Dr. Charity O. Uhunmwangho

Name: Dr. Charity O. Uhunmwangho

Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology | Subspecialty: General Obstetrics & Gynecology

Qualification/Board Certification: MD – University of Benin Faculty of Medicine | Residency – Rutgers Health/New Jersey Medical School | Active GA State Medical License (through 2027)

Affiliation(s): Georgia Women’s Health Center LLC | Doctors Hospital of Augusta | Piedmont Augusta Hospital

Location: Augusta, Georgia

Languages Spoken: English

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: 1326210493

About the Doctor

Dr. Charity O. Uhunmwangho is a dedicated and compassionate obstetrician-gynecologist with more than two decades of experience providing exceptional women’s health care in Augusta, Georgia. He earned his medical degree from the University of Benin Faculty of Medicine and subsequently completed his residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Rutgers Health/New Jersey Medical School from 2004 to 2008, receiving comprehensive training in both surgical and clinical aspects of women’s reproductive health.

Dr. Uhunmwangho practices at Georgia Women’s Health Center LLC, where he has built a strong reputation for delivering attentive, thorough, and personalized OB-GYN care. He is affiliated with two of Augusta’s prominent medical facilities — Doctors Hospital of Augusta and Piedmont Augusta Hospital, ranked #15 in Georgia — ensuring his patients have access to high-quality inpatient and surgical care when needed. His particular expertise in hysterectomy and obstetrical procedures, combined with his warm bedside manner and confidence-inspiring approach, has earned him a perfect 5 out of 5 patient rating. Patients and staff alike are consistently described as courteous, professional, and caring. He holds an active Georgia State Medical License through 2027, accepts Medicaid and a broad range of commercial insurance plans, and is currently welcoming new patients.

• Over 20 years of OB-GYN clinical and surgical experience
• MD from University of Benin Faculty of Medicine
• Residency trained at Rutgers Health/New Jersey Medical School
• Special expertise in hysterectomy and obstetrical care
• Affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital, ranked #15 in Georgia
• Perfect 5/5 patient rating
• Accepts Medicaid and multiple major insurance carriers
• Currently accepting new patients

Education & Training

• Medical School: University of Benin Faculty of Medicine – MD
• Residency: Obstetrics and Gynecology, Rutgers Health/New Jersey Medical School (2004–2008)
• Fellowship/Additional Training: General Obstetrics & Gynecology subspecialty focus

Medical Conditions Treated

• Uterine fibroids requiring hysterectomy
• Endometriosis
• Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
• Menopause and perimenopausal symptoms
• Abnormal uterine bleeding
• Ovarian cysts and pelvic masses
• Cervical dysplasia and abnormal Pap smear results
• Pelvic inflammatory disease
• Vaginal infections and sexually transmitted infections
• Gestational diabetes and pregnancy complications
• High-risk and routine pregnancies
• Urinary incontinence and pelvic floor disorders
• Gynecological cancers (cervical, ovarian, uterine)
• Prenatal and postpartum complications

Medical Procedures Performed

• Hysterectomy (vaginal, abdominal, and minimally invasive)
• Cesarean and vaginal deliveries
• Prenatal care and fetal monitoring
• Pap smears and cervical cancer screenings
• Colposcopy and cervical biopsies
• Laparoscopic gynecological surgery
• Ovarian cyst removal
• IUD and contraceptive device insertion and removal
• Endometrial ablation
• Pelvic floor repair and incontinence procedures
• Myomectomy for fibroid removal
• Postpartum care and management
• Gynecological cancer evaluations and referrals

Services Offered

Dr. Uhunmwangho offers a comprehensive range of obstetric and gynecological services at Georgia Women’s Health Center LLC, providing women with expert care at every stage of life — from adolescence and reproductive years through menopause and beyond. His practice is grounded in a patient-centered philosophy that prioritizes thorough evaluations, clear communication, and a caring approach that consistently earns the trust and confidence of his patients. Whether managing a routine pregnancy, performing complex gynecological surgery, or providing ongoing management for chronic conditions, Dr. Uhunmwangho brings over 20 years of expertise and genuine dedication to every patient encounter.

His services include:

• Prenatal & Obstetric Care – comprehensive pregnancy management from early prenatal visits through labor, delivery, and postpartum recovery
• Labor & Delivery Services – experienced management of both vaginal and cesarean deliveries with attentive maternal and fetal monitoring
• Hysterectomy & Surgical Gynecology – expert surgical care including minimally invasive, vaginal, and abdominal hysterectomy procedures
• Routine Gynecological Exams – annual wellness visits, Pap smears, pelvic exams, and preventive screenings
• Chronic Condition Management – ongoing care for endometriosis, PCOS, uterine fibroids, and abnormal bleeding
• Menopause Management – individualized hormone therapy and symptom relief for perimenopausal and menopausal women
• Gynecological Cancer Screening & Referral – cervical, ovarian, and uterine cancer screenings with coordinated specialist referrals
• Family Planning & Contraception – comprehensive counseling and procedures including IUD placement and contraceptive management
• Pelvic Floor & Incontinence Care – evaluation and surgical or non-surgical treatment of pelvic floor disorders
• High-Risk Pregnancy Management – specialized monitoring and care for complex or high-risk pregnancies
• Medicaid-Accessible Women’s Health Care – broad insurance acceptance ensuring all women have access to quality OB-GYN services

Accepted Insurances

• Alliant Health Plans (EPO)
• Amerihealth Caritas (Medicaid)
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Medicare, PPO)
• Cigna (PPO)
• Elevance (HMO, Medicaid, POS, PPO)
• Humana (Medicare, PPO)
• Molina (HMO, Medicaid, Medicare)
• United Healthcare (HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

Please contact the practice directly at (706) 860-3681 to confirm your specific plan is currently accepted.

Practice Locations

Location 1 Address: 1215 George C. Wilson Dr, Suite B3, Augusta, GA 30909 Phone: (706) 860-3681

Hospital Affiliations

• Doctors Hospital of Augusta – Augusta, GA
• Piedmont Augusta Hospital – Augusta, GA (Ranked #15 in Georgia)