Providers

Meet the experienced women’s health providers at Capital Area OB/GYN serving Raleigh and Cary. Our team is dedicated to delivering compassionate, personalized OB/GYN care for women through every stage of life.

Capital Area OBGYN provider in professional headshot, offering women’s health care in Raleigh and Cary

Michael F Buckley, M.D.

I moved to North Carolina from Sea Girt, New Jersey, to attend North Carolina State University. Since then, North Carolina has truly become home, and over the years, I’ve embraced the community and lifestyle here. I enjoy sweet tea and BBQ, though I still miss a good deli and authentic New York pizza.

My wife, Cristin, and I have four children: Evan, Julia, Tyler, and Graham. Outside of work, I enjoy surfing, skiing, hiking, attending concerts, and traveling.

I practice general OB/GYN care and treat conditions including menstrual disorders, infertility, pelvic pain, and menopausal concerns. I also have a special interest in minimally invasive procedures such as hysteroscopy and laparoscopy. I am always welcoming new patients.

Katherine E Barrett, M.D.

I am a Raleigh native and completed my undergraduate degree at UNC Chapel Hill, where I graduated with distinction and was elected to the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society.

I earned my medical degree from the UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine and completed my residency in obstetrics and gynecology within the UNC Hospital system.

My husband, Thomas, and I have two daughters. Outside the office, I enjoy reading, spending time outdoors, caring for our dogs, and being a mom.

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Katherine E Barrett, M.D.

I am a native of Raleigh, North Carolina. I completed my undergraduate degree at UNC Chapel Hill. I graduated with distinction and was elected to the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society.

I completed my medical degree at UNC Chapel Hill’s School of Medicine and fulfilled my residency in obstetrics and gynecology in the UNC Hospital system.

My husband, Thomas, and I have two daughters. I enjoy reading, outdoor activities, my dogs, and being a mom.

OBGYN specialist Capital Area OBGYN, serving Raleigh and Cary.

Christin N Richardson , M.D.

I have practiced OB-GYN in Raleigh for more than 20 years and feel fortunate to be part of the UNC Rex Hospital community. Originally from New Bern, North Carolina, I attended Duke University for undergraduate studies before earning my medical degree from UNC Chapel Hill. I later completed my OB-GYN residency at UC San Diego. Although I enjoyed the beaches and sunshine of California, I eventually returned home to North Carolina to join the Capital Area OB/GYN family.

I truly enjoy caring for women through every stage of life. Whether helping patients through pregnancy and postpartum care, managing menopause symptoms, or providing preventive women’s health services, I value building long-term relationships with my patients. Outside the office, I enjoy reading, relaxing at the beach, and spending time with my husband, Jason, our two teenage daughters, and our Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Lola.

Paige L Jennings, M.D.

I grew up in the Triangle area and earned my undergraduate degree from North Carolina State University. I completed medical school at UNC Chapel Hill and finished my OB/GYN residency at The Ohio State University.

In 2006, I returned to Raleigh to join Capital Area OB/GYN. Having my family nearby and enjoying warmer weather made the move an easy decision. Since then, I have been grateful to work alongside such an incredible team of physicians and staff.

Over the past twenty years, I have enjoyed caring for women throughout all stages of life. I provide care for pregnancy, abnormal bleeding, menstrual irregularities, contraception, fertility concerns, menopause, and pelvic pain. I believe in listening closely to my patients and creating personalized treatment plans that support their unique needs. Preventive care is especially meaningful to me.

Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my husband and children, playing tennis, watching my kids play softball and baseball games, and listening to history podcasts.

OBGYN female specialist Capital Area OBGYN, serving Raleigh and Cary.

Paige L Jennings, M.D.

I grew up in the triangle area and received my undergraduate degree from North Carolina State University. I went on to do my medical training at UNC – Chapel Hill and completed Ob/Gyn residency at The Ohio State University. With all of my immediate family still living in Cary and the lure of warmer weather, I moved back to Raleigh to join Capital Area Ob/Gyn in 2006. I have been blessed to work with this wonderful group of doctors and staff ever since. Over the past twenty years, I have enjoyed taking care of patients throughout all stages of life. I love delivering babies and taking care of their moms. I treat abnormal bleeding, menstrual irregularity, contraception needs, fertility concerns, menopause disorders, and pelvic pain. By listening closely to my patient’s concerns, I strive to provide individual-centered care and tailor a treatment plan to their unique needs. I find preventive care particularly rewarding. Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my husband and kids who keep me busy and thoroughly challenged. I love playing tennis, watching my kids play softball/baseball, and listening to a good history podcast.
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Claire E Sellers, M.D.

I joined Capital Area OB/GYN in 2015 after completing my residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Texas at Austin. After spending much of my childhood moving throughout the western United States, I attended Texas Christian University for undergraduate studies and later earned my medical degree from Texas Tech University. After 12 years in Texas, my husband, Josh, and I relocated to Raleigh to be closer to extended family.

