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Biography: For more than two decades, James Murphy, MD, has devoted his career to women's health. He chose obstetrics and gynecology because he liked the continuity of care similar to family practice combined with the ability to do surgery and handle emergencies. Dr. Murphy's favorite parts of his job are varied. He loves delivering babies, as well as performing gynecologic surgery to treat abnormal bleeding, both of which he knows has large effects on his patients' lives. Outside of work, Dr. Murphy's four children keep him very busy. He coaches them in youth sports and plays plenty of sports with them as well. They also enjoy playing board games, hiking and having their friends over.

Biography: Dr. Mitchell Spahn, MD is an Obstetrics /amp Gynecology Specialist who practices in Charlotte, NC. He is 64 years old. Dr. Mitchell Spahn, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Jessica Rhodes, DO is an Obstetrics /amp Gynecology Specialist who practices in Mooresville, NC. She is 38 years old and has been practicing for 11 years. Dr. Jessica Rhodes, DO is affiliated with Novant Health Huntersville Outpatient Surgery.

Biography: Dr. Tiffani Jones was born and raised in Pontiac, Michigan. Dr. Jones decided to pursue obstetrics and gynecology because she enjoys the complexity of taking care of women and loves the joy of new life in obstetrics. She specializes in fibroids, adolescents, obesity, minimally invasive surgical procedures and office surgical procedures. \n Outside of the office, Tiffani enjoys traveling, golfing, shopping, running and spending time with her husband, Thaddeus, their daughter Gavyn and son, Greyson. She also enjoys participating in community outreach programs, speaking at events educating the public on women's health and wellness and participating in the Queen City's medical and social communities.

Biography: Dr. David McAlpine, MD is an Obstetrics /amp Gynecology Specialist who practices in Charlotte, NC. He is 63 years old. Dr. David McAlpine, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Navin Bhojwani, MD is an Obstetrics /amp Gynecology Specialist who practices in Charlotte, NC. He is 53 years old and has been practicing for 27 years. Dr. Navin Bhojwani, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Simon Ward III, MD is an Obstetrics /amp Gynecology Specialist who practices in Charlotte, NC. He is 72 years old. Dr. Simon Ward III, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Ballantyne Medical Center.

Biography: Growing up I knew I wanted to be part of a profession that gave me a strong sense of purpose and allowed me an opportunity to have a positive and meaningful impact on the lives of others. One of the best places to do that is in the fight against cancer; and one of the best ways to help cancer patients is to involve them in the decisions surrounding their care. \n I take time to help my patients understand their options for getting a diagnosis and treatment for their illness. While being diagnosed with cancer is never easy, my experience has been that patients find this approach empowering and helpful. My 13 years of medical training prepared me well for this educational aspect of my job. \n A great physician is one who continues learning. I accomplish this as a member of the National Gynecological Association and through clinical research. My interest in research started during my fellowship training, when I was awarded grants for ovarian cancer research. Since then, I have logged considerable hours in the lab, researching ovarian cancer vaccines and immunotherapy. I also continue to publish clinical research on ovarian and uterine cancer treatments and outcomes. \n A native of Britain, I moved to Chapel Hill at an early age. I now live in Charlotte with my wife and dog "Moose." My wife and I love playing soccer, spending time with family and friends and working on our house. We also enjoy hiking, particularly when we can do that in Scotland.

Biography: Dr. Margaret Dutton, MD is an Obstetrics /amp Gynecology Specialist who practices in Huntersville, NC. She is 57 years old and has been practicing for 21 years. Dr. Margaret Dutton, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Thor Svendsen, MD is an Obstetrics /amp Gynecology Specialist who practices in Charlotte, NC. He is 64 years old and has been practicing for 33 years. Dr. Thor Svendsen, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Ballantyne Medical Center.