midwifery care for childbirth?
Our certified nurse midwives provide labor support and natural birth options while collaborating with physicians for safety during deliveries.
How do I reach my provider after hours?
Call our main number (978-371-1396) to reach our on-call provider for urgent medical concerns outside regular hours.
Do you accept my insurance plan?
We accept most major insurance plans. Contact our billing department at 978-371-1396 to verify coverage details for your specific plan.
What hospital affiliations do you have?
We're affiliated with Emerson Hospital's Birthing Center and collaborate with Brigham and Women's specialists for high-risk cases.
Reviews (4)
Lauren Hunter
Dec 30, 2021
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I had my first experience with AFA OBGYN last week and had a very positive experience. The circumstances that made me need an urgent visit was very hard and sad for myself and my husband. From reception to Nurse Julie, and the mid wife I saw, everyone was so kind and patient with me. I had an issue and they got me right in to be seen and answer all my questions. I'm very happy I found this office and will recommend this office to my family and friends. I work as a nurse and I know how stressful the healthcare field is right now, so all your kindness did not go unnoticed and it made the biggest
Candice Brothers
Dec 04, 2021
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I love the midwives at AFA! I tell any of my expecting friends to go there for their prenatal and delivery. They are also very educated on postpartum mental health and provided me with exceptional, trauma informed care after babies. They supported me when I needed it most.
Sara L.
Nov 01, 2021
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This place is fantastic! I don't know if this is normal for pregnancies or what but I have a high risk pregnancy and also a lot of health issues that are making things complicated. I feel so high maintenance at times but they have been completely responsive to my needs. I was a little apprehensive about changing physicians since I had a gynecologist and health center I liked but they work out of Framingham Hospital and I prefer to give birth at a place more local - and I heard good things about the facility at Emerson. They have an interesting concept where they have you see a different Dr. at
Jackie Edme
Jun 04, 2021
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My experience with this office as a whole was very traumatic. I suffered from a subchorionic hematoma that eventually led to the loss of my baby. I had been bleeding for 4 weeks straight and when I called the office to tell them I couldnt walk due to weakness and shortness of breath, they told me to contact my primary doctor because it didnt sound pregnancy related. At my appointment with my primary doctor I was rushed by ambulance to the ER because my hemoglobin was at a 6 and I needed a blood transfusion. I found out the same day my baby no longer had a heartbeat. The only reason Im
