Dr. Debra Stemmerman
Prescribing Physician
Board-Certified Obstetrician-Gynecologist
30+ Years of Clinical Experience
Specialist in Menopause & High-Risk Obstetrics
About
Dr. Debra Stemmerman, MD, is a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist with over three decades of experience providing comprehensive women's healthcare. Throughout her career, which began in 1993, she has been dedicated to guiding patients through the complexities of both obstetrics and gynecology with a philosophy centered on patient empowerment and informed choice.
Dr. Stemmerman is known for her holistic approach to women's health, particularly in managing the transitions of menopause and perimenopause. She believes her primary role is to help patients understand their management options so they can decide what is best for their individual health journeys. Whether managing high-risk pregnancies or navigating hormonal changes in midlife, she strives to help every patient achieve their healthiest best. She now primarily focuses on midlife and menopause care.
Education & Training
Medical Degree (MD) — University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences, 1989
Internship — St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, 1990
Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology — St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, University of Michigan (Ann Arbor, MI), 1993
Certifications & Professional Affiliations
Board Certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology — American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG)
Hospital Affiliations — EvergreenHealth Medical Center-Kirkland and Valley Medical Center
Professional Member — Diplomate American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, The Menopause Society, International Society for the Study for Women’s Sexual Health
Clinical Interests & Specialties
Menopause and Perimenopause Management — Specialized care for hormonal transitions and post-menopausal health.
Obstetrics (Low and High Risk) — Extensive experience in prenatal care and delivery, including support for TOLAC/VBAC (Trial of Labor After Cesarean).
Minimally Invasive Surgery — Proficiency in both major and office-based gynecological procedures.
Gynecological Wellness — Comprehensive management of contraception, infertility evaluation, and menstrual disorders.
Sexual Health & Vaginal Wellness — Addressing atrophic vaginitis and other midlife health concerns.