Dr. Arthurine Zakama is a specialist in Maternal-Fetal Medicine, dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care throughout the spectrum of high-risk pregnancies. Dr. Zakama has a particular focus on perinatal mental health, ensuring that both the physical and emotional needs of patients are addressed during pregnancy and the postpartum period. She is passionate about delivering equitable, respectful care to all patients, with a strong commitment to birth equity. Dr. Zakama earned her medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine and completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of California, San Francisco, where she served as the Equity and Inclusion Chief Resident. She went on to complete her fellowship in Maternal-Fetal Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, gaining extensive expertise in managing complex pregnancies. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Zakama is actively involved in medical student education, mentoring the next generation of physicians. Her research interests focus on birth equity, addressing disparities in maternal and fetal outcomes, and improving mental health care during pregnancy. She is currently accepting new patients for high-risk OB care, preconception, and perinatal counseling.
Dr. Arthurine Zakama is a specialist in Maternal-Fetal Medicine, dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care throughout the spectrum of high-risk pregnancies. Dr. Zakama has a particular focus on perinatal mental health, ensuring that both the physical and emotional needs of patients are addressed during pregnancy and the postpartum period. She is passionate about delivering equitable, respectful care to all patients, with a strong commitment to birth equity. Dr. Zakama earned her medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine and completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of California, San Francisco, where she served as the Equity and Inclusion Chief Resident. She went on to complete her fellowship in Maternal-Fetal Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, gaining extensive expertise in managing complex pregnancies. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Zakama is actively involved in medical student education, mentoring the next generation of physicians. Her research interests focus on birth equity, addressing disparities in maternal and fetal outcomes, and improving mental health care during pregnancy. She is currently accepting new patients for high-risk OB care, preconception, and perinatal counseling.
Board Certification and Academic Information
Academic Departments
Obstetrics & Gynecology
-Assistant Professor (Clinical)