MEET OUR TEAM

Jason Helliwell, MD

FACOG, FACS. FAACS

Dr. Helliwell grew up in Thousand Oaks, California graduating from Thousand Oaks High School. He then attended the University of California, San Diego where he earned a B.S. Degree in biochemistry and cell biology. Dr. Helliwell speaks the Spanish language fluently. Enjoying activities such as surfing and hiking, Dr. Helliwell remained at UCSD obtaining his medical degree. Specializing in obstetrics and gynecology, Dr. Helliwell performed extensive research and internships, as well as publishing several articles in academic journals pertaining to the subject of OB/GYN. Dr. Helliwell has numerous publications in urogyecology and infertility and his interests are in urogynecology, infertility, and cosmetic surgery. In the field of cosmetic surgery he particularly has interest on body contouring and breast enhancement.

Dr. Helliwell's first two years of residency were at the world renown Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. He then decided to obtain valuable experience at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center for the remaining years of his residency.

After completing residency, Dr. Helliwell practiced with Kaiser Permanente and obtained his board certification in OB/GYN. Dr. Jason Helliwell is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. His wife, Siniva, is also an OB/GYN doctor here at Advanced Women's Health Center. Dr. Helliwell always wanted to start his own private practice where he could provide superior care to his patients with this goal in mind, he opened Bakersfield's Advanced Women's Health Center.

Professional Certifications:

• Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (FACOG), since 2006
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), since 2009
• Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (FAACS), since 2009

• Diplomat of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG)
• Diplomate of American Society of Cosmetic Breast Surgery

• Medical Board of California, Physician and Surgeon Licensure, Active Status
• Controlled Substance Registration Certificate, U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, Active Status

• Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, Torrance, CA, Specialty: OB/GYN Residency Program, PGY III – IV, 2001-2003
• Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, Specialty: OB/GYN Residency Program, PGY I – II, 1999-2001

• Award for excellence in cosmetic surgery education, 2010, awarded by American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
• Patient Choice Award, Vitals.com , 2008, 2009, 2010
• Chief Resident OB/GYN Research Award Harbor-UCLA, Recognizes Best Research Paper, Sponsored by Organon USA, 2003
• Award for “Special Excellence in Endoscopic Procedures” Given by the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists to a Chief Resident for Superior Laparoscopic Surgery Skills, Harbor-UCLA, 2003
• Val Davajan Fellow Award, Recognizes Excellence in Research, Pacific Coast Reproductive Society, 2003.
• Genesis Network for Reproductive Health, Scholarship Recipient, Pacific Coast Reproductive Society Annual Meeting, 2003.
• Resident Reporter Representative for Harbor-UCLA OB/GYN Residency Program, 50th Annual Meeting of the ACOG, Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories, 2002.
• Letter of Standing Ovation for Quality Service, Awarded for Compassionate and Outstanding Care of Patients in Labor and Delivery, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, 1999.
• Hispanic Center of Excellence Scholar /Alumni, University of California, San Diego School of Medicine, 1995-present.

• Speaker and Educator for Pfizer Corp., Urogynecology and female incontinence, 2007-present
• Speaker and Educator for Waener Chilcott, Urology/ Gynecology Division 2011-present
• Chief of Department of OB/Gyn, Mercy Hospitals Bakersfield, 2012-present
• Vice-Chief of the Department of OB/Gyn, Mercy Hospitals Bakersfield, 2009-2011
• Trainer, Boston Scientific Pelvic Floor Reconstruction - Posterior Repair - Anterior Repair, 2011-present

• American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Active Fellow
• American College of Surgeons, Active Fellow
• American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, Active Fellow
• American Academy of Cosmetic Breast Surgery, Active Member
• Current ACLS and BLS Certification

Siniva L. Kaneen, MD, FACOG

Dr. Siniva Kaneen was born and raised in Southern California. She attended the University of California, San Diego, School of Medicine and graduated in June of 2001. Dr. Kaneen completed her post graduate medical training in June of 2005 at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA with her specialty in OB/GYN. Dr. Kaneen loves to travel, has a passion for fitness and cooking.

Dr. Kaneen's Affiliations:

• American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Junior Fellow
• American Medical Association
• California Medical Association
• Kern County Medical Association
• American Medical Women's Association

• English
• Spanish

Lisa A. Forry, Aesthetician

Lisa A. Forry has joined the team at Advanced Women's Health Center as our new Aesthetician. Lisa has been in the Beauty industry since 1986. Specializing in Microdermabrasion, lymphatic drainage and facials. Having worked with many product lines, Lisa and ADVANCED WOMEN'S HEALTH CENTER are proud to partner with:

"YONKA-PARIS", A globally recognized, professional, French skincare line focusing on the practice of Mind, Body and Spirit, and the benefits of homeopathic skincare-results without compromise. French philosophy "healing through touch."

Some of Lisa's other procedures include eyelash extensions, ultrasonic facials, acne facials, oxygen treatments, full-body waxing, and a range of peels customized to your own skin care needs.

May Bonnin, BSN, RN

May Bonnin specializes in Aesthetic, Laser Treatments, Pelleve, Botox and Fillers.

Carrie Thomas, Office Manager

Carrie moved to Bakersfield in 2003 with her two children, and married her husband in 2006. She graduated Santa Barbara Business College in 2006, specializing in Medical Front Office Systems. Her internship was done at Advanced Women's Health Center in Aug. 2006 and she started working for AWHC in Sept. 2006 as a Receptionist. She has sinced worked here way up to the possition of office manager..

Carrie loves working for Advanced Women's Health Center. She truly cares about each and every patient, and making sure their visit is a pleasant experience.

She looks forwards to meeting you.

Contact Carrie