Providers

Dr. Cherney is a specialist in all aspects of obstetrics and gynecology, focusing on minimally invasive surgery and ultrasound.

Dr. Honkamp is dedicated to the full spectrum of a woman’s health care needs, including both low and high-risk obstetrics as well as gynecologic surgery. She has a special interest in minimally invasive surgery including total laparoscopic hysterectomy.

Dr. Honkamp is a graduate of the University of Iowa College of Medicine, Iowa City, Iowa. She completed her OB/GYN residency at the University of Missouri, Kansas City. She is Board Certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and has been in private practice since 1995. Dr. Honkamp is a member of the American College of OB/GYN, American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists and a clinical faculty member of the University of Wisconsin – Fox Valley Family Practice.

While Dr. Kennedy has a passion for obstetrics, the entire realm of women’s health care is fascinating to her because it’s an opportunity to build a relationship with patients from adolescence through menopause and beyond.  She also has a special interest in minimally invasive surgeries and the health factors that can affect fertility.

Dr. Kennedy is Board Eligible in Obstetrics and Gynecology and received her Medical degree from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, which provided her with specialized training in obstetrics.  She completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Stony Brook University Hospital in New York.

Dr. Meyer is passionate about all aspects of women’s health. Whether it’s seeing a young woman nervous for her first annual exam, experiencing the highs and lows of a pregnancy with a new mom or guiding a woman through the challenges of menopause, Dr. Meyer thrives off variety. She says the most satisfying part of her job is listening to a woman’s concerns, truly understanding what she values and making a tailored plan that meets her goals. 

Identifying musculoskeletal pains of pregnancy and conducting minimally invasive surgeries as well as laparoscopic surgeries are also a few of Dr. Meyer’s passions. Outside of work, Dr. Meyer enjoys time with her husband and children. She loves reading and outdoor activities like skiing, camping, swimming and hiking. 

Dr. Meyer completed her Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and is also a Fellow of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Dr. James V. O’Leary is a graduate of Loyola Strich School of Medicine in Chicago. He completed an internship at Portsmouth Naval Hospital and for the next three years served in different medical capacities within the military system. His duties included: general medical officer, emergency room physician, and finishing his military obligation with the 1st Force Service Support Group, Camp Pendleton, California. Dr. O’Leary received a Certificate of Commendation from F.X. Hamilton, Jr., Brigadier General, United States Marine Corps, for superior performance of duty while serving as the Medical Doctor. “Lieutenant O’Leary’s exceptional professional ability, initiative, and loyal dedication to duty reflected great credit upon himself, the Medical Corps, and the United States Naval Service.”

Dr. Pfaffenbach enjoys all aspects of obstetrics and gynecology and has a special interest in minimally invasive surgery, pelvic organ prolapse and robotic surgery.

Dr. Ramsey received her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Illinois in Chicago. She completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at St. Joseph Hospital, in association with Northwestern University Medical School in Chicago. She became board certified in November of 2002.

Dr. Schmidt attended University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor and completed her obstetrics and gynecology residency at University of Colorado Health Science Center. She had been the lead physician in the Department of Ob/Gyn at Fairview Red Wing medical center since 2009.

Along with general and high risk obstetrics, Dr. Schmidt has a special interest in minimally invasive surgery (including advance laparoscopy and operative hysteroscopy), cervical dysplasia and HPV, and basic infertility evaluation and management.

Connie Masak has been with Women’s Health Specialists since 1991, participating in the health and wellness of women adolescence through menopause. Originally from the Chicago area, she received her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Kendall College and has lived in Appleton with her husband and children since 1988. She is certified in women’s health by the National Certification Corporation and is licensed as an Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber (APNP) by the state of Wisconsin. Outside of the office, she enjoys gardening, cooking, traveling and spending time with her family.

Wanda Vander Wyst is originally from Appleton and has provided patient care for women-adolescence through menopause with Women’s Health Specialists since 1990. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree as a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison Physician Assistant Program. She is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and is a licensed physician assistant with the state of Wisconsin. Professionally she is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, the Wisconsin Academy of Physician Assistants and the Association of Physician Assistants in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Away from the office she enjoys family and community activities.

Dr. Ellen Savage is a native of Appleton, WI. She went to the Medical College of Wisconsin and then on to her General Surgery Residency at Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan. She served with the Air Force for 12 years in South Dakota, Italy and Turkey. After working for a short time at Berlin Memorial Hospital (Wisconsin) she came to Women’s Health Specialists where she assists in the OR with C Sections and larger cases.

With her warm personality, you’ll be in good hands with Dr. Ellen Savage.