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Megan C. Cheney, M.D., M.P.H.

  1. Gynecologist
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  1. Phoenix, Arizona

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Megan Cheney, M.D., M.P.H., is a board-certified medical gynecologist and clinical instructor at Mayo Clinic Arizona. She is also the Obstetrics and Gynecology Associate Clerkship Director for the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine Arizona.

Dr. Cheney completed residency at University of Arizona College of Medicine — Phoenix. She received her medical degree and master's in public health from University of Arizona College of Medicine — Tucson and her undergraduate degree from Washington University in St. Louis.

Dr. Cheney's clinical practice as medical gynecologist includes the treatment of abnormal uterine bleeding, endometrial polyps, postmenopausal bleeding, abnormal cervical cytology, ovarian cysts, and other gynecologic issues. She performs office procedures including intrauterine device placement and removal, Nexplanon insertion and removal, vulvar biopsy, colposcopy, LEEP, and hysteroscopy. She is passionate about helping women feel comfortable with sensitive discussions and exams. She was recognized in Phoenix Top Docs Magazine in 2019.

She is a native Phoenician and enjoys the warm weather and beauty of the Arizona desert. She enjoys cooking, baking, movies, board games, and spending time with her family.

  1. Bacterial vaginosis
  2. Bartholin cyst
  3. Breast cysts and lumps
  4. Breast pain
  5. Cervical dysplasia
  6. Cervical intraepithelial neoplasia grade 2
  7. Cervical intraepithelial neoplasia grade 3
  8. Hot flashes
  9. Infertility
  10. Lichen sclerosus
  11. Menopause
  12. Menstrual cramps
  13. Menstrual cycle conditions
  14. Ovarian cyst
  15. Painful intercourse
  16. Postmenopausal bleeding
  17. Sexually transmitted disease
  18. Uterine polyps
  19. Vaginitis
  20. Vulval irritation
  21. Vulvar disorder
  22. Yeast infection
  1. Cervical biopsy
  2. Colposcopy
  3. Contraceptive implant method
  4. Endometrial ablation
  5. Endometrial biopsy
  6. Hysteroscopy
  7. Intrauterine device method
  8. Loop electrosurgical excision procedure
  9. Vaginal biopsy
  10. Vulvar biopsy
  1. 2013
    Residency - Obstetrics and GynecologyBanner Good Samaritan Medical Center
  2. 2009
    MD - MedicineCollege of Medicine, University of Arizona
  3. 2009
    MPH - Public HealthMel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health, The University of Arizona
  4. 2004
    BA - SpanishWashington University

Certifications

  1. 2015
    Obstetrics & GynecologyAmerican Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Awards and honors

  1. 2023
    Poster Award RecipientAmerican Vein and Lymphatic Society
  2. 2015
    FellowAmerican College of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Professional memberships

  1. 2023 - present
    Physician ChampionGynecology Proactive Risk Assessment: Non-OR Procedural Pause Quality Initiative Project, Department of Medical and Surgical Gynecology, Mayo Clinic in Arizona
  2. 2023 - present
    Faculty AdvisorMedical Students for Choice Chapter, Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine - Arizona Campus
  3. 2023 - present
    Site LeadOBGYN Visiting Resident Rotation, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
  4. 2023 - present
    Oral ExaminerOral Board Examination Preparation, OBGYN Residents, University of Arizona
  5. 2023 - present
    Founder and Lead MediatorPatient Care Conference, Division of Medical Gynecology, Department of Medical and Surgical Gynecology
  6. 2023 - present
    Associate DirectorOBGYN Clerkship, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
  7. 2022 - 2023
    Physician Lead/ChampionInNote Rollout, Women's Health Governance Sub-Committee, Banner University Medical Group
  8. 2022
    CollaboratorRoot Cause Analysis of Neonatal Death, Banner University Medical Center Tucson
  9. 2022 - 2023
    Elected MemberObstetrics Committee, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
  10. 2021 - 2022
    Medical DirectorJCAHO Site Visit, Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
  11. 2021
    AuthorAnnual Report Distributed Nationally to all OBGYN Residency Programs, Women's Institute, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  12. 2021
    ParticipantFaculty Retreat for Program Development, University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix
  13. 2021 - 2023
    MemberElectronic Medical Record Troubleshooting Workgroup, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
  14. 2021
    AuthorValue-Based Incentives, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
  15. 2021 - 2023
    Appointed MemberOBGYN Clinical Governance Committee, Banner Health Network
  16. 2021 - 2023
    AuthorAmbulatory Triage Clinical Protocols, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
  17. 2021 - 2023
    CollaboratorPerinatal Substance Use Disorder Intensive Outpatient Program, Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
  18. 2020 - 2021
    Deputy/Appointed MemberReturn-to-Work Clearance, Department of Occupational Health Services, Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
  19. 2019 - 2023
    Lead CoordinatorPilot Site, BabyScripts Implementation and Evaluation, Banner Health
  20. 2019 - 2021
    Co-ChairOutpatient Planning Committee, Substance Use Disorder Program, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  21. 2019 - 2023
    Founder and Program ChairSupportive Pregnancy Care National Collaborative Model of Ambulatory Sites across the United States for Providing Group Prenatal Care, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
  22. 2019
    ParticipantPatient Safety & Quality Improvement Faculty Leadership Course, Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
  23. 2018 - 2023
    MemberQuarterly Department Faculty Meeting with all Phoenix Programs, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Banner Health
  24. 2018
    Appointed ParticipantLeading Change Physician Summit, Banner Health Network
  25. 2018
    MemberBaby Scripts Planning Committee, Banner Health
  26. 2018
    Elected Co-ChairCulture Sub-Committee, Seamless Delivery of Care Committee, Banner Health Network
  27. 2017 - 2018
    FacilitatorMidwife Collaborative, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
  28. 2017 - 2018
    Appointed Member Representing Department of Obstetrics and GynecologyClinical Performance Committee, Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
  29. 2017 - 2018
    MemberSeamless Delivery of Care Committee, Banner Health Network
  30. 2017 - 2023
    Appointed MemberWomen and Infant Services Quality and Safety Council, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
  31. 2016 - 2018
    Oral ExaminerOral Board Examination Preparation, OBGYN Residents, University of Arizona
  32. 2016 - 2017
    Provider ChampionCerner Electronic Medical Record Transition, Banner University Medical Group
  33. 2016
    Poster JudgeAcademic Excellence Day, University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix
  34. 2015 - present
    FellowAmerican College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  35. 2015 - 2017
    MemberScholarship Committee, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
  36. 2014 - 2018
    Nexplanon TrainerNexplanon Resident Education, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
  37. 2014 - 2015
    Appointed MemberObstetrics Committee, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
  38. 2014
    AuthorOffice Protocol for On-Site Screening, Counseling, and Testing for Hereditary Cancer Syndromes, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
  39. 2014
    AuthorImproved Work-Flow for Back Office, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
  40. 2014
    AuthorOffice Protocols to Improve Capture of Meaningful Use Data, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
  41. 2014 - present
    MemberArizona Medical Association
  42. 2013 - 2022
    MemberClinical Competency Committee, Department of OBGYN, University of Arizona College of Medicine
  43. 2013 - 2023
    Appointed MemberAssistant Director Council, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
  44. 2001
    CoordinatorCoding Audit of Faculty Physicians, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Banner University Medical Center Phoenix

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