Gynecology

ABOUT OUR PROVIDERS


Dr. Gayllyn Faust-Rakos

Board Certified Gynecologist

Gayllyn M. Faust-Rakos is a board certified Gynecologist that has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Faust-Rakos began her studies by earning two undergraduate degrees at Moravian College: a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, before going on to achieve her Doctor of Osteopathy at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Dr. Faust-Rakos trained as a resident at St. Luke’s Hospital in Allentown and earned the title of chief resident during her final year of training. Following her residency Dr. Faust-Rakos continued working for the St. Luke’s Physician group as an OB/GYN for 5 years. She has practiced at several different facilities for extended periods of time including A Women’s Place OB/GYN, Women’s Health Consultants of Lehigh Valley Women’s Cancer Center, and most recently, Coordinate Health.

Throughout her career Dr. Faust-Rakos gained professional memberships to three different osteopathic associations including AOA, POMA and ACOOG, as well as the International Society of Clinical Densitometry.

Appointment types offered by Dr. Faust-Rakos: Colposcopy, Endometrial Biopsy, Annual Gynecology, Follow-ups, IUD Consults, IUD Insertions: Kyleena and Paragard, Nexplanon,  LEEPs, Thermiva, O-Shot, New patient annuals and problems. 



Dr. Leslie Saltzman

Board Certified Internal Medicine

Leslie A. Saltzman, DO, MBA, is board certified in Internal Medicine. She completed her training at University of Pennsylvania’s Pennsylvania Hospital and also holds an MBA from NYU’s Stern School of Business. She co-founded Rittenhouse Women’s Wellness Center and served as Medical Director from 2008-2014. She has also held the position of Medical Director at Tandigm Health and Senior Medical Director at HealthReveal. She is currently Senior Director of Medicine at TrialSpark.



Dr. Maria Mazotti

Board Certified Family Medicine
Dr. Mazzotti CV

Maria Mazzotti, D.O., is a board certified physician with over 15 years of experience. Patients describe her as “caring, professional and compassionate.” Prior to joining our practice, she practiced at Penn Care’s Spruce Internal Medicine.

Dr. Mazzotti received her Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM). Between 1996 and 1997, she also held the position of Chief Resident of Family Medicine at PCOM. Her professional interests include: family medicine and community health.

Dr. Mazzotti is a member of the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians, American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Osteopathic Association. She currently resides in Philadelphia with her husband and children.




Alicia Loper

Board Certified Nurse Practitioner

Alicia C. Loper, MSN, CRNP has been practicing as a Nurse Practitioner for the past 8 years and prior to that she was a Registered Nurse for over 20 years. Alicia will help us to provide optimal medical care as an integral member of a primary care team due to her experience and stellar reputation.

As a registered nurse with outpatient experience in primary care, anticoagulation, and surgery, as well as inpatient experience in medical, surgical, and cardiac units, she holds a variety of skills that will be valuable to our practice and patients.

Alicia received her MSN in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care at LaSalle University. She earned her BSN at Temple University, and her ASN at Penn State University/Frankford Hospital School of Nursing. She describes herself as collaborative, flexible, and self-motivated; with a strong desire to provide optimal medical care as an integral member of a primary care team.



Katherine Stoudt

Board Certified Nurse Practitioner

Katherine Olmstead, MSN, CRNP, FNP-BC, is a highly accomplished Family Nurse Practitioner with advanced degrees from Thomas Jefferson University and a psychology background from Temple University. Her diverse clinical experience spans family practices, university health systems, and walk-in clinics, where she provides thoughtful, comprehensive care to patients of all ages.

Specializing in women’s health, Katherine is a certified menopause provider offering personalized consultations and expert guidance in hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Whether you’re seeking routine care, contraception, or support through the menopause transition, she delivers compassionate, evidence-based treatment tailored to your needs.

In addition to her clinical work, Katherine serves as adjunct faculty at Thomas Jefferson University and mentors aspiring healthcare professionals. Her active involvement in professional organizations reflects her commitment to excellence, education, and patient-centered care.



Carly Liberatore

Certified Physician Assistant

Carly Liberatore, PA-C is a certified Physician Assistant with a Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Thomas Jefferson University and a Bachelor of Science in Medical Diagnostics from the University of Delaware, where she graduated magna cum laude. Carly’s clinical expertise spans primary care with a strong focus on women’s health and holistic wellness, allowing her to effectively address a broad spectrum of health concerns, from managing chronic conditions to performing preventive care.

Her emphasis on women’s health and experience in routine gynecology, contraceptive care, and hormonal concerns allows Carly to provide tailored care to women at all stages of life. She is skilled in performing specialized procedures such as hyaluronic acid and platelet-rich plasma injections to promote healing and improve quality of life. As a certified yoga instructor, Carly integrates her knowledge of movement and mindfulness into her practice, supporting her patients in achieving both physical and emotional balance. She combines her medical expertise with her dedication to sustainable health practices, empowering her patients to achieve their long-term wellness goals through compassionate, patient-centered care.


A Note from RWWC

“Since our founding in 2008, our goal has been to provide primary care for women. Our team of physicians and nurse practitioners are dedicated to providing preventive care, diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic disease(s) and coordination of care with specialists.”

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