General Practitioners

• Primary Care
  The radiologists who interpret your images are members of Spectrum Medical Group. They will analyze the images and send a signed report to your referring physician and/or primary care physician. If a follow up mammogram is not necessary, a letter will be sent to you in the mail stating your recent mammogram examination was normal/benign and it is appropriate for you to return for your annual screening the following year.
• Immunizations
  Coastal Women's Healthcare stands with the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), society of MFM, and the CDC in recommending COVID-19 vaccination in pregnancy and lactation. The vaccines have been shown to be safe in pregnancy and significantly reduce the risk of severe complications in the setting of a COVID-19 infection.

Ophthalmologists

• Laser Eye Surgery
  Although safe for most individuals, if you have a current respiratiory infection, COPD, COVID-19, recent ear or eye surgery, or are unable to hold your own face mask, then nitrous oxide would not be a good choice. Please discuss an alternative with your provider.

Gynecologists

• Gynecology
  Coastal has a beautiful facility to deliver care, and even better doctors and nurses. Dr. Andrews has a calming and professional demeanor and is extremely knowledgeable on women's health. When I am at Coastal I know I am in good hands. All the women in my family see Coastal for their OB-GYN care and we have referred many friends here as well. I highly recommend Coastal if you are in search of a new OB-GYN.
• Female Infertility
• Obstetrics
  Dr. Brooker loves the variety that being an OB/GYN brings her; from delivering babies to performing surgery, and all the opportunities to build long term relationships with patients. Her faith and experiences through medical mission trips are initially what drew her to medicine, and they continue to drive her day to day.
• Endometriosis
  We offer compassionate and personalized care for couples who are struggling with infertility, recurrent miscarriage, complex reproductive problems (endometriosis and PCOS), or those looking to explore family building options. Our services include diagnostic testing and imaging, laparoscopic surgery, ovulation induction, and intrauterine insemination (IUI) with partner or donor sperm.
• Pregnancy
  Dr. Burkley has been practicing Obstetrics and Gynecology for 16 years and enjoys all aspects of women's health care: "I love helping women create individualized plans for pregnancy and childbirth as well as supporting women as they transition through various life stages such as adolescence and menopause." She has special interests in adolescent gynecology, low and high risk obstetrics, infertility, menopause and benign vulvar disease. Dr. Burkley advises all her patients to "trust your instincts and keep moving - both are critical to your emotional and physical health as you age!
• Labor and Delivery
  In a healthy pregnancy, continuing your current exercise routine is typically recommended. Research has shown that exercise during pregnancy leads to fewer complications during pregnancy as well as labor and delivery. If you have questions regarding your current exercise routine, you should discuss this with your physician.

Neurologists

• Autism
  This is a diagnostic procedure performed at Maine Medical Center's Maternal Fetal Medicine between 15 and 20 weeks of pregnancy to detect birth defects. A needle is inserted through the abdomen to take a sample of the fluid surrounding baby (amniotic fluid). This sample contains chromosomes and other materials that are used to diagnose chromosomal abnormalities, genetic birth defects, and open neural tube defects. Amniocentesis cannot detect autism, cleft lip, and most heart defects. This is an invasive test, and risks include cramping, bleeding, infection, and very rarely miscarriage. Preliminary results may be available within 24 to 48 hours; final results are available within 10 to 14 days.

Psychiatrists

• Mental Health
  If you think you may have Postpartum or Perinatal Depression please seek professional help. Your healthcare provider can refer you to a mental health professional who has experience with PPD. The two main types of treatment are talk therapy and medication. For moderate to severe depression, medication is often needed along with talk therapy. There are significant risks to you and your baby if this is left untreated.

Radiologist

• Ultrasound
  Our six digital ultrasound rooms are each equipped with overhead screens and private bathrooms. We have highly-trained, experienced, registered, diagnostic medical sonographers who specialize in obstetrical and gynecological ultrasounds as well as general and vascular imaging.
• Radiology
  Coastal Imaging images will be read by a qualified radiologist from Spectrum Radiology. All results will be sent to your referring provider within five working days. Located in Scarborough, ME we service patients from surrounding cities including but not limited to Portland, South Portland, Yarmouth, Cape Elizabeth, Cumberland, Saco, Old Orchard, New Gloucester, Westbrook, Gorham, Freeport, and Windham.
• X-Rays
• Mammography
  Screening mammograms are utilized to check for breast cancer in women who have no signs or symptoms of the disease. These appointments are available during regular office hours. During a routine screening mammogram, two to three views will be taken of each breast. You will stand in front of the digital mammography unit and the mammographer will position your breast on the image receptor. The compression paddle will come down slowly on top of your breast, spreading out the tissue. This allows the technologist to obtain a clear picture of your breast using a low dose of radiation. You will only be compressed for a few seconds and the mammographer will work to ease any discomfort you may have. You may receive a phone call requesting additional images from your screening mammogram, it does not mean you have breast cancer. It only means that the radiologist would like further imaging to evaluate a specific area within your breast.

Surgeons

• Endometrial Ablation

Plastic Surgeons

• Laparoscopic Surgery

Physical Therapists

• Sports Medicine
  Dr. Dawson-Chalat, a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist, joined Coastal Women's Healthcare in 1995. Her special interests include high-risk pregnancy, minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery, adolescent gynecology, colposcopy, infertility and in-office endometrial ablation and sterilization. She received both her medical and undergraduate degrees from the University of Vermont and completed her internship and residency at the University of Miami. She is a member of: the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists, the American Medical Association, the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the Maine Medical Association. She is a Certified Nutrition Coach through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. Dr Dawson-Chalat started her practice in 1992. She is a native of Portland and lives with her family in Cape Elizabeth.