Our Medical Team


Dominion Women’s Health, leader of OB/GYN in Richmond, proudly serves the communities of Mechanicsville, Richmond’s West End, Midlothian, and Tappahannock Region of Virginia. No matter which location you choose, you’ll find a special team of skilled, attentive professionals to care for you and work with you to ensure you get the highest quality care and service.

We offer four easy-to reach office locations and our physicians are affiliated with five excellent hospitals that serve our communities.

Our Team


Danny Shaban, MD Board-certified OB/GYN & Laparoscopic Surgeon

“What I find most gratifying about my work is the continuity of care I’m able to provide.”

Born and raised in Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Shaban is the Founder and President of Dominion Women’s Health. A Board-certified OB/GYN, he’s also the Director of Minimally Invasive Robotic Surgery for Intuitive Surgical Epicenter, and the Director of Richmond’s Epicenter training for Robotic Surgery nationally.  Read more about Dr. Danny Shaban



Thomas Mead, MD Board-certified OB/GYN & Laparoscopic Surgeon

“I am committed to providing the highest level of patient care combined with a “common sense” approach to modern medicine.”

Dr. Mead is a Board-certified OB/GYN and a Fellow of The American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology. In 2003, he joined Dr. Shaban at Dominion Women’s Health after spending two and half years in Wellsville, NY where he chaired the hospital’s OB/GYN department. While there, he earned their prestigious Compassionate Physician Award two years in a row. Read more about Dr. Thomas Mead.



Bialines Espinosa, MD Board-certified OB/GYN & Laparoscopic Surgeon

“I believe in giving my patients the highest quality of care and have a special interest in caring for the healthcare needs of diverse backgrounds.”

Dr. Espinosa is a Board-certified OB/GYN. He joined Dominion Women’s Health in 2004. As a native of the Dominican Republic, Dr. Espinosa is fluent in spanish and enjoys working with individuals with divers backgrounds. Cuidados prenatales y ginecologicos.  Read more about Dr. Bialines Espinosa.



Raymonda Barbour Ryce, MD  Board-certified OB/GYN & Laparoscopic Surgeon

“I believe in giving my patients compassionate care that’s focused on wellness education and a high level of doctor-patient interaction.”

A native of Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Raymonda Barbour Ryce, has returned to our area after completing her medical training and enlistment in the Armed Forces. She is a Board-certified, fellowship-trained OB/GYN, offering the full spectrum of women’s healthcare. A veteran of Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan, Dr. Ryce completed her service in the Army as an OB/Gyn. During her residency at Franklin Square Hospital Center in Baltimore, Maryland, she was a chief resident, recognized for excellence in teaching, and for her research in obstetrics. Read more about Dr. Raymonda Ryce.





Claire E. Murphy BSN, MSN, WHNP

Certified Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner



Colene Smith, FNP-BC Family Nurse Practitioner

“As a mother of 3 girls, I am passionate about educating women from adolescents through menopause on prevention & healthy living.”

A native of Boston and 20 year resident of Richmond, Colene graduate as a Nurse Practitioner after 20 years as a RN. She is excited to help women with gynecological & obstetric needs.Read more about Colene Smith, FNP.



Your Care Team

In addition to our physicians and nurse practitioners specializing in gynecology and obstetrics, your Dominion Women’s Health care team also includes experienced nurses and  sonographers. And, you have the support of a team of office pros who greet you when you arrive, schedule your appointments, and help coordinate your services. Working behind the scenes are knowledgeable professionals from those who manage your medical records securely to our associates who work with your insurance plans.

Proudly Serving

We are proud to serve surrounding areas of Richmond with our 4 convenient locations which means there is an office close to you.  If you live in Richmond, Henrico, Wyndham or Short Pump, visit us at our West End office near Henrico Doctor’s Hospital.  For areas south of the river including Chesterfield, Powhatan, Midlothian, Bon Air & Brandermill neighborhoods, our southside location is located off of 288 across from Westchester Commons.  North of Richmond such as Glen Allen, Ashland, King William, and Sandston will find our Mechanicsville office closest across from Bon Secours Memorial Regional Hospital.  Our Saint Stephens Church office will be the perfect choice if you live in the Northern Neck region near Tappahannock.

We have four convenient locations to serve you. As a leader in women’s health providers in Richmond, Virginia, our locations span a broad area covering Mechanicsville, Richmond’s West End (Henrico), Midlothian, and Tappahannock Region.

New patients & urgent appointments are seen within 48 hours with the first available physician, certified nurse midwife, physician assistant or nurse practitioner. However, same day appointments may be available. For immediate appointments, please call so we can arrange a time that works for you. You may also schedule appointments through your individualized patient portal. Our office hours are from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Our last appointment for the day is 4:15 pm. Some locations may have different appointment hours.

Hospital Affiliations

Our physicians are affiliated with Memorial Regional Medical Center, Henrico Doctors’ Hospital, St. Mary’s Hospital, St. Francis Medical Center, and Johnston-Willis Hospital.

Mechanicsville
804.730.0800

Dominion Medical Park
8239 Meadowbridge Rd.,     Suite A
Mechanicsville, VA 23116

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West End
804.288.1106

Forest Medical Plaza
7611 Forest Ave.,                   Suite 310
Henrico, VA 23229

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Midlothian
804.464.2453

611 Watkins Center Parkway,   Suite 220
Midlothian, VA 23114

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St.Stephen’s Church
804.730.0800

142 Smithfield Road
Saint Stephens Church, VA 23148

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