Christopher Ripperda, MD

Christopher Ripperda, M.D. is a member of Fort Worth Center for Pelvic Medicine, a part of Privia Medical Group – North Texas and brings his expertise in Female Pelvic and Reconstructive Surgery to the group.

Dr. Ripperda completed both his residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology and fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (Urogynecology) at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. During his training, he presented his research at national meetings and had several manuscripts published. He also was the recipient of the Best Basic Science Manuscript at the 2016 American Urogynecology Society national meeting in Denver, CO and his work was published in July in the journal Menopause.

His clinical interests include the treatment of overactive bladder, urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, fecal incontinence, urinary tract fistula, etc. Dr. Ripperda offers a variety of non-surgical and surgical options and tries to tailor his approach to the wishes and needs of each individual patient. His surgical interest includes vaginal, robotic, and abdominal surgery for the treatment of pelvic floor disorders with his goal to improve the quality of life for women.

Dr. Ripperda is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and board certified in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. His office is in the Fort Worth Center for Pelvic Medicine and he will be operating out of Baylor All-Saints Medical Center and Harris Southwest Hospital.  He welcomes any referrals.

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Meet Dr. Ripperda’s Nurse Practitioners

Urogynecology & Women’s Integrative Health Care Services

Crystal Holden, NP

Locations:
1250 8th Ave. Suite 330 Ft Worth, TX 76104
(817)-923-5559

134 El Chico Trail, Suite 103 Willow Park, TX 76087
(817)-441-1644

Crystal earned her Bachelor of Science in nursing from the University of Texas at Arlington. While working as a registered nurse for 8 years she found her passion in Women’s Health. Returning to UTA, she earned a Master of Science in nursing and has been certified through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.

Through her years of experience as a registered nurse, advance training as a Nurse Practitioner, and partnership with Dr. Ripperda, Crystal is committed to empowering women to make evidence-based, informed healthcare choices and providing them the tools to implement those decisions. A trusting relationship is critical to this process and Crystal is determined to develop this relationship with every patient.

Crystal lives in Aledo with her husband Allen and her two children Jaxon and Parker.  She enjoys movies, Elvis, Disney, target shooting, and the beach. Family quality time is extremely important. Crystal is actively involved in her church with Faith Community Nursing.

Natasha Rowel, NP

Locations:
1250 8th Ave. Suite 330 Ft Worth, TX 76104
(817)-923-5559

Pecan Plantation: 2800 Village Road Granbury, TX 76049
(817)-923-5559

Natasha is a native of New Orleans, LA. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Grambling State University in 2001. Natasha has 20 years of nursing experience. She graduated with her Master’s degree for FNP from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2018 and is board certified through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.

Her passion is women’s health and she strongly believes that our health is our wealth. Natasha is committed to promoting healthy outcomes for her patients by utilizing evidence based practices. She feels that empathy is important when managing patient care. She will listen and she will care.

Natasha resides in Burleson, Texas and she is a proud mother of 2 boys, Kingslee and Langston. She enjoys reading, hiking, and spending time with her devoted family.

Phone: 817-923-5559 – 1250 8th Avenue Suite 330 Fort Worth, 76104
Phone: – 1008 NE Big Bend Trail Suite 300 Glen Rose, 76043
Phone: (817)-441-1644 – 134 El Chico Trail 103 Willow Park, 76087
Phone: – Pecan Plantation: 2800 Village Road Granbury, 76049