Julie Zemaitis DeCesare, MD
Program Director
Dr. DeCesare brings over 20 years of experience to West Florida GME in education in residency education. She is passionate about resident mentoring and career development and is a four-time winner of the CREOG National Excellence in Resident Education Award. She was also selected by ACOG District 12 as Mentor of the Year in 2014.
She is a patient and dedicated educator, who will spend the time to optimize a resident physician's skills and passions. Dr. DeCesare is a specialist in academic general obstetrics and gynecology and has a diverse skillset that includes vaginal surgery, robotic surgery as well as operative obstetrics. As an accomplished vaginal surgeon, she is passionate about ensuring that the next generation of pelvic surgeons is highly skilled.
Dawn Hannah, DO
Associate Program Director (Maternal-Fetal Medicine)
Dr. Hannah is a board certified maternal-fetal medicine specialist caring for patients in Pensacola, Florida. She completed her undergraduate education with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University of Miami and then went on to obtain her medical degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
She received her residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at Sacred Heart Hospital/Florida State University in Pensacola, Florida. After residency, she completed a fellowship in maternal-fetal medicine at Pinnacle Health Hospital/Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hannah is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and maternal-fetal medicine by the American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Gina Pearce, CNM
Ms. Pearce completed her midwifery training at the Medical University of South Carolina. She spent her early career in the United States Navy and taught obstetrics to family medicine residents. After retiring from active duty, she chose West Florida Hospice to practice obstetrics and has been in the Pensacola area for over 20 years. She plays an active role in teaching medical students and is looking forward to teaching residents.
Jason Gronert, MD, MBA
Dr. Gronert is a long-time Pensacola local. He completed his training at Sacred Heart in Pensacola and trained under Dr. DeCesare. Prior to becoming an obstetrician/gynecologist he received his MBA at Northeastern University in Boston and taught high school math before matriculating in medical school at Florida State University. Dr. Gronert has a passion for teaching and baseball.
Lisa Jaacks, MD, FACOG
Dr. Jaacks received both an undergraduate degree and a medical doctorate degree from the University of Creighton in Nebraska. Following a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Florida at Pensacola. Dr. Jaacks is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology, is a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics & Gynecology, and became board certified in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery in 2015.
Rachel Astles, MD
Dr. Astles received her undergraduate degree from the Univeristy of Pennsylvania and her medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Astles is a graduate of our inaugural class and joined our teaching team in August. She brings a strong passion for women's health and deep commitment to mentoring residents as they develop into skilled, compassionate physicians.
Polina Kelly, MD
Dr. Polina Kelly earned her undergraduate degree in human biology from the University of Virginia and her medical degree from the Virginia Commonwealth University. She completed her residency training at the University of Colorado. Dr. Kelly serves as our Assistant Program director and site director at our HCA Healthone Rose Medical rotation in Denver, Colorado.
Adelina Emmi, MD FACOG Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility
Dr Emmi completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at St. Joseph’s Hospital Cener in Paterson, NJ and her fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology & Fertility at Rutgers University. Dr. Emmi is a board-certified Reproductive Endocrinologist with over 20 years of experience delivering exceptional care in the field of infertility. Her distinguished career spans both academic medicine and private practice, reflecting a deep commitment to advancing reproductive healthcare.
In addition to her clinical expertise, Dr. Emmi is a dedicated educator who has earned multiple teaching awards and contributed extensively through service on medical and professional committees. Her patients benefit from her wealth of knowledge, proven leadership, and genuine compassion—hallmarks of more than two decades of excellence in reproductive medicine.
George Inge, MD, FACOG Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility
Dr. Inge earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Alabama School of Medicine in Birmingham and completed his Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at the renowned Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C. During his distinguished military career, he served as Chief Microsurgeon for Infertility Microsurgery and Chief of OB/GYN Services at the 130th Station Hospital in Heidelberg, Germany, achieving the rank of Major in the U.S. Army Medical Corps.
George Koulianos, MD, FACOG Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility
Dr. Koulianos earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School at Houston, completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Texas Tech Regional Academic Center, and went on to complete a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at Tulane Medical School and the University of South Alabama. Prior to founding CRM in 1993, he served as an Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of South Alabama. He is board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology, reflecting his commitment to clinical excellence and leadership in his field
Helen Toma, MD, MSPH
Dr. Toma is a board-eligible gynecologic oncologist who earned her medical degree from the University of North Carolina. She completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Christiana Care Health Services, followed by a fellowship in Gynecologic Oncology at Cooper University.
With a strong focus on the diagnosis and treatment of cancers affecting the female reproductive system, Dr. Toma specializes in advanced robotic-assisted, minimally invasive surgical techniques. She combines deep clinical expertise in women’s health with a dedicated commitment to comprehensive cancer care, while actively contributing to both clinical practice and research.