Obstetrics

Dr. Alec Sunyecz is originally from Uniontown, Pennsylvania. He earned an undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering from The Ohio State University and went on to receive his medical degree from West Virginia University. He completed his OB/GYN residency training at OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital, where he developed a strong interest in robotic and minimally invasive surgical techniques.

Dr. Sunyecz enjoys all aspects of women’s health, from contraceptive counseling to high-risk pregnancies. He has a particular passion for conditions such as abnormal uterine bleeding, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, and infertility. He is dedicated to providing personalized, compassionate care that empowers women through every stage of life.

I was born in Los Angeles, CA. Prior to becoming an OBGYN, I received my undergraduate degree from Williams College and my M.D. degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine. I remained at Georgetown for my OBGYN residency training. Before becoming an OB Hospitalist at Shady Grove Medical Center (SGMC) in 2015, I was in private practice in Northern Virginia for 25 years. I was a Governor-appointed Member of the Virginia Board of Medicine from 2004-2013 and served as its President from 2009-2010. I am currently proud to serve as a Member of the SGMC Medical Executive Committee. I was honored to be awarded the SGMC Physician RISES Award in 2018. This award is given biannually to the physician who exemplifies the hospital’s values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship. When away from work, I enjoy traveling, taking long walks with friends and family, and spending time with my husband and two adult daughters.

Dr. Lima Redhead is a compassionate, service-driven women’s health professional. She is a practicing OBGYN at Simmonds, Martin, and Helmbrecht’s Rockville, MD, location. The youngest of eight children, Dr. Redhead was born and raised in Trinidad and Tobago before coming to the US for university. She obtained her undergraduate degree from Towson University while living in Baltimore. After medical school at Meharry Medical College in Nashville and residency at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, Dr. Redhead spent 14 years working with under-served families in the Chicago suburbs. Having recently returned to Maryland, Dr. Redhead is thrilled to be closer to family while continuing to do the work she loves.

Amy Olsson, MSN, CNM is a certified nurse-midwife practicing at Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht OBGYN, in Frederick, MD. She is committed to educating and empowering her patients. Her services include pregnancy and midwifery care.

Nancy Retter, CNM is a certified nurse-midwife practicing at the Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht OBGYN office in Frederick, MD, an Advantia Health practice. Nancy cares for women of all ages and life stages. Her services include pregnancy care, midwifery care, gynecology, birth control, long-term birth control such as IUDs, and contraception counseling.

Sherene Lynnell Broome, MSN, CNM is a certified nurse-midwife practicing at Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht OBGYN. Her office is located in Frederick, MD. Sherene's services include pregnancy and midwifery care, and she is committed to supporting a woman through every stage of life.

Sumayya Sulaiman, CNM, completed her Nurse-Midwifery education at Frontier Nursing University after earning her nursing degree from George Mason University.

In addition to her clinical work, Sumayya serves as a scholarship coordinator and faculty member at Mercy In Action College of Midwifery. In this role, she supports students in maintaining scholarship eligibility by monitoring academic progress, ensuring compliance with program requirements, and collaborating with faculty on curriculum development and implementation.

Sumayya is committed to providing respectful, patient-centered maternity care. She strives to create a safe and inclusive environment where every patient feels valued, heard, and empowered in their care. Her approach is grounded in evidence-based practice and a deep respect for the diverse experiences of the families she serves.

She is passionate about supporting informed decision-making, building trusting relationships, and delivering culturally sensitive, inclusive care across the full spectrum of reproductive health, from preconception through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and beyond.

In her free time, Sumayya enjoys learning Arabic, playing chess, caring for her plants, and spending time with her loved ones.

Sumayya joins the Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht team June 15 and looks forward to caring for our community.

Theresa D. Poepperling, MSN, CNM is a certified nurse-midwife practicing at the Frederick, MD, Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht OBGYN location. With services that include pregnancy care, midwifery care, gynecology, birth control, long-term birth control such as IUDs, and contraception counseling, Theresa cares for women of throughout every stage of their healthcare journey.

Nicole Budd, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a clinical focus in women’s health and OB/GYN care. She provides compassionate, evidence-based care for women across all stages of life, including comprehensive well-woman exams, contraceptive counseling, prenatal and postpartum care, and menopause management.

Nicole completed her Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner program at Chamberlain University and brings a strong background in critical care, perioperative nursing, and trauma-informed patient care. Her clinical training includes hands-on experience in OB/GYN, primary care, and pediatrics, where she developed advanced skills in preventive care, patient education, and women’s health procedures.

Prior to nursing, Nicole earned her bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, which helped shape her holistic approach to patient care. She is passionate about the mind-body connection and emphasizes wellness through exercise, nutrition, preventive care, and healthy lifestyle habits.

Nicole is experienced in evaluating and treating a wide range of gynecologic concerns, including abnormal uterine bleeding, PCOS, pelvic pain, vaginitis, urinary concerns, and STIs. She is committed to creating a supportive, respectful environment where patients feel heard, informed, and empowered in their healthcare decisions.

An active member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society, Nicole remains committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based care. She also maintains certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).

She strives to create a supportive, respectful environment where patients feel heard, informed, and empowered in their healthcare decisions.

Nicole joins the Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht care team June 30.

Van-Ess Anane is a board-certified Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner focused on delivering evidence-based care that prioritizes each patient’s unique needs and goals. Van-Ess earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2018 and her Doctorate of Nursing Practice in 2025 from Rutgers University.

Throughout her nursing career, Van-Ess has gained diverse clinical experience across inpatient medical-surgical units, postoperative gynecologic care, outpatient hematology infusion settings, and inpatient eating disorder and psychiatric units. This broad background has shaped her well-rounded and compassionate approach to patient care.

Van-Ess has clinical experience in gynecology, prenatal and postpartum care, and primary care, with a strong focus on preventive health, reproductive health, and the management of both acute and chronic gynecologic conditions. Her philosophy of care centers on building genuine, trusting relationships with her patients.

In her free time, Van-Ess enjoys reading, traveling, exploring new restaurants, and spending time with friends and family.

Van-Ess joins the Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht team on June 15 and looks forward to serving our community.