Assia Stepanian, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.
Dr. Assia Stepanian is a board-certified gynecologist and award-winning researcher, educator, and specialist in Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgery (MIGS), and management of uterine fibroids, adenomyosis, Endometriosis, ovary sparing ovarian surgery, reconstructive surgery on the uterus or hysterectomy for large uterus or complex conditions, pelvic adhesions, mullein anomalies of which she co-authors classification, MRKH and other. She sees patients with various gynecologic needs and for annual examination which she uses as a tool to prevent any tendencies known to her through experience in management of complex gynecologic conditions. Click here to read her CV.
Read MoreDr. Stepanian received her medical degree at the world-famous I.M. Sechenov Moscow Medical Academy and completed her Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences Center for Perinatology, Obstetrics and Gynecology.
She had the honor of being personally trained by her mother, Dr. Leila Adamyan who created the techniques of laparo-vaginal and laparoscopic neo-vagina creation utilizing the pelvic peritoneum.
With a strong desire to share the advanced techniques she had mastered, Dr. Stepanian moved to the United States and completed an Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at East Carolina University’s Brody School of Medicine in 2005 and was awarded and completed a prestigious Fellowship in Gynecologic Endoscopy. She has devoted much of her career to enriching the lives of women affected by MRKH.
Dr. Stepanian has presented, and taught extensively, in the U.S. and abroad, on the techniques of managing uterine anamolies and MRKH as well as associated conditions. She had the honor of serving as a visiting professor at Cornell University where she presented “Endoscopic Treatment of MRKH and Mullerian Anomalies” and was invited to demonstrate the surgery via direct transmission at the American Association of Gynecologic Laparascopists 40th Anniversary Meeting. She has authored and co-authored multiple chapters and articles on the subject and is the founder of SurgeryU which includes the world’s first and largest collective online video-library in minimally-invasive gynecologic surgery. She also co-authored, with Professor Adamyan, the definitive classification of female genital malformations which was accepted by the International Federation of Gynecologists and Obstetricians. Dr. Stepanian has been named an Honorary Professor with the Russian Federation Ministry of Health’s, VI Kulakov Federal Medical Scientific Center for Obstetrics, Gynecology and Perinatology where she collaborates on new approaches and techniques in gynecologic health and surgery.
In The News
Dr. Assia Stepanian, a minimally invasive gynecologic (MIG) surgeon, based in Atlanta, Georgia, but recognized the world-over for her inspiring work in gynecology at her practice: Academia of Women’s Health & Endoscopic Surgery, is smiling today. The gynecologist just read the first installment of a patient’s personal story about her experience with the MonaLisa Touch Laser treatment, and how it changed her love life.
Profile – In Her Words – No Cause for Pause. Dr. Assia Stepanian is featured in Modern Luxury’s Medicine and Doctors edition where she talks about one of the tools she uses on her patients to decrease pain and dryness while restoring the joy of intimacy – the MonaLisa Touch Laser.
MonaLisa Touch® Atlanta. Best Self Atlanta talks with world renowned gynecologist Dr. Assia Stepanian of Academia of Women’s Health & Endoscopic Surgery about the MonaLisa Touch laser. Watch the interview.
Let’s Talk! Lyn Ross L.M.E. with Assia Stepanian M.D. Dr. Assia Stepanian talks with Lyn Ross about how life’s changes and decreased hormone levels impact the skin and vaginal health, an introduction to the MonaLisa Touch Laser, as well as other life enhancing solutions to increase vitality and pleasure.
Atlanta Gynecologic Surgeon Gives Keynote Address. Atlanta Gynecologic Surgeon Assia Stepanian, M.D., F.A.C.O.G. gives keynote address at the Inaugural Atlanta and Southeast Region MRKH Conference.
The Future of SurgeryU. Suketu Mansuria, M.D., Editor-in-Chief of SurgeryU, that delivers high quality, high definition surgical video to members of the AAGL (American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists) through live streaming events and through our on-demand video library thanks founder Dr. Assia Stepanian for being a mentor and for creating this resource. See page 18.
Life Enrichment – Best of 2015 Contest Winners! Dr. Assia Stepanian is voted Best OB/GYN by Best Self Atlanta Magazine in the Life Enrichment category.
A Gentler Approach. Best Self Atlanta talks to Dr. Assia Stepanian about MIGS (Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery), her commitment to providing compassionate care and how it can completely change the patient experience.
Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding. Dr. Stepanian addresses a condition that she sees affecting many women tremendously: abnormal vaginal bleeding. It creates anemia, associated fatigue, and if left unattended, can be life threatening.
Urinary Incontinence. Urinary incontinence causes anxiety and embarrassment for millions of women. In this article, Dr. Stepanian addresses what causes urinary incontinence and addresses how incontinence can be corrected with and without surgery.