Community based healthcare

We know the latest technology cannot replace the understanding and intuition of a conscientious, empathetic practitioner. We are small enough to remember you by name and give you personal attention, but large enough to offer the most advanced medical technology...backed with years of experience! 

Navigating women's wellness together

Compassionate care

Receive compassionate care that goes beyond medical expertise, ensuring you feel welcomed, supported, and understood throughout your wellness journey.

Personalized solutions

Experience tailored solutions crafted uniquely for you, as our team invests time in comprehending your distinct needs, lifestyle, and health aspirations.

Community connection

Join a supportive community where your well-being is prioritized, fostering a sense of belonging and empowerment throughout your health journey.

Meet your care team

Robert S. Wool, M.D.

Dr. Wool, a graduate of Bowman Gray School of Medicine, is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He has practiced in Westfield since 1988 and currently serves on the medical staffs of Baystate Noble Hospital, Mercy Medical Center, and Baystate Medical Center, with special interests in bone health and menopausal medicine.

Stephanie Otts, PA-C

Stephanie Ott, a compassionate physician assistant, joined Women’s Health Associates in 2023. Advocating for her patients, she values compassion, respect, and attentiveness in building relationships. Originally from Germany, Ms. Ott enjoys outdoor activities with her family and traveling to Europe.

Kayla Mailloux, PA-C

Kayla is a Physician Assistant specializing in Obstetrics and Gynecology. She earned her Master's in Physician Assistant Studies from Westfield State University in 2019 and spent five years in urology before transitioning to OB/GYN in 2024. Known for her compassionate approach, she is dedicated to providing exceptional women's healthcare and creating a supportive environment for all her patients.

Marianne Welch

our Sonographer, was born and raised in New England. She trained in Boston, and is thrilled to be back in Western Mass. She has a passion for Ultrasound, and is excited to be working in a small family oriented practice where she can provide excellent care and still be able to enjoy this beautiful neck of the woods with her dogs and children.

Zeus and Rico

Zeus, born on August 21, 2017, during the solar eclipse, has been an Emotional Support Counselor at Women's Health Associates since 2018, offering comfort and joy to all. Rico, born on Valentine’s Day 2022, is all about love and laughter, bringing comic relief wherever he goes. Together, they spread happiness and support to everyone they meet.

Meet your care team

Robert S. Wool, M.D.

Stephanie Otts, PA-C

Kayla Mailloux, PA-C

Marianne Welch

Zeus and Rico

Women's resources

Looking for more women's health insights?

Frank Talk: Sex in Menopause

Let’s face it: while it seems simple on the surface, sex can be complicated. And for most people, sex changes over time—in terms of frequency, desire, pleasure and more—with ebbs and flows due to many factors beyond what actually happens in the bedroom. There are also changes that occur in women’s bodies and lives as they age, but that doesn’t have to mean an end to intimacy. Sex in menopause is not only still possible, but can actually become better.

The ABCs (Plus Folic Acid, Iron and More) in Prenatal Vitamins

A nutritious diet is always recommended for optimal health, but it’s even more important when you’re pregnant. For many women, however, it’s not always possible or easy to get enough of what you and your growing baby need from food alone. In this blog, we discuss the essential role prenatal vitamins, including folic acid, iron and more, play in a healthy pregnancy.

Take It Slow: Recovering from a C-Section

Everyone’s childbirth experience is different, but they all require some level of recovery. If you are recovering from a C-section, also known as a Cesarean section, you’ll need to be especially patient as your body heals postpartum.

Create a checkup checklist for your next appointment

May 15 is National Women’s Checkup Day, which serves as an important reminder for women who are often taking care of children, parents and/or partners, that they also need to make time to care for themselves. Annual checkups can play a significant role in your overall health, especially because health care has become more personalized over the past few years.

Holidays can be difficult for those trying to get pregnant without success

The holidays are traditionally a time of joy, but for couples trying unsuccessfully to get pregnant, it can also be a time for uncomfortable queries and conversations. It often starts with that one well-intentioned, but often intrusive, question from family and friends: when are you going to have a baby? It’s a query that can bring unintended pain for those who have been trying, without success, to get pregnant.