We now have two energetic toddlers, along with a dog and cat who patiently tolerate toddler life. In my free time, I enjoy running, reading, attending concerts, crafting, and traveling. One of the most rewarding parts of my career is helping patients achieve their personal health goals. Whether those goals involve pregnancy, contraception, menstrual management, or pelvic pain relief, I strive to educate and collaborate with every patient to determine the best individualized care plan. I practice general obstetrics and gynecology with special interests in minimally invasive surgery, sexual health, perimenopause, menopause, and reproductive autonomy.

Jyothi Nannapaneni, M.D.

After graduating with honors from Gandhi Medical College in India, I moved to Philadelphia to complete my residency training at Albert Einstein Medical Center. During residency, I received both the Best Resident Award and the Nurses’ Award.

Before moving to Raleigh in 2016, I spent eight years practicing academic medicine in New York City. During that time, I also served as Medical Director of the federally qualified health center at NYU Lutheran Medical Center in Brooklyn.

I was thrilled to join Capital Area OB-GYN after working closely with the group for more than two years as a Rex Hospital OB hospitalist.

Since childhood, I have been inspired by the joy that childbirth brings to families. I love supporting women and their families throughout pregnancy and beyond while making a meaningful impact on their lives and health.

My husband, Sanjay, and I have one daughter, Tulasi. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family, traveling, hiking, biking, watching movies, and learning languages.

In addition to English, I am fluent in Telugu and Hindi and familiar with Spanish.

Provider headshot representing the Capital Area OBGYN women’s health team in Raleigh

Jyothi Nannapaneni, M.D.

After graduating from medical school at Gandhi Medical College in India with honors, I moved to Philadelphia for residency training. I completed my residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center, having received the Best Resident and Nurses’ Awards.

I was in academic practice in New York City for eight years which included medical directorship of the federally-qualified health center at NYU Lutheran Medical Center in Brooklyn for three years. I have called Raleigh home since 2016. I am elated to have joined Capital Area OB-GYN having worked closely with the wonderful group members for over 2 years as a Rex Hospital OB hospitalist.
Ever since my childhood, I have been mesmerized by the joy childbirth brings to eager parents and families. I love helping moms and families who are going through this wonderful journey. I appreciate having an opportunity to impact every woman and her family in a meaningful, purposeful manner.

My husband, Sanjay, and I have one daughter, Tulasi. I enjoy spending my time with family, being a mom, traveling, watching movies, hiking, and biking.

Other than English, I’m fluent in Telugu and Hindi. I am also quite familiar with Spanish. I love learning new languages, and I hope to learn French one day!

Female provider headshot representing the Capital Area OBGYN women’s health team in Raleigh

Samantha Mandel, D.O.

Raised in North Carolina, I joined Capital Area OB/GYN in 2022 after completing my residency at East Carolina University.

Before residency, I attended the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed my undergraduate degree at East Carolina University.

I provide full-spectrum obstetric and gynecologic care with special interests in robotic surgery, contraception, fertility care, and menopause management. I am also a member of The Menopause Society.

Outside of work, I enjoy gardening and spending time with my husband and children. We also love exploring Raleigh’s museums and local restaurants.

Ann Reaves, M.D.

I grew up in North Carolina on my family’s tree farm in Kittrell. After attending NC State University for undergraduate studies, I completed medical school at the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University and OB/GYN residency training in Wilmington, North Carolina.

I am excited to return to the Triangle and join Capital Area OB/GYN.

I provide full-spectrum obstetric and gynecologic care for women in every phase of life. I especially value helping patients through pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum care. During residency, I was honored to receive an award for Excellence in Obstetrics.

My additional interests include adolescent care, contraceptive management, preventive care, and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery.

Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my husband and son, exploring the outdoors, reading, cooking, and trying new restaurants.

Julianna Cervino, M.D.

I spent my childhood moving throughout the East Coast and Midwest before attending the University of South Carolina for college (go gamecocks!).

I later moved to Philadelphia to attend medical school at Drexel University College of Medicine and completed my OB/GYN residency at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island.

My husband, Jim, and I now live in Raleigh with our Bernese Mountain Dog, Coconut. We enjoy trying new restaurants, taking beach vacations, and cheering on our favorite sports teams.

Being an OB/GYN is truly my dream job. I love building long-term relationships with my patients and helping women navigate every stage of life.

I practice general obstetrics and gynecology with particular interests in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, contraceptive counseling, and labor management.

Maggie T Darst, N.P.

I am a certified women’s health nurse practitioner with undergraduate degrees from Auburn University and Belmont University. I completed my graduate nursing coursework at Vanderbilt University in 2008.

I joined Capital Area OB/GYN in 2013 and provide in-office obstetrical and gynecologic care.

Originally from Nashville, Tennessee, I moved to Raleigh in 2009. My husband, Michael, and I have three daughters. Outside of work, I enjoy traveling and spending time with my family.

 

 

OBGYN specialist in white coat at Capital Area OBGYN, serving Raleigh and Cary

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“Had such great experience throughout my pregnancy journey. Dr. Nannapaneni provides such great care and answers all questions with so much patience and care. So knowledgeable and gives a mother so much comfort to sail through the journey with ease. Will definitely refer her to friends and family. Thank you!”

– Current Patient